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Conditions at Stent Road in April
April: Classic Autumn Lines
April is a standout month at Stent Road. The average swell holds at 1.8m (5.9ft) with a period of 12.3 seconds - the longest of the year. WSW swells still dominate at 44.8%, but W and WNW swells combine for another 14.8%, offering a slightly more west-northwest angle that can wrap beautifully into the bay. Ideal wind conditions are again 22%, and the southeast offshore flow remains robust at 11.7%. With water temperatures still comfortable at 18.4°C and air around 16.2°C, April delivers a perfect blend of autumn power and late-season warmth. Precipitation climbs to 4.13 mm/day, so expect passing rain bands - but they often leave behind clean, pulsing conditions as pressure rebuilds.
Average Spot conditions at Stent Road in April
Swell history for April
Wind history for April
Swell quality
Analyze the groundswell consistency at Stent Road during April. 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 Stent Road for your next trip in April.
Ground swell
Ground swell by size
Wind conditions
Evaluate the wind and swell alignment at Stent Road for April. 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 Stent Road.