
Surf Forecasts:
El Roque surf forecast from 2 Aug 2026:
- Most powerful swell: Friday 7 Aug, 10PM (local time) - 6ft (1.9m), 8s period, NNE swell with 475 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 8s and forecast to arrive on Friday (Aug 07) 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 0.1m 13s period and expected on Monday (Aug 03) at 4AM.
| Wave Type | Time (WEST) & Date | Wave Height & Period |
|---|---|---|
| Next good surf (1 star+) | - | - |
| Best Surf | - | - |
| Most Powerful | 10PM (Fri 7th Aug) | 6ft (1.9m) 8s |
Table - best surf conditions forecast for El Roque over the next 16 days.
The Lowdown
Alright folks, let’s talk about the next 16 days. I’ll be straight with you – this is a tough stretch. The forecast is pretty much a long, frustrating run of "poor surf conditions" with no real window of quality. So if you’ve got other plans, maybe don’t hold your breath for a surf session.
The only spot in the mix is El Roque, a beginner-friendly reef setup that’s fairly consistent and exposed to the north-northwest. It’s the kind of wave that can handle a bit of swell, but it’s not doing us any favours right now. The water temp is sitting at 73°F, which is about average for this time of year, so at least you won’t need a thick wetsuit.
Looking at the whole period starting from now, it’s a dry spell. There’s no standout day, no magic window. Every single session from Sunday 2nd August right through to Monday 17th August is tagged as poor surf conditions. The swell hangs around, but it’s short-period stuff – mostly 6 to 8 seconds – and the wind is almost always onshore or cross-onshore, keeping things messy. The combined wave energy is moderate, ranging from about 123 to 564, but it’s all wind-affected junk.
The swell height builds from 4 ft up to 7 ft by Thursday 13th August, and it stays in that 6 ft to 7 ft range for a while. That’s small enough for beginners but not really breaking clean. The direction is consistently from the north-northeast, which is a bit off the optimum for El Roque – it wants a more north-northwest angle. The period never gets long enough to call it groundswell, so the energy is weak and the shape is poor.
If you’re a beginner, this might still be worth a paddle on a calm morning, but honestly, with the wind howling from the north at 12–16 mph most days, it’s a fight. The wind direction is often onshore, which means bumpy, choppy conditions. The water will be a mess.
There’s a bit of a gap at the start – no surf worth mentioning until Sunday morning, but even then it’s poor. So the whole 16-day window is a blank run. This kind of stretch is more normal for the area when the trade winds lock in and the swell direction is off. It’s not surprising, but it’s disappointing.
Honestly, with the wind and the short, weak swell, this setup looks more interesting for kite surfing than paddle surfing. The consistent onshore wind and moderate energy mean you’d get some decent rides on a kite, but for a surfboard, it’s a no-go.
So, I’d say put the board away for now. Forecasts can change, but this one’s pretty locked in. Keep an eye out, but don’t get your hopes up.
Rusty.
Short Range ForecastMostly dry. Warm (max 27°C on Sun morning, min 22°C on Mon night). Wind will be generally light. | Days 4-6 Weather SummaryMostly dry. Warm (max 25°C on Wed afternoon, min 21°C on Wed night). Wind will be generally light. | ||||||||||||||||||||
Sunday 2 | Monday 3 | Tuesday 4 | Wednesday 5 | Thursday 6 | Friday 7 | Saturday 8 | |||||||||||||||
AM | PM | Night | AM | PM | Night | AM | PM | Night | AM | PM | Night | AM | PM | Night | AM | PM | Night | AM | PM | Night | |
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Wave Height (m) Direction Period (s) | NNE 6 | NNE 6 | NNE 6 | NNE 7 | NNE 7 | NNE 6 | NE 7 | NNE 7 | NNE 7 | NNE 6 | NE 7 | NNE 7 | NNE 7 | NNE 7 | NNE 8 | NNE 8 | NNE 8 | NNE 8 | NNE 8 | NNE 9 | NNE 8 |
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90 | 130 | 146 | 192 | 170 | 175 | 178 | 175 | 199 | 229 | 237 | 237 | 326 | 316 | 383 | 373 | 388 | 428 | 439 | 471 | 385 | |
Wind (km/h) | |||||||||||||||||||||
Wind State on-shore cross-onshore cross-shore cross-offshore off-shore glassy | on | on | on | on | cross-on | on | cross-on | cross-on | on | on | cross-on | on | on | on | on | on | on | on | on | on | on |
High Tide | 4:31PM2.11m | 4:54AM1.90m | 5:07PM2.03m | 5:33AM1.84m | 5:48PM1.92m | 6:19AM1.75m | 6:39PM1.78m | 7:18AM1.67m | 7:47PM1.65m | 8:35AM1.62m | 9:18PM1.59m | 10:05AM1.66m | 10:49PM1.65m | ||||||||
Low Tide | 10:14AM0.27m | 10:44PM0.22m | 10:50AM0.32m | 11:20PM0.29m | 11:30AM0.41m | 00:02AM0.38m | 12:19PM0.50m | 00:55AM0.49m | 1:24PM0.60m | 2:05AM0.59m | 2:52PM0.64m | 3:35AM0.62m | 4:29PM0.57m | ||||||||
7:24 | — | — | 7:24 | — | — | 7:24 | — | — | 7:26 | — | — | 7:26 | — | — | 7:26 | — | — | 7:28 | — | — | |
— | 8:52 | — | — | 8:51 | — | — | 8:50 | — | — | 8:49 | — | — | 8:49 | — | — | 8:47 | — | — | 8:46 | — | |
mm | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — |
Temp °C | 27 | 26 | 25 | 26 | 26 | 24 | 25 | 26 | 24 | 24 | 25 | 22 | 24 | 24 | 22 | 24 | 24 | 22 | 24 | 24 | 22 |
Feels °C | 27 | 25 | 25 | 26 | 26 | 24 | 26 | 27 | 25 | 24 | 26 | 23 | 24 | 24 | 22 | 23 | 23 | 22 | 24 | 24 | 22 |
Swell 1 Height (m) Direction Period (s) | NW 8 | NW 8 | N 10 | N 9 | N 9 | N 9 | NW 9 | N 8 | NW 8 | NW 8 | NW 8 | N 11 | N 10 | WNW 9 | WNW 9 | WNW 9 | WNW 9 | WNW 9 | WNW 8 | WNW 8 | WNW 8 |
18 | 18 | 30 | 26 | 25 | 24 | 12 | 12 | 10 | 10 | 9 | 21 | 49 | 9 | 8 | 8 | 8 | 7 | 7 | 7 | 6 | |
Swell 2 Height (m) Direction Period (s) | N 9 | — | NW 9 | NW 9 | NW 9 | NW 10 | N 9 | NW 8 | WNW 10 | NW 11 | WNW 11 | NW 10 | WNW 10 | S 12 | S 11 | S 11 | S 11 | S 11 | S 13 | S 12 | S 12 |
15 | — | 22 | 12 | 13 | 14 | 13 | 11 | 10 | 4 | 11 | 16 | 9 | 3 | 2 | 2 | 2 | 2 | 3 | 3 | 3 | |
Swell 3 Height (m) Direction Period (s) | S 13 | S 11 | S 13 | NW 11 | — | S 10 | S 12 | NW 11 | S 12 | N 11 | N 11 | S 12 | S 12 | SW 12 | S 15 | NW 9 | S 13 | S 13 | S 13 | S 12 | S 10 |
3 | 2 | 3 | 5 | — | 2 | 3 | 5 | 3 | 2 | 2 | 3 | 3 | 6 | 4 | 3 | 3 | 3 | 3 | 3 | 2 | |
Wind waves Height (m) Direction Period (s) | NNE 6 | NNE 6 | NNE 6 | NNE 7 | NNE 7 | NNE 6 | NE 7 | NNE 7 | NNE 7 | NNE 6 | NE 7 | NNE 7 | NNE 7 | NNE 7 | NNE 8 | NNE 8 | NNE 8 | NNE 8 | NNE 8 | NNE 9 | NNE 8 |
90 | 130 | 146 | 192 | 170 | 175 | 178 | 175 | 199 | 229 | 237 | 237 | 326 | 316 | 383 | 373 | 388 | 428 | 439 | 471 | 385 | |
Nearest Offshore or Glassy | |||||||||||||||||||||
Distance (km) | 88 | 107 | 114 | 70 | 70 | 72 | 70 | 114 | 70 | 70 | 70 | 70 | 70 | 70 | 70 | 70 | 70 | 70 | 38 | 38 | 70 |
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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.











