Beach break · Leiria · All levels
Forecast for Tuesday 1 September
Intermediate : Slim pickings. Only if you're desperate. — Best window: 6h–8h
Today's score by level (at the day's best, out of 100)
Town side of Nazaré — a sandy beach break with lefts and rights, more accessible than the North. Surfable for most levels when conditions are moderate. A beautiful bay with a unique fishing village atmosphere.
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.
Nazaré Sul 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 Nazaré Sul comes broadly from East: it's offshore, which helps shape and hold the waves. A strong onshore wind generally degrades conditions.
Around Nazaré Sul, you can also check conditions at Praia do Norte, São Pedro, Baleal Norte. Compare the scores, wind and swell direction before choosing where to surf.