Best surf foiling spots in Portugal
The best surf foiling spots in Portugal over the whole year.
Updated October 2026 · weather data 2022–2026
In short
- Best waves in Portugal: January–April, October–December (around 2.4 m, water 16°C, 4/3 wetsuit).
- Smaller waves and the warmest water, good for beginners: June–August (around 1.3 m, water 18°C, 4/3 wetsuit).
- Top picks: Peniche – Baleal, Costa da Caparica – Fonte da Telha & Carcavelos.
- For beginners: Peniche – Baleal, Carcavelos & Lagos – Meia Praia.
Peniche – BalealLeiria · best January–March12 good monthsBeginner-friendly · 15°C water in season, 5/4 wetsuit and boots · ✈ LIS 68 km2
Costa da Caparica – Fonte da TelhaSetúbal · best January–March12 good monthsIntermediate and up · 15°C water in season, 5/4 wetsuit and boots · ✈ CAT 22 km3
CarcavelosLisbon District · best January–March12 good monthsBeginner-friendly · 15°C water in season, 5/4 wetsuit and boots · ✈ CAT 6 km4
Nazaré – Praia do NorteLeiria · best January–March12 good monthsAdvanced only · 15°C water in season, 5/4 wetsuit and boots · ✈ LIS 92 km5
Lagos – Meia PraiaAlgarve · best January–March10 good monthsBeginner-friendly · 16°C water in season, 4/3 wetsuit · ✈ PRM 8 kmThe best surf foiling spots in Portugal, ranked by wave height through the year, warm water and the number of good months, from years of weather data. Wave height: average daily maximum.
Month by month in Portugal
| Month | Waves | Water | Wetsuit | Air |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| JanuaryJan | 2.7 m | 15°C | 5/4 wetsuit and boots | 16°C |
| FebruaryFeb | 2.7 m | 15°C | 5/4 wetsuit and boots | 17°C |
| MarchMar | 2.7 m | 15°C | 5/4 wetsuit and boots | 17°C |
| AprilApr | 2 m | 16°C | 4/3 wetsuit | 20°C |
| MayMay | 1.5 m | 17°C | 4/3 wetsuit | 22°C |
| JuneJun | 1.4 m | 18°C | 4/3 wetsuit | 24°C |
| JulyJul | 1.2 m | 18°C | 4/3 wetsuit | 27°C |
| AugustAug | 1.4 m | 18°C | 4/3 wetsuit | 27°C |
| SeptemberSep | 1.6 m | 17°C | 4/3 wetsuit | 25°C |
| OctoberOct | 2 m | 18°C | 4/3 wetsuit | 23°C |
| NovemberNov | 2.3 m | 18°C | 4/3 wetsuit | 19°C |
| DecemberDec | 2.4 m | 16°C | 4/3 wetsuit | 16°C |
Averages of the 5 spots on this page. Best months highlighted. Air: average daytime high.
Questions
When is the best time for surf foiling in Portugal?
Best waves in Portugal: January–April, October–December (around 2.4 m, water 16°C, 4/3 wetsuit). Smaller waves and the warmest water, good for beginners: June–August (around 1.3 m, water 18°C, 4/3 wetsuit).
What wetsuit do I need in Portugal?
It depends on the month: about 18°C water in October (4/3 wetsuit) and about 15°C in February (5/4 wetsuit and boots).
Is Portugal good for beginners?
Yes, these spots suit beginners: Peniche – Baleal, Carcavelos & Lagos – Meia Praia.
Which airport is closest?
Lisbon Humberto Delgado Airport (LIS), 68 km from Peniche – Baleal; Cascais Airport (CAT), 22 km from Costa da Caparica – Fonte da Telha; Portimão Airport (PRM), 8 km from Lagos – Meia Praia.