
Surf Forecasts:
Prainha do Farol surf forecast from 8 Sep 2026:
- Best quality surf: Saturday 12 Sep, 9AM (local time) - 10ft (3.0m), 9s period, SSW swell with cross-shore winds.
- Most powerful swell: Saturday 12 Sep, 3PM (local time) - 11ft (3.5m), 11s period, S swell with 2,424 kJ wave energy.
- Next surfable swell (1★+): Tuesday 8 Sep, 6AM (local time) - 5ft (1.6m), 10s period with SSE swell.
Best Forecast Surf Conditions for Prainha do Farol this week:
The surf forecast for Prainha do Farol over the next 16 days: The first swell (rated 1 star or higher) is forecast to arrive on Tuesday (Sep 08) at 6AM. The primary swell is predicted to be 1.6m and 10s period. The wind is predicted to be cross-offshore as the swell arrives.
The most powerful waves expected at Prainha do Farol in the next 16 days are 3.5m 11s and forecast to arrive on Saturday (Sep 12) at 3PM. Winds are predicted to be cross-shore at the time the swell arrives. The largest open ocean swell (not directed at the beach) is 2.4m 7s period and expected on Tuesday (Sep 15) at 3AM.
| Wave Type | Time (-03) & Date | Wave Height & Period |
|---|---|---|
| Next good surf (1 star+) | 6AM (Tue 8th Sep) | 5ft (1.6m) 10s |
| Best Surf | 9AM (Sat 12th Sep) | 10ft (3.0m) 9s |
| Most Powerful | 3PM (Sat 12th Sep) | 11ft (3.5m) 11s |
Table - best surf conditions forecast for Prainha do Farol over the next 16 days.
The Lowdown
Alright, folks, Rusty here. Let's take a look at what the ocean has in store for us over the next couple of weeks. It’s a mixed bag, for sure, so let's get into it.
The run starts off quiet and a bit grotty. Monday arvo kicks things off with a 6ft southerly swell, but the wind is all over it, making for some sloppy conditions. Water is sitting at about 64°, which is pretty much right where it should be for this time of year.
The next few days are small and weak. Tuesday, Wednesday, and Thursday morning are all about knee-to-waist high mush with cross-shore winds. It’s the kind of stuff that's only going to be any good if you just want to get your hair wet, with weak wave energy all round.
Thursday afternoon brings the first real sign of life. We score a 4ft southerly swell with a good, clean 14-second period. The wind is light and cross-offshore, cleaning up the lineup. It’s not massive, but it’s the pick of the first week.
Then we hit a rough patch. Friday goes flat and onshore, and Saturday is a complete mess. The swell jumps to 10ft and even 12ft, but it’s accompanied by brutal 25mph onshore winds. It’s a washing machine out there, with massive, unruly swell energy in the 2000s. That day is a complete write-off.
That messy, oversized swell sticks around into Monday with rain and stronger winds. The energy is still high, but the surf quality is zero. It’s just not worth paddling out in that.
We finally get a bit of a cleanup on Tuesday the 15th. The swell drops to a more manageable 5ft, still from the southeast with a solid 12-second period. The wind is light and cross-offshore, so it should be pretty clean. It could still be a bit tricky, though, so keep your expectations in check.
The standout, if I’m being truthful, is Wednesday morning, September 16th. The wind is dead calm, glassy as can be. The swell is down around 3ft, but it’s got that long, beautiful 12-second period. It’s going to be one of those serene, glassy mornings where the surf is clean and the soul is full. It’s not the biggest, but it’ll be the best quality of the run.
Then we slide back into mediocrity. Thursday turns onshore and choppy. But Friday morning, the 18th, looks like another good option. We score a solid 4ft south swell with a cross-offshore breeze and a 12-second period. The energy is moderate at 633, and the forecast is pointing to some very good conditions. Definitely worth trying to get out of work for.
The final weekend and the start of the next week are pretty poor. We’ve got more wind, more rain, and plenty of short-period junk. The swell period drops back to the 6-8 second range, which is just wind-slop and mess.
So, if you want to get the best waves on offer, look at Thursday afternoon the 10th. But the real gem looks like Wednesday morning the 16th. Friday the 18th is your next best bet. Just remember, the further out we go, the less certain the forecast.
Stay stoked.
Rusty
Short Range ForecastMostly dry. Very mild (max 19°C on Thu morning, min 13°C on Mon night). Wind will be generally light. | Days 5-7 Weather SummaryHeavy rain (total 22mm), heaviest during Fri afternoon. Warm (max 23°C on Fri afternoon, min 14°C on Sat night). Winds increasing (calm on Thu night, strong winds from the SW by Fri night). | ||||||||||||||||||
Tuesday 8 | Wednesday 9 | Thursday 10 | Friday 11 | Saturday 12 | Sunday 13 | ||||||||||||||
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) | S 10 | S 10 | SSE 10 | SSE 10 | S 10 | S 12 | S 12 | S 12 | S 14 | S 12 | S 12 | S 11 | S 11 | SSW 9 | S 11 | S 11 | S 10 | SSE 12 | SSE 10 |
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499 | 326 | 163 | 123 | 156 | 174 | 187 | 287 | 581 | 306 | 132 | 87 | 57 | 1528 | 2424 | 1736 | 1853 | 835 | 1082 | |
Wind (km/h) | |||||||||||||||||||
Wind State on-shore cross-onshore cross-shore cross-offshore off-shore glassy | cross-off | cross-off | cross | cross-off | cross-off | cross-on | glassy | cross | cross-on | cross-off | cross-off | cross-off | cross | cross | cross | cross-on | cross-on | on | cross |
High Tide | 00:39AM0.43m | 2:20PM0.73m | 00:01AM0.50m | 2:46PM0.68m | 00:17AM0.58m | 2:42PM0.61m | 00:47AM0.65m | 2:04PM0.57m | 1:21AM0.69m | 2:04PM0.56m | 1:56AM0.70m | 2:18PM0.56m | 2:32AM0.68m | ||||||
Low Tide | 6:30AM-0.02m | 7:28PM0.32m | 7:12AM-0.05m | 7:51PM0.31m | 7:50AM-0.06m | 8:14PM0.29m | 8:26AM-0.02m | 8:37PM0.26m | 8:59AM0.04m | 8:57PM0.23m | 9:29AM0.12m | 9:12PM0.19m | |||||||
— | 6:22 | — | — | 6:20 | — | — | 6:18 | — | — | 6:18 | — | — | 6:16 | — | — | 6:16 | — | — | |
6:02 | — | 6:04 | — | — | 6:04 | — | — | 6:05 | — | — | 6:05 | — | — | 6:06 | — | — | 6:06 | — | |
mm | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | 1 | 1 | 15 | — | — | — | 3 | 2 | — | 11 |
Temp °C | 15 | 17 | 18 | 17 | 18 | 18 | 17 | 19 | 19 | 18 | 21 | 23 | 20 | 15 | 16 | 15 | 15 | 16 | 15 |
Feels °C | 12 | 15 | 15 | 16 | 17 | 18 | 18 | 20 | 20 | 20 | 19 | 19 | 19 | 8 | 10 | 11 | 12 | 13 | 11 |
Swell 1 Height (m) Direction Period (s) | S 10 | S 10 | SSE 10 | ENE 7 | ENE 8 | ENE 8 | ENE 8 | ENE 8 | S 14 | ENE 8 | S 12 | S 11 | ENE 8 | ENE 8 | E 8 | ENE 8 | ENE 9 | SSE 12 | SSE 10 |
499 | 326 | 163 | 154 | 245 | 270 | 223 | 149 | 581 | 131 | 132 | 87 | 183 | 53 | 36 | 40 | 65 | 835 | 1082 | |
Swell 2 Height (m) Direction Period (s) | SSE 12 | ESE 6 | SSW 9 | S 9 | S 10 | S 10 | S 10 | S 12 | ENE 8 | S 12 | S 6 | S 6 | S 11 | E 12 | — | — | E 10 | ENE 9 | ENE 9 |
91 | 31 | 65 | 106 | 156 | 120 | 120 | 287 | 142 | 306 | 7 | 2 | 57 | 3 | — | — | 8 | 100 | 70 | |
Swell 3 Height (m) Direction Period (s) | E 8 | SSW 9 | SE 12 | SSE 10 | S 12 | S 12 | S 12 | SSE 16 | E 14 | E 10 | E 13 | ESE 13 | E 12 | — | — | — | — | ENE 9 | ENE 9 |
5 | 16 | 37 | 123 | 151 | 174 | 187 | 256 | 4 | 18 | 13 | 17 | 12 | — | — | — | — | 100 | 70 | |
Wind waves Height (m) Direction Period (s) | NE 3 | — | E 6 | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | ENE 8 | NE 6 | — | SSW 9 | S 11 | S 11 | S 10 | S 10 | — |
5 | — | 52 | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | 142 | 252 | — | 1528 | 2424 | 1736 | 1853 | 834 | — | |
Nearest Offshore or Glassy | |||||||||||||||||||
Distance (km) | 5 | 0 | 31 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 31 | 0 | 0 | 479 | 45 | 47 | 32 | 14 | 0 | 31 | 86 |
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Information about the Prainha do Farol Surf forecast
The above surf forecast table for Prainha do Farol provides essential information for determining whether the surfing conditions will be good over the next 16 days. A general guide to surfing at Prainha do Farol can be found by selecting the local surf guide option on the grey menu. Our Prainha do Farol 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 (Prainha do Farol) 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 Prainha do Farol 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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