Praia da Vila Surf Forecast and Surf Report

G’day, I’m Rusty. Let’s have a look at what’s coming up for Praia da Vila. There’s a bit of a slow start, but don’t write it off just yet—there’s some real promise later in the run.

The first few days are on the small side, but the conditions are sweet. Monday afternoon kicks things off with a clean 5 ft swell from the ENE, period around 8 seconds, and a light offshore breeze from the NE. The combined energy is moderate (304), and the water is sitting at 63°, which is a bit colder than usual for this time of year. It’s clean, glassy, and worth a paddle.

Tuesday morning is the real standout early on. Glassy conditions, zero wind, and a clean 5 ft ENE swell with the same 8-second period. The energy is still moderate (300). This is a morning to get out there—the surf will be smooth and fun. Tuesday afternoon turns a bit ordinary with a cross-on wind and poor surf, so don’t bother.

Wednesday morning is glassy again with 4 ft from the ENE, and the afternoon picks up a clean 5 ft with a cross-off breeze. Good, solid, clean surf through the day.

Thursday is a write-off. The swell jumps to 7 ft from the S on Thursday morning, but with strong onshore wind and a very high energy reading (1395), it’s just too messy and tricky. Thursday afternoon is still poor with a cross-on wind. Best to sit this one out.

Friday, 24th July, is a solid day. Morning sees 5 ft from the SE with a 9-second period, offshore NE wind, and clean conditions. The energy is moderate (495). Friday afternoon is similar but a touch smaller at 5 ft, still offshore and clean. Good surf both sessions.

Saturday morning, 25th July, has 5 ft from the ESE but onshore wind, so it’s a bit of a gamble. Saturday afternoon is choppy and poor. Skip it.

Now, Sunday 26th July is a real treat. The swell drops to 3 ft but it’s a long-period groundswell from the S at 12 seconds, with glassy conditions in the morning. The energy is still moderate (459). The afternoon picks up a gentle offshore breeze and clean 2 ft surf. This is a classic small-wave day with heaps of glide.

The following week brings a few more highlights. Monday 27th July has clean 3 ft surf from the S, with a moderate offshore wind. Tuesday 28th July afternoon is clean with 3 ft from the S at 11 seconds. Wednesday 29th July afternoon is a standout with 4 ft from the S, 12-second period, light offshore wind, and very good surf conditions. The energy is solid (505). This is a prime session.

Then, on 1st August, we get a really interesting pulse. Saturday morning brings 3 ft from the SE with a 16-second period—very long groundswell—and a cross-off breeze. The energy is strong (772). This is a special one for a point or reef, as that long period can make beach breaks a bit straight. Saturday afternoon is a bit mixed with a cross wind.

Sunday 2nd August afternoon is glassy with 6 ft from the ENE, 8 seconds, and very good conditions. Strong energy (700). That’s a fun, punchy afternoon.

The final standout is Monday 3rd August. Morning has 7 ft from the E at 9 seconds, cross-off wind, and clean. The energy is strong (827). Afternoon is even better: 7 ft from the E, 10-second period, cross-off wind, and very good surf. This is for the experienced crew only—big, clean, and powerful.

Overall, the best bets are Tuesday 21st July morning for the glassy start, and Wednesday 29th July afternoon for the clean, long-period groundswell. Everything else is a solid mix of small clean days and a few bigger, more powerful sessions later on.

Rusty.

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