Matanzas Surf Forecast and Surf Report

Alright, mate, Rusty here. Let’s have a look at what’s shaping up for us over the next couple of weeks.

The opening stretch is a bit of a mixed bag, with some solid swell energy but the wind is often playing against us, leaving the surf a bit on the rough side. We’ve got a window of opportunity mid-week that starts to look really promising, and the second week is holding some good potential, though we’ll have to keep an eye on the details.

First up, we’re looking at Matanzas (Santa Catarina, Brazil). The reef is a very consistent setup, exposed to SW swell, which is exactly what’s coming. Sunday the 9th kicks off with a chunky 8ft SW swell (13s period) and a hefty 3074 units of energy, but a cross-shore wind leaves it with a slight chop. It’s surfable if you’re keen, but it’s not the cleanest. The afternoon sees the swell bump up to 8ft, but the wind picks up to 16 mph, making it even messier. Monday the 10th drops a bit in size, with 7ft and 6ft swells, but the wind stays cross or cross-onshore, keeping the surface fairly choppy. Tuesday the 11th continues this trend with smaller, weaker swell.

The real standout starts to emerge on Thursday the 13th. Early morning, we get glassy conditions with a 4ft WSW groundswell at a very long 16s period. The energy is moderate at 677 units, but with no wind, the waves will be clean and well-shaped. This is a good one for intermediate surfers – the long period means the waves will have plenty of punch and nice lines, though the sets will be more spaced out, making the paddle out easier. It’s the best call of the early week.

Saturday the 15th morning is another highlight. We’ve got a 7ft WNW swell (11s period) with 1217 units of energy and glassy conditions again. This is a bigger swell, so it’s one for the experienced lot. The waves will be powerful and clean, perfect for a good session. The afternoon gets a bit of a cross-onshore breeze, so stick to the morning.

Moving into the second week, Monday the 17th morning offers a nice 4ft WSW swell (13s) with offshore winds, giving clean surf. It’s a smaller day, but nice and tidy. Tuesday the 18th morning is a cracker – 5ft WSW swell (14s) with a cross-offshore wind, keeping things clean and the energy moderate at 902 units. This is a solid, fun size for intermediate surfers.

Wednesday the 19th morning is another top pick. We’ve got 5ft WSW swell (14s), 1032 units of energy, and a clean cross-offshore wind. This is excellent for experienced surfers – the waves will have good shape and power. Thursday the 20th morning sees a 6ft WSW swell (12s) with a cross-shore wind, but it’s a bit more marginal.

The final standout is on Friday the 21st morning. Absolutely glassy conditions, with a 5ft SW swell (11s) and 563 units of energy. It’s a calm, clean morning, perfect for a long, relaxing session. The swell is a bit smaller, so it’s a good one for all levels.

Overall, the best of the best is Thursday the 13th morning for that glassy, long-period groundswell, and Saturday the 15th morning for the bigger, powerful swell. Wednesday the 19th and Friday the 21st mornings are also strong contenders. The other days are either small, windy, or have a bit of chop, so pick your windows wisely.

Rusty out.

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