Beach break · Setúbal · Beginner → Advanced
Forecast for Tuesday 1 September
Intermediate : Nothing special today. — Best window: 6h–8h
Today's score by level (at the day's best, out of 100)
South Tagus beach, long and accessible. The northern section has groynes that create some structure. Head further south for more open beach peaks away from the construction. Works on NW swell.
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.
Costa da Caparica 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 Costa da Caparica comes broadly from East: it's offshore, which helps shape and hold the waves. A strong onshore wind generally degrades conditions.
Around Costa da Caparica, you can also check conditions at Praia do Norte Caparica, Fonte da Telha, Carcavelos. Compare the scores, wind and swell direction before choosing where to surf.