Conditions at Little Malibu in November
November: Season-Defining Swell
November is a serious surge month for Little Malibu. The average swell height jumps to 5ft (1.5m) with a solid 10-second period, and the consistency returns overnight. The wave rose is dominated by NE (42.4%) and NNE (27.8%), with ENE at 16.3% - the classic trade-wind blend that this spot lives on. Offshore winds occur 70% of the time, with ENE at 33.0% and NE at 19.7%, keeping the lineup crispy and lined up. Water temp settles at a toasty 28.4°C and the air follows at 27.4°C. You'll find head-high waves for days on end, with the occasional section hollowing out on the reef. If you're looking for long, clean rides, November delivers more consistently than any month before the winter solstice.
Average Spot conditions at Little Malibu in November
Swell history for November
Wind history for November
Swell quality
Analyze the groundswell consistency at Little Malibu during November. 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 Little Malibu for your next trip in November.
Ground swell
Ground swell by size
Wind conditions
Evaluate the wind and swell alignment at Little Malibu for November. 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 Little Malibu.