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Conditions at Pencit Reef in July
July: The Smallest, Cleanest Lull
July is typically the flattest month at Pencit Reef. Average wave height is 0.7m (2.3ft) and period bottoms out at 8.4s. Swell directions are more mixed - ENE (34.8%), E (23.4%) and smaller contributions from NE, W, and WSW - but none of it is substantial. Most days are under 1m, with occasional 1-1.5m sets from west or southwest swell that do not face the reef well.
Wind is the silver lining. The percentage of ideal offshore flow reaches about 50%, with a solid SW/W component. As a result, the water is often clean and inviting, but the surf is small. You will find knee-to-waist-high portions of the reef breaking slowly, better suited to a foamie or a summer longboard. The persistent southwest monsoon, driven by the Australian winter high, keeps the cloud cover and moisture high, though rainfall is 6.9mm/day. Water is 29.5°C - perfect for long, lethargic sessions with minimal wave count.
Average Spot conditions at Pencit Reef in July
Swell history for July
Wind history for July
Swell quality
Analyze the groundswell consistency at Pencit Reef 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 Pencit Reef for your next trip in July.
Ground swell
Ground swell by size
Wind conditions
Evaluate the wind and swell alignment at Pencit Reef 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 Pencit Reef.