
Surf Forecasts:
Faja da Areia surf forecast from 13 Jul 2026:
- Best quality surf: Tuesday 14 Jul, 1AM (local time) - 3ft (0.9m), 8s period, NNW swell with glassy winds.
- Most powerful swell: Monday 20 Jul, 10PM (local time) - 4.5ft (1.3m), 8s period, NNE swell with 186 kJ wave energy.
- Next surfable swell (1★+): Tuesday 14 Jul, 1AM (local time) - 3ft (0.9m), 8s period with NNW swell.
Best Forecast Surf Conditions for Faja da Areia this week:
The surf forecast for Faja da Areia over the next 16 days: The first swell (rated 1 star or higher) is forecast to arrive on Tuesday (Jul 14) at 1AM. The primary swell is predicted to be 0.9m and 8s period with a secondary swell of 0.2m and 11s. The wind is predicted to be glassy as the swell arrives.
The most powerful waves expected at Faja da Areia in the next 16 days are 1.3m 8s and forecast to arrive on Monday (Jul 20) at 10PM. Winds are predicted to be onshore at the time the swell arrives. The largest open ocean swell (not directed at the beach) is 0.7m 9s period and expected on Wednesday (Jul 15) at 7PM.
| Wave Type | Time (WEST) & Date | Wave Height & Period |
|---|---|---|
| Next good surf (1 star+) | 1AM (Tue 14th Jul) | 3ft (0.9m) 8s |
| Best Surf | 1AM (Tue 14th Jul) | 3ft (0.9m) 8s |
| Most Powerful | 10PM (Mon 20th Jul) | 4.5ft (1.3m) 8s |
Table - best surf conditions forecast for Faja da Areia over the next 16 days.
The Lowdown
Alright folks, Rusty here. Let’s have a look at what’s on the menu for the coming weeks.
Right off the bat, I gotta be straight with you – this is a tough stretch. The first solid recommendation doesn't show up until Tuesday the 14th of July, and even then, it’s pretty marginal. We’re looking at a long, quiet run with very little to get excited about.
The standout spot is Faja da Areia, a point break that’s inconsistent and can be a bit of a tease. It likes a solid NNW swell, and we do get a little pulse of that, but the timing isn't great.
Let’s start with the first real chance. On Tuesday, July 14th, the morning and afternoon both see a tiny 2 ft swell from the N, with a short period of 8 seconds. The energy is weak (92). The wind is glassy though, dead calm, which is a major positive for the clean face. The water temp is a touch warmer than normal at 74°. This is small, weak surf, but it’s glassy and rideable for a beginner. It’s the best we’ve got for a while.
Things then go flat again. From Wednesday the 15th through to the 19th, the conditions are poor. We get tiny, inconsistent dribbles, but nothing worth paddling for. The winds stay mostly cross-on or onshore, and the energy drops way down.
Now, there’s a glimmer of hope later on. On Monday morning, July 20th, the swell starts to build a bit. We’re looking at 4 ft from the NNE, with a period of 7 seconds and a moderate energy level (191). The wind is glassy – that’s the key here. The waves are still ordinary, but the glassy conditions could make it fun for a log. The size is small enough for beginners.
The rest of the week into the 28th is a mixed bag of cross-on winds and weak energy. There’s a bit of a bump on the 22nd and 23rd with 3 ft to 4 ft swells, but the wind is never clean. The energy gets up to moderate levels (202 on the 22nd afternoon), but it’s all cross-on, so the quality is poor. On the 28th, we see another glassy window with 2 ft from the NE, but it’s just more of the same – ordinary.
So, the honest truth? There’s no true standout week here. The best you’ll do is the glassy Tuesday morning on the 14th for a tiny, clean wave, or the glassy Monday morning on the 20th for a slightly bigger but still weak wave. This is a long stretch of poor surf, and for a spot that’s already inconsistent, that’s just the way it goes sometimes.
Stay tuned, forecasts can change, but for now, keep your board in the car and your eyes on the horizon.
Rusty.
Short Range ForecastMostly dry. Warm (max 26°C on Wed morning, min 20°C on Mon night). Wind will be generally light. | Days 5-7 Weather SummaryMostly dry. Warm (max 24°C on Thu afternoon, min 19°C on Fri night). Wind will be generally light. | ||||||||||||||||||||
Mon 13 | Tuesday 14 | Wednesday 15 | Thursday 16 | Friday 17 | Saturday 18 | Sunday 19 | |||||||||||||||
PM | Night | AM | PM | Night | AM | PM | Night | AM | PM | Night | AM | PM | Night | AM | PM | Night | AM | PM | Night | AM | |
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Wave Height (m) Direction Period (s) | NNW 8 | NNW 8 | N 8 | N 8 | N 8 | N 8 | N 8 | NNE 8 | NNE 8 | NNE 9 | N 7 | NNE 4 | E 6 | NE 5 | E 6 | NE 6 | NE 5 | NE 6 | NE 6 | NNE 6 | NNE 7 |
Wave Graph | |||||||||||||||||||||
125 | 94 | 43 | 47 | 47 | 48 | 44 | 23 | 23 | 15 | 9 | 17 | 18 | 42 | 32 | 67 | 62 | 92 | 120 | 141 | 183 | |
Wind (km/h) | |||||||||||||||||||||
Wind State on-shore cross-onshore cross-shore cross-offshore off-shore glassy | cross-on | glassy | glassy | glassy | glassy | glassy | glassy | glassy | glassy | glassy | cross-on | cross-on | cross-on | cross-on | cross-on | cross-on | cross-on | cross-on | on | on | glassy |
High Tide | 2:27AM2.06m | 2:47PM2.30m | 3:16AM2.10m | 3:34PM2.37m | 4:03AM2.10m | 4:20PM2.37m | 4:49AM2.05m | 5:05PM2.31m | 5:33AM1.97m | 5:50PM2.18m | 6:18AM1.86m | 6:35PM2.01m | 7:05AM1.75m | ||||||||
Low Tide | 8:15PM0.08m | 8:29AM0.13m | 9:06PM-0.01m | 9:17AM0.08m | 9:54PM-0.04m | 10:02AM0.08m | 10:40PM-0.01m | 10:46AM0.13m | 11:25PM0.08m | 11:29AM0.22m | 00:09AM0.20m | 12:14PM0.34m | 00:53AM0.35m | ||||||||
— | — | 7:09 | — | — | 7:09 | — | — | 7:11 | — | — | 7:11 | — | — | 7:11 | — | — | 7:11 | — | — | 7:13 | |
— | 9:17 | — | — | 9:16 | — | — | 9:16 | — | — | 9:16 | — | — | 9:15 | — | — | 9:15 | — | — | 9:15 | 9:15 | |
mm | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — |
Temp °C | 22 | 21 | 24 | 24 | 22 | 26 | 25 | 23 | 26 | 24 | 23 | 24 | 24 | 21 | 24 | 24 | 21 | 24 | 24 | 21 | 26 |
Feels °C | 24 | 23 | 27 | 26 | 25 | 29 | 28 | 26 | 28 | 27 | 26 | 27 | 26 | 22 | 26 | 26 | 22 | 25 | 25 | 23 | 27 |
Swell 1 Height (m) Direction Period (s) | NNW 8 | NNW 8 | N 8 | N 8 | WNW 7 | N 8 | N 8 | W 9 | W 8 | W 8 | WNW 8 | ESE 6 | E 6 | WNW 8 | E 6 | WNW 9 | WNW 8 | WNW 8 | WNW 8 | NW 7 | NNE 7 |
125 | 94 | 43 | 47 | 43 | 48 | 44 | 57 | 36 | 34 | 22 | 12 | 18 | 12 | 32 | 16 | 14 | 13 | 12 | 14 | 183 | |
Swell 2 Height (m) Direction Period (s) | SSW 16 | WNW 11 | NW 8 | WNW 9 | N 8 | W 7 | W 6 | NNE 8 | NNE 8 | NNE 9 | ESE 6 | WNW 8 | WNW 7 | N 7 | WNW 8 | S 18 | NW 8 | NW 8 | NNW 8 | WNW 7 | NW 7 |
25 | 12 | 25 | 31 | 47 | 22 | 21 | 23 | 23 | 15 | 6 | 12 | 11 | 1 | 11 | 6 | 3 | 2 | 6 | 11 | 8 | |
Swell 3 Height (m) Direction Period (s) | S 13 | SSW 15 | NW 10 | NW 8 | WNW 10 | WNW 9 | WNW 9 | N 7 | N 7 | N 7 | N 7 | NNE 7 | NNE 7 | S 19 | N 6 | NW 9 | S 18 | N 11 | N 10 | NW 9 | W 7 |
3 | 22 | 24 | 14 | 19 | 29 | 28 | 10 | 9 | 9 | 9 | 11 | 10 | 7 | 3 | 3 | 6 | 2 | 2 | 3 | 4 | |
Wind waves Height (m) Direction Period (s) | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | N 3 | NNE 4 | N 4 | NE 5 | N 5 | NE 6 | NE 5 | NE 6 | NE 6 | NNE 6 | — |
— | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | 3 | 17 | 13 | 42 | 22 | 67 | 62 | 92 | 120 | 141 | — | |
Nearest Offshore or Glassy | |||||||||||||||||||||
Distance (km) | 15 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 7 | 7 | 7 | 7 | 7 | 14 | 17 | 509 | 528 | 14 | 14 | 17 | 14 | 14 | 14 | 14 | 0 |
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Information about the Faja da Areia Surf forecast
The above surf forecast table for Faja da Areia provides essential information for determining whether the surfing conditions will be good over the next 16 days. A general guide to surfing at Faja da Areia can be found by selecting the local surf guide option on the grey menu. Our Faja da Areia 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 (Faja da Areia) 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 Faja da Areia 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.
Faja da Areia is 21 km (13 miles) from the city of Camara de Lobos. If you plan a holiday in Madeira, look for hotels and other accommodation in Camara de Lobos. Camara de Lobos has rooms for a wide range of budgets as well as car hire and transport links.











