Surf Forecasts:
Barinatxe - La Salvaje surf forecast from 18 Aug 2026:
- Best quality surf: Thursday 20 Aug, 5AM (local time) - 3ft (0.9m), 12s period, NNW swell with cross-offshore winds.
- Most powerful swell: Friday 21 Aug, 8AM (local time) - 5.5ft (1.7m), 10s period, NW swell with 615 kJ wave energy.
- Next surfable swell (1★+): Thursday 20 Aug, 5AM (local time) - 3ft (0.9m), 12s period with NNW swell.
Best Forecast Surf Conditions for Barinatxe - La Salvaje this week:
The surf forecast for Barinatxe - La Salvaje over the next 16 days: The first swell (rated 1 star or higher) is forecast to arrive on Thursday (Aug 20) at 5AM. The primary swell is predicted to be 0.9m and 12s period. The wind is predicted to be cross-offshore as the swell arrives.
The most powerful waves expected at Barinatxe - La Salvaje in the next 16 days are 1.7m 10s and forecast to arrive on Friday (Aug 21) at 8AM. Winds are predicted to be cross-shore at the time the swell arrives. The largest open ocean swell (not directed at the beach) is 0.5m 4s period and expected on Tuesday (Aug 25) at 8PM.
| Wave Type | Time (CEST) & Date | Wave Height & Period |
|---|---|---|
| Next good surf (1 star+) | 5AM (Thu 20th Aug) | 3ft (0.9m) 12s |
| Best Surf | 5AM (Thu 20th Aug) | 3ft (0.9m) 12s |
| Most Powerful | 8AM (Fri 21st Aug) | 5.5ft (1.7m) 10s |
Table - best surf conditions forecast for Barinatxe - La Salvaje over the next 16 days.
The Lowdown
Alright, let’s get into it. I’m looking at the forecast for Barinatxe - La Salvaje, and I gotta be straight with you – the next week and a bit is gonna test your patience. There’s a real gap here. We’re looking at a whole lot of nothing for the first few days, with the first real glimmer of hope not showing up until Friday the 28th of August. Before that, it’s a drought of poor surf conditions and choppy, onshore wind mess. We’ve got a long stretch of frustrating days ahead.
So, let’s start with the first real chance. On the morning of Friday the 28th of August, things finally look like they might line up. The wind will be blowing light offshore from the SSE, and the sky is clear. The swell is a modest 4ft coming from the NW, with a period of 10 seconds. The combined wave energy here is moderate (245). It’s going to be clean, and that offshore wind is a huge positive. It’s not a huge swell, but it’s the first good window we’ve had. That morning session is the standout of the first week, no doubt.
Then, we’ve got another promising morning on Monday the 31st of August. Again, a clear sky, light offshore from the SE, and a similar 3ft swell from the NW with a period of 9 seconds. The energy is a touch lower (202), but the conditions are clean. This is a solid second option.
Now, for the real standout of the whole 16-day window, you’re looking at Wednesday the 2nd of September. That morning, the wind drops to glassy – absolutely dead calm – and the swell is 4ft from the NW at 9 seconds. The combined energy is moderate (247). This is the best on offer. Glassy conditions are a gift, and with that background swell, it’s going to be the cleanest, most fun session of the whole period. Mark that date in your calendar.
The water temperature is about average for this time of year, so nothing to worry about there.
Keep in mind, La Salvaje is a beach and reef setup, and it’s an expert-only break. It’s consistent, but it can get crowded often. The swell direction from the NW is a good match for what the spot wants. The swell is small enough for a good session, but nothing too big for a standard shortboard.
That’s the lay of the land. The first week is a write-off, but the end of August and the start of September have some real windows of opportunity.
Rusty.
Short Range ForecastModerate rain (total 10mm), heaviest on Thu night. Warm (max 23°C on Wed afternoon, min 18°C on Thu night). Wind will be generally light. | Days 5-7 Weather SummaryHeavy rain (total 75mm), heaviest during Sun morning. Warm (max 21°C on Fri night, min 17°C on Sat night). Wind will be generally light. | ||||||||||||||||||
Wednesday 19 | Thursday 20 | Friday 21 | Saturday 22 | Sunday 23 | Monday 24 | ||||||||||||||
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Wave Height (m) Direction Period (s) | NW 6 | NNW 6 | NNW 5 | NNW 13 | NW 11 | NNW 10 | NW 11 | NW 10 | NW 10 | NW 10 | NW 9 | NW 9 | NW 8 | NW 7 | NNW 7 | NNW 7 | NNW 7 | NNW 6 | NNW 6 |
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6 | 6 | 6 | 145 | 347 | 361 | 561 | 592 | 570 | 388 | 230 | 172 | 167 | 77 | 93 | 59 | 38 | 35 | 35 | |
Wind (km/h) | |||||||||||||||||||
Wind State on-shore cross-onshore cross-shore cross-offshore off-shore glassy | glassy | glassy | on | cross | cross-on | on | cross | cross-on | on | cross | cross-on | cross-on | cross-on | cross-on | cross-on | cross-off | cross-off | cross-on | cross-on |
High Tide | 9:14PM3.18m | 9:34AM3.02m | 9:58PM2.87m | 10:23AM2.79m | 10:57PM2.61m | 11:32AM2.61m | 00:26AM2.46m | 1:10PM2.57m | 2:03AM2.51m | 2:31PM2.72m | 3:07AM2.69m | 3:25PM2.94m | 3:51AM2.90m | ||||||
Low Tide | 3:22AM0.81m | 3:45PM0.94m | 4:08AM1.10m | 4:41PM1.20m | 5:09AM1.34m | 5:58PM1.37m | 6:33AM1.45m | 7:29PM1.37m | 7:57AM1.37m | 8:41PM1.20m | 8:59AM1.17m | 9:32PM0.97m | |||||||
— | 7:20 | — | — | 7:20 | — | — | 7:22 | — | — | 7:24 | — | — | 7:24 | — | — | 7:26 | — | — | |
9:10 | — | — | 9:08 | — | — | 9:07 | — | — | 9:06 | — | — | 9:05 | — | — | 9:02 | — | — | 9:00 | |
mm | — | — | — | — | — | 2 | 5 | 2 | 1 | — | 2 | 2 | 24 | 26 | 12 | 3 | 4 | 2 | 7 |
Temp °C | 22 | 22 | 23 | 22 | 21 | 21 | 19 | 20 | 21 | 21 | 19 | 20 | 18 | 18 | 18 | 19 | 17 | 19 | 19 |
Feels °C | 23 | 24 | 23 | 23 | 21 | 20 | 19 | 18 | 19 | 20 | 19 | 19 | 17 | 17 | 18 | 20 | 17 | 19 | 20 |
Swell 1 Height (m) Direction Period (s) | N 5 | NNW 6 | NW 11 | NNW 13 | NW 11 | NNW 10 | NW 11 | NW 10 | NW 10 | NW 10 | NW 9 | NW 9 | NW 8 | NW 7 | NNW 7 | NNW 7 | NNW 7 | NNW 6 | NNW 6 |
4 | 6 | 5 | 145 | 347 | 361 | 561 | 592 | 570 | 388 | 230 | 172 | 167 | 77 | 93 | 59 | 38 | 35 | 35 | |
Swell 2 Height (m) Direction Period (s) | NW 6 | WNW 8 | NW 8 | NNW 7 | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | N 10 | — | — |
6 | 6 | 2 | 4 | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | 2 | — | — | |
Swell 3 Height (m) Direction Period (s) | WNW 8 | — | NW 7 | W 8 | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — |
6 | — | 2 | 1 | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | |
Wind waves Height (m) Direction Period (s) | — | — | NNW 5 | NW 3 | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — |
— | — | 6 | 2 | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | |
Nearest Offshore or Glassy | |||||||||||||||||||
Distance (km) | 428 | 380 | 494 | 0 | 22 | 35 | 0 | 35 | 35 | 0 | 4 | 26 | 26 | 26 | 26 | 1 | 1 | 85 | 167 |
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Information about the Barinatxe - La Salvaje Surf forecast
The above surf forecast table for Barinatxe - La Salvaje provides essential information for determining whether the surfing conditions will be good over the next 16 days. A general guide to surfing at Barinatxe - La Salvaje can be found by selecting the local surf guide option on the grey menu. Our Barinatxe - La Salvaje 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 (Barinatxe - La Salvaje) 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 Barinatxe - La Salvaje 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.
Barinatxe - La Salvaje is 4 km (2 miles) from the city of Getxo. If you plan a holiday in Pais Vasco, look for hotels and other accommodation in Getxo. Getxo has rooms for a wide range of budgets as well as car hire and transport links.











