Conditions at Playa de Meron in October
October: First North Atlantic Roar
October is the turning point at Playa de Meron. The average swell height jumps to 1.5m (5ft) and the average period increases to 11.2s, signaling the return of serious long-period groundswell. NW swell dominates at 49.7 percent, while NNW contributes 17.3 percent and WNW 14.1 percent. The height distribution becomes noticeably fatter in the 1.5-2.5m (5-8ft) range, giving surfers their first true pumping days since the early summer. The North Atlantic storm track is coming alive again, and the energy on the north coast of Spain responds quickly.
Ideal offshore wind improves to 33 percent, matching the character of a genuine autumn pattern. S and SSW winds become more likely as low-pressure systems begin to track across Biscay, producing clean, offshore, lined-up conditions. When the right combination emerges, you get that classic October setup: long-period NW swell, cooler air, warm water, and light offshore winds. Water temperature is still pleasant at 18.1°C, air temperature averages 16.7°C, and rainfall increases to 3.14 mm/day. October is where the real surf season begins again.
Average Spot conditions at Playa de Meron in October
Swell history for October
Wind history for October
Swell quality
Analyze the groundswell consistency at Playa de Meron during October. 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 Playa de Meron for your next trip in October.
Ground swell
Ground swell by size
Wind conditions
Evaluate the wind and swell alignment at Playa de Meron for October. 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 Playa de Meron.