Playa do Carreiro Surf Forecast and Surf Report

Alright, let’s get into it. Right now, things are pretty quiet at Playa do Carreiro, a river-mouth setup that’s exposed to WNW swells. There's a bit of a slow start, but the second half of the week and beyond has some real potential brewing.

Right now, through Monday and Tuesday, it’s small and messy. Monday afternoon sees a weak 2ft NW swell with a cross-on breeze, and it’s just not happening. Tuesday morning is a little cleaner with a N offshore and 2ft waves, but it’s barely surfable. Tuesday afternoon gets hit by strong NNW winds up to 22 mph, so forget it. Wednesday is bigger, with 6ft to 7ft NW swell, but those NNE and N winds are blowing hard at 19 to 22 mph, making it rough and poor quality. Definitely not worth it.

Then we get a turning point. Thursday, September 17th, morning is the first real standout. The swell is a solid 6ft from the NW with a 10-second period, and we’ve got offshore NNE winds at 12 mph. It’s clean and punchy, with moderate wave energy (637). This is the one to aim for if you can get out early. The afternoon gets cross-off and windy again, so the window is tight.

Friday, September 18th, morning is also a good call: 5ft NW swell, clean offshore NNE breeze, and moderate energy (427). Good conditions for an intermediate session. Friday afternoon jumps to 8ft from the NW with a very long 15-second period and massive energy (2563), but the cross-off wind and long-period groundswell might make it tricky at this river break—could be a bit straight and challenging.

Saturday, September 19th, morning is the absolute highlight of the whole outlook. 7ft NW swell with a 13-second period, clean conditions, ENE breeze at just 3 mph, and very strong energy (1334). This is excellent, powerful surf for experienced surfers. If you’ve got the skills, this is the session you don’t want to miss. The afternoon stays decent at 6ft but with a cross-off breeze.

Sunday the 20th is smaller but clean in the morning with 4ft NW swell and ESE winds—good for a mellow session. Then Monday, September 21st, morning is another gem: 5ft NW swell, 12-second period, and glassy conditions. That’s clean, lined-up waves with moderate energy (730). Perfect for a smooth paddle out.

The second week stays active but with smaller waves. Tuesday the 22nd has clean 4ft to 3ft NW swell—nothing special but rideable. Wednesday the 23rd drops right off to 2ft, glassy but tiny. Thursday the 24th picks up slightly to 3ft in the afternoon with clean conditions.

Friday, September 25th is worth a mention: glassy both morning and afternoon, 5ft NW swell with 11-second period and moderate energy (448/439). Clean and fun, no crowds likely if you’re early.

Sunday, September 27th, morning is the last real standout: 6ft WNW swell, glassy, with strong energy (703). That’s clean and punchy—great way to wrap up the period.

The water temperature sits at 66°F, which is pretty much average for this time of year, so no surprises there. Crowds are possible at Carreiro, so keep that in mind if you’re heading out on the better days.

Overall, the best bet is Saturday morning, September 19th, with Thursday morning, September 17th and Monday morning, September 21st as close runners-up. The second week is smaller but offers some clean, glassy windows for a more relaxed paddle.

Rusty.

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