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Conditions at Todos Santos in May
May: Smaller Swell, Persistent Northwesterly Wind
May marks the beginning of the summer lull. Average swell height drops to 1.5m (4.9ft), period settles at 12.6s, and the direction mix shifts noticeably toward WSW (25.6%) and SW (10.5%), though W (44.6%) still holds the largest share. Most waves are in the 1-1.5m (3-5ft) fun-size category, with only occasional 1.5-2m (5-6.5ft) sets. The ideal wind frequency collapses to 2%, as NW (35.2%) and WNW (32.4%) winds become relentless, blowing 10-20kph and often 20-30kph. This is a marginal month - small, wind-affected waves for the committed only. Air temps rise to 16.9°C, water 15.1°C, and precipitation is minimal, but the ocean is fussier than it looks.
Average Spot conditions at Todos Santos in May
Swell history for May
Wind history for May
Swell quality
Analyze the groundswell consistency at Todos Santos 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 Todos Santos for your next trip in May.
Ground swell
Ground swell by size
Wind conditions
Evaluate the wind and swell alignment at Todos Santos 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 Todos Santos.