Conditions at Strand in December
December: Midsummer Consistency with a Side of Chop
December delivers the largest summer swell at Strand, with an average of 7.2ft (2.2m) and an 11.1s period. The directional distribution is arguably the most SW-dominant of the year: SW 30.4%, SSW 16.8%, WSW 7.1%, and S 9.1%. But wind quality is at a low point, with only a 21% ideal window. SE at 21.5% and SSE at 20.2% are relentless in the afternoon, creating bumpy cross-shore conditions; only the light NE-E windows around sunrise offer real groomed surf. With water temperature at 17.2°C and air almost 20°C, it is a pleasant, warm-water surf month for the summer crew when the wind cooperates.
Average Spot conditions at Strand in December
Swell history for December
Wind history for December
Swell quality
Analyze the groundswell consistency at Strand during December. 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 Strand for your next trip in December.
Ground swell
Ground swell by size
Wind conditions
Evaluate the wind and swell alignment at Strand for December. 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 Strand.