Conditions at Beacons in July
July: Monsoon Peak and Maximum Frustration
July sits at the heart of the wet season, and the swell statistics are eye-popping. Average height stays at 5.5ft (1.7m), with a 11.2s period, and SSE plus S alone account for 84% of all swell energy. More than half the waves are in the 5-6.5ft (1.5-2m) category, with a solid share of 6.5-8ft (2-2.5m) sets. This is exactly the kind of swell that, with offshore wind, would make Beacons world-class. But ideal wind is just 18%. The wind rose is crowded with SSE, S, SSW, SW and WSW directions, all onshore. Expect lumpy, wind-affected surfaces and a lot of if only. Water temperature is 29.4°C, air is 27.8°C, and precipitation is high at 5.52 mm/day.
Average Spot conditions at Beacons in July
Swell history for July
Wind history for July
Swell quality
Analyze the groundswell consistency at Beacons during July. 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 Beacons for your next trip in July.
Ground swell
Ground swell by size
Wind conditions
Evaluate the wind and swell alignment at Beacons for July. 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 Beacons.