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Conditions at Mavericks in November
November: The Season Is On
November marks the true return of big-wave season at Mavericks. The average swell climbs to 5-6ft (1.5-1.8m), the period holds at 12.4s, and the heavier size classes kick in more frequently. WNW swells remain the lion's share at 57%, with W adding 23% and NW 4%, while the WSW swell window (5%) helps hit the southwest-facing reef from a more direct angle. The wind turns favorable: ideal conditions 49% of the time, and offshore flow from the N/NE quadrant is far more consistent. Water temp cools to 12.4°C, air to 12.9°C, precipitation 1.87 mm/day. With the North Pacific low pressure track firing up, November is a legitimate month for serious surf.
Average Spot conditions at Mavericks in November
Swell history for November
Wind history for November
Swell quality
Analyze the groundswell consistency at Mavericks during November. 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 Mavericks for your next trip in November.
Ground swell
Ground swell by size
Wind conditions
Evaluate the wind and swell alignment at Mavericks for November. 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 Mavericks.