Praia das Macas Surf Forecast and Surf Report

Alright, this is Rusty. Let's get into it.

We’ve got a tricky start ahead at Praia das Macas, with a lot of blown-out, messy surf for the first few days. For a beginner spot that’s consistent, the early week is a write-off unless you’re keen on a kite session. Water temps are sitting at 67°, which is a bit colder than normal for this time of year – you’ll want a decent spring suit.

Wednesday 16th and Thursday 17th are basically a no-go. Strong north-northeast winds are shredding that 8ft to 10ft NNW swell (moderate to strong energy around 1034-1575). It’s cross-onshore and ugly. Not for paddling.

Friday 18th is similar – cross-onshore winds and lumpy conditions. The swell drops a touch to 7ft, but the wind is still ruining it.

Now, here’s the first real standout. Saturday morning, 19th September. This is the one to circle. The wind goes glassy – dead calm. Swell is a solid 8ft from the NW, with a period of 14 seconds (very strong energy at 2006). This is excellent, high-quality groundswell. For experienced surfers, this is going to be special. The wave comment says it’s excellent for experienced surfers. Keep in mind, at this size, it’s too big for beginners. The offshore wind on Saturday afternoon turns onshore, so make the most of that glassy morning.

Sunday 20th morning is another good call. Clean, gentle offshore wind from the SE with a 5ft NW swell (moderate energy, 747) and a 12-second period. Very good surf conditions. Crowds are possible here sometimes, but that early morning clean window is worth it.

Monday 21st and Tuesday 22nd mornings both offer clean, offshore conditions with smaller, fun waves (3ft to 4ft). Good for a longboard or a smaller board when the swell drops.

Wednesday 23rd morning is a late-week standout. We’re looking at a clean 6ft swell from the WNW with a very long 15-second period (strong energy at 1574). Light, cross-offshore breeze. This is excellent for experienced surfers – that long period will push through with real power. Again, size is pushing the limits for beginners.

Thursday 24th morning is glassy again, with a fun 4ft WNW swell. Very good conditions.

There’s a bit of a drop-off in quality towards the end of the month as winds turn messy again, but Saturday 26th morning is another morning of glassy conditions and a clean 6ft WNW swell (very strong energy at 1343). Excellent for experienced surfers.

Looking into the first week of October, Thursday 1st October morning shows promise: glassy conditions with a 6ft NNW groundswell. Good, clean potential.

Gaps in the good stuff are short – a day here or there – but the pattern is clear: mornings are the ticket, especially those glassy or offshore windows.

Rusty.

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