Lajao (Baia dos Golfinhos) Surf Break

Lat Long: 6.22° S 35.06° W

Lajao (Baia dos Golfinhos) Surf Forecast and Surf Report

Issued: 8 am 03 Aug 2026 (local time)

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Today's Lajao (Baia dos Golfinhos) sea temperature is
27.1° C
0.6° 

Lajao (Baia dos Golfinhos) surf forecast is for near shore open water. Breaking waves will often be smaller at less exposed spots.


Lajao (Baia dos Golfinhos) surf forecast from 3 Aug 2026:

  • Best quality surf: Tuesday 4 Aug, 6AM (local time) - 5.5ft (1.7m), 8s period, ESE swell with cross-offshore winds.
  • Most powerful swell: Tuesday 4 Aug, 6PM (local time) - 5.5ft (1.7m), 8s period, ESE swell with 383 kJ wave energy.
  • Next surfable swell (1★+): Monday 3 Aug, 6PM (local time) - 4.5ft (1.3m), 7s 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 Monday (Aug 03) at 6PM. The primary swell is predicted to be 1.3m and 7s period with a secondary swell of 1.0m and 7s. Another secondary swell of 0.2m and 10s 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 1.7m 8s and forecast to arrive on Tuesday (Aug 04) at 6PM. 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 11s period and expected on Wednesday (Aug 05) at 9PM.

Wave TypeTime (-03) & Date Wave Height & Period
Next good surf (1 star+) 6PM (Mon 3rd Aug)4.5ft (1.3m) 7s
Best Surf 6AM (Tue 4th Aug)5.5ft (1.7m) 8s
Most Powerful 6PM (Tue 4th Aug)5.5ft (1.7m) 8s

Table - best surf conditions forecast for Lajao (Baia dos Golfinhos) over the next 16 days.


The Lowdown

Alright, Rusty here. Let's have a look at what's on the cards for the next couple of weeks.

Honestly, I'm looking at this forecast and it's a bit of a tough one. We've got a long stretch ahead with only a few fleeting moments that might be worth a paddle. The overall pattern is pretty flat and uninspiring for most of the period, with a lot of small, weak swell and persistent cross or cross-off winds that are just making a mess of things.

The water is sitting at about 81°F, which is pretty much bang on average for this time of year, so at least you won't be needing a steamer.

Let's start with the first chance we get. On Monday, the 3rd of August, we see a tiny bit of swell, but it's only 3ft from the east with a short, weak period of 7 seconds and the combined energy is a measly 97. That's weak, really weak. The wind is a cross-off from the SSE, which is fine, but there's just no power in the water. The report says "poor surf conditions" and I have to agree. It's not worth getting excited about.

This quiet, marginal pattern drags on for days. We see a little bump in energy on the 4th with 5ft of east swell, but the period is still short at 8 seconds and the wind is cross-shore, chopping it all up. The combined energy climbs to 250, which is moderate, but the cross-wind just kills the quality. It's the same story for the 5th, 6th, 7th, 8th, and 9th. We're stuck in a rut of small, short-period swell and onshore or cross-shore winds. For a full week, it's just not worth it.

Then, on the 10th of August, things start to look a little more interesting. The swell picks up to 5ft from the ESE with an 8-second period, and the combined energy jumps to 379. That's moderate, but it's got a bit more push. The wind is cross-off from the SE, which keeps the surface clean. The forecast still calls it "marginal," but it's the best we've seen in a week. The 11th of August is a similar story – 5ft of ESE swell, 8-second period, combined energy of 418, and clean conditions. This is the window. It's not epic, but it's the most promising couple of days in the entire outlook.

The standout in this whole run is the morning of Tuesday, the 11th of August. That's where we have the biggest swell, the highest energy, and the cleanest conditions. The swell is 5ft from the ESE, with a period of 8 seconds. For Lajao, the optimum swell direction is from the NE, so the ESE is a bit of a cross-swell, but with the wind being cross-off, the waves should still be rideable and clean. The energy is moderate (418), so there will be a few runners. Keep in mind that Lajao is a reef break, so it's one for the beginners, but with the swell under 5ft, it's a good size for learning. The break is very consistent and crowds are only sometimes, so you might get a few waves to yourself.

After that brief highlight, the energy drops off again. The 12th, 13th, and 14th have some swell, but it's small and inconsistent, and the wind is still cross-off. The last few days of the forecast, from the 15th to the 18th, see the swell drop right off, with heights under 3ft and combined energy falling back below 200. The wind actually picks up a bit, with a fresh breeze showing on the 13th, 16th, and 18th, making it feel even more bleak.

So, to sum it up: we've got a long, flat period from the start right through to the 9th of August. Then a brief, two-day window on the 10th and 11th where the surf is clean and has some energy. The 11th is the pick of the bunch. After that, it's back to small, weak conditions. It's not a classic run, but if you're keen, set your alarm for the morning of the 11th.

Rusty.

Short Range Forecast

Heavy rain (total 21mm), heaviest during Tue morning. Warm (max 26°C on Mon afternoon, min 24°C on Mon morning). Wind will be generally light.

Days 4-6 Weather Summary

Light rain (total 5mm), mostly falling on Fri night. Warm (max 26°C on Thu morning, min 25°C on Thu afternoon). Wind will be generally light.

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Metric surfscale
Energy kJ
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109
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372
201
168
186
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146
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138
107
103
196
Wind (km/h)
20
SSE
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High Tide
7:10PM1.99m
7:28AM2.02m
7:56PM1.91m
8:20AM1.89m
8:52PM1.82m
9:26AM1.77m
10:03PM1.76m
10:50AM1.70m
11:26PM1.78m
12:18PM1.75m
00:44AM1.90m
1:31PM1.88m
1:49AM2.08m
Low Tide
12:59PM0.32m
1:14AM0.43m
1:42PM0.42m
2:04AM0.50m
2:34PM0.53m
3:08AM0.57m
3:44PM0.62m
4:31AM0.59m
5:09PM0.65m
6:00AM0.51m
6:30PM0.58m
7:14AM0.36m
7:36PM0.45m
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Temp °C
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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).

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