Conditions at Molhe Leste in October
October: The Atlantic Reawakens
The North Atlantic roars back in October. Average swell height jumps to 2.1m (7ft) and period to 11.4s, with the first serious long-period groundswells of the season. NW (27.1%) still leads, but the W and WSW window opens up as lows move into the Bay of Biscay, offering the kind of swell angles that light up Molhe Leste. This is also the month with the most variable winds: NNW remains dominant at 21.3%, but the S/SW quadrant becomes active, so timing the wind is crucial. Water holds at 18.3°C, rain returns-2.87 mm/day-and the fall classic is truly underway.
Average Spot conditions at Molhe Leste in October
Swell history for October
Wind history for October
Swell quality
Analyze the groundswell consistency at Molhe Leste 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 Molhe Leste for your next trip in October.
Ground swell
Ground swell by size
Wind conditions
Evaluate the wind and swell alignment at Molhe Leste 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 Molhe Leste.