Madeira Surf and Ocean Conditions
Live swell, wind and water conditions for Madeira's surf spots, beaches and sea pools, with a forecast and, at most spots, a live webcam. Updated 21 Oct, 22:15 (Madeira local time).
Spots and current conditions
- Jardim do Mar - Southwest, Surf - 0.8m swell at 8.8s, water 23C (Moderate)
- Paul do Mar - Southwest, Surf - 0.9m swell at 9.4s, water 23C (Moderate), live webcam
- Ribeira da Janela - Northwest, Surf - 0.9m swell at 9.4s, water 23C (Moderate)
- Porto da Cruz - Northeast, Surf - 0.8m swell at 7.2s, water 23C (Moderate), live webcam
- Sao Vicente - North, Surf - 0.5m swell at 7.1s, water 23C (Small), live webcam
- Seixal - North, Beach - 0.9m swell at 9.4s, water 23C (Moderate), live webcam
- Madalena do Mar - South, Surf - 0.6m swell at 7.9s, water 24C (Moderate), live webcam
- Lugar de Baixo - South, Surf - 0.6m swell at 7.9s, water 24C (Moderate), live webcam
- Praia Formosa - South, Beach - 0.7m swell at 5.6s, water 24C (Moderate), live webcam
- Machico - East, Beach - 0.7m swell at 4.1s, water 23C (Moderate), live webcam
- Porto Moniz - Northwest, Sea Pools - 1.1m swell at 10.2s, water 23C (Moderate), live webcam
- Calheta - Southwest, Beach - 0.8m swell at 8.8s, water 23C (Moderate), live webcam
- Doca do Cavacas - South, Sea Pools - 0.7m swell at 5.6s, water 24C (Moderate)
- Garajau - Southeast, Dive Site - 0.7m swell at 4.6s, water 23C (Moderate), live webcam
Common questions
What are the best surf spots in Madeira?
Madeira's best-known surf breaks are on the west and north coasts, including Jardim do Mar, Paul do Mar, Ribeira da Janela, Porto da Cruz. The southwest points work best on a solid swell; the north coast picks up Atlantic swell more often.
Where can beginners surf in Madeira?
Sheltered sandy bays like Machico, Praia Formosa in Funchal and Calheta are the most beginner-friendly, with calmer water than the exposed points.
What is the sea temperature in Madeira?
The Atlantic around Madeira stays mild all year, roughly 18C in late winter and up to about 24C in late summer, so a spring or summer wetsuit is usually enough.
When is surf season in Madeira?
The bigger, more consistent swells arrive in autumn through spring when North Atlantic storms send groundswell to the north and west coasts. Summer is generally smaller and better for learners and swimmers.