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gala Surf Report

Live conditions

Local time
06:34pm

Swell

Flat

Cross-offshore wind

Cross

18mph

19mph

Falling tide

Low

07:08pm

Weather

16°C

17°C

3/2mm wetsuit

Boots

Gloves

Hood

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10 day surf forecast

Today 14 May

Primary Swell	Wind	Secondary Swell	Weather
4ft 11s	Cross 15mph 15mph	Flat	15°C
4ft 10s	On 14mph 15mph	Flat	15°C
4ft 10s	On 12mph 13mph	Flat	15°C
4ft 10s	On 12mph 13mph	Flat	15°C
0-3ft 11s	Cross 14mph 15mph	Flat	16°C
Flat	Cross 17mph 18mph	Flat	16°C
Flat	Cross 19mph 20mph	Flat	16°C
Flat	Cross 20mph 21mph	Flat	15°C

Primary Swell	Wind	Secondary Swell	Weather
1-2ft 10s	Cross 16mph 17mph	Flat	16°C
0-1ft 13s	Cross 17mph 18mph	Flat	16°C
1ft 13s	Cross 17mph 19mph	Flat	16°C

Primary Swell	Secondary Swell	Wind	Secondary Swell	Weather
3ft 6s	2ft 11s	Cross 2mph 2mph	2ft 11s	16°C
3ft 9s	2ft 8s	On 6mph 6mph	2ft 8s	18°C
3ft 11s	2ft 11s	Cross 8mph 9mph	2ft 11s	18°C

Primary Swell	Secondary Swell	Wind	Secondary Swell	Weather
5ft 13s	1ft 6s	Cross 6mph 7mph	1ft 6s	20°C
5ft 13s	1ft 9s	On 8mph 9mph	1ft 9s	19°C
5ft 12s	1ft 13s	On 5mph 6mph	1ft 13s	19°C

Primary Swell	Secondary Swell	Wind	Secondary Swell	Weather
4ft 11s		Cross 11mph 11mph	Flat	17°C
4ft 11s		Cross 12mph 18mph	Flat	18°C
4ft 11s	1-2ft 7s	Cross 12mph 19mph	1-2ft 7s	18°C 0.08mm/h

Primary Swell	Wind	Secondary Swell	Weather
4ft 10s	On 14mph 15mph	Flat	17°C 0.11mm/h
4ft 10s	On 12mph 13mph	Flat	17°C
4ft 9s	Cross 19mph 22mph	Flat	17°C 0.07mm/h

Primary Swell	Secondary Swell	Wind	Secondary Swell	Weather
2ft 8s	1-2ft 10s	On 7mph 8mph	1-2ft 10s	17°C
3ft 9s	1ft 11s	On 9mph 11mph	1ft 11s	17°C
2ft 8s	2ft 10s	Cross 9mph 10mph	2ft 10s	17°C

Wednesday 21 May

Primary Swell	Secondary Swell	Wind	Secondary Swell	Weather
3ft 10s	1ft 12s	Cross 6mph 6mph	1ft 12s	17°C
3ft 9s	1ft 12s	Cross 8mph 8mph	1ft 12s	18°C
2-3ft 9s	1-2ft 11s	Cross 8mph 9mph	1-2ft 11s	18°C

Thursday 22 May

Primary Swell	Secondary Swell	Wind	Secondary Swell	Weather
3ft 10s	1-2ft 7s	Cross 9mph 9mph	1-2ft 7s	18°C
3ft 10s	2ft 9s	Cross 10mph 11mph	2ft 9s	18°C
2ft 10s	1-2ft 8s	Cross 10mph 11mph	1-2ft 8s	18°C

Primary Swell	Secondary Swell	Wind	Secondary Swell	Weather
2ft 6s	2ft 9s	Cross 9mph 8mph	2ft 9s	17°C
2ft 6s	2ft 9s	Cross 10mph 11mph	2ft 9s	17°C
2ft 6s	2ft 9s	Cross 9mph 10mph	2ft 9s	18°C

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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.

gala Surf Report

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Last updated: 14/05/25 12:00am

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