
Surf Forecasts:
Zambujeira do Mar surf forecast from 28 Jul 2026:
- Best quality surf: Tuesday 28 Jul, 7AM (local time) - 3ft (0.9m), 10s period, NNW swell with glassy winds.
- Most powerful swell: Tuesday 28 Jul, 10AM (local time) - 3ft (0.9m), 10s period, NNW swell with 189 kJ wave energy.
- Next surfable swell (1★+): Tuesday 28 Jul, 7AM (local time) - 3ft (0.9m), 10s period with NNW swell.
Best Forecast Surf Conditions for Zambujeira do Mar this week:
The surf forecast for Zambujeira do Mar over the next 16 days: The first swell (rated 1 star or higher) is forecast to arrive on Tuesday (Jul 28) at 7AM. The primary swell is predicted to be 0.9m and 10s period with a secondary swell of 0.3m and 8s. The wind is predicted to be glassy as the swell arrives.
The most powerful waves expected at Zambujeira do Mar in the next 16 days are 0.9m 10s and forecast to arrive on Tuesday (Jul 28) at 10AM. Winds are predicted to be cross-shore at the time the swell arrives. The largest open ocean swell (not directed at the beach) is 0.1m 13s period and expected on Monday (Aug 03) at 7PM.
| Wave Type | Time (WEST) & Date | Wave Height & Period |
|---|---|---|
| Next good surf (1 star+) | 7AM (Tue 28th Jul) | 3ft (0.9m) 10s |
| Best Surf | 7AM (Tue 28th Jul) | 3ft (0.9m) 10s |
| Most Powerful | 10AM (Tue 28th Jul) | 3ft (0.9m) 10s |
Table - best surf conditions forecast for Zambujeira do Mar over the next 16 days.
The Lowdown
Alright folks, Rusty here. Let’s have a look at what’s happening with the surf over the next couple of weeks.
For the first few days, we’re looking at a bit of a slow start. The opening window on Monday afternoon (27th July) has a small 3ft NW swell with a short 6-second period and a light onshore wind, so it’s not really offering much. The next few days are similar – really marginal stuff. Tuesday morning (28th July) does see a little bump in energy, with a 3ft NNW swell and a 10-second period, giving a moderate wave energy (202), but the wind is cross-shore, so it’s a bit messy.
Wednesday morning (29th July) is worth a mention: the swell drops to 2ft from the NW with a 9-second period, but the wind goes glassy. That’s rare. For a brief moment, it will be clean as a whistle. The combined energy is weak (117), so it’s not a powerhouse, but a glassy morning on a wave that size is a lovely thing for a longboard. If you’re quick, you might grab a few smooth ones before the afternoon cross-onshore kicks in.
Through the rest of the week and into the first weekend of August, it stays pretty underwhelming. The swell gets a little bigger – up to 3ft to 4ft – but the period stays short, under 8 seconds, and the winds are mostly cross or cross-onshore, keeping the surface lumpy and choppy. Nothing to get excited about.
Now, hold on to your board shorts, because the second week is where things get interesting. Tuesday morning (11th August) is the standout. We’ve got a solid 8ft NW swell with a long 10-second period, but the real story is the energy – that’s a very strong 1151. The wind is cross-shore, which is workable, and the conditions are described as wind and tide favorable. This is a big swell, over 8ft, so this is strictly for experienced surfers only. The direction is NW, which matches the optimum WNW direction for Zambujeira do Mar (Portugal) pretty well. This is the best on offer, but it’s a big, powerful groundswell that will be thumping. The water temperature is 67°, which is a bit colder than usual for this time of year, so bring a decent 3/2mm suit.
Sunday morning (10th August) also has a solid 7ft NW swell with a 9-second period, giving a strong energy (643), and the wind is cross-shore. That’s another good option for the experienced crew, but it’s not quite as big or as energetic as the Tuesday morning blast.
So, the long and short of it: the first week is a bit of a write-off unless you’re desperate for a glassy 2ft session on Wednesday morning. The real deal is Tuesday the 11th – a big, powerful, cross-shore groundswell that’s only for the experts. Keep an eye on it, but don’t book your flights just yet.
Rusty.
Short Range ForecastMostly dry. Warm (max 29°C on Thu morning, min 17°C on Wed night). Wind will be generally light. | Days 4-6 Weather SummaryMostly dry. Warm (max 30°C on Sat morning, min 18°C on Thu night). Wind will be generally light. | ||||||||||||||||||||
Tuesday 28 | Wednesday 29 | Thursday 30 | Friday 31 | Saturday 1 | Sunday 2 | Monday 3 | |||||||||||||||
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) | NNW 10 | NNW 10 | NNW 10 | NW 9 | NW 9 | NW 5 | WNW 10 | WNW 10 | NW 6 | NW 5 | NW 5 | NW 6 | NNW 6 | NNW 6 | NNW 6 | W 9 | W 10 | W 10 | W 9 | W 9 | WNW 9 |
Wave Graph | |||||||||||||||||||||
189 | 178 | 122 | 84 | 64 | 55 | 37 | 37 | 72 | 32 | 40 | 157 | 67 | 65 | 87 | 39 | 47 | 49 | 44 | 43 | 49 | |
Wind (km/h) | |||||||||||||||||||||
Wind State on-shore cross-onshore cross-shore cross-offshore off-shore glassy | cross | on | glassy | glassy | cross-on | cross-on | cross | cross-on | glassy | cross-off | cross-on | cross-off | cross | cross-on | cross | cross-off | cross-on | cross-on | cross-on | cross-on | cross |
High Tide | 2:52PM2.60m | 3:13AM2.44m | 3:27PM2.72m | 3:46AM2.51m | 4:00PM2.80m | 4:18AM2.56m | 4:32PM2.84m | 4:51AM2.58m | 5:04PM2.83m | 5:24AM2.56m | 5:37PM2.78m | 5:59AM2.52m | 6:14PM2.68m | ||||||||
Low Tide | 8:36AM0.56m | 9:06PM0.44m | 9:10AM0.44m | 9:39PM0.34m | 9:43AM0.36m | 10:12PM0.28m | 10:15AM0.31m | 10:44PM0.25m | 10:47AM0.30m | 11:16PM0.25m | 11:21AM0.33m | 11:50PM0.29m | 11:57AM0.40m | 00:26AM0.37m | |||||||
6:35 | — | — | 6:35 | — | — | 6:37 | — | — | 6:37 | — | — | 6:37 | — | — | 6:39 | — | — | 6:39 | — | — | |
— | 8:46 | — | — | 8:45 | — | — | 8:45 | — | — | 8:44 | — | — | 8:43 | — | — | 8:42 | — | — | 8:40 | — | |
mm | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — |
Temp °C | 27 | 24 | 19 | 28 | 24 | 18 | 29 | 25 | 19 | 28 | 25 | 19 | 30 | 27 | 19 | 26 | 27 | 19 | 24 | 24 | 19 |
Feels °C | 26 | 23 | 21 | 27 | 23 | 19 | 26 | 23 | 20 | 25 | 23 | 20 | 27 | 25 | 18 | 24 | 24 | 20 | 22 | 22 | 20 |
Swell 1 Height (m) Direction Period (s) | NNW 10 | NNW 10 | NNW 10 | NW 9 | NW 9 | NW 8 | NW 5 | WNW 10 | WNW 9 | NW 8 | WNW 9 | WNW 10 | WNW 9 | WNW 9 | W 9 | W 9 | W 10 | W 10 | W 9 | W 9 | WNW 9 |
189 | 178 | 122 | 84 | 64 | 18 | 24 | 37 | 17 | 18 | 16 | 33 | 65 | 64 | 57 | 39 | 47 | 49 | 44 | 43 | 49 | |
Swell 2 Height (m) Direction Period (s) | WNW 8 | WNW 8 | NW 5 | NNW 4 | WNW 11 | WNW 10 | WNW 10 | NW 8 | NNW 8 | NNW 8 | WNW 11 | N 12 | NNW 10 | NNW 10 | NNW 9 | NNW 8 | NNW 8 | NNW 8 | NNW 7 | — | N 7 |
13 | 7 | 13 | 13 | 23 | 39 | 37 | 17 | 7 | 6 | 13 | 3 | 10 | 9 | 8 | 13 | 11 | 6 | 9 | — | 4 | |
Swell 3 Height (m) Direction Period (s) | SE 8 | NW 12 | WNW 8 | WNW 11 | WNW 8 | W 8 | NW 8 | E 5 | — | W 12 | NW 8 | N 12 | SE 5 | E 5 | — | WNW 11 | — | — | — | — | N 10 |
3 | 6 | 7 | 23 | 6 | 1 | 17 | 1 | — | 3 | 2 | 3 | 1 | 1 | — | 12 | — | — | — | — | 2 | |
Wind waves Height (m) Direction Period (s) | — | — | — | — | NW 4 | NW 5 | — | NW 5 | NW 6 | NW 5 | NW 5 | NW 6 | NNW 6 | NNW 6 | NNW 6 | NW 6 | NW 6 | NW 5 | NNW 4 | NNW 4 | NNW 4 |
— | — | — | — | 12 | 55 | — | 22 | 72 | 32 | 40 | 157 | 67 | 65 | 87 | 33 | 24 | 23 | 13 | 11 | 16 | |
Nearest Offshore or Glassy | |||||||||||||||||||||
Distance (km) | 0 | 27 | 54 | 0 | 0 | 58 | 0 | 48 | 477 | 0 | 4 | 568 | 87 | 44 | 611 | 29 | 29 | 562 | 29 | 29 | 136 |
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Information about the Zambujeira do Mar Surf forecast
The above surf forecast table for Zambujeira do Mar provides essential information for determining whether the surfing conditions will be good over the next 16 days. A general guide to surfing at Zambujeira do Mar can be found by selecting the local surf guide option on the grey menu. Our Zambujeira do Mar 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 (Zambujeira do Mar) 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 Zambujeira do Mar 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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