Praia da Barra Surf Report & Forecast
Gafanha da Nazaré, Portugal
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🌬️ WIND
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W
1
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🌊 SWELL
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E
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3.6
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ft
SWELL
HEIGHT
HEIGHT
3.6ft
SWELL
PERIOD
PERIOD
8s
WIND GUSTS
3kt
AIR TEMP
17°C
SECONDARY
SWELL
SWELL
1.9ft @
13s
13s
PRECIPITATION
0mm
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📊 7-Day Detailed Forecast
Expandable daily forecasts with hourly details| Time | Quality | Swell Height | Period | Swell Dir | Wind Speed | Wind Dir | Gusts | Air Temp | Water Temp | Rain |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 12:00 AM | EXCELLENT | 3ft | 11s | WNW | 2kt | SE | 2kt | 10°C | 14°C | 0mm |
| 1:00 AM | EXCELLENT | 3ft | 11s | WNW | 3kt | SE | 3kt | 10°C | 14°C | 0mm |
| 2:00 AM | EXCELLENT | 3ft | 11s | WNW | 3kt | ESE | 3kt | 10°C | 14°C | 0mm |
| 3:00 AM | EXCELLENT | 3ft | 11s | WNW | 3kt | ESE | 3kt | 10°C | 14°C | 0mm |
| 4:00 AM | EXCELLENT | 3ft | 10s | WNW | 3kt | E | 3kt | 10°C | 14°C | 0mm |
| 5:00 AM | EXCELLENT | 3.3ft | 10s | NW | 3kt | E | 3kt | 10°C | 14°C | 0mm |
| 6:00 AM | EXCELLENT | 3.6ft | 9s | NW | 3kt | E | 3kt | 10°C | 14°C | 0mm |
| 7:00 AM | EXCELLENT | 3.9ft | 8s | NW | 3kt | E | 3kt | 10°C | 14°C | 0mm |
| 8:00 AM | EXCELLENT | 3.8ft | 8s | NW | 2kt | ENE | 3kt | 12°C | 14°C | 0mm |
| 9:00 AM | EXCELLENT | 3.7ft | 8s | NW | 2kt | ENE | 3kt | 15°C | 14°C | 0mm |
| 10:00 AM | EXCELLENT | 3.6ft | 8s | NW | 1kt | NE | 3kt | 17°C | 14°C | 0mm |
| 11:00 AM | EXCELLENT | 3.4ft | 9s | NW | 2kt | NNE | 4kt | 19°C | 14°C | 0mm |
| 12:00 PM | EXCELLENT | 3.2ft | 9s | NW | 3kt | NNW | 4kt | 21°C | 14°C | 0mm |
| 1:00 PM | EXCELLENT | 3.1ft | 10s | NW | 4kt | NW | 5kt | 24°C | 14°C | 0mm |
| 2:00 PM | GOOD | 3.1ft | 10s | NW | 6kt | NW | 6kt | 23°C | 14°C | 0mm |
| 3:00 PM | GOOD | 3.1ft | 10s | NW | 7kt | WNW | 7kt | 22°C | 14°C | 0mm |
| 4:00 PM | GOOD | 3ft | 10s | NW | 8kt | WNW | 8kt | 22°C | 14°C | 0mm |
| 5:00 PM | GOOD | 3ft | 10s | NW | 7kt | NW | 7kt | 20°C | 14°C | 0mm |
| 6:00 PM | GOOD | 3ft | 9s | NW | 5kt | NW | 7kt | 19°C | 14°C | 0mm |
| 7:00 PM | EXCELLENT | 3ft | 9s | NW | 3kt | NW | 6kt | 17°C | 14°C | 0mm |
| 8:00 PM | EXCELLENT | 3.1ft | 11s | NW | 3kt | N | 4kt | 16°C | 14°C | 0mm |
| 9:00 PM | EXCELLENT | 3.1ft | 12s | NW | 2kt | NE | 3kt | 14°C | 14°C | 0mm |
| 10:00 PM | EXCELLENT | 3.2ft | 14s | WNW | 1kt | E | 1kt | 12°C | 14°C | 0mm |
| 11:00 PM | EXCELLENT | 3.5ft | 14s | NW | 2kt | E | 2kt | 12°C | 14°C | 0mm |
Saturday
Apr 4EXCELLENT23 excellent hours
🌊 3.8-6.4ft 💨 1-9kt 🌡️ 11-25°C
Sunday
Apr 5EXCELLENT24 excellent hours
🌊 5.7-8.1ft 💨 1-7kt 🌡️ 10-24°C
Monday
Apr 6EXCELLENT18 excellent hours
🌊 4.5-8.0ft 💨 2-11kt 🌡️ 13-27°C
Tuesday
Apr 7GOOD5 excellent hours
🌊 4.3-15.3ft 💨 3-13kt 🌡️ 6-14°C
Wednesday
Apr 8EXCELLENT15 excellent hours
🌊 10.0-14.7ft 💨 0-11kt 🌡️ 4-14°C
Thursday
Apr 9EXCELLENT13 excellent hours
🌊 8.9-10.3ft 💨 2-13kt 🌡️ 9-17°C
Forecast Summary
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Average Swell:4.6ft @ 11s
Wind Conditions:1-9kt SE
Water Temperature:14-15°C
Local Knowledge & Surf Guide
Local Knowledge
Praia da Barra is an exposed beach break in North Portugal that is best surfed during Winter, featuring both left and right-hand waves. The most favorable conditions are a West groundswell combined with offshore winds from the East. The break works best around low tide. The spot is sometimes crowded, and surfers should be aware of dangerous rips. The best time for consistent, clean waves is typically in December.
Best Swell Direction: SW
Bottom Type: Sand
Location: City: Gafanha da Nazaré | County: Aveiro | Country: Portugal | Postcode: 3830-752 | Road: Praceta São João | Full Address: Praceta São João, Barra, Gafanha da Nazaré, Ílhavo, Aveiro, 3830-752, Portugal
Ideal Conditions
This spot performs best under these specific conditions. Forecasts take these into account when rating surf quality.
Ideal Swell DirectionW
Ideal Wind DirectionE
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