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Conditions at White Plains Beach in May
May: Southern Hemi Swell Arrives
May often marks the first sustained push of true south-angled swell. The dominant direction is E at 27%, with significant ESE (15.5%), SE (11%), SSE (11.5%) and even S (7.6%) contributions - a combined 45% of the energy from the southern half of the compass. Average surf is 5ft (1.5m) at 11.5s, offering decent power. The trades remain relentless from ENE at 56.4%, but speeds are more moderate. Ideal wind is only 19%, so dawn patrol is crucial. Water temp warms to 25.2°C, air 24.3°C, and precipitation falls to 1.23 mm/day - the typical onset of sunny, dry, south-swell season.
Average Spot conditions at White Plains Beach in May
Swell history for May
Wind history for May
Swell quality
Analyze the groundswell consistency at White Plains Beach during May. 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 White Plains Beach for your next trip in May.
Ground swell
Ground swell by size
Wind conditions
Evaluate the wind and swell alignment at White Plains Beach for May. 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 White Plains Beach.