Atalaia (Molhes) Surf Break

Lat Long: 26.92° S 48.64° W

Atalaia (Molhes) Surf Forecast and Surf Report

Issued: 2 pm 13 Sep 2026 (local time)

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Today's Atalaia (Molhes) sea temperature is
19.6°C
0.5° 

Atalaia (Molhes) surf forecast is for near shore open water. Breaking waves will often be smaller at less exposed spots.


Atalaia (Molhes) surf forecast from 14 Sep 2026:

  • Best quality surf: Monday 14 Sep, 12AM (local time) - 5ft (1.5m), 7s period, SSE swell with cross-offshore winds.
  • Most powerful swell: Saturday 19 Sep, 9PM (local time) - 8ft (2.5m), 9s period, ENE swell with 911 kJ wave energy.
  • Next surfable swell (1★+): Monday 14 Sep, 12AM (local time) - 5ft (1.5m), 7s period with SSE swell.

Best Forecast Surf Conditions for Atalaia (Molhes) this week:

The surf forecast for Atalaia (Molhes) over the next 16 days: The first swell (rated 1 star or higher) is forecast to arrive on Monday (Sep 14) at 12AM. The primary swell is predicted to be 1.5m and 7s period with a secondary swell of 0.8m and 7s. Another secondary swell of 0.4m and 8s is also forecast. The wind is predicted to be cross-offshore as the swell arrives.

The most powerful waves expected at Atalaia (Molhes) in the next 16 days are 2.5m 9s and forecast to arrive on Saturday (Sep 19) at 9PM. Winds are predicted to be cross-onshore at the time the swell arrives.

Wave TypeTime (-03) & Date Wave Height & Period
Next good surf (1 star+)12AM (Mon 14th Sep)5ft (1.5m) 7s
Best Surf12AM (Mon 14th Sep)5ft (1.5m) 7s
Most Powerful 9PM (Sat 19th Sep)8ft (2.5m) 9s

Table - best surf conditions forecast for Atalaia (Molhes) over the next 16 days.


The Lowdown

Alright, this is Rusty comin' at ya from the beach. Let's have a look at what the next couple of weeks are shaping up like for Atalaia.

First off, the opening of the forecast period on Sunday the 13th is a bit of a write-off. The swell is small, the wind is messy, and the waves are just plain poor. We’re basically waiting until Monday the 14th to see something worth paddling out for.

Monday morning will be small and a little ordinary, but it's a start. The real kick-off comes Monday afternoon. We've got a 4 ft swell rolling in from the SSE with a 9-second period, and the wind is a light cross-offshore from the SW. That combo is giving us clean, surfable waves and the energy is starting to build, sitting at a moderate 312. It's not huge, but it's the first proper window of the run.

Tuesday the 15th morning is the next standout. The wind drops to glassy, and the swell is a clean 3 ft from the SSE. It’s small and clean, perfect for a longboard or a fun little log. The wave energy is a moderate 223. That afternoon gets chopped by a cross-onshore wind, so get on it early.

Now, Wednesday the 16th morning is where things get interesting. We’ve got a solid 5 ft swell from the SSE with an 8-second period. The kicker is the glassy conditions – dead calm wind. The wave energy is a solid 413, which is moderate but building. This is a real good window for a surfer who knows their way around a beach break. It’s going to be clean and punchy. After that, the winds turn onshore and chop it up in the afternoons for a few days.

The weekend of the 20th and 21st looks promising. Saturday the 19th is a write-off with onshore wind and a messy 7 ft swell. But Sunday the 20th morning is a beauty. The wind goes glassy from the NW, and we’ve got a 5 ft swell from the ENE with a 9-second period. That’s a moderate 434 energy and it’s going to be clean. Monday the 21st morning is also a strong option with a 5 ft ENE swell and a light cross-offshore wind from the WNW, keeping it clean.

After that, the forecast gets a bit patchy through the middle of the second week. There are windows of clean conditions, like Thursday the 24th afternoon with a glassy 3 ft swell, and Friday the 25th morning with a clean 3 ft swell. Nothing huge, but good for a paddle.

The true standout of this whole run is Wednesday the 16th morning at Atalaia (Molhes). With a 5 ft swell from the SSE, glassy conditions, and moderate energy (413), it’s going to be a clean, fun session for intermediate surfers. The water temp is 67°, which is about average for the time of year, so no surprises there. Crowds are listed as 'sometimes', so you might have a few others out, but it's worth it.

The second best is probably Monday the 21st morning. The swell is 5 ft from the ENE, with a clean cross-offshore wind from the WNW, and moderate energy (333). It’s a bit of a longer-period swell (9 seconds), so it’ll have a bit more shape. Both of these are the ones to circle on the calendar.

For the beginners: keep an eye on Tuesday the 15th morning and Thursday the 24th afternoon. Those glassy, small days will be perfect.

A few days in the middle of the second week, like around the 23rd and 26th, are pretty poor with onshore wind and messy conditions. But overall, there’s enough on the table to keep you busy.
Stay salty.
- Rusty

Short Range Forecast

Light rain (total 6mm), mostly falling on Sun night. Very mild (max 18°C on Tue morning, min 12°C on Mon night). Wind will be generally light.

Days 5-7 Weather Summary

Moderate rain (total 17mm), heaviest on Sat morning. Very mild (max 19°C on Fri afternoon, min 14°C on Wed night). Wind will be generally light.

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Energy kJ
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High Tide
3:37PM0.97m
3:50AM1.05m
3:59PM0.93m
4:21AM0.98m
4:23PM0.88m
5:00AM0.89m
4:51PM0.81m
5:58AM0.80m
12:21PM0.59m
00:45AM0.43m
7:07AM0.73m
12:33PM0.65m
6:54PM0.69m
8:08AM0.69m
12:45PM0.69m
7:58PM0.67m
Low Tide
9:56PM0.26m
10:20AM0.30m
10:08PM0.28m
10:28AM0.41m
10:08PM0.31m
10:07AM0.49m
10:08PM0.34m
9:58AM0.55m
1:13PM0.59m
10:20PM0.40m
10:02AM0.59m
2:50PM0.62m
10:44PM0.47m
3:06AM0.45m
5:03PM0.56m
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Information about the Atalaia (Molhes) Surf forecast

The above surf forecast table for Atalaia (Molhes) provides essential information for determining whether the surfing conditions will be good over the next 16 days. A general guide to surfing at Atalaia (Molhes) can be found by selecting the local surf guide option on the grey menu. Our Atalaia (Molhes) surf forecast is unique since it includes wave energy (power) that defines the real feel of the surf rather than just the height or the period. If you surf the same spot (Atalaia (Molhes)) regularly then make a mental note of the wave energy from the surf forecast table each time you go. Very soon you may start to choose your surf days based on the wave energy alone combined with our forecast of favourable offshore wind conditions. Our star ratings will help here and of course you will also find the usual wave height and period predictions on our surf forecasts as well as a full break down of the swell components under our advanced users option (to reveal that, click the little Einstein character under the tide times).

Further information to help with frequently asked questions about our surf forecast for Atalaia (Molhes) may be found under the help tab on the top menu and also by moving your mouse over the question marks on the surf forecast table itself. Please always bear in mind that the forecast is for near-shore open water and local factors at each surf break influence the actual breaking wave height, such as the beach / reef profile, water depths offshore and shelter.

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