
Surf Forecasts:
La Palue surf forecast from 10 Aug 2026:
- Best quality surf: Tuesday 11 Aug, 5AM (local time) - 2.5ft (0.8m), 8s period, NW swell with cross-offshore winds.
- Most powerful swell: Thursday 13 Aug, 11AM (local time) - 3.5ft (1.1m), 11s period, W swell with 272 kJ wave energy.
- Next surfable swell (1★+): Tuesday 11 Aug, 5AM (local time) - 2.5ft (0.8m), 8s period with NW swell.
Best Forecast Surf Conditions for La Palue this week:
The surf forecast for La Palue over the next 16 days: The first swell (rated 1 star or higher) is forecast to arrive on Tuesday (Aug 11) at 5AM. The primary swell is predicted to be 0.8m and 8s period with a secondary swell of 0.3m and 6s. The wind is predicted to be cross-offshore as the swell arrives.
The most powerful waves expected at La Palue in the next 16 days are 1.1m 11s and forecast to arrive on Thursday (Aug 13) at 11AM. Winds are predicted to be cross-onshore at the time the swell arrives. The largest open ocean swell (not directed at the beach) is 0.6m 4s period and expected on Tuesday (Aug 11) at 8PM.
| Wave Type | Time (CEST) & Date | Wave Height & Period |
|---|---|---|
| Next good surf (1 star+) | 5AM (Tue 11th Aug) | 2.5ft (0.8m) 8s |
| Best Surf | 5AM (Tue 11th Aug) | 2.5ft (0.8m) 8s |
| Most Powerful | 11AM (Thu 13th Aug) | 3.5ft (1.1m) 11s |
Table - best surf conditions forecast for La Palue over the next 16 days.
The Lowdown
Alright, gather 'round. Rusty here. Let's talk about what's on the menu for La Palue over the next couple of weeks.
Right off the bat, I gotta be straight with you – this is a slow start. We're looking at a good long stretch of nothing special. From now until the 20th of August, it's mostly weak, messy, and blown out. The wind is all over the place, mostly cross-shore or onshore, and the swell is tiny – we're talking knee-high dribble with weak energy (56 to 314 on the energy scale). There's a glimmer of a 4ft swell on the 15th, but the period is a short 7 seconds and the wind is a mess, so it's a no-go. Honestly, it's a kite surfer's window, not a paddle surfer's. The first real chance of anything half-decent doesn't show up until the morning of the 21st of August. The swell picks up to 4ft from the WNW with a 10-second period, giving us moderate energy (331), but it's marred by a light cross-onshore wind. It's marginal, but at least you might get a few.
Then, hold onto your board. The 22nd of August morning brings a massive pulse of 13ft from the WNW with a 12-second period. The energy is a colossal 3915. But, and this is a big but, this is an expert-only zone. That's far too big for anyone but the most seasoned charger. The wind is also onshore, so it's going to be a raw, powerful, and ugly beast. Not for the faint of heart.
The real standout, the one you've been waiting for, is the morning of Sunday, the 23rd of August. The swell drops to a more manageable 7ft from the NW, with a 9-second period, giving us strong energy (989). But the key is the wind: it's a clean cross-offshore breeze from the NE. That's the ticket. The forecast says "expect very good surf conditions," and I can feel it. This is your best window. It's still a big swell for the average punter, but for the confident surfer, this is where it's at.
Then, just when you think it's over, the morning of the 24th of August delivers a gem. The swell is a clean 3ft from the west, but the period is a very long 14 seconds. That's proper groundswell, and the energy is still strong (540). The wind is a glassy offshore from the east. For a spot like La Palue, which is exposed to the WSW, a west swell with a long period and offshore wind is a recipe for some of the best, most lined-up waves you'll see. This is a close second for the best on offer, especially for the guys who like a more manageable, clean wave. The crowds are likely to be around, so get in early.
The outlook wraps up with a promising morning on the 26th of August – 4ft from the WNW with an 11-second period and offshore easterly winds (321 energy). Another clean, fun session on the cards.
So, to sum it up: the first week is a write-off. The second week has two true standouts: the morning of the 23rd for the big-wave hunters, and the morning of the 24th for the clean, long-period perfection. The 26th is a solid runner-up. Get your dates locked in.
Rusty.
Short Range ForecastMostly dry. Warm (max 29°C on Tue afternoon, min 19°C on Mon night). Wind will be generally light. | Days 5-7 Weather SummaryMostly dry. Warm (max 22°C on Thu night, min 16°C on Fri night). Winds increasing (light winds from the N on Fri morning, fresh winds from the N by Sat night). | ||||||||||||||||||
Tuesday 11 | Wednesday 12 | Thursday 13 | Friday 14 | Saturday 15 | Sunday 16 | ||||||||||||||
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) | NW 8 | WNW 8 | WNW 8 | W 11 | W 10 | W 9 | W 10 | W 11 | W 10 | W 10 | W 9 | W 9 | W 8 | WNW 8 | NW 7 | NW 8 | NW 8 | WNW 8 | NW 7 |
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80 | 44 | 23 | 60 | 123 | 142 | 186 | 272 | 242 | 184 | 133 | 101 | 88 | 128 | 184 | 182 | 59 | 37 | 12 | |
Wind (km/h) | |||||||||||||||||||
Wind State on-shore cross-onshore cross-shore cross-offshore off-shore glassy | cross-off | cross-off | cross | off | cross | on | cross-on | cross-on | cross-on | cross | cross-on | cross-on | cross | cross | cross | cross | cross | cross | cross |
High Tide | 4:23AM4.89m | 4:45PM5.29m | 5:13AM5.24m | 5:32PM5.66m | 5:58AM5.49m | 6:16PM5.88m | 6:40AM5.62m | 6:56PM5.93m | 7:18AM5.60m | 7:35PM5.80m | 7:55AM5.45m | 8:12PM5.53m | |||||||
Low Tide | 10:10PM0.75m | 10:33AM0.71m | 11:05PM0.33m | 11:23AM0.36m | 11:52PM0.02m | 12:08PM0.11m | 00:35AM-0.15m | 12:50PM-0.00m | 1:15AM-0.15m | 1:29PM0.04m | 1:54AM0.02m | 2:08PM0.23m | 2:31AM0.31m | ||||||
— | 7:05 | — | — | 7:07 | — | — | 7:07 | — | — | 7:09 | — | — | 7:11 | — | — | 7:11 | — | — | |
9:40 | — | — | 9:38 | — | — | 9:37 | — | — | 9:36 | — | — | 9:34 | — | — | 9:32 | — | — | 9:30 | |
mm | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — |
Temp °C | 23 | 23 | 29 | 29 | 25 | 25 | 22 | 21 | 24 | 22 | 20 | 22 | 20 | 19 | 20 | 19 | 17 | 20 | 18 |
Feels °C | 19 | 22 | 26 | 25 | 24 | 24 | 21 | 20 | 21 | 20 | 20 | 20 | 17 | 16 | 15 | 14 | 13 | 16 | 12 |
Swell 1 Height (m) Direction Period (s) | NW 8 | WNW 8 | WNW 8 | W 11 | W 10 | W 9 | W 10 | W 11 | W 10 | W 10 | W 9 | W 9 | W 8 | WNW 8 | WNW 8 | WNW 8 | NW 8 | WNW 8 | NW 7 |
80 | 44 | 23 | 60 | 123 | 142 | 186 | 272 | 242 | 184 | 133 | 101 | 88 | 128 | 130 | 98 | 59 | 37 | 12 | |
Swell 2 Height (m) Direction Period (s) | SW 6 | WSW 6 | WNW 10 | NNE 5 | NNE 5 | N 4 | — | — | — | — | — | — | WNW 10 | — | — | — | W 8 | W 7 | W 7 |
11 | 4 | 18 | 10 | 2 | 2 | — | — | — | — | — | — | 10 | — | — | — | 10 | 9 | 10 | |
Swell 3 Height (m) Direction Period (s) | W 11 | W 10 | WSW 6 | NW 8 | SW 6 | SW 5 | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — |
9 | 8 | 4 | 14 | 1 | 1 | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | |
Wind waves Height (m) Direction Period (s) | — | — | N 4 | — | — | WSW 2 | NW 3 | NW 3 | NW 3 | NNW 3 | NW 3 | NW 4 | NW 5 | N 5 | NW 7 | NW 8 | N 5 | N 4 | NNW 4 |
— | — | 6 | — | — | 1 | 2 | 3 | 5 | 2 | 3 | 15 | 36 | 7 | 184 | 182 | 11 | 9 | 10 | |
Nearest Offshore or Glassy | |||||||||||||||||||
Distance (km) | 1 | 0 | 526 | 0 | 18 | 18 | 3 | 3 | 20 | 1 | 3 | 231 | 22 | 19 | 49 | 19 | 22 | 91 | 526 |
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The above surf forecast table for La Palue provides essential information for determining whether the surfing conditions will be good over the next 16 days. A general guide to surfing at La Palue can be found by selecting the local surf guide option on the grey menu. Our La Palue 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 (La Palue) 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 La Palue 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.
La Palue is 9 km (6 miles) from the city of Camaret-sur-Mer. If you plan a holiday in Finistere - Brittany, look for hotels and other accommodation in Camaret-sur-Mer. Camaret-sur-Mer has rooms for a wide range of budgets as well as car hire and transport links.











