Conditions at Faja da Areia in September
September: The Turn of the Tide
September is the first true transition month. Average swell nudges up to 5ft (1.6m) and the period stretches to 10.5s, signaling the return of genuinely organized waves. NNW swells dominate at 40.4%, with NW adding another 16.7% - a directional setup that points straight at Faja da Areia. While the size is modest, the quality is noticeably better than July and August, and there are more days with clean, power-washed lines.
Ideal offshore wind remains limited at 15%, but the Azores High is beginning to weaken and the first westerly and southwesterly breezes of autumn are starting to appear. NNE and NE winds still dominate, so stick to morning sessions. Water temperature is still warm at 23.7°C, air temperature averages 22.6°C, and rainfall begins to pick up at 0.51 mm/day. September is a teaser for the winter to come.
Average Spot conditions at Faja da Areia in September
Swell history for September
Wind history for September
Swell quality
Analyze the groundswell consistency at Faja da Areia during September. Based on historical data, there is a % probability of groundswell occurring this month. The chart below provides a detailed breakdown of the average wave height distribution, offering deep insights into the swell quality and surf potential you can expect at Faja da Areia for your next trip in September.
Ground swell
Ground swell by size
Wind conditions
Evaluate the wind and swell alignment at Faja da Areia for September. Our analysis shows that favorable offshore or side-shore winds coincide with surfable swell approximately % of the time. The accompanying graph illustrates the average size distribution of waves during these optimal wind windows at Faja da Areia.