Conditions at Popoyo in October
October: Late-Season Gold and the Highest Clean-Window Percentage
October carries the same excellent vibe as September. SW swell leads at 43 percent, followed by SSW at 29 percent and WSW at 7 percent, with another 5 percent from due S, keeping the optimal swell share near 84 percent. The average period remains strong at 12.7s, and average wave heights are around 3-4ft (0.9-1.2m). The surf is powerful, lined up, and extremely consistent, especially when tropical cyclones in the eastern Pacific add extra juice.
October also has the highest ideal wind score of the year at 40 percent. ENE winds drop to 39 percent, and there are more light-wind days from variable directions, giving Popoyo long periods of clean, groomed surf. Rain is at its annual peak with 7.99 mm/day, so expect daily tropical showers and lush surroundings. Water stays warm at 28.5°C, and air temps are 27.4°C. Make the most of it before the trades return.
Average Spot conditions at Popoyo in October
Swell history for October
Wind history for October
Swell quality
Analyze the groundswell consistency at Popoyo during October. 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 Popoyo for your next trip in October.
Ground swell
Ground swell by size
Wind conditions
Evaluate the wind and swell alignment at Popoyo for October. 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 Popoyo.