Conditions at Kate's in August
August: Prime Time at Kate's
August is the benchmark month. The SSE direction is dominant at 43.7%, with S making up 25.3% and only modest SSW/SW energy. This is the best swell-direction distribution of the year for this ESE-facing reef, and the long 9.3s average period means the waves arrive with real power. Offshore winds from W (24.9%) and WNW (23.9%) are reinforced by NW, giving an ideal-wind percentage of 56%. Average swell height sits at 1.2m (4ft), so expect consistent waist-to-chest-high waves and plenty of bigger sets. This is the month to plan a trip if you want reliable, clean surf. Air temps average 27.6°C and water is 29.1°C; rain is still present at 5.75mm/day, but the trade-off is worth it.
Average Spot conditions at Kate's in August
Swell history for August
Wind history for August
Swell quality
Analyze the groundswell consistency at Kate's 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 Kate's for your next trip in August.
Ground swell
Ground swell by size
Wind conditions
Evaluate the wind and swell alignment at Kate's 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 Kate's.