Conditions at Atlantida Pier in October
October: Spring's Relentless Onslaught
October is a cruel month for surfers at Atlantida Pier. The trade winds have returned with a vengeance, with NE and ENE combining for 44.5% of all wind. The intensity has also ramped up, with a significant portion of these winds blowing in the 20-30 kph and 30-40 kph brackets. The offshore wind window (WSW, W, WNW) has collapsed to around 8%, leaving the spot completely exposed to the elements. The spring weather pattern brings the highest precipitation of the year, averaging 5.13 mm/day. Water temperatures begin to moderate, rising to 18.7°C. The combination of strong onshore wind, high humidity, and absolutely no swell (0.0m) makes for a grim outlook. The beach is reduced to a choppy, stormy mess.
Average Spot conditions at Atlantida Pier in October
Swell history for October
Wind history for October
Swell quality
Analyze the groundswell consistency at Atlantida Pier 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 Atlantida Pier for your next trip in October.
Ground swell
Ground swell by size
Wind conditions
Evaluate the wind and swell alignment at Atlantida Pier 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 Atlantida Pier.