Conditions at Yo-Yos in November
November: Monsoon Flip Begins
November is a month of transition as the northwest monsoon starts to build, bringing a mix of wind directions that hints at the prime season ahead. The swell averages 1.3m (4-5ft / 1.2-1.5m) with a 13.2s period, and the SSW direction still dominates at 84.9%, with SW contributing 14.4%. The wind field becomes more variable - SE winds drop to 20.8%, SSE to 20.0%, and we see the return of more S, SSW, and SW winds (which are onshore at Yo-Yos) along with an increase in W and WSW flow. Ideal wind frequency improves to 14%, still low but trending in the right direction. Rain picks up to 5.37mm/day, air temps rise to 27.4°C, and water is a warm 29.5°C. Towards the end of the month, the first real offshore north winds start to reappear.
Average Spot conditions at Yo-Yos in November
Swell history for November
Wind history for November
Swell quality
Analyze the groundswell consistency at Yo-Yos during November. 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 Yo-Yos for your next trip in November.
Ground swell
Ground swell by size
Wind conditions
Evaluate the wind and swell alignment at Yo-Yos for November. 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 Yo-Yos.