gala Surf Report

Live conditions

Local time
12:24am

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

Situated on the west coast of Portugal, Gala offers an excellent setting for surfers of all levels owing to its versatile surfing conditions. The area primarily consists of beach breaks that undergo continuous changes given that they are sanded bottom. This dynamicity of the landscape makes it attractive to surfers who enjoy testing their skills in varying conditions. The surf at Gala tends to peak during the winter months when swells hit their highest and the north winds blow offshore. If you're looking for impressive waves coupled with challenging conditions, then this period is an ideal time. During these winter months, the waves can often reach heights of over 2 meters. The water temperature, however, becomes quite chilly so be sure to bring a high-quality wetsuit. By contrast, the spring, summer, and fall seasons bring in smaller wave sizes, making the area suitable for beginners or intermediate surfers. The winds tend to shift to a more onshore direction too, thereby creating more beginner-friendly conditions. The smaller swells and milder winds during this period provide a great opportunity to practice board control and paddling techniques. While the more crowded summer season may not be appealing to everyone, the vibrant surfing community could serve as an insightful introduction to those new to the sport. Intermediate surfers can particularly benefit during this time by watching and learning from the experienced locals. In conclusion, Gala doesn’t cease to offer surfers a surfeit of opportunities throughout the year. Ranging from solid winter swells for the pros to easy-going summer waves for the beginners, this place has it all. Therefore, no matter your skill level, Gala's diverse surfing conditions can cater to your adventurous spirit and fuel your passion for this exciting water sport.

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