Conditions at Loutsa in October
October: The Swell Engine Restarts
October marks the true return of surfing potential in the Euboean Gulf. Average swell height climbs to 2-3ft (0.7m) and period to 4.5s, while offshore wind frequency reaches 22%. The wave rose is still led by NNE at 37%, but energy is distributed more evenly, and the 0.5-1m and 1-1.5m bands start filling out. The optimal NE/ENE/E/ESE window contributes 12%, and the first real Mediterranean lows of autumn can bring short-period but punchy surf. Rain increases to 1.4mm/day as air temps cool to 19°C (66°F), while the ocean still feels warm at 23°C (73°F). When a low-pressure system tracks south of Greece and the offshore SW flow lines up, Loutsa can finally deliver some legitimate waves.
Average Spot conditions at Loutsa in October
Swell history for October
Wind history for October
Swell quality
Analyze the groundswell consistency at Loutsa 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 Loutsa for your next trip in October.
Ground swell
Ground swell by size
Wind conditions
Evaluate the wind and swell alignment at Loutsa 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 Loutsa.