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Live conditions
Local time
02:22pm
Swell
3ft
9s
Cross-offshore wind
Cross
15mph
23mph
Rising tide
High
04:48pm
Weather
18°C
17°C
3/2mm wetsuit
Boots
Gloves
Hood
Nearest spots
10 day surf forecast
| Time | Primary Swell | Secondary Swell | Wind | Secondary Swell | Weather |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
 | 3ft 9s | Cross 8mph 11mph | Flat |  18°C | |
 | 3ft 9s | Off 10mph 15mph | Flat | 17°C | |
 | 3ft 9s | Off 12mph 19mph | Flat | 17°C 0.65mm/h | |
 | 3ft 9s | Cross 17mph 26mph | Flat | 16°C 1.63mm/h | |
 | 3ft 9s | Cross 17mph 26mph | Flat | 18°C 1.36mm/h | |
 | 3ft 10s | 0-1ft 7s | Off 15mph 22mph | 0-1ft 7s | 18°C 1.09mm/h |
 | 3ft 10s | 1-2ft 6s | Off 16mph 24mph | 1-2ft 6s | 19°C 1.13mm/h |
 | 3ft 10s | 3ft 6s | Off 12mph 20mph | 3ft 6s | 17°C 0.99mm/h |
| Time | Primary Swell | Secondary Swell | Wind | Secondary Swell | Weather |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 3ft 10s | 2-3ft 7s | Cross 10mph 13mph | 2-3ft 7s |  17°C 0.6mm/h |
| 3ft 10s | 2ft 7s | Cross 10mph 12mph | 2ft 7s | 18°C 0.24mm/h |
| 3-4ft 11s | 2-3ft 8s | Cross 8mph 9mph | 2-3ft 8s |  18°C |
| Time | Primary Swell | Secondary Swell | Wind | Secondary Swell | Weather |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 3-4ft 11s | 2-3ft 8s | Cross 17mph 23mph | 2-3ft 8s | 17°C 0.07mm/h |
| 4ft 11s | 2ft 10s | Cross 23mph 31mph | 2ft 10s | 18°C 0.08mm/h |
| 3-6ft 10s | 3ft 10s | Cross 21mph 28mph | 3ft 10s | 17°C 0.25mm/h |
| Time | Primary Swell | Secondary Swell | Wind | Secondary Swell | Weather |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 9-10ft 12s | 2ft 8s | Cross 16mph 26mph | 2ft 8s | 17°C 0.28mm/h |
| 8-9ft 12s | 2-3ft 8s | Cross 26mph 40mph | 2-3ft 8s | 18°C 0.7mm/h |
| 7ft 11s | 4-5ft 10s | Cross 29mph 43mph | 4-5ft 10s | 19°C 0.41mm/h |
| Time | Primary Swell | Secondary Swell | Wind | Secondary Swell | Weather |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 10-11ft 11s | 2-4ft 17s | Cross 22mph 24mph | 2-4ft 17s |  16°C 4.3mm/h |
| 9-10ft 10s | 1-4ft 10s | Cross 15mph 18mph | 1-4ft 10s | 16°C 2.14mm/h |
| 7-9ft 10s | 5-6ft 10s | Cross 12mph 15mph | 5-6ft 10s | 16°C |
| Time | Primary Swell | Secondary Swell | Wind | Secondary Swell | Weather |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 8ft 12s | 4ft 10s | Cross 15mph 18mph | 4ft 10s |  16°C |
| 7ft 12s | 3ft 10s | Off 14mph 17mph | 3ft 10s | 16°C |
| 7ft 11s | 3ft 10s | Off 12mph 16mph | 3ft 10s | 16°C |
| Time | Primary Swell | Secondary Swell | Wind | Secondary Swell | Weather |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 7ft 11s | 1-2ft 13s | Off 4mph 4mph | 1-2ft 13s | 14°C |
| 6-7ft 11s | Cross 4mph 4mph | Flat | 15°C | |
| 6ft 11s | Cross 5mph 6mph | Flat | 16°C |
| Time | Primary Swell | Secondary Swell | Wind | Secondary Swell | Weather |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 4ft 8s | 3ft 12s | Cross 19mph 28mph | 3ft 12s | 15°C 0.2mm/h |
| 4ft 11s | 2-3ft 14s | Cross 16mph 23mph | 2-3ft 14s | 16°C 0.21mm/h |
| 4-5ft 12s | 2-3ft 14s | Cross 11mph 16mph | 2-3ft 14s | 16°C 0.42mm/h |
| Time | Primary Swell | Secondary Swell | Wind | Secondary Swell | Weather |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 12ft 15s | 2ft 13s | Cross 14mph 17mph | 2ft 13s | 16°C 0.48mm/h |
| 12ft 15s | 2-3ft 9s | Cross 14mph 17mph | 2-3ft 9s | 16°C 0.33mm/h |
| 12-13ft 15s | 3ft 9s | Cross 16mph 18mph | 3ft 9s | 16°C 0.18mm/h |
| Time | Primary Swell | Secondary Swell | Wind | Secondary Swell | Weather |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 10ft 14s | 2-3ft 11s | Cross 8mph 10mph | 2-3ft 11s | 14°C |
| 9ft 14s | 1ft 11s | Cross 9mph 12mph | 1ft 11s | 15°C |
| 8-9ft 13s | 1ft 13s | Cross 10mph 13mph | 1ft 13s | 16°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.
