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Conditions at Salt Creek Beach in July
July: Mid-Summer Grovel With a Tropical Feel
July is the heart of the summer doldrums. The average swell height drops to 2.6ft (0.8m), and although the period is still long at 13.8s, the raw size is limited. Swell direction favors SW (45%) and SSW (29%), with WSW (23%) in the mix - all good directions for Salt Creek - but most waves are in the 2-3ft (0.5-1m) range.
Ideal offshore wind bottoms out at 19%. Westerly (19%) and WSW (18%) winds dominate, with SW (11%) adding to the onshore flow. The typical July day is glassy in the early morning and bumpy by mid-morning. Air temps peak around 22.1°C, water temps warm to 18.6°C, and rain is virtually nonexistent. Bring a high-volume board and pick your corners carefully.
Average Spot conditions at Salt Creek Beach in July
Swell history for July
Wind history for July
Swell quality
Analyze the groundswell consistency at Salt Creek Beach 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 Salt Creek Beach for your next trip in July.
Ground swell
Ground swell by size
Wind conditions
Evaluate the wind and swell alignment at Salt Creek Beach 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 Salt Creek Beach.