buarcos Surf Report

Live conditions

Local time
12:07am

Swell

1ft

Cross wind

Cross

6mph

Rising tide

High

01:21am

Weather

18°C

17°C

3/2mm wetsuit

Boots

Gloves

Hood

Nearest spots

10 day surf forecast

Today 20/09

Primary Swell	Secondary Swell	Wind	Secondary Swell	Weather
1ft 11s	1ft 7s	Cross 5mph 5mph	1ft 7s	17°C
1ft 11s	1ft 8s	Cross 5mph 5mph	1ft 8s	17°C
1ft 9s	1ft 7s	Off 3mph 3mph	1ft 7s	18°C
1ft 11s	1ft 6s	Cross 6mph 6mph	1ft 6s	18°C
1ft 12s	1ft 6s	Cross 8mph 8mph	1ft 6s	19°C
1ft 12s	1ft 6s	Cross 4mph 5mph	1ft 6s	19°C
1ft 8s	1ft 9s	Off 5mph 4mph	1ft 9s	19°C
1ft 7s	1ft 8s	Cross 6mph 6mph	1ft 8s	18°C

Primary Swell	Secondary Swell	Wind	Secondary Swell	Weather
Flat	1ft 6s	Cross 8mph 10mph	1ft 6s	19°C
Flat	1ft 5s	Cross 8mph 10mph	1ft 5s	19°C
Flat	1ft 5s	Cross 3mph 4mph	1ft 5s	19°C

Primary Swell	Secondary Swell	Wind	Secondary Swell	Weather
Flat	1ft 8s	Cross 4mph 4mph	1ft 8s	18°C
Flat	1ft 8s	Cross 9mph 10mph	1ft 8s	19°C
0-1ft 10s	1ft 8s	Cross 9mph 10mph	1ft 8s	18°C

Primary Swell	Secondary Swell	Wind	Secondary Swell	Weather
1ft 9s	2ft 13s	On 6mph 10mph	2ft 13s	17°C
1ft 8s	2ft 13s	On 7mph 12mph	2ft 13s	18°C
1ft 8s	2ft 12s	On 6mph 8mph	2ft 12s	18°C

Primary Swell	Secondary Swell	Wind	Secondary Swell	Weather
1ft 8s	1-2ft 6s	On 6mph 8mph	1-2ft 6s	18°C
1ft 8s	1ft 6s	On 7mph 10mph	1ft 6s	18°C
1ft 9s	1ft 8s	On 7mph 10mph	1ft 8s	18°C

Primary Swell	Secondary Swell	Wind	Secondary Swell	Weather
2-3ft 7s	1ft 9s	On 6mph 7mph	1ft 9s	17°C
4-6ft 8s	1ft 7s	On 8mph 9mph	1ft 7s	18°C
0-4ft 11s	1ft 7s	On 8mph 9mph	1ft 7s	18°C

Thursday 26/09

Primary Swell	Secondary Swell	Wind	Secondary Swell	Weather
Flat		Cross 14mph 19mph	Flat	18°C
1-2ft 9s	1ft 9s	Cross 13mph 19mph	1ft 9s	18°C 0.06mm/h
1ft 9s	1-2ft 10s	Cross 11mph 16mph	1-2ft 10s	18°C

Primary Swell	Wind	Secondary Swell	Weather
7ft 9s	Off 7mph 8mph	Flat	18°C
6-7ft 9s	Cross 8mph 9mph	Flat	18°C
6ft 9s	Cross 8mph 9mph	Flat	18°C

Primary Swell	Wind	Secondary Swell	Weather
6ft 9s	On 6mph 6mph	Flat	18°C
6ft 9s	On 6mph 7mph	Flat	18°C
6ft 9s	Cross 7mph 8mph	Flat	18°C

Location guide

In the beautiful town of Buarcos, Portugal, surfers can find a truly exquisite surfing scenario that can leave even the seasoned wave-catchers in absolute awe. Facing the Atlantic Ocean, Buarcos proudly presents an arena ripe for surfing enthusiasts alike. Buarcos boasts a long right-hand point break, quite extraordinary in its kind and a rarity along the European coastline. When the conditions align just right, the point can produce rides of up to 200 meters long, making it a surfer's paradise. Add to this wonder, the swell direction that is mostly from the west and northwest, creating favorable conditions for surfers to fully enjoy the waves. It's crucial to note that the primary wave type of Buarcos is the "point break". This implies that the waves break around a point that juts out from the coastline. It means the waves are more predictable, giving surfers an advantage to catch long rides. However, Buarcos isn't just for the experts. The breaks are forgiving enough to give the budding surfers a welcoming challenge. The surfing dynamics at Buarcos offer an environment that’s largely consistent throughout the year. The optimal period, however, to explore the waves in this area lies between Autumn to Spring. Then, the Atlantic winds can create swells that range between 3ft to 8ft. The summer surf usually tends to be a bit on the mellower side, but can still provide a pleasurable experience for learners and novices. Buarcos doesn’t merely offer a stunning surfing spot, but also a promise of a versatile adventure for surfers of all competence levels. Provided that one keeps their wits about them regarding the sea’s temperament and respects the local surf culture, the surfing conditions at Buarcos, Portugal, present an unforgettable expedition that is truly magnificent in every sense.

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Last updated: 19/09/24 12:00am