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Conditions at Playa Raya in November
November: The Return of Offshore Windows
November is the turning point. The average period eases slightly to 12.3s, but the swell still comes primarily from SSW (82.5%) with SW at 10.3%. More importantly, ideal wind climbs back to 59%, driven by a resurgence of NNW (17.7%), N (5.3%) and NNE (6.9%). The wind rose still shows SW/WSW components, but they are weaker than in September and October. Average height is 1.0m (3.3ft), with just over half of the waves in the 0.5-1m (2-3ft) range and about 45% in the 1-1.5m (3-5ft) range. Rain remains substantial at 10.90mm/day, air temp averages 26.4°C and water temp is 28.1°C. The southern-hemisphere swell is starting to wind down, but the cleanup begins, making November a hidden gem for patient surfers.
Average Spot conditions at Playa Raya in November
Swell history for November
Wind history for November
Swell quality
Analyze the groundswell consistency at Playa Raya during November. 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 Raya for your next trip in November.
Ground swell
Ground swell by size
Wind conditions
Evaluate the wind and swell alignment at Playa Raya for November. 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 Raya.