Beach break · Leiria · Beginner → Advanced
Forecast for Monday 31 August
Intermediate : The wind wrecked it. Not today.
Today's score by level (at the day's best, out of 100)
Sheltered beach ideal for learning. Surf schools, campsites and surf shops in Peniche nearby. A gentle introduction to Portuguese surf.
Autumn is the queen season. Winter brings the big sessions, spring stays very quality.
Ideal for starting out or longboarding. Mellow waves, little current, surf school usually nearby.
Easy beach access, parking usually nearby. Ask locally about seasonal currents.
Wear an appropriate wetsuit. Scout the currents before you paddle out. Respect the locals and right-of-way. Check weather and tides.
Baleal Sul is rather accessible to beginners when the waves stay small and the wind is light. Still, check currents, tide and local guidelines before entering.
The ideal wind at Baleal Sul comes broadly from North: it's offshore, which helps shape and hold the waves. A strong onshore wind generally degrades conditions.
Around Baleal Sul, you can also check conditions at Baleal Norte, Supertubos, Nazaré Sul. Compare the scores, wind and swell direction before choosing where to surf.