Surf Forecasts:
Porto Batel surf forecast from 26 Aug 2026:
- Best quality surf: Sunday 30 Aug, 10AM (local time) - 3.5ft (1.1m), 8s period, NW swell with cross-offshore winds.
- Most powerful swell: Friday 28 Aug, 4PM (local time) - 8ft (2.5m), 11s period, NW swell with 1,376 kJ wave energy.
- Next surfable swell (1★+): Sunday 30 Aug, 1AM (local time) - 3.5ft (1.1m), 8s period with NW 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 30) at 1AM. The primary swell is predicted to be 1.1m and 8s period. 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 2.5m 11s and forecast to arrive on Friday (Aug 28) at 4PM. Winds are predicted to be cross-offshore at the time the swell arrives. The largest open ocean swell (not directed at the beach) is 1.5m 6s period and expected on Tuesday (Sep 01) at 1AM.
| Wave Type | Time (WEST) & Date | Wave Height & Period |
|---|---|---|
| Next good surf (1 star+) | 1AM (Sun 30th Aug) | 3.5ft (1.1m) 8s |
| Best Surf | 10AM (Sun 30th Aug) | 3.5ft (1.1m) 8s |
| Most Powerful | 4PM (Fri 28th Aug) | 8ft (2.5m) 11s |
Table - best surf conditions forecast for Porto Batel over the next 16 days.
The Lowdown
G’day, Rusty here, and I’ve been staring at the charts for Porto Batel. It’s a point break that’s fairly consistent and exposed to the west—that’s the sweet spot direction for this place. The water’s sitting at 66°F, which is a bit colder than normal for this time of year, so you might wanna grab a thicker spring suit.
Right now, we’re looking at a rough start. Wednesday’s a write-off with thunderstorms and a strong onshore wind mucking things up. That swell is short-period junk, and the energy’s weak (129). Thursday’s not much better—rain showers and a fresh cross-onshore breeze making it lumpy and poor. Honestly, leave the board in the car for now.
Friday the 28th is where it starts to get interesting. The morning brings a clear sky, a light offshore cross-off wind, and a 7ft swell from the WNW with a period of 11 seconds. The energy’s moderate (952) and the break should be clean. This is a solid groundswell, and the longer period means more power, though it might make the sets a bit spaced out on a point break like this. Still, it’s the best I’ve seen in a while. Friday afternoon holds up—clean, 7ft from the NW, energy jumping to 1048—but it’s a touch more marginal.
The weekend settles down. Saturday morning has a 5ft NW swell with a 9-second period, clean cross-off wind, but it’s more of a fun-size wave. Energy’s dropped to 410. Sunday’s similar—smaller, 4ft to 5ft, still clean but nothing to write home about. The whole first week of September is a mix of 5ft to 7ft NW swells, mostly clean, but the wind picks up fresh and the quality is just “marginal” or “poor.” The energy stays moderate (300–600 range). It’ll be surfable, but nothing special.
Monday the 7th of September is the standout. Monday morning, a 8ft swell from the NNW with a 13-second period—that’s a long-period groundswell with a heap of energy (2353). The wind is offshore, light, and it’s glassy. This is for experienced surfers only; 8ft is big on a point break, and the long period will make it hollow and powerful. Expect excellent conditions, but it’s not a beginner’s day. The crowd might show up, since it’s a consistent spot, but the quality will be worth it.
After that, the second week trails off—smaller swells, 3ft to 5ft, mostly clean but ordinary. The 10th of September has a glassy morning with a 3ft NW swell and 11-second period, energy 214—good for a longboard session if you’re keen, but it’s not a standout.
So, to sum it up: Friday the 28th is your best bet for a solid, clean, intermediate-friendly session, and Monday the 7th of September is the one to circle for the experienced crew. The rest is a waiting game. Keep an eye on the charts—this place can turn on quickly.
Rusty.
Short Range ForecastHeavy rain (total 22mm), heaviest during Wed morning. Warm (max 21°C on Wed morning, min 17°C on Wed night). Mainly fresh winds. | Days 4-6 Weather SummaryMostly dry. Warm (max 21°C on Sun morning, min 18°C on Sat morning). Mainly fresh winds. | ||||||||||||||||||||
Wednesday 26 | Thursday 27 | Friday 28 | Saturday 29 | Sunday 30 | Monday 31 | Tuesday 1 | |||||||||||||||
AM | PM | Night | AM | PM | Night | AM | PM | Night | AM | PM | Night | AM | PM | Night | AM | PM | Night | AM | PM | Night | |
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Wave Height (m) Direction Period (s) | WSW 5 | W 7 | W 8 | W 7 | W 8 | WNW 9 | WNW 11 | NW 11 | NW 10 | NW 9 | NW 8 | NW 8 | NW 8 | NW 11 | NW 9 | NW 9 | NW 10 | NW 9 | NNW 9 | NNW 7 | NNW 8 |
Wave Graph | |||||||||||||||||||||
90 | 255 | 328 | 407 | 537 | 739 | 1082 | 1376 | 932 | 418 | 250 | 151 | 149 | 551 | 307 | 199 | 327 | 281 | 686 | 342 | 531 | |
Wind (km/h) | |||||||||||||||||||||
Wind State on-shore cross-onshore cross-shore cross-offshore off-shore glassy | on | cross-on | on | cross-on | cross-on | cross-on | cross-on | 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-off |
High Tide | 2:48PM3.28m | 3:09AM3.14m | 3:21PM3.43m | 3:40AM3.26m | 3:53PM3.53m | 4:10AM3.35m | 4:24PM3.58m | 4:42AM3.40m | 4:56PM3.58m | 5:15AM3.40m | 5:30PM3.51m | 5:50AM3.34m | 6:07PM3.38m | ||||||||
Low Tide | 9:02PM0.92m | 9:06AM0.92m | 9:32PM0.79m | 9:37AM0.80m | 10:02PM0.70m | 10:09AM0.72m | 10:33PM0.65m | 10:41AM0.69m | 11:05PM0.65m | 11:15AM0.72m | 11:38PM0.71m | 11:52AM0.80m | 00:16AM0.83m | ||||||||
6:58 | — | — | 7:00 | — | — | 7:01 | — | — | 7:01 | — | — | 7:03 | — | — | 7:03 | — | — | 7:05 | — | — | |
— | 8:17 | — | — | 8:15 | — | — | 8:15 | — | — | 8:13 | — | — | 8:12 | — | — | 8:09 | — | — | 8:08 | — | |
mm | 14 | — | 6 | 2 | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — |
Temp °C | 21 | 21 | 19 | 20 | 20 | 20 | 21 | 21 | 19 | 19 | 20 | 19 | 21 | 21 | 20 | 19 | 19 | 18 | 18 | 19 | 18 |
Feels °C | 18 | 18 | 18 | 15 | 16 | 18 | 21 | 20 | 18 | 17 | 18 | 19 | 21 | 21 | 20 | 16 | 16 | 15 | 14 | 15 | 14 |
Swell 1 Height (m) Direction Period (s) | NW 6 | SW 12 | W 8 | S 11 | S 11 | WNW 9 | WNW 11 | NW 11 | NW 10 | NW 9 | NW 8 | NW 8 | NW 8 | NW 11 | NW 9 | NW 9 | NW 10 | NW 9 | SW 15 | SW 15 | SW 14 |
9 | 5 | 328 | 2 | 2 | 739 | 1082 | 1376 | 932 | 418 | 250 | 151 | 149 | 551 | 307 | 199 | 327 | 281 | 9 | 9 | 8 | |
Swell 2 Height (m) Direction Period (s) | WNW 9 | — | SW 11 | — | NW 12 | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | NNW 12 | — | W 18 | SW 18 | SW 17 | SW 16 | S 9 | — | — |
8 | — | 5 | — | 6 | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | 125 | — | 7 | 12 | 11 | 10 | 2 | — | — | |
Swell 3 Height (m) Direction Period (s) | SW 12 | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | W 13 | — | — | SW 11 | SW 11 | W 10 | — | — | — |
5 | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | 3 | — | — | 5 | 5 | 2 | — | — | — | |
Wind waves Height (m) Direction Period (s) | WSW 5 | W 7 | — | W 7 | W 8 | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | N 4 | NNW 5 | NNW 5 | NNW 6 | NNW 9 | NNW 7 | NNW 8 |
90 | 255 | — | 407 | 537 | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | 10 | 60 | 56 | 135 | 686 | 342 | 531 | |
Nearest Offshore or Glassy | |||||||||||||||||||||
Distance (km) | 106 | 369 | 5 | 367 | 257 | 5 | 5 | 72 | 70 | 70 | 367 | 0 | 0 | 362 | 70 | 72 | 362 | 249 | 249 | 391 | 154 |
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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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