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Conditions at Playa Colorado in May
May: Groundswell Season Kicks In
May is the real starting gun. Ideal wind conditions jump to 30% as the trades continue to soften, and the average period peaks at 13.7s for the year. SSW and SW swells combine for a dominant 66% of the wave spectrum, with S and SSE adding another 15%. The result is clean, long-period, rippable surf in the 1.2m (4ft) range, with occasional bigger pulses. Rain becomes a regular feature with 5.16 mm/day, air temps average 29.0°C, and water temperatures climb to 29.0°C. This is Playa Colorado in full spring mode: long lines, offshore morning breezes, and warm water.
Average Spot conditions at Playa Colorado in May
Swell history for May
Wind history for May
Swell quality
Analyze the groundswell consistency at Playa Colorado 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 Playa Colorado for your next trip in May.
Ground swell
Ground swell by size
Wind conditions
Evaluate the wind and swell alignment at Playa Colorado 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 Playa Colorado.