Beach BreakBeginner — Intermediatewinter

Arrifana

Sheltered cove beach break in the western Algarve. Protected from the strongest swells. Good for beginners. Beautiful cliff-backed cove.

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Best Conditions

Swell Direction

W, NW

Swell Size

2–6 ft

Tide

any tide

Wind

offshore (E)

Season

winter

Skill Level

Beginner — Intermediate

Location

County

Algarve

Region

Algarve

Coordinates

37.2945, -8.8685

NOAA Buoy

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