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praia da vagueira Surf Report

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Local time
11:06am

Swell

3ft

10s

Cross wind

Cross

10mph

15mph

Rising tide

High

01:43pm

Weather

18°C

19°C

3/2mm wetsuit

Boots

Gloves

Hood

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10 day surf forecast

Today 25 Aug

Primary Swell	Secondary Swell	Wind	Secondary Swell	Weather
2ft 9s	1-2ft 11s	Cross 10mph 15mph	1-2ft 11s	19°C
2ft 8s	2ft 10s	Cross 9mph 13mph	2ft 10s	18°C
2-3ft 10s	1-2ft 16s	Cross 9mph 14mph	1-2ft 16s	18°C
3ft 10s	1ft 22s	Cross 10mph 15mph	1ft 22s	18°C
3ft 10s	1ft 23s	Cross 13mph 19mph	1ft 23s	19°C
3ft 10s	2-3ft 22s	Cross 13mph 21mph	2-3ft 22s	19°C
4-5ft 17s	3-4ft 15s	Cross 12mph 18mph	3-4ft 15s	19°C
6-7ft 20s	4ft 11s	Cross 12mph 18mph	4ft 11s	19°C

Today 26 Aug

Primary Swell	Secondary Swell	Wind	Secondary Swell	Weather
12ft 17s	4-6ft 18s	Cross 17mph 25mph	4-6ft 18s	18°C
11ft 16s	4ft 19s	Cross 20mph 29mph	4ft 19s	19°C
11ft 16s	4-5ft 18s	Cross 22mph 32mph	4-5ft 18s	19°C

Primary Swell	Secondary Swell	Wind	Secondary Swell	Weather
9ft 13s	4ft 15s	On 10mph 16mph	4ft 15s	18°C
8ft 13s	4ft 11s	On 10mph 16mph	4ft 11s	19°C
8ft 13s	4ft 9s	On 12mph 17mph	4ft 9s	19°C

Thursday 28 Aug

Primary Swell	Secondary Swell	Wind	Secondary Swell	Weather
8ft 11s	1ft 13s	Cross 13mph 18mph	1ft 13s	18°C
8ft 11s	2-4ft 12s	On 14mph 20mph	2-4ft 12s	18°C
8ft 12s	1-3ft 10s	On 16mph 22mph	1-3ft 10s	19°C

Primary Swell	Secondary Swell	Wind	Secondary Swell	Weather
7ft 12s	1-2ft 9s	On 7mph 9mph	1-2ft 9s	18°C
7ft 12s	1-2ft 8s	On 8mph 13mph	1-2ft 8s	19°C
7ft 12s	1-2ft 9s	On 9mph 13mph	1-2ft 9s	20°C

Primary Swell	Secondary Swell	Wind	Secondary Swell	Weather
6ft 11s		Cross 12mph 15mph	Flat	19°C
6ft 11s		On 16mph 21mph	Flat	19°C
6ft 10s	1ft 17s	On 18mph 25mph	1ft 17s	19°C

Sunday 31 Aug

Primary Swell	Secondary Swell	Wind	Secondary Swell	Weather
5ft 10s	1-2ft 14s	On 9mph 12mph	1-2ft 14s	19°C
4-5ft 9s	0-1ft 19s	On 10mph 14mph	0-1ft 19s	20°C
4ft 9s	1-2ft 16s	On 13mph 19mph	1-2ft 16s	20°C

Monday 01 Sep

Primary Swell	Secondary Swell	Wind	Secondary Swell	Weather
6ft 10s	1-2ft 12s	Cross 25mph 30mph	1-2ft 12s	18°C
4-5ft 9s	2-3ft 9s	On 25mph 32mph	2-3ft 9s	18°C
0-3ft 11s	3ft 8s	On 24mph 32mph	3ft 8s	18°C

Primary Swell	Secondary Swell	Wind	Secondary Swell	Weather
6ft 11s	2ft 13s	On 9mph 13mph	2ft 13s	18°C
6ft 11s	1-2ft 13s	On 7mph 13mph	1-2ft 13s	19°C
6ft 11s	1ft 13s	Cross 9mph 14mph	1ft 13s	19°C

Wednesday 03 Sep

Primary Swell	Secondary Swell	Wind	Secondary Swell	Weather
4-7ft 10s	0-1ft 13s	Cross 19mph 24mph	0-1ft 13s	18°C
2-6ft 9s	1-3ft 14s	Cross 20mph 26mph	1-3ft 14s	18°C
2ft 9s	0-2ft 16s	Cross 21mph 27mph	0-2ft 16s	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: 25/08/25 12:00am

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