Conditions at Scripps in October
October: The Autumn Transition Begins
October marks the first true shift back to winter. Average swell height is still modest at 0.9m (3.0ft), but the period is a solid 13.4s and the directional mix starts to favor more west in the water: SW 40.3%, WSW 36.0%, and W 14.0%. The atmosphere also begins to unlock, with ideal wind jumping to 18% as high pressure starts to produce more frequent offshore ENE/E nights and mornings. The bad news is that WNW (22.3%) and NW (15.9%) winds are still common, so the surf is often a game of patience. Rainfall is light at 0.47mm/day, air temps average 19.5°C, and water temp cools to 18.7°C.
Average Spot conditions at Scripps in October
Swell history for October
Wind history for October
Swell quality
Analyze the groundswell consistency at Scripps during October. 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 Scripps for your next trip in October.
Ground swell
Ground swell by size
Wind conditions
Evaluate the wind and swell alignment at Scripps for October. 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 Scripps.