Conditions at Mekakoz in February
February: Consistent Winter Swell With a Side of Wind
February runs a very similar script to January. The average swell height remains at a hefty 6.6ft (2.0m) and the mean period again hits 12.8s, ensuring plenty of energy arrives from the North Atlantic. The dominant direction is unashamedly northwest - the combined NW/WNW/NNW share reaches almost 65% of all recorded wave energy. There is no shortage of swell at Mekakoz; the issue is always the accompanying breeze. S, SSW and WSW winds - the offshore and cross-offshore directions for this NW-facing beach - make up roughly 31% of the wind distribution during February. When they blow, expect groomed, powerful waves on the points and sandbanks. However, the approach of deep winter lows often drags WNW or NW winds in their wake, and these blow directly into the bay and spoil the surface. Water temperature falls to its annual minimum of 12.6°C, so thick rubber is essential. February offers some of the biggest, most hollow waves of the year - just keep your fingers crossed for a south wind and a patient eye on the charts.
Average Spot conditions at Mekakoz in February
Swell history for February
Wind history for February
Swell quality
Analyze the groundswell consistency at Mekakoz 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 Mekakoz for your next trip in February.
Ground swell
Ground swell by size
Wind conditions
Evaluate the wind and swell alignment at Mekakoz 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 Mekakoz.