
Surf Forecasts:
El Agujero surf forecast from 12 Jul 2026:
- Most powerful swell: Sunday 19 Jul, 1PM (local time) - 7ft (2.2m), 8s period, NNE swell with 627 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 2.2m 8s and forecast to arrive on Sunday (Jul 19) at 1PM. Winds are predicted to be onshore at the time the swell arrives. The largest open ocean swell (not directed at the beach) is 0.3m 16s period and expected on Sunday (Jul 12) at 10PM.
| Wave Type | Time (WEST) & Date | Wave Height & Period |
|---|---|---|
| Next good surf (1 star+) | - | - |
| Best Surf | - | - |
| Most Powerful | 1PM (Sun 19th Jul) | 7ft (2.2m) 8s |
Table - best surf conditions forecast for El Agujero over the next 16 days.
Alright, Rusty here again. I’ve been over the numbers for El Agujero, and it’s a tough one to call. The water is reading 23°, which is about average for the season, so no complaints there. But the surf story is a long one, and not a good one.
The first week kicks off Sunday, 12 July, with a 1.0m swell from the NNW, but the wind is onshore and the combined energy is only 154. That’s weak. It’s all poor surf. Monday and Tuesday stay tiny, with cross-onshore winds and energy dropping to 54. You’re not going to want to get wet.
We see a bit of size late in the week. Thursday, 16 July, the swell hits 1.4m, but the period is just 6 seconds, and the wind is still cross-onshore. The energy is 158, but it’s a messy, choppy wave. By Friday, 17 July, it’s 1.8m, and the energy is climbing into the 300s, but the wind is onshore and the period is short. It’s not going to be clean.
The second week brings the biggest swell of the window. From Monday, 20 July, we’re looking at 2.4m with energy values up to 873. That’s a lot of water. But the wind is still a problem – cross-onshore at 30 km/h, with a short 8-second period. For a reef break, that’s just a big, lumpy, blown-out mess. If you’re a kiter, this might be your week, but for a paddle surfer, it’s a no-go. The crowds are listed as “often,” so you’d have company in the chaos, but it won’t be worth it.
There are no real standouts in the whole 16-day forecast. It’s a long stretch of poor conditions, which is a shame, but it happens. Keep an eye on it, but don’t hold your breath.
Rusty
Short Range ForecastMostly dry. Warm (max 23°C on Sun afternoon, min 20°C on Sun night). Wind will be generally light. | Days 4-6 Weather SummaryMostly dry. Warm (max 24°C on Wed morning, min 21°C on Thu night). Wind will be generally light. | ||||||||||||||||||||
Sunday 12 | Monday 13 | Tuesday 14 | Wednesday 15 | Thursday 16 | Friday 17 | Saturday 18 | |||||||||||||||
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) | NNW 8 | NNW 10 | NNW 10 | NNW 9 | NNW 9 | NNW 9 | NNW 8 | NNW 8 | N 8 | N 8 | NE 5 | NE 5 | NNE 6 | NNE 6 | NNE 7 | NNE 7 | NNE 8 | NNE 8 | NNE 8 | NNE 8 | NNE 8 |
Wave Graph | |||||||||||||||||||||
151 | 197 | 163 | 149 | 113 | 84 | 53 | 53 | 34 | 33 | 30 | 43 | 116 | 150 | 257 | 302 | 353 | 421 | 451 | 499 | 541 | |
Wind (km/h) | |||||||||||||||||||||
Wind State on-shore cross-onshore cross-shore cross-offshore off-shore glassy | on | on | cross-on | cross-on | cross-on | cross-on | cross-on | cross-on | cross-on | cross-on | cross-on | cross-on | cross-on | cross-on | cross-on | on | on | on | on | on | on |
High Tide | 12:28PM1.97m | 00:59AM1.93m | 1:21PM2.12m | 1:53AM2.01m | 2:11PM2.24m | 2:42AM2.05m | 2:58PM2.32m | 3:28AM2.05m | 3:43PM2.33m | 4:13AM2.00m | 4:27PM2.28m | 4:57AM1.92m | 5:11PM2.16m | ||||||||
Low Tide | 6:45PM0.21m | 7:04AM0.23m | 7:40PM0.08m | 7:54AM0.15m | 8:30PM-0.02m | 8:40AM0.10m | 9:18PM-0.05m | 9:24AM0.10m | 10:03PM-0.02m | 10:07AM0.15m | 10:47PM0.07m | 10:50AM0.23m | 11:30PM0.20m | ||||||||
7:13 | — | — | 7:13 | — | — | 7:13 | — | — | 7:15 | — | — | 7:15 | — | — | 7:16 | — | — | 7:16 | — | — | |
— | — | 9:01 | — | — | 9:01 | — | — | 9:00 | — | — | 9:00 | — | — | 9:00 | — | — | 9:00 | — | — | 9:00 | |
mm | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — |
Temp °C | 22 | 23 | 21 | 22 | 23 | 22 | 23 | 23 | 22 | 24 | 24 | 22 | 24 | 24 | 22 | 24 | 24 | 22 | 23 | 23 | 22 |
Feels °C | 21 | 21 | 20 | 22 | 23 | 22 | 23 | 22 | 22 | 23 | 23 | 22 | 23 | 23 | 22 | 23 | 23 | 22 | 22 | 22 | 21 |
Swell 1 Height (m) Direction Period (s) | NNW 8 | NNW 10 | NNW 10 | NNW 9 | NNW 9 | NNW 9 | NNW 8 | NNW 8 | N 8 | N 8 | N 8 | N 8 | WNW 9 | WNW 9 | NW 8 | S 12 | SW 19 | S 19 | SW 18 | SSW 18 | S 17 |
151 | 197 | 163 | 149 | 113 | 84 | 53 | 53 | 34 | 33 | 21 | 33 | 8 | 8 | 3 | 3 | 15 | 7 | 12 | 30 | 6 | |
Swell 2 Height (m) Direction Period (s) | SSW 18 | SSW 13 | SSW 16 | SSW 16 | SSW 15 | SSW 14 | SSW 14 | SSW 13 | SSW 13 | WNW 9 | WNW 8 | NW 7 | S 12 | S 14 | S 13 | NW 8 | S 12 | S 11 | S 11 | S 11 | S 10 |
61 | 17 | 50 | 25 | 42 | 41 | 40 | 17 | 17 | 7 | 6 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 3 | 3 | 3 | 2 | 2 | 2 | 2 | |
Swell 3 Height (m) Direction Period (s) | SSW 14 | SSW 17 | SSW 13 | SSW 12 | SW 12 | S 17 | S 18 | NW 11 | NW 10 | SSW 13 | SSW 12 | NW 9 | S 15 | — | S 21 | S 21 | — | — | W 9 | W 8 | W 8 |
18 | 29 | 17 | 15 | 6 | 6 | 6 | 5 | 4 | 17 | 15 | 3 | 4 | — | 9 | 9 | — | — | 1 | 1 | 1 | |
Wind waves Height (m) Direction Period (s) | NE 4 | — | NE 6 | NE 5 | NE 5 | NE 3 | ENE 3 | NE 3 | NE 4 | NE 4 | NE 5 | NE 5 | NNE 6 | NNE 6 | NNE 7 | NNE 7 | NNE 8 | NNE 8 | NNE 8 | NNE 8 | NNE 8 |
3 | — | 5 | 4 | 4 | 2 | 1 | 3 | 8 | 16 | 30 | 43 | 116 | 150 | 257 | 302 | 353 | 421 | 451 | 499 | 541 | |
Nearest Offshore or Glassy | |||||||||||||||||||||
Distance (km) | 44 | 45 | 22 | 22 | 22 | 22 | 22 | 45 | 45 | 105 | 105 | 105 | 521 | 116 | 44 | 44 | 45 | 104 | 44 | 45 | 44 |
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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.










