Conditions at Telescopes in August
August: The Peak of the Dry Season
August delivers the biggest average swell of the year at 4-5ft (1.4m), and ideal wind reaches 60%, the annual high. The southeast trades are in full swing-SE (26.5%) and SSE (18.4%) are the dominant wind directions-providing clean, groomed surfaces for most of the day. Swell periods peak at 14.5 seconds, and the directional mix shifts further south: S swell reaches 42%, SSW sits at 54%, and there are meaningful clusters of 5-6ft (1.5-2m) waves from both directions. For a WNW-facing reef, the southerly direction is off-axis, but the power and period make it work, and the offshore flow keeps the faces smooth. Water temperature cools slightly to 29.2°C, rainfall sits at 7.68 mm/day, and mornings are consistently glassy. This, along with July and September, is the best window for Telescopes.
Average Spot conditions at Telescopes in August
Swell history for August
Wind history for August
Swell quality
Analyze the groundswell consistency at Telescopes 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 Telescopes for your next trip in August.
Ground swell
Ground swell by size
Wind conditions
Evaluate the wind and swell alignment at Telescopes 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 Telescopes.