Conditions at Suicidios in October
October: The Season Roars Back to Life
October marks the true beginning of the surf season at Suicidios. The North Atlantic wakes from its summer slumber, and the average swell height jumps to 1.7m (5.6ft) with a solid 11.4s period. The swell direction distribution becomes even more favourable: NNW at 56.7%, NW at 16.6%, and N at 12.4%. A higher share of waves now falls in the 1.5-2.5m range, giving real shape and power.
Winds start to lose their summer grip. NNE drops to 33.9% and NE to 19.0%, while lighter E/SE winds and the first southerly flows appear. Ideal offshore wind rises to 11%. Precipitation increases to 0.51 mm/day as fronts begin to pass. Water temps are still warm at 22.9°C, so the air at 22.3°C feels great. This is the month when you can score a late-season warm-water session with an autumn swell - the mix of warm water and increasing size is a magic window.
Average Spot conditions at Suicidios in October
Swell history for October
Wind history for October
Swell quality
Analyze the groundswell consistency at Suicidios 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 Suicidios for your next trip in October.
Ground swell
Ground swell by size
Wind conditions
Evaluate the wind and swell alignment at Suicidios 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 Suicidios.