Carcavelos Surf Forecast and Surf Report

Alright, folks, let’s talk about Carcavelos. It’s a bit of a slow burn for the next week or so, but there’s some serious size and power building for the back half of this forecast window. We’ve got a lot of clean, cross-off wind, but the waves are just not doing much for a while. Hang tight.

The next few days are looking pretty bleak for a proper surf. Wednesday and Thursday are small, with the swell sitting around 1.6ft to 3ft. The energy is weak, with readings between 64 and 262. The wind is cross-off, which keeps the surface clean, but there just isn’t enough push. Friday and Saturday are a bit better in size, up to 5ft, but the period is short and the energy is still moderate. It’s the kind of surf that’s good for a splash around on a longboard, but nothing to get excited about. The 11th and 12th have a slight bump in period, but the size drops back down. There’s a real lack of quality here.

Then things start to change. From the 14th of August onwards, the swell really starts to build. We’re talking 6.5ft to 8ft from the NNW, with the energy jumping into the strong range—we’re seeing values like 504, 962, and 734. The period is around 8 seconds, so it’s a solid, powerful windswell. The wind is still cross-off, which is great for keeping it clean, but here’s the catch: this is getting too big for Carcavelos. The forecast notes say it’s predicted to be too big for the break. This is expert territory, and even then, it’s going to be a wild, powerful beast. The mornings on the 18th and 19th look slightly better with lighter winds, but the size is still significant.

So, if you’re an expert who loves a challenge, the window from the 14th to the 19th is where the real power is. It’s not going to be friendly, but it will be memorable. For everyone else, hold off. The first week is a waiting game, and the second week is a game for the brave. The water is about average for this time of year, so no real surprises there.

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