Conditions at Isdhoo in May
May: Southwest Monsoon Energy Arrives
May is when the southwest monsoon shifts into gear. WSW (33%) and W (29%) winds dominate, with SW (16%) and SSW (5%) adding offshore flow, and ideal wind sits at 39%. Average swell expands to 4ft (1.2m) and the period is 6.6s - still windswell but with more push. The wave rose is now squarely southern: S (21%), SSW (21%), SSE (21%) and SW (20%), with a decent slice of 5-7ft (1.5-2.1m) energy from the SSW/SW quadrant. For Isdhoo, the south swell is not ideal, but the offshore winds and added size produce plenty of rideable, sectiony waves, especially through reef passes. Rain increases to 6.9mm/day and water stays warm at 29.7°C. The season is building.
Average Spot conditions at Isdhoo in May
Swell history for May
Wind history for May
Swell quality
Analyze the groundswell consistency at Isdhoo during May. 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 Isdhoo for your next trip in May.
Ground swell
Ground swell by size
Wind conditions
Evaluate the wind and swell alignment at Isdhoo for May. 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 Isdhoo.