Conditions at Panton in May
May: Smaller Swell, Morning Windows
Spring turns softer in May. The average swell is down to 1.8m (6ft) and periods shorten to 9.8s, marking a shift toward punchy mid-period windswell rather than pure Atlantic groundswell. The direction distribution is still dominated by the WNW/NW/NNW group - over 52% of all swell observations - so the beach remains rideable on most days, albeit with less size and power. Many waves fall in the 1-2m (3-6ft) range, making it ideal for a step-up shortboard rather than a gun. Wind conditions are increasingly ruled by ENE/NE trade winds and afternoon sea breezes, but ideal S/SW-flow sits around 21%. Mornings often glass off as southwesterlies develop, and with water at 14.7°C and air at 13.8°C, a 4/3 and a grovel board are the standard kit.
Average Spot conditions at Panton in May
Swell history for May
Wind history for May
Swell quality
Analyze the groundswell consistency at Panton during May. 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 Panton for your next trip in May.
Ground swell
Ground swell by size
Wind conditions
Evaluate the wind and swell alignment at Panton for May. 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 Panton.