Conditions at Atlantida Pier in August
August: The Approaching Light
August continues the winter pattern, but the subtle signs of spring are beginning to creep in. The NE trade winds have started their rebuild, reaching 19.7%, while the WSW (10.3%) and SW (9.5%) winds remain active. The offshore wind window is still significant, totaling around 28% of the distribution. The swell statistics remain stubbornly flat, emphasizing that Atlantida Pier is a highly inconsistent wave. Water temperatures are at their coldest, around 16.0°C, with air temps averaging 15.7°C. The 4.05 mm/day of precipitation reflects the tail-end of the winter storm track. If you were to plan a trip to this specific pier, this is still one of the better months, but set your expectations incredibly low for size and power.
Average Spot conditions at Atlantida Pier in August
Swell history for August
Wind history for August
Swell quality
Analyze the groundswell consistency at Atlantida Pier 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 Atlantida Pier for your next trip in August.
Ground swell
Ground swell by size
Wind conditions
Evaluate the wind and swell alignment at Atlantida Pier 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 Atlantida Pier.