Conditions at Praia Azul in July
July: Flat-Light Summer Groveling
July is the slowest month of the year at Praia Azul. Average swell heights bottom out near 4-5ft (1.2-1.4m) and periods hover around 8.6s, so even when there is size it lacks the strength to hold its shape. The swell direction tables are almost entirely NW and NNW, with WNW as a secondary source; this keeps some energy hitting a west-facing beach, but it is mostly wind-driven swash from the persistent Atlantic northerlies. The wind is the bigger story: NNW is by far the dominant direction at 43%, ideal offshore flow drops to 13%, and the warm landmass generates an afternoon thermal breeze that chops up the surface. Air temperatures average 20.6°C, water temperature holds at 16.8°C, and rain is almost nonexistent. This is a small-wave month best reserved for longboarders, beginners and anyone willing to work for a few clean morning waves.
Average Spot conditions at Praia Azul in July
Swell history for July
Wind history for July
Swell quality
Analyze the groundswell consistency at Praia Azul during July. Based on historical data, there is a % probability of groundswell occurring this month. The chart below provides a detailed breakdown of the average wave height distribution, offering deep insights into the swell quality and surf potential you can expect at Praia Azul for your next trip in July.
Ground swell
Ground swell by size
Wind conditions
Evaluate the wind and swell alignment at Praia Azul for July. Our analysis shows that favorable offshore or side-shore winds coincide with surfable swell approximately % of the time. The accompanying graph illustrates the average size distribution of waves during these optimal wind windows at Praia Azul.