praia da leirosa Surf Report

Live conditions

Local time
04:03am

Swell

4ft

12s

Offshore wind

Off

13mph

23mph

Falling tide

Low

09:12am

Weather

10°C

14°C

4/3mm wetsuit

Boots

Gloves

Hood

10 day surf forecast

Today 18 Jan

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Time	Primary Swell	Secondary Swell	Wind	Secondary Swell	Weather
	4ft 12s	1-2ft 8s	Off 12mph 22mph	1-2ft 8s	10°C
	4ft 12s	1-2ft 11s	Off 13mph 23mph	1-2ft 11s	10°C
	4ft 12s	1ft 4s	Off 12mph 22mph	1ft 4s	9°C
	4ft 12s	1-2ft 8s	Cross 12mph 20mph	1-2ft 8s	10°C
	4ft 12s	1ft 15s	Cross 9mph 11mph	1ft 15s	13°C
	4ft 11s	1ft 15s	Cross 7mph 7mph	1ft 15s	13°C
	4ft 11s	1-2ft 15s	Cross 6mph 7mph	1-2ft 15s	13°C
	4ft 12s	2ft 14s	Cross 8mph 8mph	2ft 14s	12°C

Today 19 Jan

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Time	Primary Swell	Secondary Swell	Wind	Secondary Swell	Weather
	5-7ft 17s	2-5ft 13s	Cross 15mph 20mph	2-5ft 13s	10°C 0.05mm/h
	8-9ft 16s	1-4ft 16s	Cross 18mph 26mph	1-4ft 16s	11°C 0.12mm/h
	9-10ft 16s	4-5ft 16s	Cross 20mph 29mph	4-5ft 16s	12°C 0.27mm/h

Tommorrow 20 Jan

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Time	Primary Swell	Secondary Swell	Wind	Secondary Swell	Weather
	7-8ft 14s	3ft 12s	Cross 27mph 36mph	3ft 12s	12°C
	6-7ft 14s	3ft 7s	Cross 28mph 38mph	3ft 7s	12°C 0.25mm/h
	6ft 13s	3ft 7s	Off 28mph 39mph	3ft 7s	12°C 1.02mm/h

Tuesday 21 Jan

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Time	Primary Swell	Secondary Swell	Wind	Secondary Swell	Weather
	6-7ft 14s	1-2ft 13s	Cross 19mph 28mph	1-2ft 13s	14°C 5.72mm/h
	8ft 14s	1-3ft 13s	Cross 16mph 23mph	1-3ft 13s	15°C 0.52mm/h
	9ft 14s	2-4ft 10s	Cross 12mph 18mph	2-4ft 10s	15°C 0.11mm/h

Wednesday 22 Jan

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Time	Primary Swell	Secondary Swell	Wind	Secondary Swell	Weather
	8ft 11s	1ft 12s	Cross 24mph 37mph	1ft 12s	15°C 0.23mm/h
	8ft 11s	1ft 12s	Cross 25mph 37mph	1ft 12s	16°C 0.44mm/h
	8ft 11s	1ft 12s	Cross 23mph 34mph	1ft 12s	16°C 0.42mm/h

Thursday 23 Jan

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Time	Primary Swell	Secondary Swell	Wind	Secondary Swell	Weather
	6ft 10s	2ft 11s	Cross 17mph 26mph	2ft 11s	15°C 0.57mm/h
	2-6ft 13s	2ft 11s	Cross 14mph 21mph	2ft 11s	16°C 0.22mm/h
	Flat	2ft 11s	On 15mph 19mph	2ft 11s	15°C 0.22mm/h

Friday 24 Jan

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Time	Primary Swell	Secondary Swell	Wind	Secondary Swell	Weather
	1ft 13s	2ft 15s	Cross 13mph 16mph	2ft 15s	14°C
	1-2ft 16s	2ft 12s	Cross 18mph 24mph	2ft 12s	14°C
	1-2ft 12s	2-3ft 7s	Cross 22mph 30mph	2-3ft 7s	15°C

Saturday 25 Jan

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Time	Primary Swell	Secondary Swell	Wind	Secondary Swell	Weather
	18ft 16s	1-2ft 7s	Cross 18mph 20mph	1-2ft 7s	14°C 0.22mm/h
	18-19ft 16s	1ft 7s	Cross 21mph 22mph	1ft 7s	14°C 0.41mm/h
	10-18ft 15s	1ft 7s	Cross 24mph 27mph	1ft 7s	13°C 0.2mm/h

Sunday 26 Jan

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Time	Primary Swell	Secondary Swell	Wind	Secondary Swell	Weather
	17ft 15s	1-2ft 7s	On 15mph 17mph	1-2ft 7s	12°C 0.21mm/h
	16-17ft 15s	3ft 10s	On 12mph 12mph	3ft 10s	12°C 0.37mm/h
	16ft 15s	4ft 11s	Cross 15mph 17mph	4ft 11s	12°C 0.29mm/h

Monday 27 Jan

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Time	Primary Swell	Secondary Swell	Wind	Secondary Swell	Weather
	14-15ft 15s	3ft 10s	Cross 15mph 16mph	3ft 10s	14°C
	13ft 15s	1-3ft 14s	Cross 16mph 18mph	1-3ft 14s	14°C 0.09mm/h
	12ft 14s	0-1ft 23s	Cross 17mph 21mph	0-1ft 23s	14°C 0.38mm/h

Location guide

Praia da Leirosa in Portugal can be a wonderful beach for surfing enthusiasts, yet it also presents a unique set of challenges. While the vast stretch of sandy beach is idyllic for lounging, the surf conditions can sometimes test the mettle of even the most experienced surfers. This beach is known for some good day surfing conditions due to the heavy shorebreaks. Waves can get pretty hefty, especially during the winter season. These titanic waves, although thrilling, demand seasoned skill and precision. However, conditions can change and there may be calmer days that could be perfect for beginners or intermediate surfers. One important aspect to note about Praia da Leirosa is the wind conditions. Generally, the winds tend to be strong and gusty. Although this can enhance wave height and formation, it can also create choppy sea conditions. Therefore, it's essential to monitor wind direction and speed before heading out for a surf. The tidal movements at Praia da Leirosa can also affect the surfing conditions significantly. With high tide, the waves tend to roll in with more power and ferocity. On the other hand, low tide can expose jagged rocks and other potentially dangerous obstacles, so surfers need to be aware of this before they paddle out. In conclusion, Praia da Leirosa can offer some brilliant surfing sessions amidst its scenic beauty. From powerful winter swells to calmer summer waves, it's a beach that caters to different levels of surfing skills. However, due to its strong winds and significant tidal movements, one must always be cautious, vigilant, and knowledgeable about the existing conditions. It's also recommended to surf with buddies, as the beach can sometimes be almost deserted. Happy surfing!

Last updated: 18/01/25 12:00am