
Surf Forecasts:
Sao Pedro surf forecast from 26 Jul 2026:
- Most powerful swell: Saturday 1 Aug, 7AM (local time) - 2ft (0.6m), 10s period, W swell with 68 kJ wave energy.
Best Forecast Surf Conditions for Sao Pedro this week:
The most powerful waves expected at Sao Pedro in the next 16 days are 0.6m 10s and forecast to arrive on Saturday (Aug 01) at 7AM. Winds are predicted to be cross-offshore at the time the swell arrives. The largest open ocean swell (not directed at the beach) is 1.8m 8s period and expected on Saturday (Aug 01) at 4PM.
| Wave Type | Time (WEST) & Date | Wave Height & Period |
|---|---|---|
| Next good surf (1 star+) | - | - |
| Best Surf | - | - |
| Most Powerful | 7AM (Sat 1st Aug) | 2ft (0.6m) 10s |
Table - best surf conditions forecast for Sao Pedro over the next 16 days.
The Lowdown
Alright folks, Rusty here. Let’s be straight with you – the forecast for the coming weeks is a bit of a heartbreaker for surfers. We’ve got a solid 16-day window but the ocean is playing dead for most of it. The first record of anything worth paddling for doesn't show up until Sunday morning, July 26th, and even then it’s not much to write home about.
We’re looking at a long stretch of flatness or near-flat conditions. The first real suggestion of a wave comes in on Sunday morning, July 26th, at Sao Pedro (a point break). It’s a rare occurrence – this spot is listed as "rarely breaks" – so seeing any activity here is a bit of a novelty. The swell is tiny, just 0.3 ft from the south, but it’s a 15-second period, which means it’s a long-period groundswell. That’s good for a point break like this, but the energy is weak, clocking in at just 8. The wind is from the N at 15 mph, a cross-off, so the wave face will be clean. The water temperature is 70°, which is about average for the time of year with a normal anomaly of 1°. Honestly, this is a beginner-level wave for the experienced surfer to stretch their legs on, but it’s not going to bowl you over.
From Monday, July 27th, through to Saturday, August 2nd, the surf is mostly non-existent. There are a few tiny pulses, like a 1.0 ft WNW swell on Monday afternoon, but with a period of just 5 seconds, it’s weak and messy (energy of 5). The wind switches to a glassy NE on Monday morning, but with no swell, it’s a flat calm. We have a few days of zero wave energy, with the combined energy dropping to 0 on many occasions. The wind is often cross-off or offshore, which is a tease, but the ocean just doesn't have the juice.
The next little blip is on Sunday morning, August 2nd, with a 1.0 ft WSW swell, period 8 seconds, bringing a combined energy of 11. The wind is from the N at 12 mph, cross-off. It’s still tiny, and the word "poor surf conditions" is in the notes. This is not the time to get excited.
The entire second week is more of the same. From Monday, August 3rd, through to Monday, August 10th, the swell is almost non-existent. We see a few 0.3 ft and 0.7 ft swells, but the periods are short (7-9 seconds) or long (13-14 seconds), but the energy is always in the single digits or low teens. The wind is persistently cross-off from the north and northwest, and often strong, with speeds hitting 25-28 mph on Friday, August 7th. That kind of wind, combined with tiny swell, isn't for surfing – it’s a waste of a good breeze.
So, the verdict? There is no standout. There is no best on offer. The only true "surf" is the ghostly 0.3 ft, 15-second groundswell at Sao Pedro on Sunday morning, July 26th. It’s a rare break, so it’s notable that it’s even showing a pulse, but it’s not a session you’d drive for. Expect a lot of flat water, a lot of rigging and de-rigging in the wind, and no real waves to ride. This is a time for fixing dings or checking the forecast again, because the ocean is taking a long nap.
This is Rusty, signing off. Stay patient.
Short Range ForecastMostly dry. Warm (max 25°C on Mon morning, min 19°C on Sun night). Winds decreasing (fresh winds from the NNW on Sun afternoon, calm by Mon morning). | Days 4-6 Weather SummaryMostly dry. Warm (max 24°C on Thu morning, min 18°C on Wed night). Wind will be generally light. | ||||||||||||||||||||
Sunday 26 | Monday 27 | Tuesday 28 | Wednesday 29 | Thursday 30 | Friday 31 | Saturday 1 | |||||||||||||||
AM | PM | Night | AM | PM | Night | AM | PM | Night | AM | PM | Night | AM | PM | Night | AM | PM | Night | AM | PM | Night | |
Swell Height Map | |||||||||||||||||||||
Wave Height (m) Direction Period (s) | S 15 | S 15 | S 14 | NNW 7 | WNW 5 | WNW 4 | S 13 | S 13 | W 11 | S 13 | NNW 8 | WNW 10 | WNW 10 | WNW 10 | NNW 5 | NNW 6 | W 12 | WSW 10 | W 9 | WSW 8 | WSW 8 |
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4 | 4 | 4 | 0 | 7 | 5 | 3 | 3 | 10 | 3 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 3 | 35 | 58 | 22 | 12 | |
Wind (km/h) | |||||||||||||||||||||
Wind State on-shore cross-onshore cross-shore cross-offshore off-shore glassy | cross-off | cross-off | off | glassy | cross | cross-off | cross-off | cross-off | cross-off | cross-off | cross-off | cross-off | off | cross-off | cross-off | cross-off | cross-off | cross-off | cross-off | cross-off | cross-off |
High Tide | 1:39PM2.30m | 2:05AM2.21m | 2:21PM2.45m | 2:44AM2.32m | 2:58PM2.59m | 3:19AM2.42m | 3:33PM2.70m | 3:52AM2.50m | 4:06PM2.78m | 4:24AM2.54m | 4:38PM2.82m | 4:57AM2.56m | 5:10PM2.81m | ||||||||
Low Tide | 7:57PM0.69m | 8:04AM0.69m | 8:36PM0.56m | 8:42AM0.56m | 9:12PM0.43m | 9:16AM0.44m | 9:46PM0.34m | 9:49AM0.35m | 10:18PM0.27m | 10:21AM0.31m | 10:50PM0.24m | 10:53AM0.30m | 11:22PM0.25m | ||||||||
6:33 | — | — | 6:33 | — | — | 6:33 | — | — | 6:35 | — | — | 6:35 | — | — | 6:37 | — | — | 6:37 | — | — | |
— | 8:53 | — | — | 8:52 | — | — | 8:52 | — | — | 8:51 | — | — | 8:50 | — | — | 8:49 | — | — | 8:47 | — | |
mm | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — |
Temp °C | 23 | 22 | 19 | 25 | 24 | 22 | 25 | 25 | 20 | 23 | 23 | 19 | 24 | 23 | 20 | 23 | 24 | 20 | 23 | 23 | 19 |
Feels °C | 20 | 17 | 15 | 25 | 24 | 23 | 25 | 24 | 19 | 22 | 21 | 16 | 22 | 20 | 18 | 21 | 21 | 18 | 21 | 21 | 17 |
Swell 1 Height (m) Direction Period (s) | WNW 10 | WNW 9 | WNW 9 | NNW 7 | N 7 | NNW 9 | NNW 10 | NW 10 | NW 9 | NW 9 | WNW 10 | NNW 8 | WNW 10 | WNW 10 | WNW 9 | WNW 9 | WNW 9 | WSW 10 | NNW 8 | WSW 8 | WNW 10 |
18 | 16 | 15 | 121 | 94 | 266 | 314 | 286 | 203 | 132 | 36 | 38 | 36 | 36 | 30 | 15 | 15 | 35 | 226 | 22 | 30 | |
Swell 2 Height (m) Direction Period (s) | S 15 | S 15 | NNW 14 | NW 12 | NW 11 | WNW 9 | WNW 8 | WNW 8 | WNW 8 | WNW 11 | NW 9 | WNW 10 | NW 8 | N 10 | NNW 8 | N 9 | W 12 | NW 11 | NNW 9 | WNW 10 | WSW 8 |
4 | 4 | 18 | 71 | 119 | 15 | 13 | 6 | 6 | 23 | 3 | 55 | 17 | 2 | 6 | 1 | 3 | 5 | 76 | 32 | 12 | |
Swell 3 Height (m) Direction Period (s) | S 15 | — | S 14 | WNW 9 | WNW 9 | S 13 | S 13 | S 13 | W 11 | S 13 | — | — | N 10 | — | N 9 | — | — | — | W 9 | — | — |
4 | — | 4 | 25 | 15 | 3 | 3 | 3 | 10 | 3 | — | — | 2 | — | 2 | — | — | — | 58 | — | — | |
Wind waves Height (m) Direction Period (s) | NNW 7 | NNW 7 | NNW 7 | — | WNW 5 | WNW 4 | — | WNW 8 | — | — | NNW 8 | NNW 4 | NNW 5 | NNW 4 | NNW 5 | NNW 6 | NNW 7 | NNW 7 | — | NNW 8 | NNW 8 |
330 | 270 | 189 | — | 7 | 5 | — | 40 | — | — | 123 | 30 | 25 | 30 | 66 | 73 | 124 | 167 | — | 460 | 376 | |
Nearest Offshore or Glassy | |||||||||||||||||||||
Distance (km) | 14 | 691 | 14 | 0 | 75 | 4 | 4 | 233 | 4 | 0 | 476 | 1 | 0 | 611 | 10 | 4 | 189 | 4 | 0 | 462 | 1 |
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Information about the Sao Pedro Surf forecast
The above surf forecast table for Sao Pedro provides essential information for determining whether the surfing conditions will be good over the next 16 days. A general guide to surfing at Sao Pedro can be found by selecting the local surf guide option on the grey menu. Our Sao Pedro 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 (Sao Pedro) 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 Sao Pedro 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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