Conditions at Santana in August
August: A Fresh Shot of Southern Pulse
August bounces back after July's trade blitz. SSW swell returns to 32.6% and SW adds another 22.8%, giving Santana a quality southwest signal that pushes the useful quadrant to about 68%. With an average wave period of 12.8s, the surf has real power and shape, mostly in the punchy 3-5ft (1-1.5m) range with regular 5-6.5ft (1.5-2m) runners. The average swell height sits at 4.3ft (1.3m), and the longer period makes a big difference in how the waves hold up.
Wind conditions improve as well: ideal surf wind rises to 28%, with ENE trades present but less dominant than in July. Light offshore/lighter wind windows become increasingly common, especially in the morning. Air temps average 28.2°C, water temp is 29.1°C, and wet-season showers bring 4.59mm/day of rain. August is a reliable month for long, rippable SSW/SW groundswell at Santana.
Average Spot conditions at Santana in August
Swell history for August
Wind history for August
Swell quality
Analyze the groundswell consistency at Santana 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 Santana for your next trip in August.
Ground swell
Ground swell by size
Wind conditions
Evaluate the wind and swell alignment at Santana 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 Santana.