Vila Praia de Ancora Surf Report & Forecast

Vila Praia de Âncora, Portugal

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Local Knowledge & Surf Guide

Local Knowledge

Vila Praia de Ancora is an exposed river break in North Portugal that offers reliable surf and can work year-round. The most favorable conditions are a West swell (from both windswells and groundswells) combined with offshore winds from the Northeast. The break works best around low tide. The spot is often crowded, and surfers should be aware of crowds and pollution. The best time for consistent, clean waves is typically in September.

Best Swell Direction: W
Bottom Type: Sand
Location: Town: Vila Praia de Âncora | County: Viana do Castelo | Country: Portugal | Postcode: 4910-547 | Road: Caminho das Camboas | Full Address: Caminho das Camboas, Vila Praia de Âncora, Caminha, Viana do Castelo, 4910-547, 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 DirectionNE

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