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Conditions at Playa Dominical in November
November: The Transition Back to Glass
November is a transition month. The average swell height drops a touch to 4ft (1.2m) and the period eases to 12.5s, but the direction remains reliable with 85% SSW and 14% SW. The wave-height spectrum shifts back toward friendlier territory: about 75% of waves are 3-5ft (1-1.5m) and only 12% are in the 5-6.5ft (1.5-2m) range. The overall power backs off from the rainy season peak, but the quality potential increases as the dry season approaches.
Ideal wind is still only 24% of the time, but the N/NNE offshore component is slowly rebuilding after October's trough. Precipitation is still heavy at 6.87mm/day, and water temps have cooled slightly to 27.8°C (82°F), a few degrees below the summer peak. The best surf in November typically comes when a cold front or strong north breeze pushes through, clearing the sky and laying the SSW lines down smooth. It is a month with hidden gems for those willing to gamble.
Average Spot conditions at Playa Dominical in November
Swell history for November
Wind history for November
Swell quality
Analyze the groundswell consistency at Playa Dominical during November. 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 Playa Dominical for your next trip in November.
Ground swell
Ground swell by size
Wind conditions
Evaluate the wind and swell alignment at Playa Dominical for November. 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 Playa Dominical.