Surf Forecasts:
Lajao (Baia dos Golfinhos) surf forecast from 22 Aug 2026:
- Most powerful swell: Tuesday 25 Aug, 12AM (local time) - 6ft (1.8m), 7s period, ESE swell with 352 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 1.8m 7s and forecast to arrive on Tuesday (Aug 25) at 12AM. Winds are predicted to be cross-offshore at the time the swell arrives. The largest open ocean swell (not directed at the beach) is 0.1m 11s period and expected on Saturday (Aug 22) at 9PM.
| Wave Type | Time (-03) & Date | Wave Height & Period |
|---|---|---|
| Next good surf (1 star+) | - | - |
| Best Surf | - | - |
| Most Powerful | 12AM (Tue 25th Aug) | 6ft (1.8m) 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 on offer for Lajao (Baia dos Golfinhos) over the next couple of weeks.
To be straight up with you, the outlook is a long, flat spell with nothing to get excited about. The first solid recommendation doesn’t come until Wednesday the 26th of August, and even then it’s only a marginal call. Before that, from Saturday the 22nd right through to Tuesday the 25th, we’ve got a mix of weak swell and persistent cross-off winds that’s just not doing the job. The swell is mostly around 3ft to 5ft, but the period is short – between 6 and 7 seconds – so there’s no real push. The combined wave energy is low to moderate, with readings between 78 and 260, but the quality is marked as “poor” every time. It’s a frustrating start to the forecast.
The first glimmer of anything surfable shows up on Wednesday morning the 26th. Swell height hits 5ft from the ESE, with a 7-second period, and the combined energy jumps to 438 (moderate wave energy). It’s a cross-off wind from the SE at 16 mph, which keeps the surface clean, but the conditions are still only rated as “marginal” due to questionable tide. The water temperature is 80° with an anomaly of plus 1°, so it’s about average for this time of year. The swell direction is ESE, which is not the optimum NE that Lajao really wants, so the waves will be a bit awkward. For a beginner-friendly reef break, this might be a bit too much push, especially with the short period making it dumpy. Still, it’s the best we’ve got in the first week.
The rest of the run is a tough slog. From Thursday the 27th right through to Saturday the 6th of September, we’re stuck in a pattern of 4ft to 5ft swell from the east, with short 6 to 8-second periods. The winds stay cross or cross-off from the SE or ESE, 12 to 19 mph, keeping the surface clean but never offering that glassy offshore we’d dream of. The combined energy stays between 152 and 266, which is weak to moderate. Every single session is marked as “poor surf conditions” or “marginal” at best. There’s no standout day, no punchy groundswell, and no window of lighter winds.
If you’re a kite surfer, those strong cross-shore breezes and the fairly consistent 4ft to 5ft chop might look interesting, but for a paddle surfer, it’s a long wait. The setup is a beach-and-reef situation, so when the wind is on it, it’s not going to be clean for surfing.
For a break that’s “very consistent” and usually a beginner’s haven, this is a quiet spell. Forecasts can change, so don’t write it off completely, but as it stands, you’re not missing much.
Rusty.
Short Range ForecastSome drizzle, heaviest during Mon night. Warm (max 27°C on Sun morning, min 24°C on Mon night). Mainly fresh winds. | Days 4-6 Weather SummarySome drizzle, heaviest during Tue morning. Warm (max 27°C on Thu morning, min 24°C on Tue night). Mainly fresh winds. | ||||||||||||||||||||
Saturday 22 | Sunday 23 | Monday 24 | Tuesday 25 | Wednesday 26 | Thursday 27 | Friday 28 | |||||||||||||||
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Wave Height (m) Direction Period (s) | E 7 | ESE 7 | ESE 7 | E 6 | E 6 | E 7 | E 7 | E 7 | ESE 7 | ESE 7 | ESE 7 | ESE 7 | ESE 7 | ESE 7 | ESE 8 | E 8 | E 8 | ESE 8 | E 6 | E 7 | E 7 |
Wave Graph | |||||||||||||||||||||
83 | 82 | 79 | 66 | 94 | 157 | 233 | 251 | 352 | 208 | 214 | 294 | 268 | 191 | 220 | 146 | 177 | 232 | 130 | 162 | 162 | |
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-off | cross-off | cross-off | cross-off | cross-off | cross-off | cross-off | cross-off | cross-off | cross-off | cross | cross | cross |
High Tide | 12:29PM1.47m | 00:46AM1.61m | 1:30PM1.59m | 1:40AM1.76m | 2:12PM1.73m | 2:20AM1.92m | 2:47PM1.87m | 2:55AM2.07m | 3:19PM2.00m | 3:27AM2.20m | 3:50PM2.11m | 3:59AM2.30m | 4:21PM2.19m | ||||||||
Low Tide | 6:29PM0.80m | 7:12AM0.63m | 7:26PM0.69m | 7:58AM0.50m | 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 | ||||||||
5:24 | — | — | 5:24 | — | — | 5:24 | — | — | 5:22 | — | — | 5:22 | — | — | 5:22 | — | — | 5:22 | — | — | |
— | 5:21 | — | — | 5:21 | — | — | 5:21 | — | — | 5:21 | — | — | 5:20 | — | — | 5:20 | — | — | 5:20 | — | |
mm | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | 1 | 1 | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — |
Temp °C | 26 | 26 | 25 | 27 | 27 | 25 | 26 | 26 | 25 | 26 | 26 | 25 | 26 | 26 | 25 | 27 | 26 | 25 | 26 | 26 | 25 |
Feels °C | 27 | 26 | 26 | 26 | 27 | 25 | 24 | 24 | 24 | 24 | 25 | 25 | 25 | 24 | 25 | 26 | 25 | 25 | 25 | 26 | 25 |
Swell 1 Height (m) Direction Period (s) | E 7 | NE 8 | NE 8 | NNE 8 | NNE 8 | NNE 8 | NNE 8 | NNE 9 | ESE 7 | NNE 10 | NE 10 | E 7 | E 7 | NNE 9 | E 8 | NE 15 | NE 15 | E 8 | NE 13 | NE 13 | NE 12 |
83 | 3 | 3 | 6 | 7 | 7 | 7 | 7 | 220 | 9 | 4 | 203 | 156 | 8 | 135 | 57 | 54 | 149 | 87 | 83 | 52 | |
Swell 2 Height (m) Direction Period (s) | NE 8 | N 8 | S 11 | N 11 | N 11 | N 10 | N 11 | N 11 | NE 9 | — | S 15 | NNE 10 | NNE 9 | NE 18 | NE 9 | NE 9 | NE 8 | NE 14 | NNE 8 | NNE 8 | NNE 8 |
3 | 6 | 2 | 3 | 2 | 2 | 2 | 2 | 3 | — | 5 | 9 | 8 | 12 | 12 | 12 | 11 | 95 | 6 | 6 | 6 | |
Swell 3 Height (m) Direction Period (s) | N 9 | N 9 | — | N 12 | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | N 18 | S 16 | NNE 16 | SE 19 | SE 18 | NNE 8 | SE 16 | SE 16 | SE 15 |
6 | 6 | — | 3 | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | 6 | 5 | 25 | 14 | 12 | 7 | 10 | 10 | 9 | |
Wind waves Height (m) Direction Period (s) | SE 7 | ESE 7 | ESE 7 | E 6 | E 6 | E 7 | E 7 | E 7 | ESE 7 | ESE 7 | ESE 7 | ESE 7 | ESE 7 | ESE 7 | ESE 8 | E 8 | E 8 | ESE 8 | E 6 | E 7 | E 7 |
77 | 82 | 79 | 66 | 94 | 157 | 233 | 251 | 352 | 208 | 214 | 294 | 268 | 191 | 220 | 146 | 177 | 232 | 130 | 162 | 162 | |
Nearest Offshore or Glassy | |||||||||||||||||||||
Distance (km) | 392 | 2261 | 1666 | 992 | 1600 | 992 | 992 | 1578 | 992 | 1578 | 1578 | 1031 | 843 | 1578 | 86 | 1600 | 1578 | 1600 | 832 | 1600 | 2023 |
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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.











