Conditions at La Selva in February
February: Winter Still Has Teeth
February remains firmly in the best surf season. The average swell height stays around 5ft (1.6m), and the average period is still healthy at 8.7s. The swell rose is led by ENE at 40%, but the favourable N/NNE/NE/NNW band accounts for around 47% of the spectrum, with NE and NNE contributing the bulk of quality waves. Waves in the 1-2m range dominate, giving La Selva a mix of rippable walls and heavier, pitching sections.
Wind statistics look similar to January: ENE and E combine for more than 60% of the observations, and ideal offshore S/SSW/SW winds are present just 28% of the time. Still, February's atmospheric pattern often brings cold fronts that briefly swing the wind into the south, creating glassy, offshore conditions. With water temperature at 26.2°C and air temperatures around 25.2°C, February is a solid month for those chasing quality winter surf away from the summer doldrums.
Average Spot conditions at La Selva in February
Swell history for February
Wind history for February
Swell quality
Analyze the groundswell consistency at La Selva during February. 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 La Selva for your next trip in February.
Ground swell
Ground swell by size
Wind conditions
Evaluate the wind and swell alignment at La Selva for February. 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 La Selva.