Surf Forecasts:
Mindelo surf forecast from 19 Jul 2026:
- Best quality surf: Wednesday 22 Jul, 7AM (local time) - 1.5ft (0.4m), 10s period, WNW swell with glassy winds.
- Most powerful swell: Sunday 26 Jul, 4PM (local time) - 3.5ft (1.1m), 6s period, NW swell with 108 kJ wave energy.
- Next surfable swell (1★+): Wednesday 22 Jul, 7AM (local time) - 1.5ft (0.4m), 10s period with WNW swell.
Best Forecast Surf Conditions for Mindelo this week:
The surf forecast for Mindelo over the next 16 days: The first swell (rated 1 star or higher) is forecast to arrive on Wednesday (Jul 22) at 7AM. The primary swell is predicted to be 0.4m and 10s period with a secondary swell of 0.3m and 6s. The wind is predicted to be glassy as the swell arrives.
The most powerful waves expected at Mindelo in the next 16 days are 1.1m 6s and forecast to arrive on Sunday (Jul 26) at 4PM. Winds are predicted to be cross-shore at the time the swell arrives.
| Wave Type | Time (WEST) & Date | Wave Height & Period |
|---|---|---|
| Next good surf (1 star+) | 7AM (Wed 22nd Jul) | 1.5ft (0.4m) 10s |
| Best Surf | 7AM (Wed 22nd Jul) | 1.5ft (0.4m) 10s |
| Most Powerful | 4PM (Sun 26th Jul) | 3.5ft (1.1m) 6s |
Table - best surf conditions forecast for Mindelo over the next 16 days.
The Lowdown
Alright, Rusty here. Let's have a look at what's on the menu for Mindelo over the next couple of weeks.
Right off the bat, I gotta be straight with you: it's a flat spell. The first ten days or so are looking pretty grim for any real paddle surfing. The wave energy is just not there, with combined energy readings barely hitting 25 (weak) to start, and even when it climbs a bit, the quality is shot. We're talking tiny, weak waves blown out by onshore or cross-shore winds. The water temp is sitting at 69°, which is a touch warmer than normal for this time of year, but that's not gonna help the surf.
The first hint of something that might get you out of bed comes on the morning of the 29th of July. The combined energy jumps to 184 (moderate) with a 2ft NW swell and a 10-second period, and the wind is a light offshore from the ESE, keeping things clean. The guidance says Mindelo is exposed to WNW swell, so this NW direction is a bit off, but with clean conditions, you might snag a few. It's still pretty ordinary, but it's the best we've seen in a while.
Then, on the morning of the 30th of July, we get a 3ft NW swell with a 10-second period and a cross-shore wind from the south. The combined energy is a solid 251 (moderate), but the conditions are described as marginal. There's a chance of a few waves, but it's nothing to write home about.
Honestly, the standout, if you can call it that, is the morning of the 2nd of August. We get a clean, offshore wind from the ENE, with a 2ft NW swell. The wave energy is still low at 53 (weak), but with clean faces and a bit of period, it'll be the most user-friendly it gets. It's a Sunday morning, so expect a few others out, but for the tiny waves on offer, the crowd factor is kinda moot.
Overall, these next two weeks are a write-off for any decent surf. The energy is weak, the swells are small, and the wind is rarely your friend. If you're a kite surfer, the afternoon of the 27th of July with a 6ft NW swell and 16 mph cross-shore wind might look appealing, but for a paddle surfer, it's a tough stretch. The forecast can always change, but for now, save your energy.
Rusty.
Short Range ForecastMostly dry. Warm (max 21°C on Mon morning, min 17°C on Sun night). Wind will be generally light. | Days 5-7 Weather SummaryMostly dry. Warm (max 20°C on Wed afternoon, min 17°C on Wed night). Wind will be generally light. | |||||||||||||||||||
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PM | Night | AM | PM | Night | AM | PM | Night | AM | PM | Night | AM | PM | Night | AM | PM | Night | AM | PM | Night | |
Swell Height Map |  |  |  |  |  |  |  | |||||||||||||
Wave Height (m) Direction Period (s) | W 9 | NW 8 | NW 7 | NW 7 | WNW 11 | WNW 10 | W 10 | WNW 10 | WNW 10 | WNW 10 | WNW 9 | WNW 9 | W 9 | WNW 9 | W 8 | W 8 | W 5 | W 5 | W 7 | WNW 7 |
Wave Graph  | ||||||||||||||||||||
 kJ | 14 | 16 | 25 | 19 | 11 | 20 | 31 | 19 | 19 | 18 | 16 | 16 | 14 | 7 | 5 | 5 | 8 | 20 | 70 | 86 |
Wind (km/h) | ||||||||||||||||||||
Wind State on-shore cross-onshore cross-shore cross-offshore off-shore glassy | on | cross | cross | cross-on | cross-off | glassy | on | glassy | glassy | cross-on | cross-off | glassy | cross-on | glassy | cross-on | cross-on | cross | glassy | on | cross |
High Tide | 7:34PM2.81m | 8:03AM2.48m | 8:22PM2.57m | 8:53AM2.34m | 9:16PM2.33m | 9:50AM2.22m | 10:19PM2.16m | 10:57AM2.17m | 11:33PM2.07m | 12:08PM2.19m | 00:44AM2.10m | 1:10PM2.28m | 1:41AM2.19m | |||||||
Low Tide | 1:51AM0.44m | 2:02PM0.61m | 2:37AM0.65m | 2:56PM0.80m | 3:29AM0.84m | 4:00PM0.95m | 4:31AM0.97m | 5:16PM1.02m | 5:42AM1.02m | 6:31PM0.98m | 6:49AM0.98m | 7:32PM0.88m | ||||||||
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 | — | — | 6:18 | — | — | 6:18 | — | — | 6:20 | — | — | 6:20 | — | — | 6:20 | — | — | 6:22 | — | — |
 | — | 9:04 | — | — | 9:02 | — | — | 9:01 | — | — | 9:01 | — | — | 9:00 | — | — | 9:00 | — | 8:59 | — |
mm | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — |
Temp °C | 20 | 19 | 21 | 21 | 20 | 20 | 20 | 19 | 20 | 20 | 19 | 20 | 20 | 19 | 19 | 20 | 19 | 20 | 20 | 19 |
Feels °C | 20 | 21 | 20 | 20 | 22 | 20 | 20 | 21 | 22 | 20 | 21 | 20 | 20 | 20 | 20 | 20 | 21 | 19 | 19 | 20 |
Swell 1 Height (m) Direction Period (s) | W 9 | NW 8 | NW 7 | NW 7 | W 4 | WNW 10 | W 10 | WNW 10 | WNW 10 | WNW 10 | WNW 9 | WNW 9 | W 9 | WNW 9 | W 8 | W 8 | W 5 | W 5 | W 7 | WNW 7 |
| kJ | 14 | 16 | 25 | 19 | 3 | 20 | 31 | 19 | 19 | 18 | 16 | 16 | 14 | 7 | 5 | 5 | 8 | 20 | 70 | 86 |
Swell 2 Height (m) Direction Period (s) | NNW 6 | W 8 | W 8 | W 8 | NNW 8 | W 4 | NNW 6 | NNW 6 | NW 6 | NW 6 | NW 6 | NW 6 | NW 6 | NW 6 | NNW 7 | NW 7 | W 8 | W 8 | W 10 | N 6 |
| kJ | 3 | 12 | 12 | 5 | 6 | 4 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 5 | 5 | 6 | 6 | 1 | 5 | 2 | 5 | 5 | 2 | 1 |
Swell 3 Height (m) Direction Period (s) | NW 7 | W 4 | W 12 | WNW 11 | WNW 11 | NNW 7 | N 9 | W 4 | — | W 14 | SW 13 | N 8 | N 8 | — | W 4 | — | N 7 | N 6 | W 12 | — |
| kJ | 2 | 3 | 3 | 12 | 11 | 4 | 1 | 1 | — | 4 | 7 | 1 | 1 | — | 1 | — | 1 | 1 | 3 | — |
Wind waves Height (m) Direction Period (s) | W 4 | — | — | SW 3 | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | W 4 | — | — | — | — |
| kJ | 6 | — | — | 2 | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | 4 | — | — | — | — |
Nearest Offshore or Glassy | ||||||||||||||||||||
Distance (km) | 149 | 6 | 6 | 289 | 6 | 6 | 211 | 6 | 6 | 211 | 6 | 226 | 190 | 222 | 225 | 578 | 148 | 6 | 143 | 6 |
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The above surf forecast table for Mindelo provides essential information for determining whether the surfing conditions will be good over the next 16 days. A general guide to surfing at Mindelo can be found by selecting the local surf guide option on the grey menu. Our Mindelo 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 (Mindelo) 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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