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Conditions at Plettenberg Bay in June
June: Deep Southern Ocean Swell Arrives
June establishes the midwinter rhythm. Average wave height sits at a robust 2.5m (8ft), with an average period of 12.4s, and the ideal wind percentage holds at 50%. The swell spectrum is built around SW (28.5%) and SSW (19.7%), with a scattering of S and SSE; together they form the kind of long, powerful lines that make an east-facing bay work once refracted through its headlands. The wind picture is heavily offshore, with W (17.1%), NNW (15.4%), WNW (11.1%) and WSW (10.2%) combining to groom surfaces. The E/ESE/SE onshore wind share falls to just over 7%, the lowest of the year. Air temperatures are cold at 13.6°C, water drops to 16.7°C, and the occasional over-2.5m SW pulse can push the bay toward XXL territory. June is for surfers who are willing to wear a hood and booties when needed; the reward is some of the most consistent, powerful surf on the South African coast.
Average Spot conditions at Plettenberg Bay in June
Swell history for June
Wind history for June
Swell quality
Analyze the groundswell consistency at Plettenberg Bay during June. 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 Plettenberg Bay for your next trip in June.
Ground swell
Ground swell by size
Wind conditions
Evaluate the wind and swell alignment at Plettenberg Bay for June. 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 Plettenberg Bay.