Conditions at Ervik in July
July: Summer Doldrums
July is the heart of the low season at Ervik. Average swell height bottoms out at 2.6ft (0.8m), with an average period of just 7.2s - the smallest and weakest combination of the year. Directionally, the Norwegian Sea still produces plenty of NNW at 17.9% and WNW at 12.9%, but most of it is under 1m, meaning micro to small, fun-sized conditions. 3-5ft (1-1.5m) spikes are rare, and 5ft (1.5m) plus holds are almost absent.
On the bright side, water temperature peaks at 13.4°C and air reaches a mild 13.4°C, making it the most comfortable month to sit in the lineup. Offshore flow from SSW at 15.1% and SW at 10.8% is present, but ideal windows sit at 11% and the larger North Atlantic storm track is quiet. Expect grovelers, longboards and a focus on technique, not power, until late August.
Average Spot conditions at Ervik in July
Swell history for July
Wind history for July
Swell quality
Analyze the groundswell consistency at Ervik during July. 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 Ervik for your next trip in July.
Ground swell
Ground swell by size
Wind conditions
Evaluate the wind and swell alignment at Ervik for July. 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 Ervik.