Beach break · Lisboa · All levels
Forecast for Tuesday 1 September
Intermediate : Give it a shot around 6h. — Best window: 6h–8h
Today's score by level (at the day's best, out of 100)
Lisbon's reference beach with a dense surf school scene. This Portuguese beach break is very consistent. Works in various swell directions. Gets very crowded — go early or on weekdays for a better experience.
Autumn is the queen season. Winter brings the big sessions, spring stays very quality.
Good level required. You can stand, paddle and read a peak. When it fires, better know what you're doing.
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.
Carcavelos is rather recommended for intermediate surfers. If you're a beginner, prefer a surf school, a small swell and a suitable tide, or look for a more sheltered nearby spot.
The ideal wind at Carcavelos comes broadly from North: it's offshore, which helps shape and hold the waves. A strong onshore wind generally degrades conditions.
Around Carcavelos, you can also check conditions at Praia do Norte Caparica, Costa da Caparica, Guincho. Compare the scores, wind and swell direction before choosing where to surf.