Ponta Ruiva Surf Guide
Ponta Ruiva in The Algarve is an exposed reef break that has pretty consitent surf. The optimum time of year for waves is autumn. The best wind direction is from the southeast. Waves just as likely from local windswells as from distant groundswells and the ideal swell direction is from the northwest. There is no reef break. The quality of the surf isn't affected by the tide. Even when there are waves, it's not likley to be crowded. Watch out for rocks and locals.
Ponta Ruiva Spot Info
| Type: | Rating: | Reliability: | Todays Sea Temp*: |
|---|---|---|---|
| fairly consistent | 19.6°C*ocean temperature recorded from satellite |
Surfing Ponta Ruiva:
The best conditions reported for surf at Ponta Ruiva occur when a Northwest swell combines with an offshore wind direction from the Southeast.
Ponta Ruiva Surf:
Wednesday, 28 October 2026, 10:54 Local time| Mercoledì 28 | ||||
| 9AM | 12PM | 3PM | 6PM | |
| Wave (m) | ||||
| Periodo (s) | 13 | 13 | 13 | 12 |
| Vento (km/h) | ||||
| Stato del vento | cross | on | cross- on |
cross- on |

















