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Conditions at Papara in August
August: Still Plenty of Southern Pulse
August remains a solid month for size at Papara: average swell is 2.2m (7ft) with a 12.2s period. The distribution is broadly similar to July, with S (22%), SSE (21%) and SSW (14%) supplying the majority of waves, plus a strong SE component at 13%. The 1.5-2.5m (5-8ft) class is well represented, especially the 2-2.5m band. Offshore wind odds remain low at 20%, as persistent E/ESE trades dominate, so look for light-wind morning windows or days with slightly less local texture. Water temperature is 26.3°C and rainfall stays minimal at 1.7mm/day.
Average Spot conditions at Papara in August
Swell history for August
Wind history for August
Swell quality
Analyze the groundswell consistency at Papara during August. 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 Papara for your next trip in August.
Ground swell
Ground swell by size
Wind conditions
Evaluate the wind and swell alignment at Papara for August. 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 Papara.