Figueiros Surf Forecast and Surf Report

Alright folks, Rusty here. Let's get stuck into what we've got coming up at Figueiros. This spot is a very consistent, exposed beginner-friendly beach break that works best with a west swell direction. We've got a bit of a mixed bag over the next couple of weeks, but there are some definite gems to look forward to.

The forecast kicks off with a bit of a slow start, but we get our first decent window right now. This Sunday afternoon the 13th, the conditions are absolutely glassy with calm winds and the water is sitting at a very chilly 66° which is nearly 5° colder than normal for this time of year – that's a pretty unusual cold snap, so you'll want a decent wetsuit. The swell is a clean 4ft out of the northwest with a long 13-second period, giving us a moderate wave energy of 406. It's not massive, but for a beginner-friendly break, it's clean and fun.

Monday the 14th sees the swell holding at 4ft, but the wind switches to a light cross-shore. It's not going to be as perfect as Sunday, but it's still surfable. By Monday afternoon and into Tuesday, things drop off and get choppy as onshore winds pick up, so the quality really fades.

There's a big lull in quality from mid-week. The swell does pick up, but the wind turns nasty. On Wednesday the 16th, we're looking at a chunky 8ft to 8ft swell, but with a fresh onshore wind, it's going to be a lumpy, closed-out mess. The energy is strong (777 to 1084), but it's not for paddling. Honestly, with that much onshore wind and a beach break setup, this is looking more like a kite surfer's session than a paddle surfer's.

The wind stays messy through to Friday the 18th, with onshore and cross-onshore winds. The swell is still big, over 7ft, but the quality is just not there. It's a long wait.

Now, this is where it gets good. The real standout is Saturday the 19th. The morning session looks magic. We've got a solid 7ft northwest swell with a very long 14-second period (groundswell), generating a strong 1732 energy. The wind is a clean offshore breeze from the ESE. This is prime. The period is long, which at a beach break can make things a bit straight, but with that size and offshore wind, it's going to be powerful and lined up. This is for experienced surfers only – over 8ft is expert territory. The afternoon is just as good with glassy conditions and a 6ft swell. This is the best on offer, no question.

Sunday the 20th is still excellent. The swell drops slightly to 5ft, but the wind is light and glassy in the afternoon. It's cleaner and more manageable for a wider range of surfers. The energy is moderate at 491 to 517.

Monday the 21st is another beauty. Morning brings a 4ft swell from the NW with a super long 15-second period, giving us 820 energy. The wind is a light cross-offshore. The waves will have that long-period energy, making for some nice, lined-up sets. The afternoon turns glassy again. This is a top pick for a clean, fun session.

Tuesday the 22nd continues the run of good conditions with a 5ft northwest swell and clean winds in the morning. The wind goes onshore in the afternoon, so get on it early.

We see a few more smaller, cleaner windows later in the week. Wednesday the 23rd morning is glassy with a 4ft swell, and then there's a bit of a drop-off. The last real highlight of the run is Saturday the 26th and Sunday the 27th, with clean, cross-offshore winds and a small but clean 3-3ft swell from the west-northwest. It's small but clean for a longboard or a funboard.

Overall, the standout is definitely Saturday the 19th for the experienced crew, with Monday the 21st and Tuesday the 22nd morning being fantastic for everyone else. Get on it.

- Rusty

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