Conditions at Domes in August
August: Still Flat, but the Tropics Start to Stir
August remains in the summer doldrums. Average swell height is 1.0m (3ft), period 7.1s. The dominant swell direction is ENE, with a massive 61.7% share, plus a secondary E (19.6%). There is no western energy. The good news is that wind remains favorable 83% of the time, with ENE/E trades providing clean, lined-up conditions for small waves.
Water temp hits 29.0°C, air 28.6°C, and rain is persistent at 3.77 mm/day. It's still longboard territory, with occasional fun little lefts and rights at high tide.
Average Spot conditions at Domes in August
Swell history for August
Wind history for August
Swell quality
Analyze the groundswell consistency at Domes 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 Domes for your next trip in August.
Ground swell
Ground swell by size
Wind conditions
Evaluate the wind and swell alignment at Domes 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 Domes.