Lajao (Baia dos Golfinhos) Surf Forecast and Surf Report

Alright folks, Rusty here. Let’s get into it.

Right off the bat, I gotta be straight with you – the next couple of weeks are looking pretty grim for a proper paddle. We’ve got a real dry spell on our hands. The first surfable window doesn't show up until Thursday, August 6th, and even then it’s touch-and-go. That’s a solid week of nothing good to report.

The only spot getting any real attention is Lajao (Baia dos Golfinhos). This is a beginner-friendly reef break, and it’s very consistent, which is about the only thing going for it right now. The water temp is sitting at 80°, which is pretty normal for this time of year, so no surprises there.

Now, for that first real chance on Thursday, August 6th, we’ve got some energy starting to show. The morning sees a 6 ft swell from the ESE with a period of 8 seconds, and the combined energy is pumping at 574 – that’s a solid moderate push. The wind is cross-off from the SE at 15 mph, which keeps the surface clean. It’s not a standout, but it’s the best we’ve got. The size is edging into the territory where it might be a bit much for absolute beginners, but it’s still manageable.

On Monday, August 10th, the morning has a similar setup: 6 ft from the ESE, 8-second period, and 583 combined energy. Again, cross-off wind keeps things clean. But the afternoon on the 10th drops to a marginal 5 ft with a 1/10 rating, so it’s a short-lived window.

The real issue here is the swell direction. Lajao’s optimum swell direction is from the NE, but we’re getting a constant stream of ESE and E swells. That’s a bad angle for this break, so even when there’s a bit of size, the waves are going to be weak and messy. The period is short, under 8 seconds, which means windswell, not groundswell, so the waves will be choppy and lack that proper push.

With the persistent cross-off winds and the short-period, poor-quality surf, the setup is honestly more interesting for a kite surfer than a paddle surfer. The combined energy is there, but the shape just isn’t. If you’re desperate for a splash, the morning of the 6th or 10th is your best bet, but don’t expect any magic.

Keep an eye on the forecasts – things can change. But for now, if you’re set on a paddle, you might be better off waiting for a better swell angle.

Rusty.

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