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Conditions at Zuma Beach in October
October: The Window Reopens
October is the kicker month: ideal wind jumps back up to 42% and the average swell period climbs to 12.7s, the longest of the year. Wave heights are still modest at around 3ft (0.9m), but the direction mix is excellent for Zuma, with WSW at 32%, SW at 29%, and SSW at 14% pushing the wave rose into the heart of the spot's fetch. Early-season North Pacific swells start to show as WNW and west energy, and with the water still warm at 17.2°C, this is a favorite window for clean sessions once the first proper north-Pac pulses arrive.
Average Spot conditions at Zuma Beach in October
Swell history for October
Wind history for October
Swell quality
Analyze the groundswell consistency at Zuma Beach during October. 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 Zuma Beach for your next trip in October.
Ground swell
Ground swell by size
Wind conditions
Evaluate the wind and swell alignment at Zuma Beach for October. 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 Zuma Beach.