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cortegaca Surf Report

Live conditions

Local time
09:04pm

Swell

1ft

11s

Cross wind

Cross

7mph

14mph

Rising tide

High

01:40am

Weather

12°C

10°C

5/4mm wetsuit

Boots

Gloves

Hood

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10 day surf forecast

Today 14 May

Primary Swell	Wind	Secondary Swell	Weather
3ft 10s	Cross 2mph 3mph	Flat	10°C
3ft 10s	Cross 2mph 2mph	Flat	10°C
3ft 10s	Cross 3mph 4mph	Flat	13°C
3ft 10s	On 7mph 7mph	Flat	16°C
0-2ft 7s	Cross 12mph 11mph	Flat	17°C
Flat	Cross 13mph 14mph	Flat	15°C
0-1ft 11s	Cross 8mph 14mph	Flat	13°C
1ft 11s	Cross 4mph 9mph	Flat	11°C

Primary Swell	Secondary Swell	Wind	Secondary Swell	Weather
2ft 8s	0-1ft 12s	On 6mph 6mph	0-1ft 12s	19°C
0-1ft 12s		On 10mph 9mph	Flat	20°C
1ft 12s		On 8mph 11mph	Flat	19°C

Primary Swell	Secondary Swell	Wind	Secondary Swell	Weather
2ft 10s	2ft 10s	Cross 5mph 6mph	2ft 10s	23°C
2ft 11s	2ft 12s	On 4mph 7mph	2ft 12s	24°C
2ft 11s	2ft 13s	On 6mph 9mph	2ft 13s	23°C

Primary Swell	Secondary Swell	Wind	Secondary Swell	Weather
4ft 13s	1ft 6s	Off 3mph 7mph	1ft 6s	25°C
4ft 13s	1ft 12s	Cross 5mph 8mph	1ft 12s	27°C
4ft 12s	1ft 14s	Cross 6mph 9mph	1ft 14s	24°C

Sunday 18 May

Primary Swell	Secondary Swell	Wind	Secondary Swell	Weather
3-4ft 11s	0-1ft 6s	On 8mph 9mph	0-1ft 6s	23°C
3ft 11s	1-2ft 7s	On 11mph 11mph	1-2ft 7s	23°C
3ft 11s	2ft 7s	Cross 7mph 10mph	2ft 7s	20°C 0.07mm/h

Monday 19 May

Primary Swell	Secondary Swell	Wind	Secondary Swell	Weather
3-4ft 10s	1ft 7s	Cross 11mph 16mph	1ft 7s	20°C 0.06mm/h
3ft 10s	0-1ft 7s	On 11mph 12mph	0-1ft 7s	21°C
3ft 9s		Cross 12mph 17mph	Flat	18°C 0.14mm/h

Tuesday 20 May

Primary Swell	Secondary Swell	Wind	Secondary Swell	Weather
2ft 9s	1ft 9s	Cross 9mph 10mph	1ft 9s	18°C 0.06mm/h
2ft 9s	1ft 9s	On 10mph 8mph	1ft 9s	21°C
2-3ft 10s	0-1ft 10s	On 8mph 8mph	0-1ft 10s	19°C

Primary Swell	Secondary Swell	Wind	Secondary Swell	Weather
2ft 10s	1ft 12s	On 7mph 5mph	1ft 12s	20°C
2ft 9s	1ft 11s	On 9mph 7mph	1ft 11s	21°C
2ft 9s	1ft 11s	Cross 8mph 8mph	1ft 11s	20°C

Primary Swell	Secondary Swell	Wind	Secondary Swell	Weather
2ft 10s	1ft 6s	On 5mph 4mph	1ft 6s	23°C
2ft 10s	1ft 6s	On 9mph 6mph	1ft 6s	24°C
2ft 10s	0-1ft 6s	On 7mph 6mph	0-1ft 6s	21°C

Primary Swell	Secondary Swell	Wind	Secondary Swell	Weather
2ft 7s	1ft 7s	Cross 7mph 5mph	1ft 7s	23°C
1-2ft 6s	1ft 8s	Cross 9mph 7mph	1ft 8s	23°C
1ft 6s	1ft 8s	Cross 7mph 7mph	1ft 8s	21°C

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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: 14/05/25 12:00am

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