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Conditions at Lake Worth in January
January: The Peak of the Offshore Pattern
January delivers the most consistent surf conditions of the year. The North Atlantic roars to life as cold fronts swing down the Florida peninsula, and Lake Worth's east-facing beach picks up an abundant mix of NNE (16.3%), NE (14.8%) and ENE (14.1%) swell. Average heights hold around 1.2m (3.9ft) with a period of 7.7s - punchy and fun-sized, with plenty of 3-4ft (0.9-1.2m) peaks. The standout statistic is the 27% ideal wind frequency, the highest of the year. When strong west winds (SW, WSW, W, WNW) blow off the land, the waves are groomed into clean, glassy lines that are perfect for a performance shortboard. The colder air (average 20.4°C) and water at 24.4°C still make a 3/2 wetsuit comfortable. Precipitation is moderate at 2.20 mm/day, often in quick frontal squalls. January is the month to watch the weather maps - a strong winter front can turn Lake Worth from a low-key beach break into a genuine morning-glory session.
Average Spot conditions at Lake Worth in January
Swell history for January
Wind history for January
Swell quality
Analyze the groundswell consistency at Lake Worth during January. 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 Lake Worth for your next trip in January.
Ground swell
Ground swell by size
Wind conditions
Evaluate the wind and swell alignment at Lake Worth for January. 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 Lake Worth.