Conditions at Falasarna in October
October: Autumn Re-Awakening
October is when Falasarna starts to wake from its summer slumber. Average swell height rises to 0.9m (3ft) and average period lengthens slightly to 5.6s. The wave direction spectrum shifts back toward the north-northeast (32.5 percent) but the important WNW window is active at 15.9 percent, with W and WSW adding another 14.7 percent. More importantly, the frequency of passing Mediterranean lows increases, and with it the chance of a solid 1.5-2m (5-6ft) westerly swell. The wind is still a problem - NE remains dominant at 29.8 percent, while ideal winds only reach 12 percent. However, the air is cooling (20.1°C average), the water is still warm (23.4°C), and the building swell means October is a legitimately good month for a surf trip.
Average Spot conditions at Falasarna in October
Swell history for October
Wind history for October
Swell quality
Analyze the groundswell consistency at Falasarna 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 Falasarna for your next trip in October.
Ground swell
Ground swell by size
Wind conditions
Evaluate the wind and swell alignment at Falasarna 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 Falasarna.