Conditions at Cap Gris-Nez in February
February: Cold Grit and NE Winds
The winter average remains solid at 3ft (0.9m) with a 5.3s period. The south-west family (SW 18.8%, WSW 12.5%, SSW 10.4%) still rules the wave rose, but the north window is slightly healthier than January at 25.5%, led by NE (9.4%) and NNE (6.9%). The NE swell is carrying more 3-5ft (1-1.5m) and 5-6.5ft (1.5-2m) energy than in January, which is genuinely relevant for Cap Gris-Nez. Wind distribution turns a bit colder: ENE (7.9%) and NE (6.5%) add side-shore and onshore texture, while S/SSW/SW offshore winds total about 28%. The ideal surf frequency stays at 6%. Sea water temperature drops to 7.2°C, the coldest of the year, and air temps average 5.3°C. February is less about quality and more about survival, but the few NE windswell-plus-offshore windows can still offer short, hollow peaks if you don't mind the cold.
Average Spot conditions at Cap Gris-Nez in February
Swell history for February
Wind history for February
Swell quality
Analyze the groundswell consistency at Cap Gris-Nez during February. 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 Cap Gris-Nez for your next trip in February.
Ground swell
Ground swell by size
Wind conditions
Evaluate the wind and swell alignment at Cap Gris-Nez for February. 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 Cap Gris-Nez.