
Surf Forecasts:
Praia das Macas surf forecast from 3 Jul 2026:
- Best quality surf: Saturday 4 Jul, 7AM (local time) - 2.5ft (0.7m), 11s period, WNW swell with glassy winds.
- Most powerful swell: Friday 3 Jul, 7PM (local time) - 4.5ft (1.3m), 8s period, NNW swell with 207 kJ wave energy.
- Next surfable swell (1★+): Saturday 4 Jul, 7AM (local time) - 2.5ft (0.7m), 11s period with WNW swell.
Best Forecast Surf Conditions for Praia das Macas this week:
The surf forecast for Praia das Macas over the next 16 days: The first swell (rated 1 star or higher) is forecast to arrive on Saturday (Jul 04) at 7AM. The primary swell is predicted to be 0.9m and 8s period with a secondary swell of 0.7m and 11s. The wind is predicted to be glassy as the swell arrives.
The most powerful waves expected at Praia das Macas in the next 16 days are 1.3m 8s and forecast to arrive on Friday (Jul 03) at 7PM. Winds are predicted to be cross-onshore at the time the swell arrives. The largest open ocean swell (not directed at the beach) is 0.1m 11s period and expected on Monday (Jul 06) at 4PM.
| Wave Type | Time (WEST) & Date | Wave Height & Period |
|---|---|---|
| Next good surf (1 star+) | 7AM (Sat 4th Jul) | 2.5ft (0.7m) 11s |
| Best Surf | 7AM (Sat 4th Jul) | 2.5ft (0.7m) 11s |
| Most Powerful | 7PM (Fri 3rd Jul) | 4.5ft (1.3m) 8s |
Table - best surf conditions forecast for Praia das Macas over the next 16 days.
Updates in hr min s Forecast update imminent
Alright folks, Rusty here with a look at what's ahead for Praia das Macas. The next couple of weeks have a tough start, but there's some genuine light at the end of the tunnel.
The bad news first: we are in a long, quiet spell. After a brief little pulse early on Friday the 3rd, the surf basically goes dead for a solid week and a half. Don't expect much of anything from Saturday the 4th all the way through to late on the weekend of the 12th and into the 13th. It’s going to be flat or close to it, with annoying cross-onshore winds making a mess of any tiny dribbles. It’s a proper drought for paddle surfing.
Now, the good news. Mark your calendars for the morning of Tuesday the 14th. That’s our first real glimmer of hope. We’ve got a clean 5ft swell rolling in from the NW, and the wind is forecast to go dead calm – glassy conditions, absolutely pristine. The wave energy is reading a moderate 238, so there’s enough push to get a few fun ones. This is the one to aim for; it’s the standout of the entire outlook.
Then, the following morning, Wednesday the 15th, also looks tidy. A slightly smaller 4ft NW groundswell, but with a light, gentle breeze from the S keeping things clean. Another solid session on the cards.
Looking further out, there’s a big, meaty NW swell peaking on Saturday the 19th. We’re talking double-overhead plus at 10ft to 12ft, and the energy numbers are huge (1496 to 1698). But listen, this is a beast. At that size, Praia das Macas is going to be a washing machine – way too big for beginners and honestly only for the experienced crew who know the place intimately. The wind looks light, but that swell is going to be a monster. That’s the long-range promise, but it’s one for experts only.
So there you have it. A long, quiet spell, then a couple of beautiful, clean windows around the 14th and 15th. Get after it.
Rusty.
Short Range ForecastMostly dry. Warm (max 30°C on Fri morning, min 23°C on Sat night). Wind will be generally light. | Days 4-6 Weather SummaryMostly dry. Warm (max 28°C on Tue morning, min 20°C on Wed night). Mainly fresh winds. | ||||||||||||||||||||
Friday 3 | Saturday 4 | Sunday 5 | Monday 6 | Tuesday 7 | Wednesday 8 | Thursday 9 | |||||||||||||||
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Wave Height (m) Direction Period (s) | NNW 9 | NNW 8 | WNW 11 | NNW 8 | NNW 8 | NNW 7 | WNW 9 | NW 10 | NW 10 | NW 9 | NNW 4 | N 4 | WNW 8 | NNW 4 | N 4 | WNW 10 | WNW 10 | WNW 10 | WNW 9 | WNW 9 | WNW 9 |
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463 | 238 | 117 | 147 | 127 | 53 | 29 | 28 | 24 | 21 | 22 | 18 | 14 | 22 | 13 | 19 | 36 | 36 | 48 | 46 | 45 | |
Wind (km/h) | |||||||||||||||||||||
Wind State on-shore cross-onshore cross-shore cross-offshore off-shore glassy | off | on | cross-on | cross-on | cross-on | cross-on | cross-on | cross-on | cross | cross-on | cross-on | cross | cross-on | cross-on | cross | cross | cross-on | cross | cross-on | cross-on | cross-on |
High Tide | 5:38PM2.67m | 5:59AM2.37m | 6:14PM2.62m | 6:38AM2.33m | 6:53PM2.55m | 7:21AM2.29m | 7:36PM2.48m | 8:10AM2.25m | 8:29PM2.39m | 9:09AM2.23m | 9:32PM2.33m | 10:17AM2.26m | 10:45PM2.32m | ||||||||
Low Tide | 11:19AM0.48m | 11:53PM0.45m | 11:55AM0.52m | 00:30AM0.49m | 12:33PM0.58m | 1:10AM0.53m | 1:17PM0.65m | 1:55AM0.58m | 2:09PM0.73m | 2:49AM0.63m | 3:12PM0.77m | 3:53AM0.66m | 4:25PM0.76m | ||||||||
6:16 | — | — | 6:16 | — | — | 6:18 | — | — | 6:18 | — | — | 6:18 | — | — | 6:20 | — | — | 6:20 | — | — | |
— | — | 9:06 | — | — | 9:06 | — | — | 9:06 | — | — | 9:06 | — | — | 9:05 | — | — | 9:05 | — | — | 9:05 | |
mm | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — |
Temp °C | 30 | 26 | 25 | 26 | 26 | 25 | 27 | 27 | 25 | 27 | 25 | 24 | 28 | 27 | 25 | 26 | 26 | 24 | 21 | 20 | 19 |
Feels °C | 26 | 25 | 26 | 25 | 24 | 24 | 26 | 24 | 21 | 24 | 21 | 20 | 23 | 21 | 21 | 22 | 21 | 20 | 18 | 16 | 16 |
Swell 1 Height (m) Direction Period (s) | NNW 9 | NNW 8 | NNW 7 | NNW 8 | NNW 8 | WNW 10 | NNW 6 | NW 10 | NW 10 | WNW 10 | WNW 10 | WNW 9 | NNW 4 | WNW 8 | W 8 | WNW 10 | WNW 10 | WNW 10 | WNW 9 | WNW 9 | WNW 9 |
463 | 238 | 117 | 147 | 127 | 32 | 25 | 28 | 24 | 18 | 18 | 16 | 12 | 7 | 5 | 19 | 36 | 36 | 48 | 46 | 45 | |
Swell 2 Height (m) Direction Period (s) | S 16 | NW 11 | WNW 11 | WNW 11 | WNW 10 | NNW 9 | WNW 9 | WNW 9 | NNW 6 | NW 9 | S 11 | NNW 8 | WNW 8 | W 12 | WNW 11 | W 8 | W 7 | W 7 | S 17 | SW 16 | S 16 |
5 | 126 | 109 | 88 | 57 | 25 | 29 | 16 | 8 | 21 | 2 | 7 | 14 | 3 | 11 | 4 | 4 | 1 | 6 | 10 | 5 | |
Swell 3 Height (m) Direction Period (s) | — | S 16 | S 4 | S 4 | S 4 | NNW 12 | NW 11 | N 8 | WNW 9 | SW 13 | — | S 11 | NW 8 | S 12 | NW 8 | NW 7 | S 18 | NW 7 | S 17 | — | — |
— | 5 | 1 | 2 | 2 | 15 | 19 | 1 | 16 | 7 | — | 2 | 3 | 3 | 2 | 2 | 6 | 2 | 6 | — | — | |
Wind waves Height (m) Direction Period (s) | — | W 2 | WNW 3 | — | — | NNW 7 | — | NNW 6 | NNW 4 | NNW 4 | NNW 4 | N 4 | — | NNW 4 | N 4 | NNW 4 | NNW 3 | NNW 4 | NNW 3 | NW 3 | NW 4 |
— | 1 | 5 | — | — | 53 | — | 26 | 8 | 11 | 22 | 18 | — | 22 | 13 | 6 | 7 | 4 | 1 | 5 | 10 | |
Nearest Offshore or Glassy | |||||||||||||||||||||
Distance (km) | 0 | 62 | 14 | 14 | 173 | 18 | 16 | 58 | 20 | 20 | 338 | 39 | 899 | 962 | 122 | 506 | 425 | 14 | 15 | 463 | 16 |
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Information about the Praia das Macas Surf forecast
The above surf forecast table for Praia das Macas provides essential information for determining whether the surfing conditions will be good over the next 16 days. A general guide to surfing at Praia das Macas can be found by selecting the local surf guide option on the grey menu. Our Praia das Macas 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 (Praia das Macas) 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 Praia das Macas 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.
Praia das Macas is 9 km (6 miles) from Sintra. If you plan a holiday in Lisboa, look for hotels and other accommodation in Sintra. Sintra has rooms for a wide range of budgets as well as car hire and transport links.










