In this paper a methodology is applied to generate synthetic wave series during mean and
extreme conditions. An analysis is carried out that describes mean and extreme wave
behavior for several climatic conditions along the Colombian Caribbean Coast. During
mean conditions, the most energetic ocean waves are observed during the DJF season for
both ENSO phases (El Niño and La Niña) for most of the Caribbean Sea. During the Niño
years, there is a reduction in the speed of the north-east trade winds and their associated …