El Lloret Surf Forecast and Surf Report

Alright, folks, Rusty here with the lowdown. Let’s cut to it.

The first week is a tough one. From the 16th of July, it’s all "poor surf conditions." The wind is blowing onshore or cross-onshore from the NNE at 15-25 mph, and the swell is short-period windswell – 5-8 seconds. The combined wave energy is weak at first, just 93 (weak energy), and it builds slowly, but with that wind, it’s a mess. The water temp is 74°, a touch warmer than usual for this time of year.

The first real chance doesn’t come until the 25th of July. The swell climbs to 8 ft from the NNE, period 8 seconds, and energy hits 680 (moderate). But the morning has a cross-onshore wind from the NNW, so it’s choppy. The wind is still onshore the rest of the day, so it’s not clean.

The best shot in this whole 16-day window is the 29th of July. On Wednesday morning, the swell is 8 ft from the NNE, period hits 10 seconds, and the combined energy is 1000 (strong wave energy). The wind is onshore from the N at 20 mph, so it’s not perfect, but the longer period means more power and shape. El Lloret is a reef break, so it’ll handle that onshore better than a beach. 8 ft is getting into the "too big for beginners" zone, and experts will have it to themselves if they can handle the wind. Crowds are likely "often" here, so expect company.

The 28th of July afternoon is also worth a look: swell at 8 ft, period 9 seconds, energy at 942 (strong). Same story – good size, but onshore wind.

From the 30th of July, the swell drops back to 7-7 ft, and the wind stays onshore, so it’s a fade to nothing. The energy is moderate (683 on the 30th, down to 482 by the 31st), but the wind kills it.

So, there’s no perfect day. If you’re keen, aim for the 29th of July for the biggest, most powerful swell, but don’t expect a glassy session. The first week is a washout. Beginners should sit this one out, and experts will have to wait for the 28th-29th for the big stuff.

Rusty.

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