Conditions at Inatel in October
October: The Roar Returns
The North Atlantic roars to life in October, and Inatel feels it immediately. Average wave height jumps to 2-3ft (0.8m) and the average period rises to 9.6s, signalling the return of organised groundswell. More importantly, the swell rose starts to load up in the good directions: WSW is 15%, SW is 8%, and the S/SSW window is more present than it has been since spring. The W and WNW swells still dominate, but the southern component is what turns this south-facing beach on.
Wind becomes more favourable too, with ideal conditions 24% of the time. NNW is the strongest offshore signal at 18%, and the mix of N/NE/NNW directions grows. The Azores High is beginning to lose its grip, and frontal systems bring a welcome increase in rain - 2.15 mm/day on average. Air temperature is 19.4°C and water temperature is 19.3°C, so it is still warm enough to surf with a lighter suit while the waves grow. October is the prime-time opener.
Average Spot conditions at Inatel in October
Swell history for October
Wind history for October
Swell quality
Analyze the groundswell consistency at Inatel 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 Inatel for your next trip in October.
Ground swell
Ground swell by size
Wind conditions
Evaluate the wind and swell alignment at Inatel 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 Inatel.