Nazare Big Wave Challenge Gets Yellow Alert, Could Run Saturday in Giant Waves
70-foot plus waves predicted for Portuguese big wave tow surfing competition.
Surf Forecasts:

The most powerful waves expected at Egg Island in the next 12 days are 3.0m 10s and forecast to arrive on Monday (Dec 15) at 10PM. Winds are predicted to be cross-shore at the time the swell arrives. The largest open ocean swell (not directed at the beach) is 0.8m 10s period and expected on Monday (Dec 15) at 7PM.
| Wave Type | Time (EST) & Date | Wave Height & Period |
|---|---|---|
| Next good surf (1 star+) | - | - |
| Best Surf | - | - |
| Most Powerful | 10PM (Mon 15th Dec) | 10ft (3.0m) 10s |
Table - best surf conditions forecast for Egg Island over the next 12 days.
Short Range Forecast Light rain (total 9mm), mostly falling on Wed night. Warm (max 25°C on Wed afternoon, min 21°C on Thu night). Winds increasing (calm on Wed morning, fresh winds from the NW by Thu morning). | Days 3-6 Weather Summary Light rain (total 7mm), mostly falling on Sat night. Warm (max 24°C on Sat afternoon, min 19°C on Mon afternoon). Winds increasing (light winds from the ENE on Sat night, strong winds from the NE by Mon afternoon). | ||||||||||||||||||||
Wednesday 10 | Thursday 11 | Friday 12 | Saturday 13 | Sunday 14 | Monday 15 | Tuesday 16 | |||||||||||||||
| AM | PM | Night | AM | PM | Night | AM | PM | Night | AM | PM | Night | AM | PM | Night | AM | PM | Night | AM | PM | Night | |
Rating (10 max) | |||||||||||||||||||||
Swell Height Map | |||||||||||||||||||||
| Wave Height (m) & direction (?) | N | N | NNE | NNE | NNE | NNE | N | NE | NE | N | NNE | N | E | E | E | E | NNE | NNE | NNE | N | NE |
| Period(s) (?) | 12 | 10 | 11 | 10 | 10 | 9 | 9 | 9 | 8 | 6 | 8 | 6 | 6 | 9 | 10 | 10 | 7 | 10 | 10 | 10 | 9 |
Wave (?)Graph | |||||||||||||||||||||
| 285 | 495 | 515 | 331 | 204 | 149 | 117 | 39 | 18 | 19 | 19 | 7 | 35 | 53 | 90 | 82 | 436 | 1738 | 1075 | 653 | 885 | |
Wind (km/h) | NNE | SW | WSW | NW | NNW | N | ENE | ENE | E | E | ENE | E | NE | N | NNE | NE | NE | NE | NE | NE | E |
| Wind State (?) onshore cross-onshore cross-shore cross-offshore offshore glassy | cross- on | glass | cross- on | on | on | cross- on | cross- off | cross- off | cross- off | cross- off | cross- off | cross- off | cross | cross- on | cross- on | cross | cross | cross | cross | cross | cross- off |
High Tide / height (m) | 12:15PM 0.90 | 12:57AM 0.76 | 1:09PM 0.82 | 1:57AM 0.78 | 2:01PM 0.75 | 2:53AM 0.81 | 2:52PM 0.69 | 3:43AM 0.83 | 3:40PM 0.64 | 4:29AM 0.85 | 4:27PM 0.60 | 5:11AM 0.87 | 5:11PM 0.58 | ||||||||
Low Tide / height (m) | 6:46PM 0.14 | 6:54AM 0.21 | 7:34PM 0.15 | 8:00AM 0.25 | 8:18PM 0.17 | 9:03AM 0.27 | 9:00PM 0.17 | 10:01AM 0.28 | 9:39PM 0.17 | 10:53AM 0.26 | 10:17PM 0.16 | 11:41AM 0.25 | 10:57PM 0.15 | ||||||||
Wednesday 10 | Thursday 11 | Friday 12 | Saturday 13 | Sunday 14 | Monday 15 | Tuesday 16 | |||||||||||||||
| Sunrise | 6:41 | - | - | 6:41 | - | - | 6:43 | - | - | 6:43 | - | - | 6:43 | - | - | 6:45 | - | - | 6:45 | - | - |
| Sunset | - | 5:16 | - | - | 5:16 | - | - | 5:16 | - | - | 5:17 | - | - | 5:17 | - | - | 5:17 | - | - | 5:19 | - |
Rain (mm) | 2 | 1 | 5 | 1 | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | 3 | 1 | - | 2 | - | 1 | - | - | - | - |
| Temp. °C | 24 | 25 | 25 | 24 | 22 | 21 | 22 | 22 | 22 | 23 | 24 | 24 | 24 | 24 | 23 | 22 | 20 | 20 | 20 | 21 | 22 |
| Feels °C (?) | 27 | 27 | 26 | 23 | 20 | 18 | 20 | 20 | 20 | 22 | 23 | 23 | 26 | 24 | 19 | 16 | 13 | 14 | 15 | 15 | 15 |

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The above surf forecast table for Egg Island provides essential information for determining whether the surfing conditions will be good over the next 12 days. A general guide to surfing at Egg Island can be found by selecting the local surf guide option on the grey menu. Our Egg Island 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 (Egg Island) 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 Egg Island 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.
Are you planning a holiday in Eleuthera - Bahamas? If you are looking for accommodation near Egg Island, camping, hotels and holiday cottages in Eleuthera - Bahamas, consider staying in Nassau which is 75 km (47 miles) away. Alternatively, find information about places to stay and car hire in Rock Sound which is 91 km (57 miles) away

