Surf Forecasts:
Porto Batel surf forecast from 13 Aug 2026:
- Best quality surf: Sunday 16 Aug, 10AM (local time) - 8ft (2.4m), 8s period, NNW swell with cross-offshore winds.
- Most powerful swell: Sunday 16 Aug, 4AM (local time) - 10ft (3.0m), 9s period, NNW swell with 1,205 kJ wave energy.
- Next surfable swell (1★+): Sunday 16 Aug, 10AM (local time) - 8ft (2.4m), 8s period with NNW swell.
Best Forecast Surf Conditions for Porto Batel this week:
The surf forecast for Porto Batel over the next 16 days: The first swell (rated 1 star or higher) is forecast to arrive on Sunday (Aug 16) at 10AM. The primary swell is predicted to be 2.4m and 8s period with a secondary swell of 0.1m and 16s. The wind is predicted to be cross-offshore as the swell arrives.
The most powerful waves expected at Porto Batel in the next 16 days are 3.0m 9s and forecast to arrive on Sunday (Aug 16) at 4AM. Winds are predicted to be cross-offshore at the time the swell arrives. The largest open ocean swell (not directed at the beach) is 1.3m 6s period and expected on Friday (Aug 14) at 7AM.
| Wave Type | Time (WEST) & Date | Wave Height & Period |
|---|---|---|
| Next good surf (1 star+) | 10AM (Sun 16th Aug) | 8ft (2.4m) 8s |
| Best Surf | 10AM (Sun 16th Aug) | 8ft (2.4m) 8s |
| Most Powerful | 4AM (Sun 16th Aug) | 10ft (3.0m) 9s |
Table - best surf conditions forecast for Porto Batel over the next 16 days.
The Lowdown
Alright, let’s get into it. The next couple of days are pretty grim, with Thursday and Friday offering only small, weak surf that’s barely rideable. The water’s sitting at 70°F, which is pretty average for this time of year, so nothing unusual there. The real action starts on Sunday the 16th. That’s our first proper standout.
Sunday morning we get a decent pulse of swell from the NNW, pushing 8ft with clean conditions and a light breeze from the north. The combined energy is strong, hitting 793 (moderate to strong). It’s a bit of a beast—over 8ft, so this one’s for the experienced crew only. The period is 8 seconds, so it’s a shorter-period swell, which will keep the waves a bit more manageable at Porto Batel’s point setup. Crowds are sometimes an issue here, so if you can get out early, you’ll have it cleaner.
Monday the 17th keeps the good vibes rolling. Morning surf is 7ft from the NNW with light northerly winds again, and combined energy at 589. Still solidly in intermediate territory, but the wind stays light, keeping the waves clean. A good follow-up to Sunday.
After that, the week turns ugly. Tuesday through to Friday the 22nd is mostly a write-off—onshore and cross-onshore winds, dropping swell, and poor conditions. Not worth paddling out.
There’s a light at the end of the tunnel though. On Tuesday the 25th, we get a morning of near-glassy conditions with a 4ft NNW swell, period stretching to 10 seconds. Combined energy is 456. It’s a smaller day but the wind is glassy—dead calm. That’s a beautiful thing for Porto Batel. The swell direction is WNW-optimum, so it’s well-aligned. This is a standout for those who want clean, fun waves without the crowd.
Then Thursday the 27th morning looks strong again: 7ft NNW swell, offshore NNE breeze at 6 mph, and combined energy at 599. Clean, powerful, and with offshore wind—this is prime for the point. Again, over 6ft, so it’s more for the experienced.
Friday the 28th morning also shows 7ft from the NNW, clean with a gentle breeze, energy at 543. Another solid option.
So the best windows: Sunday the 16th and Monday the 17th for the bigger, more powerful stuff, and Tuesday the 25th for that rare glassy, clean session. The longer-range Thursday and Friday the 27th–28th are promising but it’s far out, so keep an eye on it.
Stay stoked,
Rusty
Short Range ForecastMostly dry. Warm (max 21°C on Thu morning, min 20°C on Thu morning). Mainly fresh winds. | Days 4-6 Weather SummaryMostly dry. Warm (max 28°C on Tue morning, min 20°C on Sun night). Wind will be generally light. | ||||||||||||||||||||
Thursday 13 | Friday 14 | Saturday 15 | Sunday 16 | Monday 17 | Tuesday 18 | Wednesday 19 | |||||||||||||||
AM | 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) | WNW 10 | WNW 10 | WNW 10 | NNW 6 | NNW 6 | NNW 7 | NNW 8 | NNW 8 | NNW 9 | NNW 8 | NNW 8 | NNW 8 | NNW 8 | NNW 8 | NNW 8 | NNW 8 | NNW 8 | NNW 8 | NNW 8 | NNW 8 | NNW 8 |
Wave Graph | |||||||||||||||||||||
150 | 198 | 175 | 139 | 144 | 425 | 956 | 941 | 1051 | 782 | 534 | 665 | 567 | 468 | 284 | 346 | 250 | 140 | 122 | 104 | 103 | |
Wind (km/h) | |||||||||||||||||||||
Wind State on-shore cross-onshore cross-shore cross-offshore off-shore glassy | cross-off | cross-off | cross-off | cross-off | cross-off | cross-off | cross-off | cross-off | cross-off | cross-off | cross-off | cross-off | cross-off | cross | cross-off | cross-on | on | on | on | cross-on | on |
High Tide | 4:06PM3.80m | 4:33AM3.49m | 4:48PM3.80m | 5:13AM3.45m | 5:28PM3.71m | 5:51AM3.36m | 6:07PM3.54m | 6:29AM3.22m | 6:46PM3.31m | 7:09AM3.05m | 7:28PM3.05m | 7:52AM2.87m | 8:16PM2.79m | ||||||||
Low Tide | 10:23PM0.46m | 10:31AM0.61m | 11:03PM0.49m | 11:10AM0.65m | 11:42PM0.61m | 11:49AM0.76m | 00:19AM0.79m | 12:28PM0.93m | 00:57AM1.00m | 1:09PM1.13m | 1:36AM1.23m | 1:57PM1.34m | 2:23AM1.44m | ||||||||
6:47 | — | — | 6:48 | — | — | 6:48 | — | — | 6:50 | — | — | 6:50 | — | — | 6:52 | — | — | 6:52 | — | — | |
— | 8:36 | — | — | 8:35 | — | — | 8:32 | — | — | 8:31 | — | — | 8:30 | — | — | 8:29 | — | — | 8:28 | — | |
mm | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | 1 | — |
Temp °C | 21 | 21 | 20 | 21 | 21 | 21 | 21 | 21 | 20 | 25 | 24 | 21 | 27 | 25 | 22 | 28 | 25 | 23 | 24 | 23 | 22 |
Feels °C | 20 | 20 | 19 | 20 | 19 | 18 | 18 | 18 | 17 | 26 | 24 | 21 | 27 | 26 | 23 | 27 | 24 | 27 | 26 | 24 | 25 |
Swell 1 Height (m) Direction Period (s) | WNW 10 | WNW 10 | WNW 10 | WNW 9 | WNW 9 | — | — | SW 18 | SW 18 | NNW 8 | SW 17 | NNW 8 | NNW 8 | NNW 8 | NNW 8 | NNW 8 | NNW 8 | NNW 8 | NNW 8 | NNW 8 | NNW 8 |
150 | 198 | 175 | 130 | 124 | — | — | 12 | 12 | 782 | 11 | 665 | 567 | 468 | 284 | 346 | 250 | 140 | 122 | 104 | 103 | |
Swell 2 Height (m) Direction Period (s) | NW 12 | NNW 9 | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | SW 16 | SW 16 | SW 15 | SW 15 | W 9 | WNW 8 | WNW 8 | SW 16 | WNW 8 | WNW 8 | SW 14 | NW 10 |
52 | 16 | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | 11 | 11 | 9 | 9 | 6 | 7 | 6 | 38 | 6 | 6 | 32 | 24 | |
Swell 3 Height (m) Direction Period (s) | NNW 9 | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | SW 18 | SW 17 | SW 16 | SW 16 | WNW 8 | SW 15 | SW 14 | WNW 8 | SW 13 |
17 | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | 13 | 11 | 11 | 10 | 6 | 8 | 33 | 6 | 28 | |
Wind waves Height (m) Direction Period (s) | NNW 5 | NNW 5 | NNW 5 | NNW 6 | NNW 6 | NNW 7 | NNW 8 | NNW 8 | NNW 9 | — | NNW 8 | — | — | — | — | — | SW 3 | — | — | SW 3 | — |
23 | 24 | 69 | 139 | 144 | 425 | 956 | 941 | 1051 | — | 534 | — | — | — | — | — | 3 | — | — | 5 | — | |
Nearest Offshore or Glassy | |||||||||||||||||||||
Distance (km) | 70 | 257 | 72 | 158 | 459 | 186 | 227 | 549 | 156 | 0 | 259 | 70 | 0 | 235 | 0 | 4 | 224 | 4 | 4 | 5 | 4 |
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Information about the Porto Batel Surf forecast
The above surf forecast table for Porto Batel provides essential information for determining whether the surfing conditions will be good over the next 16 days. A general guide to surfing at Porto Batel can be found by selecting the local surf guide option on the grey menu. Our Porto Batel 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 (Porto Batel) 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 Porto Batel 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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