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praia do norte Surf Report

Live conditions

Local time
08:38pm

Swell

6ft

11s

Cross wind

Cross

13mph

27mph

Rising tide

High

10:03pm

Weather

18°C

17°C

3/2mm wetsuit

Boots

Gloves

Hood

Nearest spots

10 day surf forecast

Today 04 Sep

Primary Swell	Secondary Swell	Wind	Secondary Swell	Weather
8-9ft 12s	2-3ft 14s	Cross 10mph 21mph	2-3ft 14s	16°C
8ft 12s	2ft 12s	Cross 12mph 21mph	2ft 12s	17°C
7-8ft 12s	2ft 11s	Cross 13mph 20mph	2ft 11s	20°C
7ft 11s	2-3ft 12s	Cross 14mph 19mph	2-3ft 12s	22°C
7ft 11s	3ft 12s	Cross 15mph 19mph	3ft 12s	23°C
6-7ft 11s	3ft 10s	Cross 13mph 22mph	3ft 10s	20°C
6ft 11s	3ft 9s	Cross 13mph 27mph	3ft 9s	18°C
6-7ft 11s	1-2ft 11s	Cross 13mph 31mph	1-2ft 11s	16°C

Today 05 Sep

Primary Swell	Secondary Swell	Wind	Secondary Swell	Weather
6ft 10s	0-1ft 10s	On 10mph 12mph	0-1ft 10s	22°C
5-6ft 10s	1ft 11s	On 11mph 10mph	1ft 11s	23°C
5ft 10s	1-2ft 10s	On 10mph 12mph	1-2ft 10s	21°C

Tommorrow 06 Sep

Primary Swell	Secondary Swell	Wind	Secondary Swell	Weather
4ft 9s	1-2ft 10s	Cross 6mph 9mph	1-2ft 10s	26°C
3-4ft 9s	1ft 11s	Cross 8mph 12mph	1ft 11s	25°C
3ft 9s	1ft 13s	Cross 7mph 10mph	1ft 13s	21°C

Primary Swell	Secondary Swell	Wind	Secondary Swell	Weather
5ft 9s	1ft 12s	On 9mph 9mph	1ft 12s	23°C
5ft 9s	2ft 12s	On 11mph 11mph	2ft 12s	23°C
5ft 9s	2ft 12s	Cross 11mph 15mph	2ft 12s	21°C

Monday 08 Sep

Primary Swell	Secondary Swell	Wind	Secondary Swell	Weather
7-8ft 12s	1-2ft 13s	On 14mph 19mph	1-2ft 13s	21°C
8ft 11s	2ft 12s	On 15mph 20mph	2ft 12s	21°C
8ft 11s	2ft 12s	Cross 14mph 21mph	2ft 12s	19°C

Tuesday 09 Sep

Primary Swell	Secondary Swell	Wind	Secondary Swell	Weather
9ft 13s	1-2ft 9s	Cross 18mph 24mph	1-2ft 9s	20°C
9ft 13s	1ft 12s	Cross 18mph 22mph	1ft 12s	21°C
9ft 12s	1-2ft 12s	Cross 16mph 25mph	1-2ft 12s	19°C

Wednesday 10 Sep

Primary Swell	Secondary Swell	Wind	Secondary Swell	Weather
5ft 10s	1-3ft 11s	On 9mph 11mph	1-3ft 11s	25°C
5ft 11s	1ft 11s	On 11mph 12mph	1ft 11s	26°C
5ft 10s	1ft 11s	Cross 10mph 19mph	1ft 11s	22°C

Primary Swell	Secondary Swell	Wind	Secondary Swell	Weather
5ft 10s		On 10mph 13mph	Flat	23°C
5ft 10s	1-3ft 12s	On 12mph 17mph	1-3ft 12s	24°C
5-6ft 12s	0-2ft 11s	On 11mph 22mph	0-2ft 11s	21°C

Primary Swell	Wind	Secondary Swell	Weather
5ft 11s	On 16mph 22mph	Flat	20°C 0.06mm/h
4ft 9s	Cross 17mph 22mph	Flat	20°C
4ft 8s	Cross 15mph 25mph	Flat	19°C

Saturday 13 Sep

Primary Swell	Secondary Swell	Wind	Secondary Swell	Weather
7ft 10s	1-2ft 10s	Cross 6mph 11mph	1-2ft 10s	29°C
7ft 11s	1ft 10s	Off 11mph 14mph	1ft 10s	30°C
7ft 11s	1ft 10s	Cross 12mph 23mph	1ft 10s	26°C

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Location guide

Located in the small town of Nazaré in Portugal, Praia do Norte is revered by surfers worldwide for its unfathomably huge waves worthy of any surfer's bucket list. The majestic waves of Praia do Norte are not for the faint-hearted or inexperienced surfers. Such powerful waves demand an absolute command over surfing techniques and a steadfast courage to venture into. The ocean here isn't just any other ocean. The waves are formed due to the presence of the underwater canyon known as the Nazaré Canyon. This submarine geological formation is the deepest canyon in Europe, reaching depths of up to 5,000 meters, and ends right in front of Praia do Norte. The result is a natural wonder that creates distinctive and dramatic swells, with the waves reaching up to 30 meters high, challenging the boldest surfers. Surfing in Praia do Norte is a test of skill and mettle. But the conditions are also highly unpredictable. Thanks to the submarine canyon, the huge waves break closer to the shore, making it possible for bystanders to see the drama unfold very clearly. Yet, this also means that the undercurrent can be incredibly powerful, and wipe-outs rather dangerous. As for the weather, the best season for surfing here is usually between October and March, when the ocean roils with storms from the Atlantic, throwing up mountains of water. Outside these peak periods, the waves can be smaller, but still considerable compared to standard surfing locales around the world. In conclusion, the surfing conditions at Praia do Norte offer a formidable and benevolent arena for surfers willing to test their mettle. It's not just the sheer magnitude of the waves that makes this beach famous, but also their quality and consistency. Understanding and respecting the ocean's power is the key to successfully tackle the monstrous waves of Praia do Norte. Be prepared for both an intimidating and exhilarating experience when surfing on this remarkable slice of the Portuguese coastline.