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Conditions at North Street in August
August: Tropical Swell Season Begins to Brew
August remains small on average, with 3ft (0.9m) of swell and 7.5-second periods, but the direction mix is the most favorable of any month: E, ESE, SE and SSE make up around 69% of all wave energy. As hurricane season ramps up, occasional long-period ESE to SSE pulses can push North Street into the fun range. SSW and SW winds still dominate at nearly 30%, but ideal wind is at 34%, so lighter offshore mornings are common. With water at 23.6°C, it is the warmest month and perfect for boardshorts.
Average Spot conditions at North Street in August
Swell history for August
Wind history for August
Swell quality
Analyze the groundswell consistency at North Street 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 North Street for your next trip in August.
Ground swell
Ground swell by size
Wind conditions
Evaluate the wind and swell alignment at North Street 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 North Street.