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Conditions at Playa Negra in August
August: Deep SW Swell and Solid Summer Surf
August continues the summer swell train with a slightly more west-leaning pulse. SSW accounts for 77.3% of the wave energy and SW adds 14.8%, keeping the optimal swell window at 92.3%. The average period remains healthy at 13.3s and wave heights average 5ft (1.5m), with plenty of 5-6.5ft (1.5-2m) sets in the mix. Wind quality is a step below July but still workable: offshore directions total 43.8% and the ideal surfing wind score is 65%. The higher share of E and ESE winds means mornings are often clean, but afternoon onshore flow can develop. Rain is significant at 6.36mm/day, air temps sit around 27.2°C, and water temp is 29.2°C. Consistent, warm and rippable.
Average Spot conditions at Playa Negra in August
Swell history for August
Wind history for August
Swell quality
Analyze the groundswell consistency at Playa Negra 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 Playa Negra for your next trip in August.
Ground swell
Ground swell by size
Wind conditions
Evaluate the wind and swell alignment at Playa Negra 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 Playa Negra.