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Conditions at Saunton Sands in May
May: Small Summer Rollers
May sees the North Atlantic settle into a more relaxed rhythm. Average swell is 3.6ft (1.1m), and period eases to 8.7 seconds. The W and WSW directional sources still dominate - 34.7% and 23.8% respectively - but most waves fall in the 2-5ft (0.5-1.5m) category. Swell quality becomes softer and more wind-dependent. Ideal offshore wind still clocks in at 23%, so there are plenty of rideable mornings if you pick your days. Water temperature rises to 12.0°C, air averages 11.5°C, and rainfall is at a yearly low of around 2.2mm/day. Expect longboard-friendly highs and the occasional punchy swell from a late-season low. May is all about fun, driftwood-clean sandbars and a very happy dawn patrol.
Average Spot conditions at Saunton Sands in May
Swell history for May
Wind history for May
Swell quality
Analyze the groundswell consistency at Saunton Sands during May. 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 May.
Ground swell
Ground swell by size
Wind conditions
Evaluate the wind and swell alignment at Saunton Sands for May. 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.