Conditions at Somo in August
August: Late Summer Warmth, Small Waves
August remains very much in the low season, but the numbers are a whisper better than July: average height 3ft (1.0m), period 9.2s, ideal wind 28%. The NW sector dominates again - NW 58.8%, NNW 25.3%, WNW 8.4% - with the majority in the 2-3ft (0.5-1m) range. August has the warmest water of the year at 21.9°C, making the wait for waves easier; air temps peak at 20.8°C and rain is minimal at 1.23mm/day. ENE/E winds are common in the morning, and the summer sea breeze is less aggressive than in July. If a late-season tropical system pushes out of the Atlantic or a rogue low forms in the Bay of Biscay, a sudden 5-6ft (1.5-2m) pulse can appear, but patience is the key. This is a fun, beginner-friendly month at Somo.
Average Spot conditions at Somo in August
Swell history for August
Wind history for August
Swell quality
Analyze the groundswell consistency at Somo 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 Somo for your next trip in August.
Ground swell
Ground swell by size
Wind conditions
Evaluate the wind and swell alignment at Somo 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 Somo.