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Praia do Martinhal Surf Forecast

Live wave height, wind and water temp — plus an 8-day forecast scored 0–100 for every sport.

Current conditions

Wave
1.1m
closing
Wind
5kt
onshore
Tide (MSL)
0.1m
rising
Best forE-Foil

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Is Praia do Martinhal good for surfing today? (3 Sept)

Today at Praia do Martinhal: Good for surfing — 74/100 for beginner level. Wind 5 kn E · Waves 1.1 m, 6 s · Tide 0.6–-1.3 m. Best window around 00:00 UTC. Today's conditions at Praia do Martinhal: 1.0m waves with light cross-shore wind. E-Foiling looks Excellent in the morning, with Kite Foiling also worth considering. Water temperature is 18°C / 64°F.

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Forecast for
as a
24/100Don't Bother
01 · Scores

One score per sport, per ability — physics, not vibes.

Surfing · Beginner
Featured · pick a sport or ability in the bar above
Don't Bother
24
/ 100
now · 15
Today · 24-hour forecast
peak 72 · 00
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Today's conditions
What's driving the 24
now · 15
Wave, wind and tide sync with the scrubber on the left.
Wave
1.0m
closing
Wind
10kt
onshore
Tide (MSL)
0.1m
rising
Period
5s
Water
18°C
Swell
SE 137°
Surfing · Beginner
Featured · pick a sport or ability in the bar above
Okay
57
/ 100
15
Tomorrow · 24-hour forecast
peak 60 · 21
0003060912151821
AM☀ MiddayPM
Conditions
What's driving the 57
15
Wave, wind and tide sync with the scrubber on the left.
Wave
0.6m
crumbling
Wind
4kt
onshore
Tide (MSL)
-0.4m
rising
Period
6s
Water
18°C
Swell
N 344°
Surfing · Beginner
Featured · pick a sport or ability in the bar above
Okay
62
/ 100
15
Sat · 24-hour forecast
peak 62 · 15
0003060912151821
AM☀ MiddayPM
Conditions
What's driving the 62
15
Wave, wind and tide sync with the scrubber on the left.
Wave
0.8m
mushy
Wind
7kt
cross-offshore
Tide (MSL)
-0.8m
rising
Period
6s
Water
18°C
Swell
N 338°
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03 · Location

In context.

A sheltered, SE-facing sandy bay about 650 m long, shielded from the dominant Atlantic swell by a headland. In summer the Nortada trade wind flattens the water, making this a flat-water windsurfing and kitesurfing venue. The sandy bottom slopes gently, with a rocky area at the eastern end and limestone islets just offshore. Blue Flag certified with summer lifeguards. Winter south winds bring chaotic shorebreak and strong currents.

Spec sheet
Coords
37.0194°N, 8.9252°W
Facing
SE
Nearest
Sagres
Swell now
SW 237°
Wind now
E 82°
Tide
Tracked
Updated
2026-06-16
Best for
  • Surf
  • Windsurf
  • Kite
  • Kite Foil
  • Wing
  • E-Foil
  • Paddleboarding
  • Swim
  • Kayak
  • Canoe

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04 · FAQ

Frequently asked questions.

What is the wind like at Praia do Martinhal today?

Wind at Praia do Martinhal today: 5 kn E (gusting 22 kn). Wind direction relative to the shore affects surfing conditions significantly — offshore winds produce cleaner, glassier surfaces while onshore winds add chop. These are daily averages; the 4Shor app shows hourly detail.

What are the wave conditions at Praia do Martinhal today?

Waves at Praia do Martinhal today: 1.1 m, 6 s period from SW, blown_out character. 4Shor derives nearshore wave conditions from ECMWF IFS 9-km atmospheric data and the IBI regional ocean model, updated hourly.

What time is best for surfing at Praia do Martinhal today?

The best window for surfing at Praia do Martinhal today is around 23:00 UTC, when conditions score 56/100 for intermediate level. Conditions can shift by the hour — the 4Shor app shows the full 24-hour score chart.

Is Praia do Martinhal suitable for beginners today?

For beginners, Praia do Martinhal scores 74/100 today for surfing — Good. A score of 65–79 is Good for a beginner; 80+ is Excellent (90+ is Epic!); below 45 the session is usually not worth it. 4Shor scores every location across Beginner, Intermediate, Advanced and Expert levels.

What water sports can I do at Praia do Martinhal?

Praia do Martinhal is scored for Surfing, Windsurfing, Kite Surfing, Kite Foiling, Wing Foiling, E-Foiling, Paddleboarding, Swimming, Kayaking, Canoeing in the 4Shor forecast system. Conditions are rated Beginner through Expert for each sport, updated every hour, so you always know whether the session is worth the drive.

Where is Praia do Martinhal?

Praia do Martinhal is a coastal location near Sagres in Portugal. It is one of more than 2,500 European water-sport locations scored daily by 4Shor.

How does 4Shor forecast conditions at Praia do Martinhal?

4Shor's ShorSense™ system combines satellite-derived seafloor mapping, nearshore wave models, wind and tide data to generate a hyper-local forecast. At Praia do Martinhal, conditions are scored hourly on a 0–100 scale for each sport and ability level. A score of 80+ means Excellent (90+ Epic!); 65–79 is Good; below 45 the session is usually not worth the drive.

Is 4Shor any good?

For sure it is! We have done extensive testing and refinement of the forecast models and conditions scores to provide results that you can have confidence in.

Is 4Shor for me?

If you surf, foil, paddleboard, swim or anything in between — and want to know exactly what the conditions will be like for you — then yes, 4Shor's for you. 🌊

Can 4Shor provide more accurate forecasts than my existing app?

Current forecast apps only provide swell, wind and tide data and in many cases expect you to do the analysis yourself. 4Shor goes the extra mile — we model how waves will break and build that into our forecasts to allow us to create conditions scores for your chosen water sport and skill level – something that no other app does.

What's the science behind 4Shor?

4Shor uses ShorSense™ — our coastal intelligence engine that combines satellite-derived bathymetry (fancy word for underwater mapping), advanced wave models with wind and tide data to generate precision, hyper-local forecasts.

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I am a beginner, is 4Shor for me?

Absolutely. Whether you're chasing your first green wave or doing your first kitesurf body drag, 4Shor helps you choose the right place at the right time for your sport and ability. Think of it as a smart local who knows when it's mellow enough for learning and when it's time to sit on the sand and watch.

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