Praia das Moitas Surf Report & Forecast
Cascais, Portugal
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🌬️ WIND
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W
5
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🌊 SWELL
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E
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4.2
ft
ft
SWELL
HEIGHT
HEIGHT
4.2ft
SWELL
PERIOD
PERIOD
8s
WIND GUSTS
6kt
AIR TEMP
14°C
SECONDARY
SWELL
SWELL
2.9ft @
10s
10s
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 | POOR | 2.5ft | 11s | WNW | 17kt | N | 24kt | 14°C | 15°C | 0mm |
| 1:00 AM | POOR | 2.5ft | 11s | WNW | 16kt | N | 22kt | 14°C | 15°C | 0mm |
| 2:00 AM | POOR | 2.9ft | 11s | NW | 15kt | N | 20kt | 14°C | 15°C | 0mm |
| 3:00 AM | POOR | 3.4ft | 10s | NW | 15kt | N | 18kt | 14°C | 15°C | 0mm |
| 4:00 AM | POOR | 3.8ft | 9s | NW | 14kt | N | 16kt | 14°C | 15°C | 0mm |
| 5:00 AM | POOR | 4.1ft | 9s | NNW | 13kt | N | 15kt | 14°C | 15°C | 0mm |
| 6:00 AM | POOR | 4.3ft | 8s | NNW | 12kt | N | 14kt | 14°C | 15°C | 0mm |
| 7:00 AM | POOR | 4.6ft | 8s | NNW | 12kt | N | 13kt | 14°C | 15°C | 0mm |
| 8:00 AM | FAIR | 4.4ft | 8s | NNW | 10kt | NNE | 11kt | 14°C | 15°C | 0mm |
| 9:00 AM | GOOD | 4.3ft | 8s | NNW | 8kt | NNE | 8kt | 14°C | 15°C | 0mm |
| 10:00 AM | GOOD | 4.2ft | 8s | NNW | 5kt | NE | 6kt | 14°C | 15°C | 0mm |
| 11:00 AM | GOOD | 4.1ft | 8s | NNW | 6kt | NNE | 6kt | 14°C | 15°C | 0mm |
| 12:00 PM | GOOD | 4ft | 7s | NNW | 6kt | NNW | 6kt | 15°C | 15°C | 0mm |
| 1:00 PM | GOOD | 3.8ft | 7s | NNW | 6kt | NW | 5kt | 15°C | 15°C | 0mm |
| 2:00 PM | FAIR | 3.6ft | 8s | NNW | 8kt | NNW | 8kt | 15°C | 15°C | 0mm |
| 3:00 PM | FAIR | 3.4ft | 8s | NNW | 10kt | NNW | 10kt | 15°C | 15°C | 0mm |
| 4:00 PM | POOR | 3.2ft | 8s | NW | 12kt | NNW | 13kt | 15°C | 16°C | 0mm |
| 5:00 PM | POOR | 3.1ft | 8s | NW | 12kt | NNW | 13kt | 15°C | 16°C | 0mm |
| 6:00 PM | POOR | 3.1ft | 8s | NNW | 12kt | NNW | 14kt | 15°C | 16°C | 0mm |
| 7:00 PM | POOR | 3ft | 8s | NNW | 12kt | NNW | 15kt | 15°C | 16°C | 0mm |
| 8:00 PM | POOR | 2.9ft | 8s | NNW | 12kt | NNW | 14kt | 15°C | 16°C | 0mm |
| 9:00 PM | POOR | 2.9ft | 8s | NNW | 12kt | NNW | 14kt | 15°C | 16°C | 0mm |
| 10:00 PM | POOR | 2.8ft | 8s | NNW | 12kt | NNW | 13kt | 15°C | 16°C | 0mm |
| 11:00 PM | GOOD | 2.8ft | 10s | NW | 10kt | N | 11kt | 15°C | 16°C | 0mm |
Saturday
Apr 4GOOD4 excellent hours
🌊 2.8-5.6ft 💨 6-9kt 🌡️ 15-17°C
Sunday
Apr 5EXCELLENT14 excellent hours
🌊 4.8-6.7ft 💨 3-12kt 🌡️ 15-17°C
Monday
Apr 6POOR1 excellent hours
🌊 4.6-6.7ft 💨 5-18kt 🌡️ 16-17°C
Tuesday
Apr 7POORCheck individual hours
🌊 4.1-14.3ft 💨 10-25kt 🌡️ 13-16°C
Wednesday
Apr 8POORCheck individual hours
🌊 10.1-14.9ft 💨 12-26kt 🌡️ 12-13°C
Thursday
Apr 9POORCheck individual hours
🌊 6.2-9.8ft 💨 22-26kt 🌡️ 13-15°C
Forecast Summary
Best Day:Check forecast for optimal conditions
Average Swell:4.0ft @ 10s
Wind Conditions:5-17kt N
Water Temperature:15-17°C
Local Knowledge & Surf Guide
Local Knowledge
Praia das Moitas is a fairly exposed beach break in the Algarve that has inconsistent waves, with winter being the favored time of year for surfing. The break offers both left and right-hand waves and works best with a southwest swell combined with offshore winds from the north or northeast. The spot is usually quiet, making it a good choice for surfers seeking less crowded conditions. The best time for consistent, clean waves is typically in January.
Best Swell Direction: SE
Bottom Type: Sand
Location: Town: Cascais | Suburb: Monte Estoril | County: Lisboa | Country: Portugal | Postcode: 2754-536 | Road: Paredão | Full Address: Paredão, Monte Estoril, Cascais e Estoril, Cascais, Lisboa, 2754-536, Portugal
Ideal Conditions
This spot performs best under these specific conditions. Forecasts take these into account when rating surf quality.
Ideal Swell DirectionSW
Ideal Wind DirectionN
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