Atalaia (Molhes) Surf Break

Lat Long: 26.92° S 48.64° W

Atalaia (Molhes) Surf Forecast and Surf Report

Issued: 2 pm 27 Aug 2026 (local time)

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Today's Atalaia (Molhes) sea temperature is
18.9°C
0.1° 

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 27 Aug 2026:

  • Best quality surf: Saturday 29 Aug, 6AM (local time) - 5ft (1.5m), 8s period, ENE swell with offshore winds.
  • Most powerful swell: Wednesday 2 Sep, 12AM (local time) - 8ft (2.5m), 12s period, SSE swell with 1,786 kJ wave energy.
  • Next surfable swell (1★+): Friday 28 Aug, 6AM (local time) - 4.5ft (1.3m), 7s period with ENE 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 Friday (Aug 28) at 6AM. The primary swell is predicted to be 1.3m and 7s period with a secondary swell of 0.5m and 12s. 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 12s and forecast to arrive on Wednesday (Sep 02) at 12AM. Winds are predicted to be cross-shore at the time the swell arrives. The largest open ocean swell (not directed at the beach) is 0.3m 2s period and expected on Tuesday (Sep 01) at 6AM.

Wave TypeTime (-03) & Date Wave Height & Period
Next good surf (1 star+) 6AM (Fri 28th Aug)4.5ft (1.3m) 7s
Best Surf 6AM (Sat 29th Aug)5ft (1.5m) 8s
Most Powerful12AM (Wed 2nd Sep)8ft (2.5m) 12s

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


The Lowdown

Alright, Rusty here. Let’s break down what’s coming our way.

First thing: the water temp is sitting at 66°F, which is dead average for the time of year, so nothing wild.

The first real window to get stoked about is Thursday morning, August 27 at Atalaia (Molhes). We’ve got a clean 3ft swell sneaking in from the SE with a 14-second period – that’s a proper groundswell packing moderate energy. The wind is a light NW 3 mph, coming cross-off, and that’s going to keep the faces smooth. The break is fairly consistent and open to the swell, so expect some nice lines. It’s an intermediate wave, not for total greenhorns, but anyone with a few sessions under their belt will be stoked. Crowds? Sometimes, so you might have a few others, but it’s not a circus.

Another sweet spot hits Monday morning, August 31. The swell drops a touch to 4ft from the east with a 9-second period, but the real story is the glassy conditions – light SW 3 mph and dead calm. Moderate wave energy in the water, but with that glass, it’ll feel way better than the numbers. Clean, fun walls for a morning session.

Then there’s Wednesday morning, September 2. This one’s a standout. A 3ft SE groundswell with a 12-second period – nice, long lines. Combined energy is moderate. The wind is glassy from the SE at 3 mph. This is a morning you set the alarm for. Tides and conditions should line up for some proper, lined-up surf.

There’s a bit of a lull through the middle of the first week of September, but hold on – Monday morning, September 7 brings a 5ft ENE swell, period of 8 seconds. That’s pushing into bigger territory, and with a light S 6 mph cross-wind, it might be a bit lumpy for the average surfer. But for anyone comfortable in the 5ft+ range, there’s some serious grunt. Wave energy is moderate-to-strong.

The real hidden gem for the second week? Tuesday morning, September 8. We’ve got 5ft from the ENE with an 8-second period, a light SSW 6 mph cross-off wind, and moderate wave energy. That’s clean, rippable, and tipping towards the intermediate-to-expert zone. If you want a solid session without the mob, this is your call.

And finally, a long-range promise: Friday morning, September 11. A small but clean 2ft groundswell from the ESE with a 12-second period and a WNW 6 mph cross-off wind. The combined energy is surprisingly punchy for the height – that’s the period doing the work. Glossy, clean morning with long, drawn-out rides. Not for the size junkies, but for the ones who love a smooth, long ride.

So here’s the takeaway: The standouts to circle on the calendar are Thursday morning, August 27, and Wednesday morning, September 2. Those are the cleanest, most consistent, and best-shaped of the whole stretch. Everything else is for those who want it, but those two mornings are the real deal.

Rusty.

Short Range Forecast

Mostly dry. Warm (max 23°C on Fri morning, min 18°C on Sat night). Wind will be generally light.

Days 5-7 Weather Summary

Heavy rain (total 83mm), heaviest during Mon night. Warm (max 22°C on Tue afternoon, min 14°C on Tue night). Wind will be generally light.

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Saturday
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1.4
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Metric surfscale
Energy kJ
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158
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226
277
264
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137
112
186
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1786
309
233
138
Wind (km/h)
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5
NNW
10
NNE
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15
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10
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High Tide
2:25AM1.07m
3:08PM1.06m
3:01AM1.11m
3:35PM1.06m
3:33AM1.12m
4:02PM1.02m
4:05AM1.08m
4:30PM0.96m
4:42AM1.01m
5:01PM0.87m
5:34AM0.92m
5:44PM0.78m
Low Tide
9:03PM0.29m
9:15AM0.06m
9:28PM0.30m
9:41AM0.09m
9:49PM0.32m
10:06AM0.16m
10:05PM0.34m
10:29AM0.26m
10:13PM0.36m
10:46AM0.38m
10:15PM0.38m
10:39AM0.50m
12:48PM0.50m
10:23PM0.40m
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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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