
Surf Forecasts:
El Agujero surf forecast from 16 Jul 2026:
- Most powerful swell: Wednesday 22 Jul, 10PM (local time) - 8ft (2.4m), 8s period, NNE swell with 640 kJ wave energy.
Best Forecast Surf Conditions for El Agujero this week:
The most powerful waves expected at El Agujero in the next 16 days are 2.4m 8s and forecast to arrive on Wednesday (Jul 22) at 10PM. Winds are predicted to be onshore at the time the swell arrives. The largest open ocean swell (not directed at the beach) is 0.2m 18s period and expected on Saturday (Jul 18) at 10AM.
| Wave Type | Time (WEST) & Date | Wave Height & Period |
|---|---|---|
| Next good surf (1 star+) | - | - |
| Best Surf | - | - |
| Most Powerful | 10PM (Wed 22nd Jul) | 8ft (2.4m) 8s |
Table - best surf conditions forecast for El Agujero over the next 16 days.
The Lowdown
Alright folks, Rusty here. I’ve had a good look at the charts for the coming weeks, and I gotta be honest with you – it’s a tough stretch for the local breaks.
Right now, the only solid option we’ve got on the board is El Agujero. This is a consistent reef break, exposed to the swell, and it’s an intermediate-level wave. The water temp is sitting at 23.2° which is a touch warmer than normal for this time of year, so the shorty is fine.
The trouble is, the wind is just not playing ball. For the first few days, starting Thursday the 16th, we’re looking at a cross-onshore breeze at 12 mph, making for choppy, poor surf. The swell is tiny at 3.3 ft from the NE, with a short period of 5 seconds and weak energy (88). It’s just not worth paddling out for.
The swell does start to build as we head into the weekend. By Saturday the 18th, we’re seeing 5.2 ft from the NNE, but the period is still short at 7 seconds. The energy is picking up to moderate levels (251), but the wind is getting stronger, hitting 16 mph and staying cross-onshore. It’s going to be lumpy and messy.
This pattern pretty much holds through the entire forecast. The swell gets bigger – we’re talking 7.9 ft by Friday the 24th and into the following week. The energy gets strong, hitting values like 727, 899, and even 980 by the 26th. But here’s the kicker: the wind is almost always cross-onshore or onshore, and it’s a stiff breeze, often 16-19 mph. The data is consistently calling it “poor surf conditions.” The swell direction is NNE, which isn’t the optimum for this spot (which prefers NNW).
For a break like El Agujero, which is a reef, you really want that clean glass or offshore wind to make it work. With this constant onshore flow, it’s going to be a battle. The waves will be there, but the quality just won’t be. By the time the swell gets over 8.2 ft around the 25th and 26th, it’s really only for the experts out there, and even then, the wind is going to ruin it.
There’s a small window on the 21st and 22nd where the wind swings more to “on” direction, but it’s still a strong breeze, and the surf quality is still marked as poor. It’s a tough call. Honestly, for a surfer, this setup looks more interesting for a kite session than a paddle session, given the consistent wind and building swell.
So, the honest truth from me is: don’t get your hopes up. There’s essentially a 16-day stretch of poor-quality surf ahead. The swell is there, but the wind is a deal-breaker. It’s a rare blank run for this area.
Short Range ForecastMostly dry. Warm (max 24°C on Thu morning, min 21°C on Thu night). Wind will be generally light. | Days 4-6 Weather SummaryMostly dry. Warm (max 23°C on Sun morning, min 21°C on Sun night). Mainly fresh winds. | ||||||||||||||||||||
Thursday 16 | Friday 17 | Saturday 18 | Sunday 19 | Monday 20 | Tuesday 21 | Wednesday 22 | |||||||||||||||
AM | 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) | NE 5 | NE 6 | NNE 6 | NE 6 | NE 7 | NNE 7 | NE 7 | NNE 7 | NNE 7 | NNE 7 | NNE 7 | NNE 7 | NNE 7 | NNE 8 | NNE 8 | NNE 8 | NNE 8 | NNE 7 | NNE 7 | NNE 8 | NNE 8 |
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49 | 72 | 99 | 149 | 163 | 218 | 251 | 230 | 294 | 311 | 320 | 418 | 495 | 429 | 447 | 372 | 353 | 462 | 498 | 576 | 591 | |
Wind (km/h) | |||||||||||||||||||||
Wind State on-shore cross-onshore cross-shore cross-offshore off-shore glassy | cross-on | cross-on | cross-on | cross-on | cross-on | cross-on | cross-on | on | cross-on | cross-on | cross-on | cross-on | cross-on | cross-on | on | on | on | on | on | cross-on | cross-on |
High Tide | 3:43PM2.33m | 4:13AM2.00m | 4:27PM2.28m | 4:57AM1.92m | 5:11PM2.16m | 5:40AM1.82m | 5:55PM1.99m | 6:26AM1.71m | 6:42PM1.80m | 7:16AM1.61m | 7:36PM1.62m | 8:15AM1.53m | 8:42PM1.49m | ||||||||
Low Tide | 10:03PM-0.02m | 10:07AM0.15m | 10:47PM0.07m | 10:50AM0.23m | 11:30PM0.20m | 11:34AM0.35m | 00:14AM0.34m | 12:21PM0.49m | 00:59AM0.49m | 1:15PM0.62m | 1:52AM0.62m | 2:23PM0.72m | 2:58AM0.71m | ||||||||
7:15 | — | — | 7:16 | — | — | 7:16 | — | — | 7:16 | — | — | 7:18 | — | — | 7:18 | — | — | 7:18 | — | — | |
— | — | 9:00 | — | — | 9:00 | — | — | 9:00 | — | — | 9:00 | — | 8:59 | — | — | 8:59 | — | — | 8:58 | — | |
mm | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — |
Temp °C | 24 | 24 | 23 | 24 | 24 | 22 | 24 | 24 | 22 | 23 | 23 | 21 | 23 | 23 | 21 | 23 | 23 | 21 | 23 | 23 | 21 |
Feels °C | 24 | 23 | 24 | 24 | 23 | 21 | 23 | 23 | 21 | 21 | 21 | 19 | 21 | 21 | 19 | 22 | 21 | 19 | 21 | 21 | 19 |
Swell 1 Height (m) Direction Period (s) | N 8 | WNW 9 | NW 8 | S 12 | SW 19 | S 11 | SSW 18 | SSW 18 | S 17 | SSW 16 | SSW 16 | SSW 15 | SSW 14 | SSW 15 | SSW 14 | SSW 13 | SSW 13 | SSW 12 | SSW 13 | SSW 11 | SSW 12 |
31 | 8 | 3 | 3 | 15 | 2 | 30 | 30 | 6 | 25 | 25 | 23 | 21 | 21 | 20 | 17 | 17 | 15 | 16 | 12 | 13 | |
Swell 2 Height (m) Direction Period (s) | WNW 9 | S 14 | S 13 | NW 8 | S 12 | S 19 | S 11 | S 11 | S 10 | S 10 | NW 8 | NW 8 | S 9 | NW 8 | N 9 | NW 11 | NW 11 | NW 10 | NW 10 | NW 10 | NW 9 |
8 | 4 | 3 | 3 | 3 | 7 | 2 | 2 | 2 | 2 | 3 | 3 | 2 | 2 | 2 | 5 | 5 | 4 | 4 | 4 | 3 | |
Swell 3 Height (m) Direction Period (s) | S 12 | N 11 | N 10 | S 21 | W 8 | W 8 | — | — | W 9 | NW 9 | S 10 | S 9 | N 10 | S 12 | NW 12 | — | — | S 8 | — | — | — |
3 | 2 | 2 | 9 | 1 | 1 | — | — | 2 | 3 | 2 | 2 | 2 | 3 | 6 | — | — | 1 | — | — | — | |
Wind waves Height (m) Direction Period (s) | NE 5 | NE 6 | NNE 6 | NE 6 | NE 7 | NNE 7 | NE 7 | NNE 7 | NNE 7 | NNE 7 | NNE 7 | NNE 7 | NNE 7 | NNE 8 | NNE 8 | NNE 8 | NNE 8 | NNE 7 | NNE 7 | NNE 8 | NNE 8 |
49 | 72 | 99 | 149 | 163 | 218 | 251 | 230 | 294 | 311 | 320 | 418 | 495 | 429 | 447 | 372 | 353 | 462 | 498 | 576 | 591 | |
Nearest Offshore or Glassy | |||||||||||||||||||||
Distance (km) | 105 | 525 | 105 | 116 | 44 | 62 | 45 | 44 | 45 | 45 | 45 | 45 | 45 | 105 | 104 | 105 | 105 | 105 | 105 | 105 | 105 |
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Information about the El Agujero Surf forecast
The above surf forecast table for El Agujero provides essential information for determining whether the surfing conditions will be good over the next 16 days. A general guide to surfing at El Agujero can be found by selecting the local surf guide option on the grey menu. Our El Agujero 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 (El Agujero) 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 El Agujero 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.
El Agujero is 2 km (1 miles) from Galdar. If you plan a holiday in Gran Canaria, look for hotels and other accommodation in Galdar. Galdar has rooms for a wide range of budgets as well as car hire and transport links.










