
Surf Forecasts:
Sao Pedro surf forecast from 16 Jul 2026:
- Most powerful swell: Monday 20 Jul, 7AM (local time) - 1.5ft (0.4m), 8s period, W swell with 21 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 0.4m 8s and forecast to arrive on Monday (Jul 20) 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 1.2m 8s period and expected on Monday (Jul 20) at 7PM.
| Wave Type | Time (WEST) & Date | Wave Height & Period |
|---|---|---|
| Next good surf (1 star+) | - | - |
| Best Surf | - | - |
| Most Powerful | 7AM (Mon 20th Jul) | 1.5ft (0.4m) 8s |
Table - best surf conditions forecast for Sao Pedro over the next 16 days.
The Lowdown
Alright folks, Rusty here. Let’s have a straight look at what’s going on over the next couple of weeks. I gotta be honest with you, it’s a tough stretch. We’re looking at a real flat spell for the next 16 days, and there’s not a single standout session to get properly excited about. The swell energy is almost non-existent, with values barely creeping into double digits most days, mostly sitting in that weak range (0 to 30). The wind is often offshore or cross-off, which is the one silver lining, but without any swell to work with, it doesn’t mean a thing.
For Sao Pedro, it’s a classic sheltered point, and it needs a decent push from the SW to light up, but the data shows nothing but tiny, weak pulses. On Wednesday afternoon, July 15th, we see a tiny 1ft from the WNW with a short 6-second period and combined energy of just 18. The water temp is sitting at 67°, which is about average for the time of year, but the surf is poor.
Through Thursday, July 16th, and Friday, July 17th, it’s the same story – 1ft or less, periods under 6 seconds, and energy readings in the single digits. By Saturday, July 18th, there’s a brief moment with a 13-second period on the morning, but it’s only 0.3ft of swell, so it doesn't give you anything to ride.
The whole run is a washout. There’s a slight bump on Saturday, July 25th, with a 1ft swell from the W at 13 seconds and energy hitting 30, but the wind is cross-shore and choppy, and it’s still just a tiny wave. For the rest of the month, all you’re getting is zero swell and clean wind – great for a tan, not for a surf.
So, to put it bluntly: there are no good surf options in this 16-day window. This spot rarely breaks anyway, so a blank run like this isn’t unusual for the area. Keep an eye on the charts, because it can’t stay this small forever, but for now, leave the board at home.
Rusty.
Short Range ForecastMostly dry. Warm (max 22°C on Wed afternoon, min 18°C on Thu night). Winds increasing (light winds from the NNW on Wed night, fresh winds from the NNW by Fri afternoon). | Days 5-7 Weather SummaryMostly dry. Warm (max 22°C on Tue morning, min 18°C on Sat night). Wind will be generally light. | ||||||||||||||||||||
Wed 15 | Thursday 16 | Friday 17 | Saturday 18 | Sunday 19 | Monday 20 | Tuesday 21 | |||||||||||||||
PM | Night | AM | PM | Night | AM | PM | Night | AM | PM | Night | AM | PM | Night | AM | PM | Night | AM | PM | Night | AM | |
Swell Height Map | |||||||||||||||||||||
Wave Height (m) Direction Period (s) | WNW 6 | W 9 | W 9 | WNW 5 | WNW 8 | W 5 | SW 6 | S 14 | S 13 | SW 19 | W 10 | W 9 | SW 18 | W 8 | W 8 | W 8 | SW 16 | W 7 | SW 14 | NNW 7 | NNW 9 |
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10 | 0 | 0 | 9 | 0 | 4 | 1 | 4 | 3 | 15 | 2 | 7 | 12 | 12 | 11 | 10 | 10 | 4 | 8 | 0 | 0 | |
Wind (km/h) | |||||||||||||||||||||
Wind State on-shore cross-onshore cross-shore cross-offshore off-shore glassy | cross-on | cross-off | cross | cross | cross-off | cross-off | cross-off | cross-off | cross-off | cross-off | cross-off | cross-off | cross-off | cross-off | cross-off | cross-off | cross-off | cross-off | cross-off | cross-off | cross-off |
High Tide | 4:08PM3.12m | 4:38AM2.78m | 4:55PM3.13m | 5:24AM2.73m | 5:40PM3.05m | 6:09AM2.62m | 6:26PM2.88m | 6:54AM2.49m | 7:11PM2.67m | 7:40AM2.34m | 7:59PM2.43m | 8:31AM2.21m | 8:54PM2.20m | 9:29AM2.10m | |||||||
Low Tide | 10:28PM-0.07m | 10:36AM0.10m | 11:14PM-0.03m | 11:21AM0.15m | 11:59PM0.08m | 12:05PM0.27m | 00:43AM0.24m | 12:50PM0.42m | 1:27AM0.44m | 1:38PM0.61m | 2:14AM0.64m | 2:32PM0.78m | 3:06AM0.81m | ||||||||
— | — | 6:24 | — | — | 6:26 | — | — | 6:26 | — | — | 6:26 | — | — | 6:28 | — | — | 6:28 | — | — | 6:28 | |
— | 9:00 | — | — | 9:00 | — | — | 9:00 | — | — | 9:00 | — | 8:59 | — | — | 8:58 | — | — | 8:58 | — | 8:57 | |
mm | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — |
Temp °C | 22 | 20 | 22 | 22 | 20 | 22 | 22 | 19 | 21 | 21 | 19 | 21 | 21 | 19 | 21 | 21 | 19 | 22 | 22 | 19 | 22 |
Feels °C | 22 | 20 | 21 | 21 | 20 | 20 | 19 | 16 | 19 | 18 | 18 | 19 | 19 | 18 | 20 | 19 | 17 | 20 | 20 | 18 | 21 |
Swell 1 Height (m) Direction Period (s) | W 9 | W 9 | W 9 | WNW 9 | WNW 8 | WNW 8 | WNW 8 | WNW 8 | WNW 8 | WNW 8 | WNW 8 | WNW 8 | NNW 9 | NW 9 | N 7 | W 8 | WNW 11 | NW 7 | WNW 10 | NNW 7 | NNW 9 |
40 | 38 | 41 | 26 | 24 | 22 | 13 | 13 | 13 | 13 | 6 | 11 | 8 | 20 | 26 | 10 | 24 | 119 | 33 | 51 | 88 | |
Swell 2 Height (m) Direction Period (s) | NNW 7 | WNW 5 | N 6 | N 6 | WNW 5 | W 5 | SW 6 | SW 5 | W 5 | SW 19 | NW 8 | W 9 | SW 18 | W 8 | W 8 | WNW 12 | W 7 | WNW 10 | SW 14 | WNW 6 | WNW 5 |
4 | 6 | 1 | 1 | 10 | 4 | 1 | 1 | 1 | 15 | 3 | 7 | 12 | 12 | 11 | 14 | 4 | 21 | 8 | 18 | 11 | |
Swell 3 Height (m) Direction Period (s) | SW 15 | N 6 | NW 6 | S 11 | NW 6 | SW 6 | — | S 14 | S 13 | — | W 10 | NW 10 | S 11 | S 17 | NNW 8 | SW 16 | SW 16 | W 7 | — | WNW 10 | WNW 10 |
8 | 3 | 1 | 2 | 1 | 1 | — | 4 | 3 | — | 2 | 4 | 3 | 6 | 7 | 10 | 10 | 4 | — | 32 | 31 | |
Wind waves Height (m) Direction Period (s) | WNW 6 | NW 2 | — | WNW 5 | NW 5 | NNW 5 | NW 3 | NNW 4 | NNW 4 | NW 4 | NW 5 | NNW 5 | NW 6 | NW 6 | NW 6 | NW 6 | NNW 7 | — | NW 7 | NNW 7 | — |
10 | 1 | — | 9 | 13 | 3 | 11 | 25 | 16 | 26 | 35 | 34 | 64 | 56 | 35 | 94 | 146 | — | 109 | 83 | — | |
Nearest Offshore or Glassy | |||||||||||||||||||||
Distance (km) | 516 | 0 | 947 | 363 | 4 | 555 | 1332 | 389 | 899 | 577 | 99 | 565 | 480 | 113 | 173 | 5 | 70 | 99 | 438 | 0 | 0 |
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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.
Sao Pedro is 2 km (1 miles) from Parede. If you plan a holiday in Lisboa, look for hotels and other accommodation in Parede. Parede has rooms for a wide range of budgets as well as car hire and transport links.











