Conditions at Stimpy's in October
October: The Crown Jewel
October is the standout month for surf quality at Stimpy's. Average swell rises to 1.1m (3.6ft) while the period reaches the year's best 10.2s, meaning longer, more powerful lines. Swell direction shifts back to the north-east quadrant: NE (49.1%), NNE (20.0%), and ENE (14.2%) combine for over 83% of all observations, with a healthy mix of 0.5-1m (1.6-3.3ft) and 1-1.5m (3.3-4.9ft) waves, plus some 1.5-2m (4.9-6.6ft) sets. At the same time, the wind is in transition: NNW (9.8%), N (2.8%), and NE (5.8%) still blow, but offshore W (11.1%), WNW (9.0%), WSW (5.6%), and SW (2.8%) combine for a much better balance. Ideal wind is 35%, the best of any month with meaningful swell. With air at 27.9°C, water at 29.3°C, and moderate rainfall, October is the month to plan a trip around.
Average Spot conditions at Stimpy's in October
Swell history for October
Wind history for October
Swell quality
Analyze the groundswell consistency at Stimpy's during October. Based on historical data, there is a % probability of groundswell occurring this month. The chart below provides a detailed breakdown of the average wave height distribution, offering deep insights into the swell quality and surf potential you can expect at Stimpy's for your next trip in October.
Ground swell
Ground swell by size
Wind conditions
Evaluate the wind and swell alignment at Stimpy's for October. Our analysis shows that favorable offshore or side-shore winds coincide with surfable swell approximately % of the time. The accompanying graph illustrates the average size distribution of waves during these optimal wind windows at Stimpy's.