Surfmelier
by Board Exchange
Atlantic Surf Intelligence
Atualizado diariamente às 04:00 ·
Surfmelier is Board Exchange's free daily surf forecast for Portugal, covering eight Atlantic regions from Matosinhos to Madeira. Each report combines live swell height, period and wind data with board recommendations for beginner, intermediate and advanced surfers — so you know what to ride before you paddle out.
A swell desta semana
A analisar condições do Atlântico...
Prancha da semana
Iniciante
Intermédio
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250+ pranchas inspecionadas · Enviamos para toda a Europa
Previsão 5 dias — Portugal
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How Surfmelier Works
Surfmelier is built and updated daily by Board Exchange, Europe's largest used surfboard warehouse. It combines open-access marine and weather models — wave height, period, swell direction and wind — for eight regions along the Portuguese Atlantic coast and islands. From these inputs, Surfmelier calculates a wave power index (height squared × period) and a swell quality rating, from wind chop to full groundswell, then matches conditions against wind direction relative to each spot's exposure. The result is a board recommendation for three surfer levels — beginner, intermediate and advanced — updated live as conditions change.
Surf spots covered by Surfmelier
Norte — Matosinhos
Beach break exposed to the northwest, near Porto. Consistent year-round with multiple peaks along the sand.
Peniche — Lagide / Supertubos
West-facing beach break, home to the WSL Championship Tour stop at Supertubos. Handles size well and holds swell from multiple directions.
Ericeira — Ribeira d'Ilhas
Reef break inside Europe's only World Surfing Reserve, exposed to the northwest. Long, rippable right-hand point.
Lisboa — Carcavelos
West-facing beach break close to Lisbon and Board Exchange's own warehouse in Cascais. A reliable, beginner-friendly peak.
Arrifana
West-facing reef break on the Costa Vicentina, in the southwest of Portugal. Picks up swell that misses more sheltered Algarve spots.
Algarve — Faro
South-facing beach break, sheltered from the dominant Atlantic swell direction. Best on south or southwest swells.
Açores — Santa Bárbara
North-facing reef break on São Miguel island, mid-Atlantic. Exposed to north swells that Portugal's mainland coast doesn't receive.
Madeira — Jardim do Mar
Southwest-facing reef break, historically one of Europe's premier big-wave point breaks.
Frequently Asked Questions
What data does Surfmelier use for surf forecasts in Portugal?
Surfmelier combines open-access marine and weather models — wave height, period, direction and wind — for eight regions across mainland Portugal, the Azores and Madeira, refreshed live in the browser.
How does Surfmelier recommend which surfboard to ride?
It calculates a wave power index from swell height and period, then matches current conditions to board types across three levels — beginner, intermediate and advanced — so you can see in seconds whether the day calls for a softboard, a fish, or a step-up.
Which surf spots does Surfmelier cover?
Eight regions along the Portuguese Atlantic coast and islands: Matosinhos (Norte), Peniche, Ericeira, Carcavelos (Lisboa), Arrifana, the Algarve, the Azores and Madeira.
Is Surfmelier free to use?
Yes. Surfmelier is a free daily surf intelligence tool from Board Exchange, Europe's largest used surfboard warehouse, with 250+ inspected boards in stock shipping across Europe.
How often is Surfmelier updated?
Conditions refresh live each time the page loads, and the swell overview and board recommendations are rebuilt daily.