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Conditions at Watergate Bay in August
August: The Dog Days of Surf
August remains in the summer surf doldrums, but there is a slight pulse compared to July. Average swell height is 3.5ft (1.1m) and period is 8.5s, still short-period and wind affected. W swell is incredibly dominant at 48.2%, with WNW at 19.8% and WSW at 13.0%; the sea state is almost always westerly, yet rarely powerful. Most waves are in the 2-5ft (0.5-1.5m) range, and the bigger days are the exception. Ideal wind frequency is only 17%, and the classic summer pattern of W/NW onshores and afternoon sea breezes limits quality. The saving grace is the warmest water of the year at 17.5°C, with air temps averaging 16.7°C and precipitation at 2.77mm/day. When a late-season depression dips south and the wind swings offshore, Watergate Bay can still offer surprisingly fun summer peaks.
Average Spot conditions at Watergate Bay in August
Swell history for August
Wind history for August
Swell quality
Analyze the groundswell consistency at Watergate Bay 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 Watergate Bay for your next trip in August.
Ground swell
Ground swell by size
Wind conditions
Evaluate the wind and swell alignment at Watergate Bay 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 Watergate Bay.