praia da vagueira Surf Report

Live conditions

Local time
12:11am

Swell

1ft

Cross-offshore wind

Cross

4mph

Rising tide

High

01:21am

Weather

18°C

17°C

3/2mm wetsuit

Boots

Gloves

Hood

Nearest spots

10 day surf forecast

Today 20/09

Primary Swell	Secondary Swell	Wind	Secondary Swell	Weather
1ft 11s	1ft 6s	Cross 4mph 4mph	1ft 6s	18°C
1ft 11s	1ft 8s	Cross 4mph 4mph	1ft 8s	17°C 0.08mm/h
1ft 12s	1ft 7s	Off 4mph 4mph	1ft 7s	17°C
1ft 13s	1ft 6s	Cross 2mph 2mph	1ft 6s	18°C
1ft 12s	1ft 6s	Cross 7mph 7mph	1ft 6s	19°C
1ft 12s	1ft 6s	Cross 7mph 7mph	1ft 6s	19°C
1ft 7s	1ft 6s	Off 7mph 7mph	1ft 6s	19°C
1ft 7s	1ft 6s	Cross 5mph 5mph	1ft 6s	18°C

Primary Swell	Secondary Swell	Wind	Secondary Swell	Weather
Flat	1ft 5s	Cross 8mph 9mph	1ft 5s	19°C
0-1ft 7s	1ft 5s	On 7mph 7mph	1ft 5s	19°C
Flat	1ft 5s	Cross 3mph 3mph	1ft 5s	19°C

Primary Swell	Secondary Swell	Wind	Secondary Swell	Weather
Flat	1ft 8s	Cross 4mph 4mph	1ft 8s	18°C
Flat	1ft 8s	Cross 8mph 8mph	1ft 8s	18°C
0-1ft 10s	1ft 8s	Cross 11mph 13mph	1ft 8s	18°C

Primary Swell	Secondary Swell	Wind	Secondary Swell	Weather
1ft 9s	2ft 14s	On 6mph 9mph	2ft 14s	17°C
1ft 8s	2ft 13s	On 8mph 11mph	2ft 13s	18°C
1ft 8s	2ft 9s	On 6mph 7mph	2ft 9s	18°C 0.08mm/h

Primary Swell	Secondary Swell	Wind	Secondary Swell	Weather
1ft 8s	1-2ft 6s	On 8mph 10mph	1-2ft 6s	17°C
1ft 8s	1ft 6s	On 9mph 11mph	1ft 6s	18°C
2-3ft 9s	1ft 8s	On 9mph 11mph	1ft 8s	18°C

Primary Swell	Secondary Swell	Wind	Secondary Swell	Weather
3-6ft 8s	1ft 9s	Cross 4mph 5mph	1ft 9s	17°C
6ft 8s	1ft 7s	On 7mph 8mph	1ft 7s	18°C
0-4ft 11s	0-1ft 6s	On 8mph 9mph	0-1ft 6s	18°C

Thursday 26/09

Primary Swell	Secondary Swell	Wind	Secondary Swell	Weather
Flat		Cross 14mph 19mph	Flat	18°C 0.13mm/h
1-2ft 10s	1ft 8s	Cross 14mph 19mph	1ft 8s	18°C 0.28mm/h
2-4ft 9s	1ft 9s	Cross 12mph 18mph	1ft 9s	19°C 0.19mm/h

Primary Swell	Wind	Secondary Swell	Weather
7ft 9s	Cross 6mph 6mph	Flat	18°C
7ft 9s	Cross 8mph 9mph	Flat	18°C
6-7ft 9s	Cross 9mph 10mph	Flat	18°C

Primary Swell	Secondary Swell	Wind	Secondary Swell	Weather
6ft 9s	2ft 8s	On 6mph 7mph	2ft 8s	18°C
6ft 9s	2ft 8s	Cross 7mph 8mph	2ft 8s	18°C
6ft 9s	2ft 8s	Cross 9mph 10mph	2ft 8s	18°C

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.

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Last updated: 19/09/24 12:00am