Surf Forecasts:
Lajao (Baia dos Golfinhos) surf forecast from 1 Sep 2026:
- Best quality surf: Friday 4 Sep, 6PM (local time) - 5ft (1.5m), 9s period, ESE swell with cross-offshore winds.
- Most powerful swell: Thursday 3 Sep, 9PM (local time) - 5ft (1.6m), 9s period, ESE swell with 406 kJ wave energy.
- Next surfable swell (1★+): Tuesday 1 Sep, 9PM (local time) - 4.5ft (1.3m), 9s period with E 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 Tuesday (Sep 01) at 9PM. The primary swell is predicted to be 1.3m and 9s period with a secondary swell of 0.2m and 9s. 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 1.6m 9s and forecast to arrive on Thursday (Sep 03) at 9PM. Winds are predicted to be cross-shore at the time the swell arrives. The largest open ocean swell (not directed at the beach) is 0.3m 12s period and expected on Monday (Sep 07) at 9AM.
| Wave Type | Time (-03) & Date | Wave Height & Period |
|---|---|---|
| Next good surf (1 star+) | 9PM (Tue 1st Sep) | 4.5ft (1.3m) 9s |
| Best Surf | 6PM (Fri 4th Sep) | 5ft (1.5m) 9s |
| Most Powerful | 9PM (Thu 3rd Sep) | 5ft (1.6m) 9s |
Table - best surf conditions forecast for Lajao (Baia dos Golfinhos) over the next 16 days.
The Lowdown
Alright folks, Rusty here. Let’s break down the next 16 days for Lajao (Baia dos Golfinhos). This is a beginner-friendly reef setup, and it’s very consistent, but don’t get too excited just yet – the whole window is a bit of a struggle. We’re starting with nothing on the first day, Tuesday the 1st.
The overall pattern is dominated by easterly swells, mostly short-period stuff under 9 seconds, which isn’t going to give us much shape. The wind is a major problem, consistently blowing from the east and southeast, keeping things cross or cross-onshore for most of the run. The water temp is sitting at 81°, which is about average for this time of year, so no surprises there.
The first real chance to paddle out doesn’t come until the morning of Wednesday the 2nd. Swell bumps up to 5 ft from the ESE, with 9-second periods, and while the wind is a cross-offshore, it’s also a moderate breeze at 12 mph. The combined energy is moderate (647). That’s the biggest push we’ll see for a while, but it’s still only a 2/10 day. The rest of that week into the weekend is a write-off – poor conditions, ugly chop, and very weak combined energy readings (mostly under 200). The 4th, 5th, 6th, 7th, and 8th of September are all duds. You’re looking at a solid 5-day gap of nothing worth recommending.
Things get a little cleaner from the 9th onwards, but the swell drops. The morning of the 9th has 4 ft from the ESE with a 6-second period, and clean cross-offshore winds at 16 mph. Still, it’s just not enough juice. The 10th of September brings a bit more size, 5 ft from the ESE, but again, the period is short and the wind is fresh. The combined energy does climb to 275, but it’s still a poor surf call.
The best we’ve got on offer is the morning of Wednesday the 2nd. That 5 ft ESE swell, with the cross-offshore wind, is the only time the conditions line up even slightly. It’s clean and the size is manageable for the beginners who love this reef. Crowds are a possibility here, so expect a few others with the same idea. For everyone else, this is a tough outlook. The whole second week is all cross-offshore winds, but with tiny, weak swell. The 15th and 16th see a brief switch to a 12-second period from the SE, but the swell is a pathetic 1 ft to 2 ft, so it’s just a long-period ripple. Not worth the drive.
This is a lean stretch. The consistent nature of the break means it won’t stay this gloomy forever, but for the next 16 days, you’re better off waiting for the next system.
Rusty.
Short Range ForecastSome drizzle, heaviest during Fri morning. Warm (max 27°C on Tue afternoon, min 24°C on Wed night). Wind will be generally light. | Days 5-7 Weather SummaryLight rain (total 3mm), mostly falling on Sat night. Warm (max 26°C on Fri afternoon, min 25°C on Fri afternoon). Wind will be generally light. | |||||||||||||||||||
Tue 1 | Wednesday 2 | Thursday 3 | Friday 4 | Saturday 5 | Sunday 6 | Monday 7 | ||||||||||||||
PM | Night | AM | PM | Night | AM | PM | Night | AM | PM | Night | AM | PM | Night | AM | PM | Night | AM | PM | Night | |
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Wave Height (m) Direction Period (s) | E 9 | E 9 | ESE 9 | E 9 | E 9 | ESE 9 | E 9 | E 7 | E 7 | E 7 | E 7 | E 7 | E 7 | ESE 9 | E 8 | E 8 | E 8 | E 7 | E 7 | E 6 |
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252 | 220 | 405 | 225 | 219 | 103 | 103 | 88 | 102 | 124 | 102 | 86 | 82 | 203 | 129 | 122 | 110 | 104 | 104 | 95 | |
Wind (km/h) | ||||||||||||||||||||
Wind State on-shore cross-onshore cross-shore cross-offshore off-shore glassy | cross-off | cross-off | cross-off | cross | cross-on | cross-on | cross | cross | cross | cross | cross | cross | cross | cross | cross-on | cross-on | cross-on | cross-on | cross-on | cross-on |
High Tide | 6:40PM2.07m | 7:04AM2.01m | 7:27PM1.94m | 7:59AM1.83m | 8:26PM1.81m | 9:13AM1.68m | 9:47PM1.72m | 10:50AM1.63m | 11:22PM1.76m | 12:22PM1.72m | 00:42AM1.91m | 1:28PM1.89m | 1:42AM2.11m | |||||||
Low Tide | 00:48AM0.32m | 1:11PM0.42m | 1:40AM0.44m | 2:07PM0.58m | 2:51AM0.56m | 3:25PM0.71m | 4:27AM0.60m | 5:05PM0.73m | 6:02AM0.52m | 6:29PM0.62m | 7:12AM0.35m | 7:30PM0.46m | ||||||||
— | — | 5:20 | — | — | 5:18 | — | — | 5:18 | — | — | 5:18 | — | — | 5:18 | — | — | 5:16 | — | — | |
5:20 | — | — | 5:19 | — | — | 5:19 | — | — | 5:19 | — | — | 5:19 | — | — | 5:19 | — | — | 5:19 | — | |
mm | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | 1 | — | — | — | — | 2 | 1 | — | — | — | — | — |
Temp °C | 27 | 25 | 27 | 27 | 25 | 27 | 27 | 27 | 27 | 26 | 25 | 26 | 26 | 25 | 26 | 26 | 25 | 26 | 26 | 25 |
Feels °C | 28 | 27 | 26 | 27 | 27 | 27 | 27 | 28 | 27 | 26 | 26 | 26 | 26 | 27 | 27 | 27 | 27 | 26 | 27 | 27 |
Swell 1 Height (m) Direction Period (s) | E 9 | E 9 | E 9 | NNE 9 | NNE 11 | ESE 9 | E 9 | ESE 9 | E 9 | E 9 | E 9 | E 9 | ESE 9 | E 7 | NNE 8 | NNE 8 | NNE 8 | NE 9 | NE 9 | NE 8 |
252 | 220 | 220 | 7 | 13 | 103 | 103 | 88 | 61 | 43 | 43 | 43 | 28 | 56 | 13 | 7 | 6 | 12 | 12 | 11 | |
Swell 2 Height (m) Direction Period (s) | NNE 9 | NNE 9 | NNE 9 | NNE 12 | NNE 9 | NNE 9 | NNE 11 | NE 10 | NE 10 | NNE 9 | NNE 9 | NNE 9 | NNE 9 | E 9 | S 15 | S 14 | NE 10 | S 12 | NNE 10 | S 11 |
8 | 8 | 7 | 15 | 7 | 8 | 11 | 24 | 23 | 17 | 8 | 8 | 16 | 40 | 4 | 4 | 4 | 25 | 18 | 9 | |
Swell 3 Height (m) Direction Period (s) | N 13 | NE 13 | NNE 12 | N 12 | S 9 | NNE 11 | NNE 8 | — | — | — | — | N 11 | S 14 | NNE 8 | N 10 | N 10 | NE 10 | NE 9 | S 11 | N 9 |
3 | 6 | 15 | 26 | 2 | 12 | 6 | — | — | — | — | 2 | 4 | 14 | 2 | 2 | 4 | 3 | 10 | 2 | |
Wind waves Height (m) Direction Period (s) | — | — | ESE 9 | E 9 | E 9 | E 6 | E 6 | E 7 | E 7 | E 7 | E 7 | E 7 | E 7 | ESE 9 | E 8 | E 8 | E 8 | E 7 | E 7 | E 6 |
— | — | 405 | 225 | 219 | 67 | 74 | 85 | 102 | 124 | 102 | 86 | 82 | 203 | 129 | 122 | 110 | 104 | 104 | 95 | |
Nearest Offshore or Glassy | ||||||||||||||||||||
Distance (km) | 1980 | 0 | 843 | 2002 | 1666 | 1641 | 1578 | 1015 | 832 | 1600 | 86 | 832 | 1600 | 17 | 832 | 1653 | 1015 | 832 | 1980 | 1048 |
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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.
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