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praia da tocha Surf Report

Live conditions

Local time
03:54am

Swell

4ft

12s

Offshore wind

Off

13mph

14mph

Falling tide

Low

09:12am

Weather

10°C

14°C

4/3mm wetsuit

Boots

Gloves

Hood

Nearest spots

10 day surf forecast

Today 18 Jan

Primary Swell	Secondary Swell	Wind	Secondary Swell	Weather
4ft 12s	1ft 5s	Off 14mph 18mph	1ft 5s	11°C
4ft 12s	0-1ft 4s	Off 13mph 14mph	0-1ft 4s	10°C
4ft 12s	0-1ft 4s	Off 11mph 12mph	0-1ft 4s	10°C
4ft 12s	2ft 8s	Cross 10mph 11mph	2ft 8s	10°C
4ft 11s	1ft 15s	Cross 6mph 7mph	1ft 15s	11°C
4ft 11s	1ft 15s	Cross 6mph 8mph	1ft 15s	13°C
4ft 11s	1-2ft 15s	Cross 7mph 9mph	1-2ft 15s	13°C
4ft 12s	2-4ft 14s	Cross 9mph 11mph	2-4ft 14s	13°C

Today 19 Jan

Primary Swell	Secondary Swell	Wind	Secondary Swell	Weather
6-8ft 17s	3-5ft 10s	Cross 21mph 25mph	3-5ft 10s	11°C 0.18mm/h
9ft 16s	2-4ft 10s	Cross 24mph 29mph	2-4ft 10s	11°C 0.75mm/h
9-10ft 16s	4-5ft 16s	Cross 26mph 33mph	4-5ft 16s	11°C 0.9mm/h

Tommorrow 20 Jan

Primary Swell	Secondary Swell	Wind	Secondary Swell	Weather
7-9ft 14s	3-4ft 11s	Cross 24mph 34mph	3-4ft 11s	12°C 0.08mm/h
6-7ft 14s	2-3ft 6s	Cross 27mph 37mph	2-3ft 6s	13°C 0.14mm/h
6ft 13s	3ft 7s	Cross 29mph 39mph	3ft 7s	13°C 0.94mm/h

Tuesday 21 Jan

Primary Swell	Secondary Swell	Wind	Secondary Swell	Weather
6-8ft 14s	3ft 8s	Cross 27mph 34mph	3ft 8s	14°C 0.43mm/h
8-9ft 14s	2-3ft 12s	Cross 23mph 27mph	2-3ft 12s	15°C 0.39mm/h
9ft 14s	1-3ft 12s	Cross 16mph 23mph	1-3ft 12s	15°C 0.19mm/h

Wednesday 22 Jan

Primary Swell	Secondary Swell	Wind	Secondary Swell	Weather
8-9ft 11s	1ft 12s	Cross 29mph 40mph	1ft 12s	15°C 0.23mm/h
6-9ft 11s	1ft 12s	Cross 28mph 39mph	1ft 12s	16°C 0.65mm/h
3-5ft 12s	1ft 13s	Cross 27mph 38mph	1ft 13s	16°C 0.75mm/h

Thursday 23 Jan

Primary Swell	Secondary Swell	Wind	Secondary Swell	Weather
7ft 10s	2ft 11s	Cross 19mph 30mph	2ft 11s	15°C 0.57mm/h
2-6ft 13s	2ft 11s	Cross 15mph 23mph	2ft 11s	15°C 0.13mm/h
Flat	1-2ft 12s	On 14mph 18mph	1-2ft 12s	15°C 0.06mm/h

Friday 24 Jan

Primary Swell	Secondary Swell	Wind	Secondary Swell	Weather
2ft 11s	2ft 14s	Cross 18mph 20mph	2ft 14s	14°C
2ft 15s	2ft 13s	Cross 24mph 30mph	2ft 13s	14°C
2-5ft 12s	1-3ft 11s	Cross 28mph 36mph	1-3ft 11s	15°C

Saturday 25 Jan

Primary Swell	Secondary Swell	Wind	Secondary Swell	Weather
18-19ft 16s	2ft 7s	Cross 21mph 23mph	2ft 7s	14°C 0.45mm/h
19ft 16s	1ft 7s	Cross 21mph 24mph	1ft 7s	14°C 0.7mm/h
18-19ft 16s	1-2ft 7s	Cross 20mph 26mph	1-2ft 7s	13°C 0.22mm/h

Sunday 26 Jan

Primary Swell	Secondary Swell	Wind	Secondary Swell	Weather
17ft 15s	2ft 7s	On 17mph 18mph	2ft 7s	12°C 0.26mm/h
17ft 15s	3ft 9s	On 12mph 12mph	3ft 9s	12°C 0.24mm/h
16ft 15s	4ft 11s	Cross 15mph 16mph	4ft 11s	12°C 0.18mm/h

Monday 27 Jan

Primary Swell	Secondary Swell	Wind	Secondary Swell	Weather
14-15ft 15s	3ft 10s	Cross 18mph 20mph	3ft 10s	14°C
13ft 15s	1-3ft 14s	Cross 19mph 22mph	1-3ft 14s	14°C 0.18mm/h
12ft 14s	0-1ft 23s	Cross 20mph 25mph	0-1ft 23s	14°C 0.71mm/h

Historical data

Location guide

Praia da Tocha, Portugal, embodies a surfer's paradise with its unique natural charm. In this magical enclave, Mother Nature doesn't shy away from demonstrating her full fiery capacity. It is an enchanting spectacle, perfect for both experienced and novice surfers. The surf is dramatic and powerful. The waves rise high, their white crests breaking against a beautifully vibrant backdrop. Praia da Tocha is one of the best places in Portugal to surf because of its consistently strong waves. This makes it an outstanding spot for more experienced surfers who are up for a thrilling, adrenaline-pumped challenge. These powerful waves are a result of the underwater topography of the area, which serves to amplify the incoming swells. Water temperature ranges from relatively cool to warm, depending on the time of year. Warmer water is generally observed from late spring to early autumn, reaching a comfortable 19 to 22 degrees Celsius. From late autumn to early spring, water temperatures can be a bit nippy, making a good wetsuit an essential equipment for surfers. The typical wind direction is predominantly from the east and south, but occasionally breezes in from the north, offering perfect conditions for early morning surf sessions. The beach is extensive with a vast sandy expanse, making it ideal for sunbathe and relaxation after a rewarding surf session. In the summer, it's a buzzing place with locals and tourists alike flocking to enjoy the fantastic surf conditions. Nevertheless, outside the peak season, Praia da Tocha transforms into a quiet haven with uncrowded waves. In conclusion, Praia da Tocha offers a surf experience like no other. The strong waves, sandy beach, lovely scenery combined with the idyllic weather, create a great surfing environment. Whether you're a seasoned pro looking to test your limits, or a beginner searching for that perfect wave to ride, Praia da Tocha is a gem that awaits your exploration.