Conditions at Los Locos in October
October: The North Atlantic Roars Back To Life
October is a turning point. The average wave height jumps to around 5-6ft (1.6m), the average period rises to 11.3s, and wind is ideal 52% of the time-tied for the highest of the year. The direction mix shifts solidly back into the winter window: NW 50.3%, WNW 17.1%, NNW 14.2%. The NW distribution is beautifully spread across 0.5-1m, 1-1.5m, 1.5-2m and 2-2.5m, meaning there are both rippable days and proper heavy days depending on where the low-pressure systems sit.
Climatologically, the number of strong extratropical cyclones over the North Atlantic increases sharply in October, and the resulting W/NW groundswell hits this west-northwest-facing stretch with growing consistency. Approaching fronts bring the offshore S/SW winds that make Los Locos shine-often sunny skies, a fresh swell and light offshore breeze. Water temp is still pleasant at 18.0°C and air temperatures sit at 16.4°C. This is where the best season truly starts.
Average Spot conditions at Los Locos in October
Swell history for October
Wind history for October
Swell quality
Analyze the groundswell consistency at Los Locos 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 Los Locos for your next trip in October.
Ground swell
Ground swell by size
Wind conditions
Evaluate the wind and swell alignment at Los Locos 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 Los Locos.