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Conditions at Papara in July
July: Deep-Water Power on a Tradeswept Coast
The size stays up in July, with average swell at 2.3m (7.5ft) and period at 12.3s, but Papara's quality depends heavily on timing. S (21%), SSE (16%) and SSW (16%) dominate the swell window, with plenty of 2-2.5m (6.5-8ft) groundswell and a slight increase in sets above 2.5m. Ideal wind falls to its annual low of 19%, as strong ESE and E trades hammer the surface. When a trough or low disrupts the trades and delivers N/NNW wind, the result can be exceptional; otherwise, prepare for challenging, powerful but lumpy conditions. Water temperature is 26.6°C and dry-season weather brings just 1.7mm/day of rain.
Average Spot conditions at Papara in July
Swell history for July
Wind history for July
Swell quality
Analyze the groundswell consistency at Papara during July. 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 Papara for your next trip in July.
Ground swell
Ground swell by size
Wind conditions
Evaluate the wind and swell alignment at Papara for July. 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 Papara.