Conditions at Santa Catarina in August
August: Warm Water, Peaky Summer Swell
August remains firmly in the low season, but with a little more energy than July. The average swell height rises slightly to 4-5ft (1.4m), average period to 9.5s, and the NNW at 26.6% and NW at 18.5% swell sources keep the ocean alive. There is also a solid ENE component of 6.9% and NNE of 7.4%, sending occasional waves from the optimal N-to-E quadrant directly into the beach. Most days bring 3-5ft (1-1.5m) surf, with the occasional 6ft-plus (2m-plus) set from a late-season Atlantic pulse. Ideal wind time holds at 25%, as WSW at 10.4%, W at 8.3% and SW at 8.2% blow offshore. It is the warmest month for water at 23.4°C (74°F), and air temps average 22.6°C (73°F) with only 0.81mm/day rainfall. Bring a shortboard or a summer step-up and enjoy the playful peaks.
Average Spot conditions at Santa Catarina in August
Swell history for August
Wind history for August
Swell quality
Analyze the groundswell consistency at Santa Catarina during August. 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 Santa Catarina for your next trip in August.
Ground swell
Ground swell by size
Wind conditions
Evaluate the wind and swell alignment at Santa Catarina for August. 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 Santa Catarina.