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Conditions at Melkbosstrand in February
February: Consistent Swell Meets Strong Southeasterlies
February is similar to January, but the swell period creeps up slightly to 11.4s as the ocean begins to search for more powerful groundswell. The average height remains around 7.5ft (2.3m), and the swell rose is again dominated by SSW (22.2%) and SW (24.3%) swells. This direction is a gift for the west-facing beach at Melkbosstrand, because the strongest energy is arriving from the optimal west-half of the compass.
Wind-wise, SSE and S flow dominate with 22.2% and 27.5% respectively, and SE winds nudge 10.2%. The ideal wind share climbs to 28%, which at this time of year usually means dawn sessions before the Cape Doctor strengthens. With a dry pattern (0.46mm/day), warm air (23.5°C) and ocean water holding at 14.7°C, February offers clean, fun-sized summer waves with the odd bigger SW swell - just bring the 3/2mm wetsuit and sunscreen.
Average Spot conditions at Melkbosstrand in February
Swell history for February
Wind history for February
Swell quality
Analyze the groundswell consistency at Melkbosstrand 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 Melkbosstrand for your next trip in February.
Ground swell
Ground swell by size
Wind conditions
Evaluate the wind and swell alignment at Melkbosstrand 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 Melkbosstrand.