Conditions at Balangan in August
August: Consistent Winter Power
August holds the same high-water mark as July, with an average swell height of 7.2ft (2.2m) and a 14.4s period. The dominant direction tilts further toward SSW, which accounts for 49.7% of all swell, while S contributes 24.3% and the 1.5-2.5m (5-8.2ft) size range remains deeply filled. Winds are again driven by the southeast trades -- ESE at 54.2%, SE at 32.5% -- and ideal wind improves to 49%. The month is drier still, with just 0.65 mm/day of rain, and it is the coolest of the year: air averages 25.5°C and water drops to 26.7°C. August is essentially July with a slightly more favorable wind-to-swell ratio, making it one of the most reliable months for serious wave size and manageable surface conditions at Balangan.
Average Spot conditions at Balangan in August
Swell history for August
Wind history for August
Swell quality
Analyze the groundswell consistency at Balangan 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 Balangan for your next trip in August.
Ground swell
Ground swell by size
Wind conditions
Evaluate the wind and swell alignment at Balangan 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 Balangan.