Conditions at Neva Bay in August
August: Still Summer, Slight Pulse
August brings a faint pulse back to Neva Bay. The average swell height nudges up to 4.6ft (1.4m), but the period shortens to 9.8s, the lowest of the calendar year, so the surf can be average, punchy and a little disorganized. Swell direction splits nearly evenly between WSW (30.5%) and SW (30.2%), with SSW at 14.7%. Most waves remain in the 1-1.5m class, though August can occasionally catch the first autumn storm of the approaching season. Ideal wind sits at 22%, and NW still plays a large role at 15.9%, so the afternoon surface is often textured. Water temp peaks at 14.1°C (57°F), the warmest reading of the year, a small consolation for the lack of size. Early morning on a longboard is the move.
Average Spot conditions at Neva Bay in August
Swell history for August
Wind history for August
Swell quality
Analyze the groundswell consistency at Neva Bay 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 Neva Bay for your next trip in August.
Ground swell
Ground swell by size
Wind conditions
Evaluate the wind and swell alignment at Neva Bay 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 Neva Bay.