Conditions at Vila Praia de Ancora in February
February: Sustained Power and Cold-Water Grit
February is nearly a twin of January, with the average swell height holding around 8-9ft (2.4-2.7m) and the average period locked at 12.9s. WNW swell accounts for 19% of the wave energy and NW another 16%, with W adding 7%; these are all ideal directions for the west-facing beach. The distribution is weighted heavily toward 6.5-8ft (2-2.5m) waves, so the heavy, firing conditions continue. The longer period means the swells arrive with real momentum and, unlike summer windswell, they wrap and stand up well on the sand.
Ideal wind drops slightly to 49%, with NNW 13% and NNE 10% the main non-ideal players. Still, the eastern semicircle winds are frequent enough to groom the swell, especially during the first half of the day. Average air temperature is 9.4°C with water at 13.0°C, so winter rubber remains mandatory. February rewards patience: the storm track is active, the swells are powerful, and good winds often slot in between cold fronts.
Average Spot conditions at Vila Praia de Ancora in February
Swell history for February
Wind history for February
Swell quality
Analyze the groundswell consistency at Vila Praia de Ancora during February. 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 Vila Praia de Ancora for your next trip in February.
Ground swell
Ground swell by size
Wind conditions
Evaluate the wind and swell alignment at Vila Praia de Ancora for February. 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 Vila Praia de Ancora.