
Surf Forecasts:
El Roque surf forecast from 20 Jul 2026:
- Most powerful swell: Sunday 26 Jul, 1PM (local time) - 8ft (2.5m), 9s period, NNE swell with 1,026 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 2.5m 9s and forecast to arrive on Sunday (Jul 26) 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 0.1m 14s period and expected on Monday (Jul 20) at 7AM.
| Wave Type | Time (WEST) & Date | Wave Height & Period |
|---|---|---|
| Next good surf (1 star+) | - | - |
| Best Surf | - | - |
| Most Powerful | 1PM (Sun 26th Jul) | 8ft (2.5m) 9s |
Table - best surf conditions forecast for El Roque over the next 16 days.
The Lowdown
Alright, let’s break it down, wave-wise. I’m Rusty, and I’m not gonna sugarcoat it – this one’s a tough stretch for anyone looking to get a proper wave.
The only break we’ve got the full picture on is El Roque, a reef break. It’s a beginner-friendly wave, but it only breaks sometimes. The ideal swell direction is from the NNW, but the whole forecast is fighting a strong NNE wind. The water is about 73°F, which is normal for the time of year, nothing weird.
We start on Sunday, July 19th, with a 6 ft swell from the NNE, but a cross-on wind of 16 mph is blowing it out. The combined energy of all swells directed here is moderate at 281, but the short 7-second period makes it weak and messy. It’s just poor surf.
Monday the 20th and Tuesday the 21st are no better. The swell pushes to 7 ft, and the energy climbs to 414, but the wind is still onshore or cross-on, and the period is short. It’s all the same story – poor conditions. This pattern keeps up through Wednesday, Thursday, and into Friday the 24th, with the swell reaching 7 ft and energy hitting 573, but the wind is always onshore at 12 to 16 mph. The period never gets above 8 seconds, so it’s just a choppy, ugly mess.
The swell keeps building over the weekend of the 25th and 26th, hitting 8 ft, and the energy jumps to 1014, which is strong. But the wind is still onshore, and the period is only 9 seconds. For a reef break, 8 ft with onshore wind is a dangerous, ugly beast, and it’s for experts only.
The real standout peak is Tuesday, July 28th. The swell hits 10 ft from the NNE, with a massive combined energy of 1509, which is very strong. The period is 9 seconds, so it’s got some power. But the wind is a cross-on 16 mph breeze, and the conditions are still poor. For a reef break, 10 ft with cross-on wind is going to be a frightening, heavy, and messy wave. The swell direction is NNE, not the ideal NNW, so it’s not hitting the break perfectly. The crowds are listed as “sometimes”, so you might have it to yourself, but you’d be crazy to want it. This is a beast for the most experienced chargers only.
From Wednesday the 29th through to August 3rd, the swell slowly drops from 10 ft back down to 5 ft, and the energy falls with it. The wind stays onshore or cross-on, and the conditions remain poor. There’s no clean glassy window, no offshore wind, just a long run of onshore slop.
The best on offer is definitely Tuesday, July 28th, but only if you’re a seasoned expert. The size and power are massive, but the wind is a real killer. It’s a heavy, powerful wave, but it’s going to be a fight to survive. For everyone else, there’s nothing to get excited about. The whole 16-day window is a washout for clean, fun surfing. The inconsistency of the break and the persistent bad wind make it a blank run. This setup looks more interesting for kite surfing than paddle surfing.
Rusty.
Short Range ForecastMostly dry. Warm (max 23°C on Sun afternoon, min 20°C on Sun night). Wind will be generally light. | Days 5-7 Weather SummaryMostly dry. Warm (max 24°C on Thu afternoon, min 20°C on Wed night). Wind will be generally light. | |||||||||||||||||||
Sun 19 | Monday 20 | Tuesday 21 | Wednesday 22 | Thursday 23 | Friday 24 | Saturday 25 | ||||||||||||||
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 7 | NNE 7 | NNE 7 | NNE 8 | NNE 8 | NNE 8 | NNE 8 | NNE 7 | NNE 7 | NNE 7 | NNE 7 | NNE 7 | NNE 7 | NNE 8 | NNE 8 | NNE 8 | NNE 8 | NNE 8 | NNE 8 | NNE 8 |
Wave Graph | ||||||||||||||||||||
274 | 372 | 406 | 452 | 493 | 408 | 353 | 379 | 353 | 305 | 330 | 366 | 387 | 526 | 570 | 652 | 823 | 801 | 844 | 909 | |
Wind (km/h) | ||||||||||||||||||||
Wind State on-shore cross-onshore cross-shore cross-offshore off-shore glassy | cross-on | cross-on | cross-on | cross-on | on | on | on | on | on | on | on | on | on | on | on | on | on | on | on | on |
High Tide | 5:57PM2.01m | 6:27AM1.74m | 6:44PM1.83m | 7:17AM1.63m | 7:37PM1.65m | 8:16AM1.55m | 8:44PM1.51m | 9:28AM1.51m | 10:04PM1.45m | 10:42AM1.54m | 11:17PM1.47m | 11:44AM1.62m | 00:14AM1.55m | |||||||
Low Tide | 00:15AM0.36m | 12:22PM0.50m | 1:01AM0.51m | 1:16PM0.63m | 1:53AM0.64m | 2:24PM0.73m | 2:59AM0.73m | 3:47PM0.76m | 4:15AM0.75m | 5:06PM0.72m | 5:23AM0.70m | 6:05PM0.62m | ||||||||
— | — | 7:16 | — | — | 7:18 | — | — | 7:18 | — | — | 7:18 | — | — | 7:18 | — | — | 7:20 | — | — | |
8:59 | — | — | 8:59 | — | — | 8:58 | — | — | 8:58 | — | — | 8:57 | — | — | 8:57 | — | — | 8:55 | — | |
mm | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — |
Temp °C | 23 | 21 | 22 | 22 | 21 | 22 | 23 | 21 | 22 | 23 | 21 | 23 | 24 | 21 | 23 | 23 | 21 | 23 | 24 | 21 |
Feels °C | 22 | 20 | 20 | 21 | 20 | 21 | 22 | 20 | 21 | 22 | 20 | 22 | 23 | 20 | 22 | 22 | 20 | 22 | 23 | 20 |
Swell 1 Height (m) Direction Period (s) | WNW 8 | WNW 8 | NW 8 | NW 8 | NW 7 | NW 11 | WNW 11 | WNW 10 | WNW 10 | WNW 10 | WNW 9 | WNW 9 | WNW 9 | WNW 9 | NW 8 | NW 8 | W 8 | NW 8 | W 11 | S 13 |
7 | 7 | 3 | 2 | 2 | 5 | 12 | 10 | 9 | 9 | 8 | 8 | 8 | 8 | 3 | 3 | 1 | 3 | 2 | 3 | |
Swell 2 Height (m) Direction Period (s) | S 16 | S 15 | NW 8 | N 10 | N 9 | — | NW 8 | N 8 | SW 12 | — | S 11 | S 12 | NW 9 | S 11 | S 11 | S 11 | S 14 | S 12 | S 14 | NW 11 |
5 | 4 | 3 | 2 | 2 | — | 3 | 1 | 6 | — | 3 | 3 | 12 | 2 | 2 | 2 | 4 | 3 | 4 | 5 | |
Swell 3 Height (m) Direction Period (s) | S 10 | — | N 11 | W 13 | NW 12 | NW 12 | — | S 12 | S 8 | S 8 | S 7 | S 10 | S 12 | S 16 | S 16 | — | — | S 15 | — | — |
2 | — | 2 | 3 | 6 | 5 | — | 3 | 1 | 1 | 1 | 2 | 3 | 5 | 5 | — | — | 5 | — | — | |
Wind waves Height (m) Direction Period (s) | NNE 7 | NNE 7 | NNE 7 | NNE 8 | NNE 8 | NNE 8 | NNE 8 | NNE 7 | NNE 7 | NNE 7 | NNE 7 | NNE 7 | NNE 7 | NNE 8 | NNE 8 | NNE 8 | NNE 8 | NNE 8 | NNE 8 | NNE 8 |
274 | 372 | 406 | 452 | 493 | 408 | 353 | 379 | 353 | 305 | 330 | 366 | 387 | 526 | 570 | 652 | 823 | 801 | 844 | 909 | |
Nearest Offshore or Glassy | ||||||||||||||||||||
Distance (km) | 114 | 114 | 113 | 45 | 107 | 45 | 45 | 107 | 70 | 114 | 114 | 114 | 537 | 114 | 616 | 114 | 114 | 616 | 114 | 114 |
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Information about the El Roque Surf forecast
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.










