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cortegaca Surf Report

Live conditions

Local time
12:19am

Swell

1ft

Cross-offshore wind

Cross

2mph

3mph

Rising tide

High

01:21am

Weather

18°C

3/2mm wetsuit

Boots

Gloves

Hood

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10 day surf forecast

Today 20/09

Primary Swell	Secondary Swell	Wind	Secondary Swell	Weather
1ft 9s	1ft 7s	Cross 1mph 1mph	1ft 7s	17°C
1ft 8s	1ft 8s	Off 1mph 2mph	1ft 8s	16°C
1ft 9s	1ft 8s	Cross 2mph 2mph	1ft 8s	19°C 0.07mm/h
1ft 11s	1ft 6s	Cross 6mph 5mph	1ft 6s	21°C
1ft 10s	1ft 7s	On 7mph 6mph	1ft 7s	22°C
1ft 11s	1ft 5s	On 5mph 6mph	1ft 5s	20°C
1ft 9s	1ft 6s	On 2mph 3mph	1ft 6s	19°C
1ft 6s	1ft 8s	Cross 1mph 2mph	1ft 8s	18°C

Primary Swell	Secondary Swell	Wind	Secondary Swell	Weather
Flat	1ft 4s	Cross 7mph 10mph	1ft 4s	21°C 0.06mm/h
1ft 8s	1ft 4s	On 8mph 10mph	1ft 4s	22°C
1ft 6s	1ft 4s	On 5mph 6mph	1ft 4s	21°C

Primary Swell	Secondary Swell	Wind	Secondary Swell	Weather
Flat	1ft 9s	On 5mph 5mph	1ft 9s	22°C
Flat	1ft 9s	On 9mph 9mph	1ft 9s	22°C
Flat	1ft 8s	On 7mph 9mph	1ft 8s	20°C

Primary Swell	Secondary Swell	Wind	Secondary Swell	Weather
1ft 9s	1ft 14s	Cross 6mph 7mph	1ft 14s	19°C
1ft 10s	1-2ft 13s	On 8mph 8mph	1-2ft 13s	19°C
1ft 9s	2ft 13s	On 5mph 6mph	2ft 13s	17°C 0.19mm/h

Primary Swell	Secondary Swell	Wind	Secondary Swell	Weather
1ft 8s	1ft 6s	Cross 5mph 4mph	1ft 6s	20°C
1ft 8s	1ft 6s	On 9mph 8mph	1ft 6s	21°C
1ft 8s	1ft 5s	On 8mph 9mph	1ft 5s	18°C

Primary Swell	Secondary Swell	Wind	Secondary Swell	Weather
Flat	1ft 12s	On 5mph 5mph	1ft 12s	19°C
2-5ft 8s	1ft 12s	On 8mph 8mph	1ft 12s	19°C
0-4ft 11s	0-1ft 8s	Cross 6mph 7mph	0-1ft 8s	18°C

Thursday 26/09

Primary Swell	Secondary Swell	Wind	Secondary Swell	Weather
1ft 10s	0-1ft 8s	Cross 9mph 20mph	0-1ft 8s	18°C 0.53mm/h
1ft 10s		Cross 10mph 22mph	Flat	18°C 0.66mm/h
2-3ft 9s		Cross 7mph 15mph	Flat	18°C 0.44mm/h

Primary Swell	Wind	Secondary Swell	Weather
6ft 9s	On 5mph 4mph	Flat	21°C
6ft 9s	On 7mph 6mph	Flat	22°C
5-6ft 9s	On 6mph 7mph	Flat	19°C

Primary Swell	Wind	Secondary Swell	Weather
5ft 9s	On 4mph 3mph	Flat	21°C
5ft 9s	On 5mph 5mph	Flat	20°C
5ft 9s	Cross 5mph 8mph	Flat	19°C

Location guide

Cortegaca in Portugal is a visually stunning surfing hotspot. With its azure waters, spacious sandy beaches and charming local villages, this locale provides surfers with a one-of-a-kind experience. The beach at Cortegaca is unique due to its southwestern vantage point and natural wall of dunes, which allow surfers to experiment with their skills. The waves here can be sizable, especially during the winter season. They roll in smoothly, making it an ideal place for experienced surfers looking for the thrill of height and speed. During the summer, the waves are generally smaller, creating an inviting environment for novice surfers. Surfing conditions here can be quite dynamic. The incoming swells and the direction of the wind jointly dictate the ambiance of a surfing day. Throughout most of the year, you'll find powerful northwest swells which are perfect for those who love high adrenaline waves. Cortegaca's maritime climate provides good surfing conditions throughout the year. However, the most favorable time to surf is in the late summer and early autumn. During this period, the combination of warm water and mild air temperatures provide a comfortable surfing environment. The sandy seafloor at Cortegaca makes it a safer choice compared to rocky reef breaks. However, during higher tides, the waves can get quite intense due to deep water channels, making it more challenging to ride the waves. So, it's important for surfers to pay close attention to the tide tables. In conclusion, Cortegaca offers a wide range of surfing conditions, making it an enchanting surfing destination for enthusiasts of all levels. Care should always be taken to respect the ocean's power and unpredictable nature, as well as to respect local customs and norms. As in every surf spot, localism is a reality, and getting to know the local surfing community can greatly enhance your surfing experience.

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