Praia do Cerro Surf Forecast and Surf Reports (Peniche, Portugal) (2024)

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(Peniche, Portugal) Praia do Cerro Surf Guide Praia do Cerro Spot Info Surfing Praia do Cerro: What's the best time of year to surf Praia do Cerro (for consistent clean waves)? Explore Praia do Cerro Location Map Praia do Cerro Sea Temperature Swell History at Praia do Cerro Wind History at Praia do Cerro Other Nearby Breaks Closest To: Wave Buoys Nearest To Praia do Cerro: FAQs
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Praia do Cerro Surf Forecast and Surf Reports (Peniche, Portugal) (1)Photo by: Rodrigo Campos

Praia do Cerro Surf Guide

Praia do Cerro in Peniche is a sheltered beach break that has very consistent waves and works all around the year. The best wind direction is from the south southwest. Most of the surf here comes from groundswells and the ideal swell direction is from the north northwest. The beach breaks offer lefts and rights. The location means that it never gets crowded.

Praia do Cerro Spot Info

Type:Rating:
Praia do Cerro Surf Forecast and Surf Reports (Peniche, Portugal) (2)BeachPraia do Cerro Surf Forecast and Surf Reports (Peniche, Portugal) (3)4.2
Reliability:Todays Sea Temp*:
very consistent

15.9°C*ocean temperature recorded from satellite

Surfing Praia do Cerro:

The best conditions reported for surf at Praia do Cerro occur when a North-northwest swell combines with an offshore wind direction from the South-southwest.

Surf Forecasts:

    Hourly Forecast12 Day Forecast

What's the best time of year to surf Praia do Cerro (for consistent clean waves)?

januaryBest Season: winter

The best time of year for surfing Praia do Cerro with consistent clean waves (rideable swell with light / offshore winds) is during Winterand most often the month of January. Clean surfable waves are typically found 36% of the time in January while 59% of the time it tends to be blown out. For the remaining 5% of the time it is considered too small by mostsurfers but may still be OK for beginners and groms at times.

blown out

59%

Surfable sized waves that are of poorer quality due to prevailing onshore, cross-onshore or windy conditions (may be preferable for kitesurfing).

too small

5%

Waves usually considered too small for good surf. Some wave-magnet breaks may still work though if conditions are right (on occasion).

Explore Praia do Cerro Location Map

Interactive Praia do Cerro surf break location map. View information about nearby surf breaks, their wave consistency and rating compared to other spots in the region. Current swell conditions from local buoys are shown along with live wind speed and direction from nearby weather stations. Click icons on the map for more detail. The nearest passenger airport to Praia do Cerro is Lisboa (Lisbon) Airport (LIS) in Portugal, which is 68 km (42 miles) away (directly). The second closest airport to Praia do Cerro is Porto Airport (OPO) in Acores, 218 km (135 miles) away.

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  • Praia do Cerro Surf Forecast and Surf Reports (Peniche, Portugal) (7)Surf Rating (10 Max)
  • Praia do Cerro Surf Forecast and Surf Reports (Peniche, Portugal) (8)Ocean Swells (m)
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Praia do Cerro Surf Forecast and Surf Reports (Peniche, Portugal) (10)

Please note that some surf spot locations are approximate to protect their exact location while others are not shown at close zoom level.

Praia do Cerro Surf Forecasts:

    Hourly Forecast12 Day Forecast
Todays Surf SummarySunday, 2 June 2024, 15:13 Local Time m, °C Sunday 02Monft, °F 4PM7PM10PM1AM Wave (m) 1.2NNW 1.2NNW 1.1NNW 1.1NNW Period (s) 9 9 9 9 Wind (km/h) 10 10 10 5 Wind State cross cross cross-on glass
What does Praia do Cerro look like?Latest photos from Praia do Cerro. Upload your own or view all photos on the gallery page.

Credit: Jose luis AcebedoCredit: Serafín AcebedoCredit: Rodrigo Campos

    See Also
    The Ultimate Guide to Peniche Surf - Surf Atlas
    Tides at Praia do Cerro Current tide and informaton For Peniche, Portugal, 1 km from Praia do Cerro.Next High Water: 12:35am | 3.22mNext Low Water: 06:22pm | 1.03mNEXTIS AT (local time)remaininghigh tidelow tide

    Praia do Cerro Sea Temperature

    Sunny with very warm air temperatures. In contrast the sea remains relatively cold (15.9 °C). Surfers should wear a spring or summer wetsuit though no doubt some would wear less neoprene on such a warm day, no matter what temperature the sea is.Today, many surfers would wear a spring wetsuit.Current Temp*: 15.9°C*ocean temperature recorded from satellitewater-tempView Sea Temp Map

    Swell History at Praia do Cerro

    Surf stats for Praia do Cerro, see the swell variation by month or season on the history page here.

    Praia do Cerro Surf Forecast and Surf Reports (Peniche, Portugal) (16)

    Average Swell

    View Swell Statistics

    Wind History at Praia do Cerro

    Wind stats for Praia do Cerro, see the variation in direction and stength by month or season on the history page here.

    Praia do Cerro Surf Forecast and Surf Reports (Peniche, Portugal) (19)

    Average Wind

    View Wind Statistics

    Other Nearby Breaks Closest To:

    Discover surf breaks near Praia do Cerro. Click below to view there surf guides.

    • Baia

      • Praia do Cerro Surf Forecast and Surf Reports (Peniche, Portugal) (22)Reef
      • Praia do Cerro Surf Forecast and Surf Reports (Peniche, Portugal) (23)3.8

      Reliability: inconsistent

      1km away

    • Baleal Sul

      • Praia do Cerro Surf Forecast and Surf Reports (Peniche, Portugal) (24)Beach
      • Praia do Cerro Surf Forecast and Surf Reports (Peniche, Portugal) (25)2.8

      Reliability: inconsistent

      1km away

    • Praia do Baleal

      • Praia do Cerro Surf Forecast and Surf Reports (Peniche, Portugal) (26)Beach
      • Praia do Cerro Surf Forecast and Surf Reports (Peniche, Portugal) (27)3.9

      Reliability: very consistent

      1km away

    • Molho Leste

      • Praia do Cerro Surf Forecast and Surf Reports (Peniche, Portugal) (28)Sandbar
      • Praia do Cerro Surf Forecast and Surf Reports (Peniche, Portugal) (29)3.3

      Reliability: inconsistent

      2km away

    • Supertubos

      • Praia do Cerro Surf Forecast and Surf Reports (Peniche, Portugal) (30)Beach and reef
      • Praia do Cerro Surf Forecast and Surf Reports (Peniche, Portugal) (31)3.9

      Reliability: fairly consistent

      2km away

    Wave Buoys Nearest To Praia do Cerro:

    • Closest Wave BuoyBóia de Sines165 km
    • Second closest Wave BuoyBóia de Leixões220 km
    • Third closest Wave BuoyBóia de Faro Costeira302 km
    • Fourth closest Wave BuoyGascogne Ouest Arcachon Buoy742 km
    • Fifth closest Wave BuoyBrittany Buoy908 km
    Praia do Cerro Surf Forecast and Surf Reports (Peniche, Portugal) (2024)

    FAQs

    How big are the waves in Peniche, Portugal? ›

    Average swell size is around 8-10ft in winter and summer is usually in the 4-6ft range. Storms are pretty frequent, but the peninsulas give flexibility during different wind and swell combinations.

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    Where is the best intermediate surf spot in Portugal? ›

    Cantinho da Baia, Peniche

    This spot offers the most consistent wave during the summertime. is ideal for beginners and intermediate surfers. It's a left and right peak, starting slow but as it gets to the inside becomes faster. Works best with North West winds and North West swells.

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    Where are the best surfing waves in Portugal? ›

    Surfing in Portugal 2024

    Portugal has numerous surf spots along its coastline, with the most famous ones located in the central and southern regions. Peniche, Ericeira, and Nazaré are renowned for their world-class waves, hosting international surf competitions.

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    Is Supertubos crowded? ›

    Crowd Factor

    Expect 50 to 100 surfers out when it's pumping. There's a really good chance you may not get a set wave off the peak on your own.

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    Where is the best place to surf in Peniche? ›

    Supertubos and Baleal are the 2 most famous surfing spots of Peniche. They are close in distance but have a very different dynamic.

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    Is there a 115 foot wave in Portugal? ›

    Steudtner rode a 115 feet tall wave at Nazare, Portugal.

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    What is the surf capital of Portugal? ›

    Ericeira is seen as the surfing capital of Portugal and offers an impressive variety of surf spots, crammed into just a few kilometers of coast.

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    Which beach is considered one of the region's finest for surfing in Portugal? ›

    Supertubos, Peniche

    Known for hosting the annual Rip Curl Pro Portugal, Supertubos in Peniche is one of the best waves in Portugal for surfers.

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    What month are waves best in Portugal? ›

    The prime time for surfing in Portugal is from late September to April, with consistent swells and favourable weather conditions. However, the summer months (June to August) are also popular, especially for beginners, due to warmer water and smaller waves.

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    Where is the best quiet surf spot in Portugal? ›

    Arrifana – Costa Vicentina

    In addition to enjoying the stunning seaside and its sweet waves, visitors can enjoy a long walk through Costa Vicentina's National Park and its plentiful woods. Accessible by car and by foot, it is a secluded, peaceful beach with violent, turbulent waves, perfect for surfing.

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    What month are the biggest waves in Portugal? ›

    The big wave season usually starts in October and ends in late March. Check the Forecast and Weather or sign up for the BIG WAVE ALERT to be on track for the Big Waves!

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    Is peniche good for beginner surfers? ›

    Portugal, Peniche

    These beaches are now world famous, especially SUPERTUBOS, for its powerful and tubing waves! This stretch of coast offers surfing opportunities for all levels, from beginner to pro surfer!

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    What is the water temperature in Supertubos? ›

    Today's Supertubos sea temperature is 61 °F.

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    When to surf Supertubos? ›

    The best time of the year to surf Supertubos is from September through November, i.e., during fall. Remember to bring a 3/2 mm or a 4/3 mm wetsuit. If you're a tube rider, bring at least a couple of higher-volume shortboards with thruster or quad-fin setups.

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    What is the size of the waves in Portugal? ›

    The Portuguese town of Nazaré can deliver 100-foot (30.4 meters) waves. So, how can we explain the Nazaré Canyon geomorphologic phenomenon? In the 16th century, Portuguese people and the army protected Nazaré from pirate attacks in the Promontório do Sítio, the cliff-top area 110 meters above the beach.

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    Which Portuguese town has huge waves? ›

    Praia do Norte ('North Beach') is a beach located in Nazaré, portuguese West region, which due to its giant white breaking waves is famed for its surfing conditions. Nazaré's waves were listed on the Guinness Book of Records for the biggest waves ever surfed.

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    Is Peniche good for beginner surfers? ›

    Portugal, Peniche

    These beaches are now world famous, especially SUPERTUBOS, for its powerful and tubing waves! This stretch of coast offers surfing opportunities for all levels, from beginner to pro surfer!

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    The monster wave in the famed surfing sport of Nazaré, Portugal was provisionally measured at 28.57 meters (93.72 feet), pending ratification.

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