Conditions at Gaztetape in October
October: The Season Kicks Into Gear
October is a magic month at Gaztetape. The North Atlantic storm track re-awakens, driving average swell heights up to 1.6m (5ft) with an average period of 11.2s. NW (42%) and WNW (27%) swells dominate, and the height distribution shows plenty of 1-2.5m (3-8ft) waves. The wind is ideal 44% of the time - the second-highest of the year - with S, SSW, and SSE winds providing frequent offshore flow. This combination of solid, long-period groundswell and clean offshore winds makes October one of the most consistent and rewarding months on the calendar. When a deep Atlantic low tracks north, Gaztetape turns into a proper, pumping beach break.
Air temps still feel mild at 16.7°C, water is warm at 18.5°C, and rainfall increases to 3.26 mm/day - autumn is definitely in the air.
Average Spot conditions at Gaztetape in October
Swell history for October
Wind history for October
Swell quality
Analyze the groundswell consistency at Gaztetape 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 Gaztetape for your next trip in October.
Ground swell
Ground swell by size
Wind conditions
Evaluate the wind and swell alignment at Gaztetape 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 Gaztetape.