Conditions at Dunmoran Strand in October
October: Autumn Roar Begins
The North Atlantic roars back to life during October, and Dunmoran Strand sees a sharp jump in average surf height to 2.0m (6-7ft), with the average period stretching to 11.0s. This is the climatological signal of autumn's strengthening storm track, as extratropical cyclones begin to barrel across the ocean and generate long-period W and WNW swell-those directions combine for 31.5% of the wave rose, while NW and NNW add another 23.8%. Such a broad western exposure means the spot is being hit from multiple angles, and the NNW component gives the beach's north-northeast aspect some very direct, favourable energy. The wind is still fickle: only 27% of the time is the flow truly offshore from SSE/S/SSW/SW, and passing fronts bring rain and shifting breezes. Water temperature remains comfortable at 13.8°C, and with more consistent swell plus cooler air, October is the unofficial beginning of the proper big-wave season.
Average Spot conditions at Dunmoran Strand in October
Swell history for October
Wind history for October
Swell quality
Analyze the groundswell consistency at Dunmoran Strand 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 Dunmoran Strand for your next trip in October.
Ground swell
Ground swell by size
Wind conditions
Evaluate the wind and swell alignment at Dunmoran Strand 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 Dunmoran Strand.