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praia paredes Surf Report

Live conditions

Local time
09:08pm

Swell

3ft

Cross-onshore wind

Cross

4mph

5mph

Rising tide

High

08:56pm

Weather

20°C

19°C

3/2mm wetsuit

Boots

Gloves

Hood

Nearest spots

10 day surf forecast

Today 04 Aug

Primary Swell	Secondary Swell	Wind	Secondary Swell	Weather
3ft 8s		On 5mph 5mph	Flat	19°C
3ft 8s		Cross 2mph 3mph	Flat	18°C
3ft 7s		Off 3mph 6mph	Flat	26°C
3ft 7s		Cross 4mph 8mph	Flat	34°C
3ft 7s		Cross 7mph 10mph	Flat	31°C
3ft 7s		Cross 6mph 9mph	Flat	26°C
3ft 7s	1ft 11s	Cross 5mph 6mph	1ft 11s	21°C
3ft 7s	1ft 11s	On 4mph 4mph	1ft 11s	19°C

Primary Swell	Secondary Swell	Wind	Secondary Swell	Weather
5ft 8s		Cross 4mph 7mph	Flat	35°C
5ft 8s	0-1ft 12s	Cross 8mph 10mph	0-1ft 12s	31°C
4ft 8s	1-2ft 10s	Cross 7mph 9mph	1-2ft 10s	26°C

Tommorrow 06 Aug

Primary Swell	Secondary Swell	Wind	Secondary Swell	Weather
4ft 10s	2ft 10s	Cross 4mph 7mph	2ft 10s	33°C
4ft 10s	1-2ft 9s	Cross 8mph 9mph	1-2ft 9s	31°C
4ft 10s	2ft 11s	Cross 8mph 8mph	2ft 11s	26°C

Thursday 07 Aug

Primary Swell	Secondary Swell	Wind	Secondary Swell	Weather
4ft 11s	0-1ft 13s	Cross 6mph 11mph	0-1ft 13s	29°C
3-4ft 10s	0-1ft 13s	Cross 10mph 13mph	0-1ft 13s	28°C
3ft 10s		Cross 10mph 11mph	Flat	24°C

Primary Swell	Secondary Swell	Wind	Secondary Swell	Weather
2ft 9s	1ft 6s	Cross 6mph 5mph	1ft 6s	26°C
2ft 9s		On 10mph 8mph	Flat	26°C
2ft 9s		On 9mph 9mph	Flat	23°C

Primary Swell	Secondary Swell	Wind	Secondary Swell	Weather
2ft 9s	2ft 5s	Cross 7mph 6mph	2ft 5s	28°C
2ft 9s	1-2ft 8s	On 9mph 8mph	1-2ft 8s	27°C
2ft 9s	1ft 9s	On 8mph 10mph	1ft 9s	24°C

Primary Swell	Secondary Swell	Wind	Secondary Swell	Weather
3ft 6s	2ft 8s	On 8mph 5mph	2ft 8s	26°C
3ft 7s	2ft 9s	On 9mph 8mph	2ft 9s	26°C
3ft 9s	2ft 10s	On 10mph 14mph	2ft 10s	23°C

Monday 11 Aug

Primary Swell	Secondary Swell	Wind	Secondary Swell	Weather
7ft 8s	1ft 10s	On 10mph 10mph	1ft 10s	23°C
5-6ft 9s	0-1ft 13s	On 12mph 14mph	0-1ft 13s	23°C
2-4ft 10s	0-1ft 14s	On 12mph 18mph	0-1ft 14s	20°C

Tuesday 12 Aug

Primary Swell	Secondary Swell	Wind	Secondary Swell	Weather
1-3ft 10s	1-2ft 12s	On 12mph 19mph	1-2ft 12s	19°C 0.06mm/h
1ft 11s	1-3ft 11s	On 13mph 21mph	1-3ft 11s	19°C
1ft 11s	3ft 10s	On 14mph 23mph	3ft 10s	18°C

Primary Swell	Secondary Swell	Wind	Secondary Swell	Weather
4ft 9s		On 12mph 17mph	Flat	21°C
3ft 8s	0-1ft 16s	On 14mph 17mph	0-1ft 16s	22°C
0-2ft 11s	1-2ft 13s	On 14mph 24mph	1-2ft 13s	20°C

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Location guide

At Praia Paredes, Portugal, the surfing conditions are shaped by the unique geographical features, marine climate, and tidal patterns of this area. This region is known for its year-round swell, making it a preferred spot among discerning surfers. A variety of wave types can be encountered here, from powerful hollow waves that offer thrilling rides, to more mellow waves that are great for beginners or longboarding. Praia Paredes bathes in a favorable marine climate that makes it an ideal surfing location almost all-year-round. Even during the winter, wave consistency remains impressively high, partly due to the Northwestern Atlantic swells that the beach is exposed to. Throughout the year, it is not uncommon for waves to reach anything between 1 to 3 metres. However, it is worth noting that the optimal wave direction is from the north. The beach break at Praia Paredes offers both left and right-hand waves. These varying wave directions provide diverse surfing opportunities, perfect for both regular and goofy riders. Due to the presence of several sandbars along the beach's length, this spot rarely gets crowded, giving surfers plenty of room to catch the best waves. Concerning tides, it's key to note that Praia Paredes has a semi-diurnal tide, which means two high tides and two low tides occur daily. The place boasts a variable tidal range, which can significantly influence wave quality and size. Surfing conditions are usually at their best around mid to high tide, as low tide can sometimes cause the waves to close out too quickly, particularly during larger swells. Wind direction at Praia Paredes also significantly impacts the surfing conditions. A wind coming from an easterly direction usually generates the best conditions, as it creates an offshore airflow that shapes the waves into cleaner, more rideable forms. On the other hand, winds blowing from the west result in onshore conditions that can make the sea choppy and the waves disorganized. In essence, the surfing conditions at Praia Paredes, Portugal, are characterized by year-round swell, a variety of wave types, consistency in waves, favorable tidal patterns, and wind-dependent wave quality. The combination of these factors creates a dynamic surfing environment that caters to a wide spectrum of surfers, from beginners to experienced riders.