Conditions at Fence in August
August: Winter Still Roaring With a Westerly Flavour
August holds onto the winter peak, with average swell at 8ft (2.4m) and period easing only slightly to 12.2s. The swell distribution is nicely balanced between SSW (20.5%), SW (21.2%) and S (9.7%), keeping a constant stream of powerful, long-period energy flowing into the area. WSW reaches its highest monthly total of the year at 18.8%, while W adds 13.5% and SW contributes 7.9%; this gives Fence more consistent offshore possibilities than in July, even though ideal wind is still only 23%. The water is at its coldest, 17.4°C, and air averages just 16.1°C. Surfers who are willing to suit up in winter gear will find some of the most consistent and pounding waves of the season.
Average Spot conditions at Fence in August
Swell history for August
Wind history for August
Swell quality
Analyze the groundswell consistency at Fence during August. 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 Fence for your next trip in August.
Ground swell
Ground swell by size
Wind conditions
Evaluate the wind and swell alignment at Fence for August. 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 Fence.