Vale do Lobo Surf Report & Forecast

Almancil, Portugal

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Local Knowledge & Surf Guide

Local Knowledge

Vale do Lobo is an exposed beach break in The Algarve that offers pretty consistent surf, featuring both left and right-hand waves. The most favorable conditions are a West-Southwest swell from a mix of groundswells and windswells combined with offshore winds from the Northeast. The break works best around mid tide. When the surf is working, it can get crowded, and surfers should take special care here if it gets very crowded. The best time for consistent, clean waves is typically in January.

Best Swell Direction: SW
Bottom Type: Sand
Location: City: Almancil | Neighborhood: Vale de Lobo | County: Faro | Country: Portugal | Postcode: 8135-034 | Road: Estrada da Horta | Full Address: Estrada da Horta, Vale de Lobo, Almancil, Loulé, Faro, 8135-034, Portugal

Ideal Conditions

This spot performs best under these specific conditions. Forecasts take these into account when rating surf quality.

Ideal Swell DirectionWSW
Ideal Wind DirectionNE

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