Surf Forecasts:
Arguineguin surf forecast from 18 Aug 2026:
- Best quality surf: Tuesday 18 Aug, 1PM (local time) - 2.5ft (0.8m), 13s period, SSW swell with glassy winds.
- Most powerful swell: Thursday 20 Aug, 7AM (local time) - 3ft (0.9m), 14s period, SSW swell with 297 kJ wave energy.
- Next surfable swell (1★+): Tuesday 18 Aug, 10AM (local time) - 2.5ft (0.7m), 14s period with SSW swell.
Best Forecast Surf Conditions for Arguineguin this week:
The surf forecast for Arguineguin over the next 16 days: The first swell (rated 1 star or higher) is forecast to arrive on Tuesday (Aug 18) at 10AM. The primary swell is predicted to be 0.7m and 14s period with a secondary swell of 0.1m and 7s. The wind is predicted to be glassy as the swell arrives.
The most powerful waves expected at Arguineguin in the next 16 days are 0.9m 14s and forecast to arrive on Thursday (Aug 20) at 7AM. Winds are predicted to be glassy at the time the swell arrives. The largest open ocean swell (not directed at the beach) is 0.7m 8s period and expected on Wednesday (Aug 19) at 4PM.
| Wave Type | Time (WEST) & Date | Wave Height & Period |
|---|---|---|
| Next good surf (1 star+) | 10AM (Tue 18th Aug) | 2.5ft (0.7m) 14s |
| Best Surf | 1PM (Tue 18th Aug) | 2.5ft (0.8m) 13s |
| Most Powerful | 7AM (Thu 20th Aug) | 3ft (0.9m) 14s |
Table - best surf conditions forecast for Arguineguin over the next 16 days.
The Lowdown
Alright folks, let’s break down what’s happening for Arguineguin. Rusty here, and the next couple of weeks are a real mixed bag. We start off with a sweet little run of clean waves, but then it goes dead flat for a solid stretch before maybe showing some life again at the very end.
Right now, starting Tuesday the 18th of August, we’re in business. It’s small but clean, with swell out of the SSW around 2ft and a 14-second period. The combined energy is moderate at 166, and with glassy, near-calm wind, Arguineguin is looking like a fun little wave. Water temp is about average for the season, nothing crazy.
Wednesday the 19th is the real standout. The swell holds at 3ft from the SSW, but the period stretches out to a very long 16 seconds. That’s proper groundswell energy. Combined energy hits 281, and with zero wind in the morning making it glassy, this will be the cleanest, most lined-up waves of the whole window. This is a reef break that’s inconsistent, but when it’s on like this, it’s pure quality. The long period will mean bigger gaps between sets, but the shape will be worth it. Get out there early.
Thursday the 20th keeps the run going with similar 3ft SSW swell, though the period drops to 14 seconds. Still clean and glassy with light winds, energy at 261. Very fun.
Friday the 21st stays good, with 2ft SSW swell and offshore winds in the morning. A little cleaner, but the energy drops slightly. Still very surfable.
Saturday the 22nd is the last of the good stuff. Swell drops to 2ft, energy is weak at just 101, and while the wind is clean, the waves are getting small and ordinary.
Then from Sunday the 23rd all the way through to Saturday the 29th of August, it’s a flat spell. A big gap of about a week with waves barely hitting 1ft. The energy is in the double digits or low single digits. Nothing to ride.
Sunday the 30th of August shows a tiny flicker. A 1ft swell from the SSW but with a very long 18-second period. Combined energy is just 70, so it’s weak. It’s there, but barely.
Now, heading into Monday the 31st of August, we get a little more hope. Swell builds to 2ft from the SSW with a 16-second period, and combined energy jumps to 195. The morning is glassy, so it could be worth a look, but it's still small.
The real potential for the second week comes on Tuesday the 1st of September. That’s the one to circle on the calendar if you can wait. Swell is back up to 3ft from the SSW with a 14-second period, combined energy of 233, and offshore wind in the morning making it clean. It’s a long-range call, so don’t lock it in, but it’s promising.
Wednesday the 2nd of September fades again, so that Tuesday is the clear target if you’re patient.
Overall, the first few days are the clear winners. Wednesday the 19th is the absolute best on offer for quality. After that, it’s a week of flatness, then a potential return right at the start of September. Keep your eyes peeled, and don’t sleep on that Wednesday morning.
Rusty.
Short Range ForecastMostly dry. Warm (max 27°C on Thu afternoon, min 22°C on Mon night). Wind will be generally light. | Days 4-6 Weather SummaryMostly dry. Warm (max 27°C on Fri afternoon, min 22°C on Sat night). Wind will be generally light. | ||||||||||||||||||||
Tuesday 18 | Wednesday 19 | Thursday 20 | Friday 21 | Saturday 22 | Sunday 23 | Monday 24 | |||||||||||||||
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Wave Height (m) Direction Period (s) | SSW 14 | SSW 13 | SSW 13 | SSW 16 | SSW 15 | SSW 14 | SSW 14 | SSW 13 | SSW 14 | SSW 14 | SSW 14 | SSW 13 | SSW 13 | SSW 13 | SSW 13 | SSW 12 | SSW 12 | SSW 12 | SSW 12 | SSW 12 | SSW 11 |
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163 | 201 | 100 | 280 | 172 | 239 | 210 | 204 | 239 | 215 | 207 | 141 | 99 | 98 | 65 | 50 | 49 | 48 | 28 | 27 | 25 | |
Wind (km/h) | |||||||||||||||||||||
Wind State on-shore cross-onshore cross-shore cross-offshore off-shore glassy | glassy | glassy | cross-off | glassy | glassy | off | glassy | glassy | cross-off | off | cross-off | cross-off | cross-off | cross-off | cross-off | glassy | glassy | glassy | cross-off | glassy | off |
High Tide | 5:18AM1.67m | 5:34PM1.64m | 5:58AM1.55m | 6:19PM1.45m | 6:48AM1.42m | 7:22PM1.29m | 8:06AM1.33m | 9:04PM1.22m | 9:51AM1.34m | 10:44PM1.27m | 11:08AM1.44m | 11:43PM1.38m | 11:58AM1.59m | 00:24AM1.51m | |||||||
Low Tide | 11:18AM0.42m | 11:41PM0.49m | 12:02PM0.57m | 00:22AM0.64m | 1:02PM0.71m | 1:25AM0.76m | 2:42PM0.79m | 3:12AM0.81m | 4:33PM0.74m | 4:47AM0.74m | 5:38PM0.62m | 5:42AM0.61m | 6:20PM0.49m | ||||||||
7:33 | — | — | 7:33 | — | — | 7:35 | — | — | 7:35 | — | — | 7:35 | — | — | 7:35 | — | — | 7:37 | — | — | |
— | 8:37 | — | — | 8:37 | — | — | 8:36 | — | — | 8:35 | — | — | 8:34 | — | — | 8:32 | — | — | 8:31 | — | |
mm | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — |
Temp °C | 24 | 24 | 26 | 25 | 25 | 24 | 25 | 27 | 26 | 26 | 27 | 25 | 25 | 26 | 23 | 24 | 25 | 24 | 24 | 25 | 24 |
Feels °C | 27 | 27 | 27 | 28 | 28 | 27 | 27 | 30 | 27 | 28 | 28 | 26 | 25 | 26 | 23 | 26 | 27 | 26 | 26 | 28 | 25 |
Swell 1 Height (m) Direction Period (s) | SSW 14 | SSW 13 | SSW 13 | SSW 16 | SSW 15 | SSW 14 | SSW 14 | SSW 13 | SSW 14 | SSW 14 | SSW 14 | SSW 13 | SSW 13 | SSW 13 | SSW 13 | SSW 12 | SSW 12 | SSW 12 | SSW 12 | SSW 12 | SSW 11 |
163 | 201 | 98 | 280 | 172 | 239 | 210 | 204 | 239 | 215 | 207 | 141 | 99 | 98 | 65 | 50 | 49 | 48 | 28 | 27 | 25 | |
Swell 2 Height (m) Direction Period (s) | SW 7 | NNW 8 | SSW 16 | N 3 | SSW 12 | W 8 | SSW 16 | SSW 16 | NW 9 | NW 9 | W 8 | NW 8 | W 9 | W 9 | N 11 | NNW 10 | N 9 | NNW 9 | E 4 | N 8 | E 5 |
2 | 6 | 100 | 2 | 28 | 1 | 51 | 51 | 3 | 3 | 1 | 3 | 1 | 2 | 2 | 19 | 2 | 8 | 2 | 6 | 5 | |
Swell 3 Height (m) Direction Period (s) | S 7 | S 7 | SW 7 | W 8 | NNW 8 | NW 10 | NW 10 | NW 9 | W 9 | — | W 11 | W 10 | W 8 | N 12 | W 9 | E 4 | W 9 | W 8 | N 9 | W 8 | N 8 |
1 | 1 | 2 | 1 | 7 | 4 | 4 | 3 | 2 | — | 2 | 2 | 1 | 3 | 2 | 1 | 1 | 1 | 2 | 1 | 5 | |
Wind waves Height (m) Direction Period (s) | NNW 8 | NNE 9 | NNW 8 | NE 9 | NE 8 | N 8 | N 3 | N 3 | N 3 | N 3 | N 3 | N 3 | N 3 | N 3 | NNE 5 | ENE 5 | NE 4 | ENE 4 | — | NE 4 | N 2 |
6 | 43 | 11 | 26 | 72 | 21 | 2 | 2 | 8 | 3 | 2 | 8 | 5 | 3 | 7 | 9 | 4 | 1 | — | 5 | 1 | |
Nearest Offshore or Glassy | |||||||||||||||||||||
Distance (km) | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 27 | 27 | 27 | 109 | 109 | 109 |
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Information about the Arguineguin Surf forecast
The above surf forecast table for Arguineguin provides essential information for determining whether the surfing conditions will be good over the next 16 days. A general guide to surfing at Arguineguin can be found by selecting the local surf guide option on the grey menu. Our Arguineguin surf forecast is unique since it includes wave energy (power) that defines the real feel of the surf rather than just the height or the period. If you surf the same spot (Arguineguin) regularly then make a mental note of the wave energy from the surf forecast table each time you go. Very soon you may start to choose your surf days based on the wave energy alone combined with our forecast of favourable offshore wind conditions. Our star ratings will help here and of course you will also find the usual wave height and period predictions on our surf forecasts as well as a full break down of the swell components under our advanced users option (to reveal that, click the little Einstein character under the tide times).
Further information to help with frequently asked questions about our surf forecast for Arguineguin may be found under the help tab on the top menu and also by moving your mouse over the question marks on the surf forecast table itself. Please always bear in mind that the forecast is for near-shore open water and local factors at each surf break influence the actual breaking wave height, such as the beach / reef profile, water depths offshore and shelter.
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