
Surf Forecasts:
Jameos del Agua surf forecast from 7 Aug 2026:
- Most powerful swell: Saturday 8 Aug, 10AM (local time) - 6.5ft (2.0m), 8s period, NNE swell with 438 kJ wave energy.
Best Forecast Surf Conditions for Jameos del Agua this week:
The most powerful waves expected at Jameos del Agua in the next 16 days are 2.0m 8s and forecast to arrive on Saturday (Aug 08) at 10AM. Winds are predicted to be cross-shore at the time the swell arrives.
| Wave Type | Time (WEST) & Date | Wave Height & Period |
|---|---|---|
| Next good surf (1 star+) | - | - |
| Best Surf | - | - |
| Most Powerful | 10AM (Sat 8th Aug) | 6.5ft (2.0m) 8s |
Table - best surf conditions forecast for Jameos del Agua over the next 16 days.
The Lowdown
Alright, folks, Rusty here. Let’s be straight with you. The next couple of weeks are looking pretty grim for a proper paddle. There’s swell on the charts for the entire run, but it’s coming in short, weak, and with the wind just ruining any chance of a clean face. We’re looking at a long stretch of cross-shore chop and lumpy conditions that will have you questioning your life choices.
The water is running a touch warmer than normal for this time of year, sitting around 74°, so at least you won’t be cold while you’re getting frustrated.
The run starts off Friday morning at Jameos del Agua with a cross-shore breeze kicking up a mess. The swell is there, 6ft, but it’s short-period windswell at 7 seconds and all over the place. The combined energy is moderate at 404, but it's useless with that wind. This pattern holds through the weekend and into next week. Saturday sees the swell bump up slightly to 7ft, but the wind is fresh and cross, making it a total write-off. It’s not going to be pretty.
We’re looking at a full week of this, day after day of 5ft to 6ft of short-period slop, always with that cross-shore wind, from N or NNE at 15 to 22 mph. The energy stays moderate, but with a period of 6-8 seconds, it’s just not going to have any push or shape.
There’s a brief glimmer on Sunday the 16th. The wind eases up and goes cross-offshore, from the NNW, and things clean up significantly. The swell drops a touch to 5ft, but that clean surface is a huge positive. It’s still short-period at 7 seconds, and combined energy drops to a moderate 336, so it’s not a classic, but it’s the best the whole run has to offer. The official call is only “marginal,” which tells you how rough the rest of it is. If you’re desperate, this is your window. Monday the 17th looks clean again in the morning, but the swell drops right off to 4ft, and the energy is fading fast.
Beyond that, it’s back to the grind. More cross-shore winds, lumpy seas, and energy readings dropping into the lower ranges. By the 20th, we’re down to a weak 137 in the morning. There is a pulse of slightly longer period swell on the 22nd, with energy picking up to a strong 510-517, but it’s still coming with that cross-shore wind, and the swell is just over 6ft. For a reef break, that short-period, cross-shore stuff is just going to be a washing machine.
So, here’s the takeaway. If you’re a surfer, there’s really only that one morning on Sunday the 16th that’s worth a look, and even then, it’s not a standout. Otherwise, this whole 16-day run is a blank. With the wind as strong as it is and the surf quality that poor, a place like Jameos del Agua looks far more interesting for the kite crew than for anyone holding a surfboard. It tends not to stay this poor for long, so keep an eye on the charts.
Until next time,
Rusty
Short Range ForecastMostly dry. Warm (max 23°C on Sat afternoon, min 20°C on Sun night). Mainly fresh winds. | Days 4-6 Weather SummaryMostly dry. Warm (max 22°C on Tue afternoon, min 20°C on Mon night). Mainly fresh winds. | ||||||||||||||||||||
Friday 7 | Saturday 8 | Sunday 9 | Monday 10 | Tuesday 11 | Wednesday 12 | Thursday 13 | |||||||||||||||
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 7 | NNE 7 | NNE 7 | NNE 8 | NNE 8 | NNE 7 | NNE 7 | NNE 7 | NNE 7 | NNE 7 | NNE 7 | NNE 7 | NNE 7 | NNE 7 | NNE 6 | NNE 6 | NNE 7 | NNE 6 | NNE 6 | NNE 6 | NNE 6 |
Wave Graph | |||||||||||||||||||||
294 | 349 | 345 | 438 | 397 | 345 | 379 | 363 | 303 | 344 | 297 | 214 | 268 | 247 | 225 | 226 | 195 | 170 | 165 | 144 | 165 | |
Wind (km/h) | |||||||||||||||||||||
Wind State on-shore cross-onshore cross-shore cross-offshore off-shore glassy | cross | cross | cross | cross | cross | cross | cross | cross | cross | cross | cross | cross | cross | cross | cross | cross | cross | cross | cross | cross | cross |
High Tide | 9:29PM1.85m | 10:15AM1.93m | 10:59PM1.91m | 11:32AM2.08m | 00:11AM2.06m | 12:34PM2.30m | 1:08AM2.23m | 1:25PM2.51m | 1:56AM2.36m | 2:11PM2.67m | 2:40AM2.45m | 2:54PM2.76m | 3:20AM2.47m | ||||||||
Low Tide | 3:02PM0.72m | 3:45AM0.71m | 4:38PM0.65m | 5:10AM0.62m | 5:55PM0.47m | 6:16AM0.47m | 6:55PM0.26m | 7:09AM0.31m | 7:45PM0.08m | 7:55AM0.17m | 8:30PM-0.04m | 8:37AM0.08m | 9:11PM-0.08m | ||||||||
7:16 | — | — | 7:16 | — | — | 7:18 | — | — | 7:18 | — | — | 7:18 | — | — | 7:20 | — | — | 7:20 | — | — | |
— | 8:40 | — | — | 8:39 | — | — | 8:38 | — | — | 8:37 | — | — | 8:37 | — | — | 8:37 | — | — | 8:36 | — | |
mm | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — |
Temp °C | 22 | 22 | 21 | 22 | 23 | 22 | 22 | 22 | 21 | 21 | 21 | 21 | 21 | 22 | 21 | 21 | 22 | 21 | 22 | 22 | 21 |
Feels °C | 21 | 20 | 19 | 20 | 20 | 20 | 19 | 19 | 19 | 18 | 18 | 19 | 19 | 19 | 19 | 19 | 20 | 20 | 21 | 21 | 20 |
Swell 1 Height (m) Direction Period (s) | N 9 | WNW 9 | WNW 9 | NW 9 | NW 9 | NW 8 | NW 8 | NW 8 | NW 8 | NW 7 | NNW 9 | NNW 8 | WNW 10 | WNW 10 | NW 10 | NW 10 | WNW 9 | WNW 9 | WNW 9 | WNW 9 | WNW 8 |
78 | 32 | 31 | 20 | 19 | 17 | 17 | 16 | 14 | 14 | 34 | 57 | 10 | 10 | 25 | 45 | 55 | 75 | 70 | 53 | 48 | |
Swell 2 Height (m) Direction Period (s) | WNW 9 | — | — | — | — | — | — | W 8 | N 12 | NNW 10 | WNW 7 | WNW 7 | WNW 7 | NW 7 | NNW 13 | NNW 13 | NNW 12 | NNW 12 | NNW 11 | NNW 10 | NNW 10 |
32 | — | — | — | — | — | — | 1 | 3 | 21 | 5 | 5 | 5 | 2 | 35 | 33 | 50 | 44 | 40 | 21 | 19 | |
Swell 3 Height (m) Direction Period (s) | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | W 12 | W 12 | NW 11 | NW 11 | N 16 | N 14 | W 7 | NW 10 | — | — | — | — | NW 12 |
— | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | 3 | 3 | 5 | 5 | 5 | 4 | 1 | 4 | — | — | — | — | 6 | |
Wind waves Height (m) Direction Period (s) | NNE 7 | NNE 7 | NNE 7 | NNE 8 | NNE 8 | NNE 7 | NNE 7 | NNE 7 | NNE 7 | NNE 7 | NNE 7 | NNE 7 | NNE 7 | NNE 7 | NNE 6 | NNE 6 | NNE 7 | NNE 6 | NNE 6 | NNE 6 | NNE 6 |
294 | 349 | 345 | 438 | 397 | 345 | 379 | 363 | 303 | 344 | 297 | 214 | 268 | 247 | 225 | 226 | 195 | 170 | 165 | 144 | 165 | |
Nearest Offshore or Glassy | |||||||||||||||||||||
Distance (km) | 50 | 244 | 50 | 244 | 273 | 273 | 273 | 540 | 273 | 273 | 525 | 50 | 345 | 525 | 273 | 273 | 344 | 50 | 50 | 50 | 50 |
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The above surf forecast table for Jameos del Agua provides essential information for determining whether the surfing conditions will be good over the next 16 days. A general guide to surfing at Jameos del Agua can be found by selecting the local surf guide option on the grey menu. Our Jameos del Agua 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 (Jameos del Agua) 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 Jameos del Agua 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.
Jameos del Agua is 16 km (10 miles) from the city of Teguise. If you plan a holiday in Lanzarote, look for hotels and other accommodation in Teguise. Teguise has rooms for a wide range of budgets as well as car hire and transport links.











