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praia da vagueira Surf Report

Live conditions

Local time
09:39pm

Swell

3ft

10s

Cross wind

Cross

11mph

16mph

Rising tide

High

09:14pm

Weather

19°C

18°C

3/2mm wetsuit

Boots

Gloves

Hood

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10 day surf forecast

Today 17 Sep

Primary Swell	Secondary Swell	Wind	Secondary Swell	Weather
6ft 11s	3ft 9s	Cross 14mph 19mph	3ft 9s	18°C
5-6ft 11s	3-4ft 8s	Cross 13mph 16mph	3-4ft 8s	18°C
4-5ft 10s	3ft 6s	Cross 11mph 13mph	3ft 6s	18°C
4ft 10s	3ft 6s	Cross 10mph 12mph	3ft 6s	19°C
4-5ft 10s	2-3ft 8s	Cross 12mph 16mph	2-3ft 8s	19°C
4ft 10s	1-2ft 13s	Cross 13mph 18mph	1-2ft 13s	19°C
3-4ft 10s	1ft 15s	Off 12mph 17mph	1ft 15s	19°C
3ft 10s	1-2ft 14s	Cross 10mph 14mph	1-2ft 14s	19°C

Primary Swell	Secondary Swell	Wind	Secondary Swell	Weather
5ft 12s	2ft 10s	On 5mph 5mph	2ft 10s	19°C
5ft 11s	1-2ft 11s	On 8mph 9mph	1-2ft 11s	20°C
5ft 11s	1ft 12s	Cross 11mph 12mph	1ft 12s	20°C

Primary Swell	Secondary Swell	Wind	Secondary Swell	Weather
4ft 10s	2ft 10s	On 2mph 2mph	2ft 10s	20°C
4ft 10s	2ft 10s	On 8mph 9mph	2ft 10s	21°C
4ft 10s	2ft 10s	Cross 6mph 6mph	2ft 10s	21°C

Saturday 20 Sep

Primary Swell	Secondary Swell	Wind	Secondary Swell	Weather
3ft 9s	1ft 14s	Cross 12mph 16mph	1ft 14s	19°C
1-2ft 12s	1ft 10s	On 15mph 19mph	1ft 10s	19°C
2-4ft 10s	1ft 11s	Cross 16mph 19mph	1ft 11s	18°C

Primary Swell	Secondary Swell	Wind	Secondary Swell	Weather
Flat	1ft 11s	Cross 29mph 31mph	1ft 11s	17°C
Flat	0-1ft 12s	Cross 30mph 31mph	0-1ft 12s	17°C
Flat		Cross 32mph 33mph	Flat	17°C

Primary Swell	Secondary Swell	Wind	Secondary Swell	Weather
Flat		Cross 23mph 23mph	Flat	16°C
Flat	1ft 9s	Cross 27mph 26mph	1ft 9s	17°C
Flat	0-1ft 11s	Cross 30mph 32mph	0-1ft 11s	17°C

Primary Swell	Wind	Secondary Swell	Weather
4ft 8s	Off 8mph 7mph	Flat	16°C
0-3ft 11s	Cross 12mph 12mph	Flat	17°C
0-1ft 13s	Cross 16mph 16mph	Flat	17°C

Primary Swell	Secondary Swell	Wind	Secondary Swell	Weather
3-4ft 7s	1ft 11s	Cross 6mph 6mph	1ft 11s	17°C
1-3ft 9s	0-1ft 10s	On 12mph 12mph	0-1ft 10s	18°C
1ft 10s		Cross 15mph 17mph	Flat	18°C

Thursday 25 Sep

Primary Swell	Secondary Swell	Wind	Secondary Swell	Weather
2ft 9s	1ft 11s	Cross 13mph 15mph	1ft 11s	17°C
2ft 9s	1ft 11s	Cross 15mph 18mph	1ft 11s	18°C
2ft 10s	1-2ft 9s	Cross 18mph 23mph	1-2ft 9s	18°C

Friday 26 Sep

Primary Swell	Secondary Swell	Wind	Secondary Swell	Weather
3ft 10s	1-2ft 12s	Cross 12mph 14mph	1-2ft 12s	17°C
2-3ft 9s	2ft 12s	Cross 10mph 14mph	2ft 12s	18°C
3-4ft 11s	1-2ft 8s	On 10mph 14mph	1-2ft 8s	18°C

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Location guide

The surfing conditions at Praia da Vagueira, located on Portugal's western shoreline, can be delightfully unpredictable, making it an intriguing destination for both novice and experienced surfers alike. This small beachtown is renowned for the quality of breaking waves it offers due to the forceful Atlantic Ocean swells meeting the Portuguese continental shelf, producing waves with good power and consistency. The beach flirts with the ocean in a way that creates a natural progression of sand banks. These sand banks create waves that keep changing throughout the year, puzzling surfers who try to read the ocean's riddle-like patterns. This constant change makes the beach an interesting surf spot, keeping the local and visiting surfers on their toes — pun intended. Depending upon the time of year, the surf can range from gentle ripples perfect for beginners to towering walls of water that only the bravest dare defy. The summer months, with their predictable winds and smaller surf, are generally more suitable for beginners and intermediate surfers. The swells are easygoing and offer ample opportunity to hone surfing techniques. As autumn rolls in, the swells increase in size and strength. This is the season that will test and thrill the more experienced surfers. The winds tend to change frequently which can conjure some colossal, crusher waves that demand respect and skill. The raw, natural beauty of Praia da Vagueira aside, there's also the local culture that makes it one special surf spot. The local community is friendly, open-minded, and always willing to share a surf story or two. Their warm welcome contributes to a wholesome surfing experience, not just the waves themselves. Therefore, the surfing conditions at Praia da Vagueira go beyond the waters. In totality, Praia da Vagueira is a surf spot where both the battle and the dance with the waves begin. However, each surfer is reminded to respect the power of the sea and undertake their surfing journey responsibly. As variable as the conditions are, they offer an eclectic surfing experience, combining adventure, discovery, and the pleasure of surfing in one of Portugal's jewels. Whether you're seeking the thrill of giant winter swells or prefer the calm, smaller waves of summer, Praia da Vagueira invites you into its natural surf arena, promising an unforgettable surfing experience.

praia da vagueira Surf Report

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Last updated: 17/09/25 12:00am

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