Surf Forecasts:
Lajao (Baia dos Golfinhos) surf forecast from 8 Sep 2026:
- Best quality surf: Friday 11 Sep, 3AM (local time) - 5.5ft (1.7m), 8s period, ESE swell with cross-offshore winds.
- Most powerful swell: Friday 11 Sep, 12AM (local time) - 6ft (1.8m), 8s period, ESE swell with 353 kJ wave energy.
- Next surfable swell (1★+): Friday 11 Sep, 3AM (local time) - 5.5ft (1.7m), 8s period with ESE swell.
Best Forecast Surf Conditions for Lajao (Baia dos Golfinhos) this week:
The surf forecast for Lajao (Baia dos Golfinhos) over the next 16 days: The first swell (rated 1 star or higher) is forecast to arrive on Friday (Sep 11) at 3AM. The primary swell is predicted to be 1.7m and 8s period with a secondary swell of 1.3m and 8s. Another secondary swell of 0.3m and 12s is also forecast. The wind is predicted to be cross-offshore as the swell arrives.
The most powerful waves expected at Lajao (Baia dos Golfinhos) in the next 16 days are 1.8m 8s and forecast to arrive on Friday (Sep 11) 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 0.2m 15s period and expected on Sunday (Sep 13) at 6AM.
| Wave Type | Time (-03) & Date | Wave Height & Period |
|---|---|---|
| Next good surf (1 star+) | 3AM (Fri 11th Sep) | 5.5ft (1.7m) 8s |
| Best Surf | 3AM (Fri 11th Sep) | 5.5ft (1.7m) 8s |
| Most Powerful | 12AM (Fri 11th Sep) | 6ft (1.8m) 8s |
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.
Right off the bat, I’ll be straight with you – this forecast is a bit of a tough one. The first recommendation isn’t until the 19th of September, so we’ve got a solid 11-day gap from the start of the period where there’s just nothing worth getting wet for. The wind is a constant problem, mostly cross or cross-off, and the swell is a short-period, weak affair. The combined swell energy is mostly in the low to mid 100s (98 to 330), which is weak to moderate, but it’s just not linking up with the right conditions. The water temp is about 81°, which is pretty normal for this time of year.
The only stretch that even gets a marginal nod is the 19th of September, Saturday afternoon. Let’s call it a small window of opportunity. The swell is coming from the ESE at 4 ft, with a period of 7 seconds. The wind is SE at 16 mph, which is cross-off, and the wave state is clean. The energy is sitting at 201 (moderate), so there’s something there. It’s not a standout, but it’s the best we’ve got.
The 23rd of September, Wednesday, also shows a marginal call in the morning. Swell is from the E at 4 ft, 7 seconds, with SE wind at 16 mph, cross-off, and clean. The energy is 229 (moderate). Again, it’s not pumping, but it’s the only other time the score isn’t a flat zero.
For this spot, Lajao is a reef break that’s very consistent and beginner-friendly, but it’s exposed to the swell. The optimum swell direction is from the NE, and we’re getting nothing but E and ESE – that’s not helping the shape at all. Crowds are a possibility here, as they are “sometimes” around.
Honestly, if you’re a paddle surfer, this is a frustrating outlook. The wind is just too strong and cross-shore for most of it to polish up, and the swell direction is off. That said, the 19th and 23rd are your only real shots, and they are marginal. For a kite surfer, the consistent cross and cross-off winds and the clean, moderate energy might actually look interesting, but for a stick, it’s a waiting game.
Stay patient, keep an eye on the charts, and don’t force it. The forecasts can always change.
Rusty.
Short Range ForecastModerate rain (total 12mm), heaviest on Thu night. Warm (max 27°C on Tue morning, min 23°C on Thu night). Mainly fresh winds. | Days 4-6 Weather SummaryLight rain (total 2mm), mostly falling on Fri morning. Warm (max 27°C on Sat morning, min 24°C on Sat night). Wind will be generally light. | ||||||||||||||||||||
Tuesday 8 | Wednesday 9 | Thursday 10 | Friday 11 | Saturday 12 | Sunday 13 | Monday 14 | |||||||||||||||
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Wave Height (m) Direction Period (s) | ESE 6 | ESE 6 | SE 7 | E 7 | E 7 | ESE 7 | E 7 | ESE 8 | ESE 8 | E 7 | E 7 | E 8 | E 8 | E 7 | ESE 8 | E 8 | E 8 | E 7 | E 7 | ESE 5 | E 6 |
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 kJ | 84 | 122 | 220 | 150 | 150 | 244 | 166 | 234 | 353 | 212 | 246 | 160 | 187 | 183 | 303 | 160 | 164 | 134 | 131 | 88 | 91 |
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Wind State on-shore cross-onshore cross-shore cross-offshore off-shore glassy | cross-off | cross-off | cross-off | cross | cross-off | cross-off | cross | cross-off | cross-off | cross | cross | cross | cross | cross | cross-off | cross | cross-off | cross-off | cross-off | cross-off | cross-off |
High Tide | 2:19PM2.06m | 2:30AM2.29m | 3:01PM2.20m | 3:13AM2.41m | 3:40PM2.29m | 3:53AM2.47m | 4:16PM2.32m | 4:30AM2.44m | 4:51PM2.30m | 5:06AM2.35m | 5:24PM2.23m | 5:41AM2.20m | 5:57PM2.11m | ||||||||
Low Tide | 8:19PM0.30m | 8:50AM0.06m | 9:01PM0.18m | 9:30AM-0.01m | 9:40PM0.09m | 10:06AM-0.02m | 10:17PM0.07m | 10:41AM0.02m | 10:53PM0.09m | 11:14AM0.11m | 11:29PM0.16m | 11:47AM0.24m | 00:04AM0.27m | ||||||||
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 | 5:16 | — | — | 5:16 | — | — | 5:16 | — | — | 5:15 | — | — | 5:15 | — | — | 5:13 | — | — | 5:13 | — | — |
 | — | 5:17 | — | — | 5:17 | — | — | 5:17 | — | — | 5:17 | — | — | 5:17 | — | — | 5:16 | — | — | 5:16 | — |
mm | — | — | 1 | 1 | — | 2 | 1 | — | 7 | 1 | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | 1 | — | — | — |
Temp °C | 27 | 26 | 25 | 27 | 26 | 25 | 27 | 26 | 24 | 26 | 25 | 25 | 27 | 26 | 25 | 26 | 26 | 25 | 26 | 26 | 25 |
Feels °C | 25 | 24 | 25 | 26 | 25 | 25 | 26 | 25 | 24 | 25 | 24 | 25 | 26 | 26 | 25 | 25 | 24 | 25 | 24 | 24 | 24 |
Swell 1 Height (m) Direction Period (s) | NE 9 | NNE 9 | ESE 7 | NNE 8 | NNE 8 | E 7 | ESE 11 | NNE 13 | E 7 | NNE 12 | NE 11 | NE 11 | NE 10 | NE 10 | E 7 | NNE 9 | NNE 9 | SE 8 | SE 10 | NNE 10 | SE 8 |
| kJ | 12 | 8 | 135 | 7 | 6 | 135 | 13 | 16 | 215 | 13 | 31 | 29 | 27 | 25 | 126 | 8 | 8 | 11 | 15 | 9 | 18 |
Swell 2 Height (m) Direction Period (s) | S 10 | S 10 | NNE 8 | SE 13 | SE 13 | ESE 12 | ESE 14 | NE 9 | ESE 12 | ESE 12 | N 11 | ESE 12 | ESE 11 | ESE 11 | SE 9 | N 13 | N 13 | NNE 9 | NNE 10 | N 12 | NNE 9 |
| kJ | 2 | 2 | 7 | 7 | 7 | 15 | 18 | 3 | 26 | 15 | 39 | 26 | 12 | 12 | 19 | 3 | 3 | 8 | 9 | 3 | 8 |
Swell 3 Height (m) Direction Period (s) | N 9 | N 9 | E 15 | — | N 16 | NE 8 | NNE 14 | N 7 | NNE 12 | NNE 8 | NNE 8 | S 11 | NNE 10 | S 17 | NE 10 | N 9 | N 9 | S 13 | NE 12 | S 12 | N 15 |
| kJ | 2 | 2 | 4 | — | 5 | 3 | 19 | 1 | 14 | 7 | 14 | 9 | 22 | 5 | 24 | 7 | 2 | 3 | 6 | 3 | 4 |
Wind waves Height (m) Direction Period (s) | ESE 6 | ESE 6 | SE 7 | E 7 | E 7 | ESE 7 | E 7 | ESE 8 | ESE 8 | E 7 | E 7 | E 8 | E 8 | E 7 | ESE 8 | E 8 | E 8 | E 7 | E 7 | ESE 5 | E 6 |
| kJ | 84 | 122 | 220 | 150 | 150 | 244 | 166 | 234 | 353 | 212 | 246 | 160 | 187 | 183 | 303 | 160 | 164 | 134 | 131 | 88 | 91 |
Nearest Offshore or Glassy | |||||||||||||||||||||
Distance (km) | 1000 | 1578 | 1578 | 1578 | 1578 | 1578 | 1578 | 1600 | 1600 | 832 | 1600 | 1684 | 826 | 1578 | 122 | 1666 | 2033 | 2254 | 1048 | 1600 | 992 |
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