Surf Forecasts:
Arrieta surf forecast from 26 Aug 2026:
- Most powerful swell: Friday 28 Aug, 7PM (local time) - 8ft (2.5m), 8s period, NNE swell with 699 kJ wave energy.
Best Forecast Surf Conditions for Arrieta this week:
The most powerful waves expected at Arrieta in the next 16 days are 2.5m 8s and forecast to arrive on Friday (Aug 28) at 7PM. Winds are predicted to be cross-shore at the time the swell arrives. The largest open ocean swell (not directed at the beach) is 1.6m 6s period and expected on Friday (Aug 28) at 1AM.
| Wave Type | Time (WEST) & Date | Wave Height & Period |
|---|---|---|
| Next good surf (1 star+) | - | - |
| Best Surf | - | - |
| Most Powerful | 7PM (Fri 28th Aug) | 8ft (2.5m) 8s |
Table - best surf conditions forecast for Arrieta over the next 16 days.
The Lowdown
Alright, Rusty here. Let's have a look at what Arrieta is serving up over the next couple of weeks.
First off, the water is sitting at a toasty 75°F which is a touch warmer than average for this time of year. That’s a nice little bonus, but unfortunately, the surf story is a real bummer. For the vast majority of the 16-day window, conditions are just plain ordinary. We're talking about a solid two-week stretch where the wind is mostly cross or cross-off from the NNE, and the quality is a big fat zero. The energy in the water is there, with moderate readings most days – we see combined energy figures like 340, 656, and even 770 at times – but the wind state just kills it, creating lumpy cross-chop or messy conditions. It’s a frustrating scenario.
From Tuesday the 25th of August right through to Thursday the 3rd of September, it’s a write-off. Even when the swell bumps up to over 7 ft on the 28th and 29th, with that strong breeze and cross-chop, it’s no good for a proper surf. For a sheltered reef break, it’s a tough look. Honestly, with those strong cross winds and that lumpy water, it looks more interesting for kite surfing than paddle surfing for most of this period.
There’s finally a glimmer on Friday the 4th of September. The morning has a light offshore from the NW at 9 mph, which is a game-changer for a reef setup like Arrieta. The swell is 5 ft from the NNW with an 8-second period (moderate energy of 239). It’s a surfable wave, but still described as "very ordinary conditions." That’s the absolute standout of the whole forecast, but it’s a low bar. The following days improve with cleaner conditions but still poor surf quality overall.
So, the honest truth? If you’re set on Arrieta, your best bet is that Friday morning, 4th of September. It’s the only window with a clean, offshore wind, but don’t expect a classic. For the rest of the 16 days, you’re better off finding something else to do.
Rusty.
Short Range ForecastMostly dry. Warm (max 23°C on Thu morning, min 21°C on Tue night). Mainly strong winds. | Days 5-7 Weather SummaryMostly dry. Warm (max 22°C on Fri afternoon, min 21°C on Fri night). Mainly fresh winds. | |||||||||||||||||||
Tue 25 | Wednesday 26 | Thursday 27 | Friday 28 | Saturday 29 | Sunday 30 | Monday 31 | ||||||||||||||
PM | Night | AM | PM | Night | AM | PM | Night | AM | PM | Night | AM | PM | Night | AM | PM | Night | AM | PM | Night | |
Swell Height Map | ||||||||||||||||||||
Wave Height (m) Direction Period (s) | NNW 9 | NNW 9 | N 8 | NNW 8 | NNW 8 | N 7 | NNW 9 | NNW 8 | NNE 7 | NNE 8 | N 8 | N 8 | NNW 10 | N 10 | N 7 | NNW 9 | NNW 8 | N 7 | NNE 7 | NNE 7 |
Wave Graph | ||||||||||||||||||||
321 | 206 | 140 | 87 | 60 | 27 | 7 | 23 | 360 | 623 | 670 | 617 | 500 | 683 | 348 | 227 | 202 | 247 | 227 | 302 | |
Wind (km/h) | ||||||||||||||||||||
Wind State on-shore cross-onshore cross-shore cross-offshore off-shore glassy | cross | cross-off | cross-off | cross | cross-off | cross | cross-off | cross | cross | cross | cross | cross | cross | cross | cross | cross | cross | cross | cross-off | cross-off |
High Tide | 1:25AM2.05m | 1:37PM2.31m | 1:56AM2.18m | 2:08PM2.44m | 2:27AM2.29m | 2:38PM2.54m | 2:58AM2.37m | 3:09PM2.58m | 3:29AM2.40m | 3:41PM2.57m | 4:02AM2.39m | 4:15PM2.49m | ||||||||
Low Tide | 7:18PM0.45m | 7:22AM0.45m | 7:50PM0.31m | 7:53AM0.32m | 8:20PM0.19m | 8:24AM0.22m | 8:50PM0.11m | 8:55AM0.16m | 9:20PM0.07m | 9:27AM0.14m | 9:51PM0.08m | 10:01AM0.17m | 10:24PM0.15m | |||||||
— | — | 7:28 | — | — | 7:28 | — | — | 7:28 | — | — | 7:28 | — | — | 7:30 | — | — | 7:30 | — | — | |
8:23 | — | — | 8:22 | — | — | 8:21 | — | — | 8:20 | — | — | 8:19 | — | — | 8:17 | — | — | 8:16 | — | |
mm | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — |
Temp °C | 22 | 21 | 22 | 22 | 22 | 23 | 23 | 21 | 22 | 22 | 21 | 22 | 22 | 21 | 22 | 22 | 21 | 22 | 23 | 22 |
Feels °C | 20 | 20 | 20 | 20 | 21 | 22 | 20 | 17 | 18 | 18 | 17 | 19 | 20 | 19 | 20 | 20 | 19 | 20 | 21 | 21 |
Swell 1 Height (m) Direction Period (s) | NNW 9 | NNW 9 | N 8 | NNW 8 | NNW 8 | N 7 | NNW 9 | NNW 8 | — | NNW 10 | NNW 12 | NNW 11 | NNW 10 | — | N 13 | NNW 9 | NNW 8 | S 15 | NNW 10 | NNW 10 |
321 | 206 | 140 | 87 | 60 | 27 | 7 | 23 | — | 33 | 30 | 153 | 500 | — | 3 | 227 | 202 | 4 | 59 | 33 | |
Swell 2 Height (m) Direction Period (s) | — | NW 10 | NW 9 | NW 9 | NW 9 | NW 8 | NW 8 | N 13 | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | N 11 | N 11 | N 11 | NNW 8 | S 14 |
— | 4 | 3 | 3 | 3 | 3 | 3 | 3 | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | 9 | 2 | 10 | 22 | 4 | |
Swell 3 Height (m) Direction Period (s) | — | — | — | — | — | N 10 | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | N 12 | W 12 | S 15 | — | — |
— | — | — | — | — | 2 | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | 3 | 3 | 4 | — | — | |
Wind waves Height (m) Direction Period (s) | NE 5 | NE 5 | NE 4 | NE 4 | NE 4 | NNE 4 | N 5 | N 6 | NNE 7 | NNE 8 | N 8 | N 8 | NE 8 | N 10 | N 7 | NE 7 | NE 7 | N 7 | NNE 7 | NNE 7 |
19 | 12 | 10 | 7 | 6 | 11 | 73 | 181 | 360 | 623 | 670 | 617 | 267 | 683 | 348 | 130 | 102 | 247 | 227 | 302 | |
Nearest Offshore or Glassy | ||||||||||||||||||||
Distance (km) | 46 | 46 | 46 | 46 | 46 | 525 | 525 | 387 | 345 | 345 | 340 | 341 | 341 | 340 | 46 | 239 | 46 | 239 | 239 | 265 |
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Information about the Arrieta Surf forecast
The above surf forecast table for Arrieta provides essential information for determining whether the surfing conditions will be good over the next 16 days. A general guide to surfing at Arrieta can be found by selecting the local surf guide option on the grey menu. Our Arrieta 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 (Arrieta) 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 Arrieta 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.
Arrieta is 12 km (7 miles) from Teguise. If you plan a holiday in Lanzarote, look for hotels and other accommodation in Teguise. Teguise has rooms for a wide range of budgets as well as car hire and transport links.











