
Surf Forecasts:
El Roque surf forecast from 10 Aug 2026:
- Most powerful swell: Saturday 15 Aug, 7AM (local time) - 6ft (1.9m), 7s period, NNE swell with 358 kJ wave energy.
Best Forecast Surf Conditions for El Roque this week:
The most powerful waves expected at El Roque in the next 16 days are 1.9m 7s and forecast to arrive on Saturday (Aug 15) at 7AM. Winds are predicted to be cross-onshore at the time the swell arrives. The largest open ocean swell (not directed at the beach) is 0.1m 16s period and expected on Saturday (Aug 15) at 4AM.
| Wave Type | Time (WEST) & Date | Wave Height & Period |
|---|---|---|
| Next good surf (1 star+) | - | - |
| Best Surf | - | - |
| Most Powerful | 7AM (Sat 15th Aug) | 6ft (1.9m) 7s |
Table - best surf conditions forecast for El Roque over the next 16 days.
The Lowdown
Alright, this is Rusty. Let me give it to you straight: the next couple of weeks here are looking grim, my friends. We’ve got a lot of wind and not much quality. This is one of those stretches where you might be better off waxing the longboard and staying on the couch.
The outlook starts today, Monday the 10th, and right from the get-go, it’s a struggle. We’re looking at a northerly swell hitting El Roque but the wind is just a mess. The swell is coming in from the NNE at around 5ft with a short, weak period of 6 seconds. The energy is moderate at best (190). To make matters worse, we have a moderate breeze from the N, blowing onshore, which is going to make everything choppy and horrible. The water temp is 75°, which is a touch warmer than normal for this time of year, but you won’t be feeling that through the wind chill.
That whole first week is basically a write-off. Monday through to Sunday the 17th, it’s the same story. The swell sticks between 3ft and 6ft, period rarely gets above 7 seconds, and the wind is either cross-onshore or onshore. It's constantly moderate breeze strength, so expect bumpy, blown-out conditions every single day. This is just poor surf.
Now, around Monday the 18th, we start to see a slight shift. The period finally stretches to 9 seconds, which is a hint of better energy, but the swell height drops back to 4ft to 4ft. The wind is still onshore from the N. The energy values are sitting around the 240-295 mark, so it's still moderate. It’s better than the previous week, but only in the sense that a kick in the shins is better than a kick in the teeth. It’s still not good.
The following week, from the 19th through the 24th, is more of the same. There’s a bit of a pulse on the 22nd and 23rd, with swell hitting 6ft and period up to 7 seconds, with energy climbing to 330. The wind is sometimes offshore, but mostly onshore or cross-onshore. It’s just not clean enough to get excited about.
The standout in this whole gloomy forecast is shaping up to be Tuesday the 25th of August. We’re looking at a swell of 7ft from the NE with a period of 8 seconds. The energy jumps up to a strong 595. That’s the best wave energy we’ll see in this whole window. But—and there's always a but—the wind is forecast to be a moderate onshore breeze from the NNE. For a reef break like El Roque, that’s not ideal. It’s going to have some push, but it will be lumpy. This is the one day for the experts who are willing to wrestle with a bit of chop for some size. For beginners, that 7ft is going to be a handful.
So, overall, it's a tough watch. There’s no clean, glassy day in sight. The only real hope is that last day, the 25th, for the big swell. But don't hold your breath for perfection.
Rusty.
Short Range ForecastMostly dry. Warm (max 24°C on Wed afternoon, min 21°C on Mon night). Wind will be generally light. | Days 4-6 Weather SummaryMostly dry. Warm (max 24°C on Thu afternoon, min 21°C on Thu morning). Wind will be generally light. | ||||||||||||||||||||
Monday 10 | Tuesday 11 | Wednesday 12 | Thursday 13 | Friday 14 | Saturday 15 | Sunday 16 | |||||||||||||||
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) | NNE 6 | NNE 7 | NNE 7 | NNE 6 | NNE 6 | NNE 6 | NNE 6 | NNE 6 | NNE 6 | NNE 6 | NNE 6 | NNE 7 | NNE 7 | NNE 7 | NNE 7 | NNE 7 | NNE 7 | NNE 7 | NNE 7 | NNE 7 | NNE 8 |
Wave Graph | |||||||||||||||||||||
170 | 154 | 154 | 103 | 88 | 93 | 100 | 104 | 145 | 185 | 170 | 209 | 241 | 256 | 301 | 344 | 242 | 237 | 177 | 111 | 147 | |
Wind (km/h) | |||||||||||||||||||||
Wind State on-shore cross-onshore cross-shore cross-offshore off-shore glassy | on | cross-on | on | on | cross-on | on | cross-on | on | on | cross-on | cross-on | on | cross-on | on | on | cross-on | on | on | on | on | on |
High Tide | 12:24PM1.99m | 00:58AM1.92m | 1:15PM2.18m | 1:45AM2.04m | 2:00PM2.33m | 2:28AM2.12m | 2:42PM2.40m | 3:09AM2.14m | 3:22PM2.40m | 3:47AM2.11m | 4:00PM2.32m | 4:24AM2.04m | 4:38PM2.17m | ||||||||
Low Tide | 6:46PM0.22m | 6:59AM0.27m | 7:35PM0.06m | 7:44AM0.15m | 8:19PM-0.04m | 8:26AM0.08m | 9:00PM-0.07m | 9:05AM0.06m | 9:38PM-0.04m | 9:43AM0.09m | 10:14PM0.06m | 10:20AM0.18m | 10:49PM0.19m | ||||||||
7:28 | — | — | 7:28 | — | — | 7:30 | — | — | 7:30 | — | — | 7:31 | — | — | 7:31 | — | — | 7:31 | — | — | |
— | 8:45 | — | — | 8:45 | — | — | 8:44 | — | — | 8:43 | — | — | 8:42 | — | — | 8:40 | — | — | 8:39 | — | |
mm | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — |
Temp °C | 23 | 23 | 21 | 23 | 23 | 21 | 23 | 24 | 21 | 23 | 24 | 21 | 24 | 24 | 22 | 23 | 24 | 22 | 24 | 24 | 23 |
Feels °C | 22 | 22 | 20 | 22 | 22 | 21 | 22 | 24 | 21 | 22 | 24 | 21 | 24 | 23 | 23 | 23 | 24 | 22 | 24 | 23 | 23 |
Swell 1 Height (m) Direction Period (s) | NNW 10 | NNW 9 | N 9 | N 8 | N 8 | NNW 8 | NW 9 | NW 10 | NW 10 | NW 9 | NW 9 | NW 9 | NW 11 | NW 10 | NW 9 | NNW 10 | NNW 10 | NNW 9 | NNW 9 | NNE 7 | NNW 9 |
18 | 29 | 40 | 34 | 33 | 19 | 21 | 48 | 44 | 41 | 41 | 29 | 75 | 82 | 71 | 63 | 64 | 33 | 34 | 111 | 68 | |
Swell 2 Height (m) Direction Period (s) | NW 7 | N 8 | N 8 | NW 10 | WNW 10 | NW 10 | NNW 13 | NNW 12 | NNW 11 | NNW 11 | N 10 | N 10 | N 12 | N 11 | N 10 | N 10 | N 9 | N 9 | — | NNW 9 | SW 11 |
2 | 12 | 5 | 4 | 11 | 15 | 34 | 29 | 25 | 23 | 18 | 17 | 10 | 9 | 18 | 17 | 15 | 6 | — | 56 | 5 | |
Swell 3 Height (m) Direction Period (s) | — | NW 11 | NW 11 | S 10 | N 14 | N 14 | N 8 | S 12 | S 12 | S 12 | N 13 | NNW 12 | N 11 | S 18 | — | — | S 15 | NW 8 | — | NW 8 | W 10 |
— | 5 | 4 | 2 | 4 | 15 | 10 | 3 | 3 | 3 | 3 | 13 | 10 | 6 | — | — | 4 | 3 | — | 2 | 2 | |
Wind waves Height (m) Direction Period (s) | NNE 6 | NNE 7 | NNE 7 | NNE 6 | NNE 6 | NNE 6 | NNE 6 | NNE 6 | NNE 6 | NNE 6 | NNE 6 | NNE 7 | NNE 7 | NNE 7 | NNE 7 | NNE 7 | NNE 7 | NNE 7 | NNE 7 | — | NNE 8 |
170 | 154 | 154 | 103 | 88 | 93 | 100 | 104 | 145 | 185 | 170 | 209 | 241 | 256 | 301 | 344 | 242 | 237 | 177 | — | 147 | |
Nearest Offshore or Glassy | |||||||||||||||||||||
Distance (km) | 70 | 38 | 70 | 525 | 124 | 124 | 114 | 114 | 114 | 70 | 114 | 70 | 124 | 124 | 114 | 45 | 38 | 45 | 38 | 38 | 38 |
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The above surf forecast table for El Roque provides essential information for determining whether the surfing conditions will be good over the next 16 days. A general guide to surfing at El Roque can be found by selecting the local surf guide option on the grey menu. Our El Roque 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 Roque) 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 Roque 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.
Are you planning a holiday in Gran Canaria? If you are looking for accommodation near El Roque, camping, hotels and holiday cottages in Gran Canaria, consider staying in Arucas which is 5 km (3 miles) away. Other places in and around Gran Canaria where you can find information about places to rent, and car hire include Galdar which is 8 km (5 miles) away, Santa Brigida, Las Palmas and Telde.











