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Conditions at Saunton Sands in August
August: Late Summer Lull
August mirrors July: average swell 3.6ft (1.1m), period 7.9 seconds, and a relentless W swell dominance at 44.4%, plus 24.5% from WSW. Most days bring mushy, windswell-like lines suitable for logging and soft-top cruising. Ideal wind runs only 15%, with the daily WSW/W sea breeze pattern ruling the afternoons. Water temperature peaks at 17.8°C, air temperature averages 16.1°C, and precipitation is 2.9mm/day. The occasional late-season hurricane or deep low can inject a burst of proper swell, but those are exceptions rather than the rule. For the best chance of something clean, stick to early sessions on the higher tides, preferably with a bit of E/NE wind in the forecast.
Average Spot conditions at Saunton Sands in August
Swell history for August
Wind history for August
Swell quality
Analyze the groundswell consistency at Saunton Sands 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 Saunton Sands for your next trip in August.
Ground swell
Ground swell by size
Wind conditions
Evaluate the wind and swell alignment at Saunton Sands 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 Saunton Sands.