Ambriz Beach
Ambriz Beach is a remote beach break north of Luanda, offering quality waves with virtually no one around. The town of Ambriz was once an important Portuguese trading post, and the colonial-era buildings add historical interest to the surf trip. The beach produces fun peaks when SW swells arrive.
Ambriz Beach surf forecast
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Spot Details
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- Optimal direction
- SW (225°)
- Direction range
- 200° - 260°
- Size range
- 1m - 2.5m
- Ideal size
- 1.7m - 2.1m
- Height multiplier
- 0.97×
- Ideal period
- 14s+
Wind Requirements
- Optimal direction
- E (90°)
- Offshore range
- 60° - 130°
Tide Requirements
- Optimal tide
- mid
- Optimal range
- 0.3m - 2m
Water temp
26°C
Wetsuit
Boardshorts / Rashguard
Difficulty
5/10
Crowd level
2/10
Access: North of Luanda near airport.
Frequently Asked Questions
What tide is best at Ambriz Beach?
The Ambriz Beach profile favors mid tide, ideally between 0.3m and 2m on the local tide chart. Compare this preference with the forecast tide and local conditions before choosing a session.
What wind direction is offshore at Ambriz Beach?
The Ambriz Beach profile uses wind from E (90°) as its preferred direction, with an offshore range of 60° to 130°. Wind speed matters too: light winds outside that range can still produce surfable conditions, while strong offshore winds can make takeoffs difficult.
What swell size and direction work best at Ambriz Beach?
The Ambriz Beach scoring profile favors swell from SW (200° to 260°), a swell-height range of 1m to 2.5m, and a reference period of 14s. These are model inputs, not guaranteed breaking-wave heights or a promise that the surf will suit every ability.
When is the best time of year to surf Ambriz Beach?
The main season at Ambriz Beach is Apr-Sep. A secondary window runs Mar, Oct. SW swell season. North of Luanda near airport.
How do I get to Ambriz Beach?
The spot profile lists LAD as a nearby airport. The estimated road transfer is 180 minutes. North of Luanda near airport.
What kind of wave is Ambriz Beach?
Ambriz Beach is a beach break, a peak with lefts and rights. Difficulty is rated 5/10.
Best Season
Peak: Apr-Sep
Secondary: Mar, Oct
SW swell season. North of Luanda near airport.
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