Is August a good time for surfing at Praia do Amado?
August is a good month for surfing at Praia do Amado (best: January–March). Waves 1.6 m, water 17°C (4/3 wetsuit), air 25°C.
Plan your trip to Praia do AmadoEvery month at a glance, daily wind and waves from years of weather statistics, photos, videos and local tips.Updated November 2026 · weather data 2022–2026
In short
- Waves: 1.6 m on average (daily maximum)
- Water: 17°C, 4/3 wetsuit
- Air: 25°C by day, 18°C at night
- Weather: 31 sunny days, 1 rainy day
Wave height: average daily maximum. Figures from 5 years of weather data (Open-Meteo).
Best time to go →Other spots for surfing in August
Within 1,500 km, ranked by wave height and, a little, warm water.
Other surfing spots in Portugal in August →Where to go surfing in August →Schools and camps near Praia do Amado
- Amado Surfcamp Camp 2.9 km
- Surf'N'Sand Eco Farm 2.8 km
- Surf School Camp 3 km
- FunRide Surfcamp 8.9 km
Camps and schools are from OpenStreetMap; check with them directly before you book.
Questions
Is August a good time for surfing at Praia do Amado?
August is a good month for surfing at Praia do Amado (best: January–March). Waves 1.6 m, water 17°C (4/3 wetsuit), air 25°C.
How warm is the water at Praia do Amado in August?
About 17°C: 4/3 wetsuit.
How big are the waves at Praia do Amado in August?
About 1.6 m on average (daily maximum).
What is the weather like at Praia do Amado in August?
Around 25°C by day and 18°C at night, with about 31 sunny and 1 rainy days.
Where else can I go surfing in August?
Within 1,500 km: Imsouane (2 m waves), Taghazout (1.8 m waves) & Taghazout – Anchor Point (1.8 m waves).
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