praia da vagueira Surf Report

Live conditions

Local time
12:45am

Swell

5ft

9s

Cross wind

Cross

5mph

5mph

Falling tide

Low

12:18am

Weather

20°C

19°C

3/2mm wetsuit

Boots

Gloves

Hood

10 day surf forecast

Today 03 Jul

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Time	Primary Swell	Secondary Swell	Wind	Secondary Swell	Weather
	8-9ft 9s		On 12mph 15mph	Flat	19°C
	7ft 9s	1ft 12s	Cross 7mph 7mph	1ft 12s	19°C
	6-7ft 9s	1ft 9s	Off 3mph 3mph	1ft 9s	20°C
	5-6ft 9s	1ft 9s	Cross 6mph 7mph	1ft 9s	20°C
	5ft 8s	1ft 9s	On 9mph 10mph	1ft 9s	21°C
	4-5ft 9s	1ft 9s	On 8mph 9mph	1ft 9s	21°C
	4ft 9s	1ft 12s	On 5mph 5mph	1ft 12s	21°C
	5ft 9s	2-3ft 11s	Cross 5mph 5mph	2-3ft 11s	20°C

Tommorrow 04 Jul

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Time	Primary Swell	Secondary Swell	Wind	Secondary Swell	Weather
	5ft 8s	2ft 11s	Cross 11mph 12mph	2ft 11s	20°C
	4ft 8s	1ft 10s	On 11mph 12mph	1ft 10s	20°C
	4ft 7s	1ft 8s	Cross 10mph 13mph	1ft 8s	20°C

Saturday 05 Jul

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Time	Primary Swell	Secondary Swell	Wind	Secondary Swell	Weather
	1-5ft 10s	0-1ft 11s	Cross 18mph 21mph	0-1ft 11s	19°C
	2ft 11s	1ft 11s	Cross 20mph 27mph	1ft 11s	19°C
	2-3ft 11s	1ft 10s	Cross 23mph 35mph	1ft 10s	20°C

Sunday 06 Jul

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Time	Primary Swell	Secondary Swell	Wind	Secondary Swell	Weather
	2-4ft 7s	1ft 9s	On 27mph 38mph	1ft 9s	19°C
	3-4ft 8s	1ft 9s	Cross 27mph 38mph	1ft 9s	19°C
	4ft 8s	1ft 9s	Cross 27mph 40mph	1ft 9s	19°C

Monday 07 Jul

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Time	Primary Swell	Secondary Swell	Wind	Secondary Swell	Weather
	7-8ft 9s	2ft 14s	On 24mph 29mph	2ft 14s	19°C
	3-6ft 12s	1-2ft 11s	On 29mph 40mph	1-2ft 11s	19°C
	3ft 13s	1ft 10s	On 30mph 46mph	1ft 10s	20°C

Tuesday 08 Jul

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Time	Primary Swell	Secondary Swell	Wind	Secondary Swell	Weather
	4-6ft 9s	0-1ft 12s	Cross 14mph 16mph	0-1ft 12s	20°C
	4ft 9s		On 17mph 23mph	Flat	20°C
	2-3ft 5s	0-1ft 10s	Cross 19mph 30mph	0-1ft 10s	21°C

Wednesday 09 Jul

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Time	Primary Swell	Secondary Swell	Wind	Secondary Swell	Weather
	3-4ft 8s		Off 6mph 6mph	Flat	22°C
	3ft 8s		On 10mph 11mph	Flat	22°C
	3ft 8s	0-1ft 10s	On 6mph 7mph	0-1ft 10s	22°C

Thursday 10 Jul

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Time	Primary Swell	Secondary Swell	Wind	Secondary Swell	Weather
	2ft 6s	1ft 8s	Cross 8mph 8mph	1ft 8s	21°C
	1-2ft 6s	1ft 8s	Cross 12mph 14mph	1ft 8s	21°C
	2ft 6s	1ft 8s	On 7mph 8mph	1ft 8s	21°C

Friday 11 Jul

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Time	Primary Swell	Secondary Swell	Wind	Secondary Swell	Weather
	2ft 9s	1ft 6s	Cross 8mph 8mph	1ft 6s	21°C
	2ft 9s	1ft 9s	Cross 11mph 12mph	1ft 9s	21°C
	2ft 8s	1ft 5s	On 8mph 9mph	1ft 5s	21°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.

Last updated: 02/07/25 12:00am