Amoreira - surf spot statistics

Amoreira in Portugal offers surfable conditions year-round, but the best months for quality waves and favorable wind conditions are typically from October through March. During this period, ground swell dominates (64-90%), providing powerful, clean waves with mean swell sizes ranging from 1.5m to 2.0m, peaking in January and December. Wind conditions are far from perfect, but late autumn and winter still have the highest percentages of good winds (22-25%) compared to the rest of the year. The worst months for surfing are June, July, and August, when wind swell becomes predominant (70-81%), wave size drops to 1.0-1.1m, and bad wind conditions prevail (83-84%). Spring (April-May) and early autumn (September) serve as transition periods, with declining ground swell influence but manageable wave heights. If you’re looking for consistency and size, target the winter months, but be prepared for challenging winds—October and November offer a slightly better balance of swell and wind conditions compared to deep winter. Summer is best avoided unless you’re after small, less predictable waves.

July at Amoreira offers relatively small but consistent surf conditions, with an average swell height of 1.0m and a decent period of 8.8s, providing clean, rideable waves. The dominant swell direction is from the NW and WNW, accounting for the majority of waves in the 0.5-2.5m range, with the best consistency in the 0.5-1.5m range. Larger swells (1.5-2.5m) are less frequent but do occur, primarily from NW and WNW directions. Wind conditions are variable, with only 16% of the time being ideal for surfing—typically lighter winds from favorable directions. Stronger winds, particularly from N to NW, can create choppy or blown-out conditions, especially when exceeding 20kph. Surfers can expect mostly small to medium-sized waves with occasional bigger sets, but wind quality is a limiting factor, making early mornings or protected sessions more reliable. Overall, July is decent for intermediate surfers but may lack power for advanced riders seeking larger, cleaner conditions.