
Surf Forecasts:
El Agujero surf forecast from 15 Jul 2026:
- Most powerful swell: Wednesday 22 Jul, 1AM (local time) - 6ft (1.8m), 7s period, NNE swell with 334 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 1.8m 7s and forecast to arrive on Wednesday (Jul 22) at 1AM. Winds are predicted to be cross-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 1PM.
| Wave Type | Time (WEST) & Date | Wave Height & Period |
|---|---|---|
| Next good surf (1 star+) | - | - |
| Best Surf | - | - |
| Most Powerful | 1AM (Wed 22nd Jul) | 6ft (1.8m) 7s |
Table - best surf conditions forecast for El Agujero over the next 16 days.
The Lowdown
Alright, let’s have a look at what’s on offer. Honestly, the outlook is a bit of a tough one this time. We’ve got El Agujero as the only break in the running, and for the full 16-day window, it’s just not coming together. The setup is consistent, which usually means it’s a reliable spot, but the wind is locking in from the northeast and north-northeast, blowing straight across or onshore, and that’s killing the quality. The swell is there, but it’s not translating into anything rideable.
From Wednesday the 15th right through the end of the month, it’s all “poor surf conditions” on the cards. The first few days, from the 15th to the 17th, the swell is small – we’re talking 1ft to 5ft, with a short period of 5 to 7 seconds, and the energy is weak to moderate (46 to 184). The cross-onshore wind is making it choppy and messy. Not worth paddling out.
Then from the 18th of July, the swell builds a bit. By Saturday the 18th, we’re seeing 5ft to 6ft (moderate energy, 224-259), and it stays in that range through the 22nd, even hitting 6ft to 7ft (strong energy, 344-431). The swell direction is mostly north-northeast, which is a fair match for the break’s optimum from the north-northwest, but it’s not spot on. The wind is still cross-on or onshore, and the period is only 7 to 8 seconds – short-period wind swell, not the kind that gives you those long, lined-up waves.
The biggest pulses come around the 23rd and 24th of July, with swell heights of 7ft to 8ft and strong wave energy (702-743). For an intermediate reef break, that’s getting into the zone where it’s only for the experienced crew, especially with the wind making it messy. The wind finally switches to onshore, which is still not clean, but at least it’s not cross-on. Still, the forecast says “poor surf conditions” every single time.
From the 25th onwards, it hangs around 5ft to 7ft, but the wind stays up, and the energy drops back to moderate towards the end. The 28th and 29th see a fresh breeze of 19 mph, cross-onshore, lumpy. No good.
The bottom line: there’s no standout. No day where the winds line up glassy or offshore, no long-period groundswell to give it that extra push. The swell is there, but the conditions are just not cooperating. If you’re desperate, you could look at the 23rd morning when the swell is biggest (8ft, N, 8 secs) and the wind is onshore, not cross, but it’s still a poor call. It’s a long stretch of blank days. For an area that’s usually consistent, this is a rough run. Sometimes the forecasts shift, but right now, I’d say leave the board in the car.
Rusty.
Short Range ForecastMostly dry. Warm (max 25°C on Wed afternoon, min 21°C on Thu night). Wind will be generally light. | Days 4-6 Weather SummaryMostly dry. Warm (max 24°C on Sat afternoon, min 21°C on Fri night). Mainly fresh winds. | ||||||||||||||||||||
Wednesday 15 | Thursday 16 | Friday 17 | Saturday 18 | Sunday 19 | Monday 20 | Tuesday 21 | |||||||||||||||
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) | N 8 | N 8 | NNE 5 | NNE 5 | NNE 6 | NNE 6 | NE 6 | NE 7 | NE 7 | NNE 7 | NNE 7 | NNE 7 | NNE 7 | NNE 7 | NNE 7 | NNE 7 | NNE 7 | NNE 7 | NNE 7 | NNE 7 | NNE 7 |
Wave Graph | |||||||||||||||||||||
33 | 21 | 37 | 69 | 87 | 115 | 167 | 183 | 227 | 259 | 224 | 264 | 278 | 270 | 256 | 248 | 180 | 198 | 186 | 191 | 334 | |
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 | cross-on | cross-on | cross-on | cross-on | cross-on | on | cross-on | cross-on | on | on | on | cross-on | on | cross-on |
High Tide | 2:58PM2.32m | 3:28AM2.05m | 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 | ||||||||
Low Tide | 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 | 11:34AM0.35m | 00:14AM0.34m | 12:21PM0.49m | 00:59AM0.49m | 1:15PM0.62m | 1:52AM0.62m | |||||||
7:15 | — | — | 7:15 | — | — | 7:16 | — | — | 7:16 | — | — | 7:16 | — | — | 7:18 | — | — | 7:18 | — | — | |
— | — | 9:00 | — | — | 9:00 | — | — | 9:00 | — | — | 9:00 | — | — | 9:00 | — | 8:59 | — | — | 8:59 | — | |
mm | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — |
Temp °C | 24 | 25 | 23 | 24 | 25 | 23 | 24 | 24 | 22 | 23 | 24 | 22 | 23 | 23 | 22 | 23 | 23 | 22 | 23 | 23 | 21 |
Feels °C | 23 | 24 | 23 | 24 | 25 | 23 | 23 | 23 | 21 | 22 | 23 | 21 | 21 | 21 | 21 | 22 | 22 | 20 | 22 | 22 | 19 |
Swell 1 Height (m) Direction Period (s) | N 8 | N 8 | NW 7 | WNW 9 | NW 9 | NW 8 | S 12 | SW 19 | S 11 | SW 18 | SSW 18 | S 17 | SSW 16 | SSW 16 | SSW 16 | SSW 14 | SSW 15 | SSW 14 | NNW 9 | SSW 13 | SSW 12 |
33 | 21 | 2 | 8 | 3 | 3 | 3 | 15 | 2 | 12 | 30 | 6 | 25 | 25 | 24 | 21 | 21 | 20 | 8 | 17 | 15 | |
Swell 2 Height (m) Direction Period (s) | WNW 8 | NW 7 | NW 9 | S 12 | S 14 | S 13 | NW 8 | S 12 | S 19 | S 11 | S 11 | S 10 | S 10 | S 10 | NW 8 | NW 8 | NW 8 | NW 7 | SSW 13 | NW 11 | NW 10 |
7 | 9 | 3 | 3 | 4 | 3 | 3 | 3 | 7 | 2 | 2 | 2 | 2 | 2 | 3 | 3 | 2 | 2 | 17 | 5 | 4 | |
Swell 3 Height (m) Direction Period (s) | SSW 13 | SSW 12 | NW 8 | S 15 | N 11 | N 10 | S 21 | W 8 | — | — | — | NW 9 | W 9 | NW 8 | S 9 | S 9 | S 13 | N 9 | NW 11 | N 8 | — |
17 | 15 | 2 | 4 | 2 | 2 | 9 | 1 | — | — | — | 3 | 2 | 3 | 2 | 2 | 3 | 2 | 5 | 1 | — | |
Wind waves Height (m) Direction Period (s) | ENE 4 | NE 4 | NNE 5 | NNE 5 | NNE 6 | NNE 6 | NE 6 | NE 7 | NE 7 | NNE 7 | NNE 7 | NNE 7 | NNE 7 | NNE 7 | NNE 7 | NNE 7 | NNE 7 | NNE 7 | NNE 7 | NNE 7 | NNE 7 |
11 | 16 | 37 | 69 | 87 | 115 | 167 | 183 | 227 | 259 | 224 | 264 | 278 | 270 | 256 | 248 | 180 | 198 | 186 | 191 | 334 | |
Nearest Offshore or Glassy | |||||||||||||||||||||
Distance (km) | 105 | 105 | 116 | 105 | 521 | 45 | 116 | 45 | 116 | 45 | 44 | 45 | 45 | 44 | 105 | 45 | 44 | 45 | 62 | 44 | 62 |
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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.










