Sao Pedro Surf Forecast and Surf Report

G’day, it’s Rusty here.

Honestly, the next couple of weeks are looking bleak for a paddle. We’ve got a long stretch of flat, or near-flat, conditions with the odd tiny bump that’s not going to get anyone out of bed. The first real chance of anything surfable doesn’t show up until the 18th of September, and even then, it’s barely a ripple. We’re looking at a solid run of nothing until then, so if you’re keen for a wave, you might want to sort out other plans for the next week and a half.

When the swell does finally arrive on that Friday morning, Sao Pedro (São Pedro) is the only spot in the mix. It’s a sheltered point, which is a plus given the small, weak energy. The swell direction from the SW is right in its wheelhouse, which is good to see. The wave energy is still weak, only registering a combined total of 9, and the swell is a tiny 0.3ft with a long 15-second period. That period is a bit of a double-edged sword at a point – it should offer some shape, but with that little height, it’s going to be a tough go. The water temp is 69°F, which is about average for this time of year for the area, so nothing unusual there. It's glassy in the morning with a light offshore, which is a major positive, but I have to be honest, the lack of size is going to make it a real struggle.

The following day, the 20th, keeps the same story with tiny 0.3ft SW groundswell and a 13-second period. The energy is still weak at 9. The morning is glassy again, which will keep it clean, but it’s still not a wave worth paddling out for unless you’re absolutely desperate for a slide.

If you’re a beginner, this is a pass. The swell stays far below the 5ft mark, so it's not a safety concern from size, but there’s just nothing to ride. For the experts, it’s also going to be a frustrating wait. The short-period windswell that pops up on the 21st is useless, and the long period stuff is just too small. The wave energy is consistently weak through this whole period, with two-digit values, and most of the time it’s in the low single digits.

The crowd factor at Sao Pedro is worth noting – it’s listed as `often`, so when there are waves, it can get busy. This won't be an issue with this tiny swell, but it's something to keep in mind for the future.

So, there’s no standout here. There’s no real highlight, just a promise of a few clean but tiny days in the second week. Keep your hopes in check, and maybe check back later. Forecasts can change, and it tends not to stay this poor for long.

Rusty.

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