Conditions at Arica in July
July: Midwinter Consistency, Same Wind Story
July is another peak month for sheer wave production off northern Chile. Averages remain around 6ft (1.8m) with a 13.3s period, and the distribution is balanced: 43.9% of waves in the 5-6.5ft (1.5-2m) class and 21.0% in the 6.5-8ft (2-2.5m) range. The SSW/SW mix shifts a bit more toward SSW than in June-40.5% SSW and 53.3% SW-which can mean slightly more angle in the lines as they wrap toward the west-northwest-facing beach. Wind direction remains stuck on WSW (48.7%) and W (43.7%), with 4.5% WNW; the 'ideal offshore' number stays at 0%. Speeds remain in the 0-20kph range, so the surface is lumpy but not unrideable. Add air temps near 16.9°C and water at 15.8°C, and you're looking at genuine winter surf conditions. Bring the bigger board and wait for the morning lulls.
Average Spot conditions at Arica in July
Swell history for July
Wind history for July
Swell quality
Analyze the groundswell consistency at Arica during July. 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 Arica for your next trip in July.
Ground swell
Ground swell by size
Wind conditions
Evaluate the wind and swell alignment at Arica for July. 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 Arica.