Conditions at Vila Nova de Milfontes in February
February: Sustained Atlantic Power
February remains deep in prime surf season. The average swell holds at 7-8ft (2.3m) with a powerful 13.0s period, and the W, WNW and NW directions dominate the wave rose exactly as the beach likes it. The NW and WNW quadrants alone account for 46 percent of all swell energy, and there is still a healthy dose of 2m-plus surf in the mix. Ideal wind is reported 41 percent of the time, giving frequent opportunities to score clean conditions. Water temperature dips to 14.9°C, the coolest of the year, while air temperatures average 11.6°C, so a good winter wetsuit is essential. Precipitation remains significant at 1.62mm/day, a reflection of the active low-pressure train rolling through the North Atlantic.
Average Spot conditions at Vila Nova de Milfontes in February
Swell history for February
Wind history for February
Swell quality
Analyze the groundswell consistency at Vila Nova de Milfontes during February. 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 Vila Nova de Milfontes for your next trip in February.
Ground swell
Ground swell by size
Wind conditions
Evaluate the wind and swell alignment at Vila Nova de Milfontes for February. 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 Vila Nova de Milfontes.