
Surf Forecasts:
Las Piscinas surf forecast from 9 Aug 2026:
- Most powerful swell: Saturday 15 Aug, 7AM (local time) - 6ft (1.9m), 7s period, NNE swell with 379 kJ wave energy.
Best Forecast Surf Conditions for Las Piscinas this week:
The most powerful waves expected at Las Piscinas in the next 16 days are 1.9m 7s and forecast to arrive on Saturday (Aug 15) at 7AM. Winds are predicted to be cross-onshore at the time the swell arrives. The largest open ocean swell (not directed at the beach) is 0.1m 12s period and expected on Sunday (Aug 09) at 4PM.
| Wave Type | Time (WEST) & Date | Wave Height & Period |
|---|---|---|
| Next good surf (1 star+) | - | - |
| Best Surf | - | - |
| Most Powerful | 7AM (Sat 15th Aug) | 6ft (1.9m) 7s |
Table - best surf conditions forecast for Las Piscinas over the next 16 days.
The Lowdown
Alright, let’s get real about the next couple of weeks. It’s a tough stretch for us. We’ve got a solid window coming up, but we’re gonna have to work for it, and the start is gonna be a write-off.
The Short Version: Don’t bother paddling out for the first few days. It’s messy. We’ve got a decent pulse of swell around the 14th and 15th, but the wind is gonna be a problem. The real window opens up on the 18th and into the 19th. That’s your chance at something clean, but you gotta look for the right bank. After that, it fades out pretty quickly, especially by the 22nd, so don’t hold your breath for a grand finale.
Now Let's Dive In:
Right at the start, the ocean’s a mess. Light onshore and cross-onshore (onshore) winds are blowing out a small, short-period swell, and the energy is weak, only in the 150-220 range. It’s a prime “check the cams and go back to bed” situation. This lasts through the 11th and 12th. I wouldn't even call it a surf.
The swell starts to fill in a bit around the 13th and 14th, bumping up to 5ft and 6ft, with the energy climbing into the 250-400 range. But here’s the rub – the wind stays onshore and cross-onshore (on), keeping it choppy and unruly. You’ll see the size, but you won’t see the shape. It’s just a lot of whitewater. This is not what we’re after.
Then, around the 16th into the 17th, the swell eases back to 5-5ft, and the wind finally starts to ease off. It’s still not ideal, with a cross-onshore (cross-on) flow, but it’s getting there.
The Standout Window:
Here’s where it gets interesting. The 18th and 19th look like our best chance. The swell is smaller, coming in at 3ft to 4ft, but the period stretches out a bit, and the energy is still moderate. More importantly, the wind dies right down to a light breeze, almost glassy. This is where Las Piscinas (reef) has a chance to turn on. It might be inconsistent, but if you’re patient, you could be rewarded with some clean, workable lines. This is the one to watch. It won’t be big, but it could be clean, which is a major win after a week of junk.
The Fade-Out:
From the 20th onward, it starts to fall apart. The wind picks back up from the NNE, the swell drops on the 22nd to a weak 2ft, and the energy just bleeds out of the water, getting down to the 60-90 range. There’s a little bump on the 23rd and 24th, but the wind is back on it, and we’re back to the choppy, poor surf conditions. For the most part, the last few days of the window are a write-off. We’d need a big forecast change to make anything of that.
So there you have it. The surf will be poor for the majority of the next two weeks. Keep your eyes on the 18th and 19th. That’s your window for a real session at Las Piscinas (reef). Everything else is just watching the ocean from the car park. The water's running a touch warmer than usual for this time of year, about 75°, which is nice at least.
Stay patient. Forecasts can change, but this is what we’ve got.
Rusty.
Short Range ForecastMostly dry. Warm (max 24°C on Sun afternoon, min 20°C on Mon night). Wind will be generally light. | Days 4-6 Weather SummaryMostly dry. Warm (max 24°C on Fri afternoon, min 20°C on Wed night). Wind will be generally light. | ||||||||||||||||||||
Sunday 9 | Monday 10 | Tuesday 11 | Wednesday 12 | Thursday 13 | Friday 14 | Saturday 15 | |||||||||||||||
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 6 | NNE 7 | NNE 7 | NNE 7 | NNE 6 | NNE 6 | NNE 6 | NNE 6 | NNE 6 | NNE 6 | NNE 6 | NNE 6 | NNE 7 | NNE 7 | NNE 7 | NNE 7 | NNE 7 | NNE 7 | NNE 7 |
Wave Graph | |||||||||||||||||||||
149 | 176 | 186 | 198 | 180 | 175 | 136 | 107 | 119 | 119 | 111 | 150 | 191 | 197 | 234 | 290 | 293 | 369 | 379 | 294 | 279 | |
Wind (km/h) | |||||||||||||||||||||
Wind State on-shore cross-onshore cross-shore cross-offshore off-shore glassy | on | on | on | on | on | on | on | on | on | cross-on | on | on | cross-on | on | on | on | on | on | cross-on | on | on |
High Tide | 11:22AM1.80m | 00:01AM1.78m | 12:24PM1.99m | 00:58AM1.92m | 1:15PM2.18m | 1:45AM2.04m | 2:00PM2.33m | 2:28AM2.12m | 2:42PM2.40m | 3:09AM2.14m | 3:22PM2.40m | 3:47AM2.11m | 4:00PM2.32m | ||||||||
Low Tide | 5:46PM0.41m | 6:07AM0.41m | 6:46PM0.22m | 6:59AM0.27m | 7:35PM0.06m | 7:44AM0.15m | 8:19PM-0.04m | 8:26AM0.08m | 9:00PM-0.07m | 9:05AM0.06m | 9:38PM-0.04m | 9:43AM0.09m | 10:14PM0.06m | ||||||||
7:28 | — | — | 7:28 | — | — | 7:28 | — | — | 7:30 | — | — | 7:30 | — | — | 7:31 | — | — | 7:31 | — | — | |
— | 8:45 | — | — | 8:45 | — | — | 8:45 | — | — | 8:44 | — | — | 8:43 | — | — | 8:42 | — | — | 8:40 | — | |
mm | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — |
Temp °C | 23 | 24 | 21 | 22 | 23 | 21 | 22 | 23 | 21 | 23 | 23 | 21 | 23 | 23 | 21 | 23 | 24 | 22 | 23 | 23 | 23 |
Feels °C | 23 | 24 | 21 | 21 | 22 | 20 | 21 | 22 | 21 | 22 | 22 | 21 | 22 | 22 | 21 | 22 | 24 | 22 | 23 | 22 | 23 |
Swell 1 Height (m) Direction Period (s) | N 9 | WNW 8 | WNW 7 | NNW 9 | NNW 9 | N 9 | N 8 | N 8 | NW 10 | NW 9 | NW 10 | NW 10 | NW 9 | NW 9 | NW 9 | NNW 12 | NW 11 | NW 10 | NNW 10 | NNW 9 | NNW 9 |
59 | 6 | 5 | 17 | 29 | 40 | 34 | 33 | 15 | 21 | 48 | 44 | 41 | 41 | 29 | 52 | 94 | 79 | 61 | 56 | 33 | |
Swell 2 Height (m) Direction Period (s) | WNW 8 | S 12 | N 10 | NW 7 | N 9 | NW 11 | NW 10 | WNW 10 | N 14 | NNW 13 | NNW 12 | NNW 11 | NNW 11 | N 10 | N 10 | NW 9 | N 11 | N 10 | N 10 | N 9 | N 9 |
6 | 3 | 2 | 2 | 13 | 4 | 4 | 11 | 15 | 34 | 29 | 25 | 23 | 18 | 17 | 20 | 9 | 18 | 17 | 15 | 6 | |
Swell 3 Height (m) Direction Period (s) | S 12 | NW 7 | N 13 | — | NW 11 | S 11 | S 10 | N 14 | S 13 | WNW 11 | N 7 | S 12 | S 12 | N 13 | NNW 13 | N 11 | S 18 | — | WNW 8 | S 15 | NW 8 |
3 | 2 | 3 | — | 5 | 2 | 2 | 4 | 3 | 12 | 4 | 3 | 3 | 3 | 17 | 10 | 6 | — | 7 | 4 | 3 | |
Wind waves Height (m) Direction Period (s) | NNE 7 | NNE 7 | NNE 6 | NNE 7 | NNE 7 | NNE 7 | NNE 6 | NNE 6 | NNE 6 | NNE 6 | NNE 6 | NNE 6 | NNE 6 | NNE 6 | NNE 7 | NNE 7 | NNE 7 | NNE 7 | NNE 7 | NNE 7 | NNE 7 |
149 | 176 | 186 | 198 | 180 | 175 | 136 | 107 | 119 | 119 | 111 | 150 | 191 | 197 | 234 | 290 | 293 | 369 | 379 | 294 | 279 | |
Nearest Offshore or Glassy | |||||||||||||||||||||
Distance (km) | 70 | 70 | 70 | 70 | 38 | 70 | 38 | 525 | 88 | 124 | 115 | 115 | 115 | 70 | 70 | 124 | 115 | 115 | 45 | 38 | 45 |
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Information about the Las Piscinas Surf forecast
The above surf forecast table for Las Piscinas provides essential information for determining whether the surfing conditions will be good over the next 16 days. A general guide to surfing at Las Piscinas can be found by selecting the local surf guide option on the grey menu. Our Las Piscinas 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 (Las Piscinas) 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 Las Piscinas 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 Las Piscinas, 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, Las Palmas, Santa Brigida and Telde.











