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Conditions at Punta Roca in July
July: Swell-Rich And Wind-Challenged
July has all the ingredients for an epic south swell, except the wind. The Southern Hemisphere winter storm track keeps producing strong SSW pulses; the average swell is 1.0m with a 13.3-second period, and SSW accounts for 97.8% of wave energy. A solid 33.1% of waves reach 1-1.5m (3-5ft), with occasional 1.5-2m sets on the reef. However, ideal wind sits at only 32%, and WSW/W/SW directions dominate the wind rose, putting most days in the bumpy or cross-choppy category. Rain is frequent at 9.27mm/day, and the water stays at 28.6°C. Despite the challenging surface, the sheer amount of long-period energy means that when an offshore NE morning window appears, Punta Roca can produce hollow, hard-drawing waves that are far better than the season's reputation.
Average Spot conditions at Punta Roca in July
Swell history for July
Wind history for July
Swell quality
Analyze the groundswell consistency at Punta Roca 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 Punta Roca for your next trip in July.
Ground swell
Ground swell by size
Wind conditions
Evaluate the wind and swell alignment at Punta Roca 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 Punta Roca.