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.

In June, Amoreira offers generally manageable surf conditions with an average swell height of 1.1m and a decent period of 9.4s, providing consistent but not overly powerful waves. The swell distribution shows that most waves come from the WNW and NW directions, with heights predominantly in the 0.5-1.5m range, occasionally reaching 2-2.5m, making it suitable for intermediate surfers. The best-quality waves occur when the wind is favorable, which happens only about 16% of the time—typically light offshore or cross-offshore winds from the NE to E. However, the most common winds are NW to NNW, often blowing at 10-30kph, which can create choppy or less ideal conditions. While June isn’t the most consistent month for epic surf, there are still rideable days, especially when wind and swell align. Expect smaller, more frequent waves with occasional mid-sized sets, but patience is key for scoring clean conditions.