Surf Forecasts:
Lajao (Baia dos Golfinhos) surf forecast from 24 Aug 2026:
- Most powerful swell: Tuesday 25 Aug, 9PM (local time) - 5.5ft (1.7m), 7s period, SE swell with 309 kJ wave energy.
Best Forecast Surf Conditions for Lajao (Baia dos Golfinhos) this week:
The most powerful waves expected at Lajao (Baia dos Golfinhos) in the next 16 days are 1.7m 7s and forecast to arrive on Tuesday (Aug 25) at 9PM. Winds are predicted to be cross-offshore at the time the swell arrives. The largest open ocean swell (not directed at the beach) is 0.3m 12s period and expected on Sunday (Aug 30) at 12PM.
| Wave Type | Time (-03) & Date | Wave Height & Period |
|---|---|---|
| Next good surf (1 star+) | - | - |
| Best Surf | - | - |
| Most Powerful | 9PM (Tue 25th Aug) | 5.5ft (1.7m) 7s |
Table - best surf conditions forecast for Lajao (Baia dos Golfinhos) over the next 16 days.
The Lowdown
Alright folks, Rusty here. Let’s have a look at what’s cookin’ for the next couple of weeks.
To be honest, it’s a tough stretch ahead. The whole 16-day window is a bit of a flat spell with very little to get excited about. We’re looking at a long gap of poor surf right through until the end of the run. The water temp is sitting at a warm 81°, which is about average for this time of year – nothing unusual there.
The only spot on the cards is Lajao (Baia dos Golfinhos), a beginner-friendly reef break that’s very consistent. The problem is the swell. We’ve got a persistent, short-period easterly swell hanging around, mostly between 3ft and 5ft, but with periods of only 6 to 8 seconds. That’s barely enough to push a ripple. The wind is a real killer too – it’s either a cross-off or a cross-shore breeze, and it’s almost always moderate to fresh, blowing at 9 to 19 mph. That keeps the surface messy and bumpy. The combined swell energy is mostly in the moderate range, between 96 and 495 (on the 2nd of September morning), but it’s still not enough to overcome the wind and poor period.
For the first few days, from Monday the 24th through Wednesday the 26th, the surf is flat and poor. Thursday the 27th and Friday the 28th look equally grim with a moderate cross-chop. The whole first week is a washout. The second week, from the 1st of September onwards, is more of the same: a constant easterly wind, short-period swell, and a cross-shore chop. The water temp anomaly is normal, so you can’t blame that.
There is a tiny flicker of hope on the 3rd of September (Thursday morning) and the 4th of September (Friday afternoon) where the conditions are flagged as “marginal,” with a score of 1/10. That’s about as good as it gets, and it’s not saying much. The swell is still tiny (4ft to 4ft) and short-period (8 seconds), but the wind is a lighter cross-off on the 3rd morning and a gentle cross-shore on the 4th afternoon, which *might* make it surfable for a longboard or a beginner. Don’t get your hopes up.
For the geeks out there, the combined energy on the morning of the 2nd of September hits 495 (moderate), but it’s still a poor, short-period wave with a cross-shore wind. It’s a classic case of lookin’ good on paper but terrible in the water.
The Bottom Line: There’s no standout session. The best you can hope for is a slim chance of a rideable knee-high wave on the 3rd or 4th of September morning/afternoon. If you’re desperate, bring a log and maybe a kite. The setup here is more interesting for kite surfing than paddle surfing for the entire duration.
Stay patient, and don’t sell the board just yet – it tends not to stay this poor for long.
Rusty.
Short Range ForecastLight rain (total 3mm), mostly falling on Mon afternoon. Warm (max 26°C on Mon afternoon, min 23°C on Tue night). Mainly fresh winds. | Days 5-7 Weather SummaryLight rain (total 6mm), mostly falling on Fri morning. Warm (max 26°C on Thu afternoon, min 24°C on Thu night). Wind will be generally light. | |||||||||||||||||||
Mon 24 | Tuesday 25 | Wednesday 26 | Thursday 27 | Friday 28 | Saturday 29 | Sunday 30 | ||||||||||||||
PM | Night | AM | PM | Night | AM | PM | Night | AM | PM | Night | AM | PM | Night | AM | PM | Night | AM | PM | Night | |
Swell Height Map | ||||||||||||||||||||
Wave Height (m) Direction Period (s) | ESE 7 | E 8 | E 8 | ESE 7 | ESE 7 | ESE 8 | ESE 8 | ESE 8 | E 8 | E 8 | E 8 | E 8 | E 7 | E 7 | E 7 | E 7 | ESE 7 | E 7 | E 7 | ESE 7 |
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245 | 253 | 221 | 259 | 297 | 226 | 169 | 231 | 185 | 185 | 160 | 212 | 205 | 236 | 223 | 195 | 286 | 187 | 203 | 220 | |
Wind (km/h) | ||||||||||||||||||||
Wind State on-shore cross-onshore cross-shore cross-offshore off-shore glassy | cross-off | cross-off | cross-off | cross-off | cross-off | cross-off | cross-off | cross-off | cross | cross | cross | cross | cross | cross | cross | cross | cross | cross | cross-off | cross |
High Tide | 2:20AM1.92m | 2:47PM1.87m | 2:55AM2.07m | 3:19PM2.00m | 3:27AM2.20m | 3:50PM2.11m | 3:59AM2.30m | 4:21PM2.19m | 4:31AM2.35m | 4:52PM2.22m | 5:05AM2.34m | 5:25PM2.22m | ||||||||
Low Tide | 8:08PM0.56m | 8:36AM0.37m | 8:44PM0.43m | 9:10AM0.26m | 9:17PM0.33m | 9:42AM0.17m | 9:49PM0.24m | 10:14AM0.11m | 10:21PM0.19m | 10:45AM0.09m | 10:54PM0.17m | 11:17AM0.11m | 11:29PM0.18m | |||||||
— | — | 5:22 | — | — | 5:22 | — | — | 5:22 | — | — | 5:22 | — | — | 5:22 | — | — | 5:20 | — | — | |
5:21 | — | — | 5:21 | — | — | 5:20 | — | — | 5:20 | — | — | 5:20 | — | — | 5:20 | — | — | 5:20 | — | |
mm | 1 | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | 2 | — | — | 2 | — | — | 2 | — | 1 | 1 | 2 | 1 |
Temp °C | 26 | 25 | 26 | 26 | 24 | 26 | 26 | 25 | 26 | 26 | 25 | 26 | 26 | 25 | 25 | 26 | 25 | 26 | 26 | 25 |
Feels °C | 24 | 25 | 23 | 23 | 23 | 26 | 26 | 26 | 26 | 26 | 25 | 26 | 26 | 25 | 24 | 26 | 25 | 26 | 26 | 25 |
Swell 1 Height (m) Direction Period (s) | NNE 9 | NNE 9 | NNE 10 | NNE 10 | ESE 7 | E 8 | NE 9 | E 8 | NE 15 | NE 15 | NE 14 | NE 13 | NE 13 | NE 12 | NE 12 | NE 11 | E 7 | NE 11 | NE 10 | NE 10 |
7 | 8 | 9 | 9 | 164 | 138 | 13 | 138 | 57 | 54 | 95 | 87 | 83 | 37 | 36 | 33 | 176 | 29 | 26 | 24 | |
Swell 2 Height (m) Direction Period (s) | N 11 | — | — | S 15 | NNE 10 | NNE 9 | NE 18 | NE 9 | NE 9 | NE 8 | NE 8 | NNE 8 | NNE 8 | NNE 8 | NE 8 | SE 14 | NE 11 | S 14 | S 12 | S 12 |
2 | — | — | 5 | 9 | 8 | 12 | 20 | 19 | 11 | 11 | 6 | 6 | 6 | 2 | 8 | 29 | 4 | 27 | 11 | |
Swell 3 Height (m) Direction Period (s) | — | — | — | — | S 18 | N 18 | S 16 | NNE 16 | S 17 | SE 18 | SE 17 | SE 16 | SE 16 | SE 16 | SE 15 | N 7 | — | — | — | N 13 |
— | — | — | — | 6 | 6 | 5 | 25 | 5 | 12 | 11 | 10 | 10 | 10 | 8 | 1 | — | — | — | 3 | |
Wind waves Height (m) Direction Period (s) | ESE 7 | E 8 | E 8 | ESE 7 | ESE 7 | ESE 8 | ESE 8 | ESE 8 | E 8 | E 8 | E 8 | E 8 | E 7 | E 7 | E 7 | E 7 | ESE 7 | E 7 | E 7 | ESE 7 |
245 | 253 | 221 | 259 | 297 | 226 | 169 | 231 | 185 | 185 | 160 | 212 | 205 | 236 | 223 | 195 | 286 | 187 | 203 | 220 | |
Nearest Offshore or Glassy | ||||||||||||||||||||
Distance (km) | 1578 | 1031 | 1578 | 1578 | 832 | 832 | 1600 | 1031 | 832 | 1578 | 1031 | 1578 | 1600 | 1600 | 843 | 2033 | 2027 | 2023 | 2184 | 2021 |
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Information about the Lajao (Baia dos Golfinhos) Surf forecast
The above surf forecast table for Lajao (Baia dos Golfinhos) provides essential information for determining whether the surfing conditions will be good over the next 16 days. A general guide to surfing at Lajao (Baia dos Golfinhos) can be found by selecting the local surf guide option on the grey menu. Our Lajao (Baia dos Golfinhos) 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 (Lajao (Baia dos Golfinhos)) 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 Lajao (Baia dos Golfinhos) 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.
Lajao is 17 km (11 miles) from Canguaretama. If you plan a holiday in Rio Grande Do Norte, look for hotels and other accommodation in Canguaretama. Canguaretama has rooms for a wide range of budgets as well as car hire and transport links.











