Conditions at Olende in October
October: Rainy Season Arrives, Onshore Flow Lingers
October brings the rainy season back to Gabon, but it does not bring the offshore winds. The swell is still rideable-averaging 2.6ft (0.8m) at 12.1s-with SSW at 78 percent and SW at 22 percent. The 3-5ft (1-1.5m) range accounts for around 11 percent of the surf. Ideal wind frequency sits at just 1 percent, as the strengthening South Atlantic High continues to drive south and southwesterly flow onto the beach. Afternoon thunderstorms and heavy rainfall are common, with precipitation jumping to 7.08 mm/day, while air temperatures climb back to 25.7°C (78°F) and water temperature to 27.2°C (81°F). If the wind drops overnight, there can be a brief window, but October remains squarely in the low season.
Average Spot conditions at Olende in October
Swell history for October
Wind history for October
Swell quality
Analyze the groundswell consistency at Olende 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 Olende for your next trip in October.
Ground swell
Ground swell by size
Wind conditions
Evaluate the wind and swell alignment at Olende 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 Olende.