Surf Forecasts:
Las Piscinas surf forecast from 20 Aug 2026:
- Most powerful swell: Monday 24 Aug, 1AM (local time) - 5ft (1.6m), 13s period, N swell with 892 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 1.6m 13s and forecast to arrive on Monday (Aug 24) at 1AM. Winds are predicted to be onshore at the time the swell arrives. The largest open ocean swell (not directed at the beach) is 0.2m 12s period and expected on Monday (Aug 24) at 1AM.
| Wave Type | Time (WEST) & Date | Wave Height & Period |
|---|---|---|
| Next good surf (1 star+) | - | - |
| Best Surf | - | - |
| Most Powerful | 1AM (Mon 24th Aug) | 5ft (1.6m) 13s |
Table - best surf conditions forecast for Las Piscinas over the next 16 days.
The Lowdown
Alright folks, Rusty here. Let’s get into it. We’ve got a long stretch of sixteen days on the table, but honestly, for Las Piscinas, it’s a tough start. The first week and a half are looking pretty grim, with no real surf to get excited about. The wind is mostly onshore or cross-onshore, and the conditions are just plain poor.
The water is running a touch warmer than normal for this time of year, sitting at 24°, which is a nice little bonus if you’re just sitting out there, but it won’t make the waves any better.
We’re looking at a gap of about 13 days with no solid recommendations. The first real glimmer of hope comes on the morning of Tuesday, 2nd September. That’s the standout. The wind goes glassy, with an ESE breeze at just 3 mph, and the swell is a solid 6 ft coming from the NNE. The combined energy of all swells is strong at 637, so there’s plenty of push. The period is short at 7 seconds, so it’ll be a bit lumpy, but that glassy wind will make it clean. This is a reef break, and it’s consistent, so it’ll be working. Expect good surf conditions. Keep in mind the crowds are often, so you might have some company.
The afternoon of the 2nd stays promising with a clean 6 ft swell and light offshore wind from the N at 3 mph, though the energy bumps up a bit more to 677. It’s a bit bigger, but still manageable for intermediates.
The following days, the 3rd and 4th of September, keep the swell up around 7 ft, with light offshore winds, but the quality is more marginal. The combined energy is very strong, hitting 657 and 731 in the afternoons, so there’s heaps of water moving. That 7 ft mark is getting into the zone where it might be a bit much for beginners, but for the experienced crew, it’s still on.
Overall, if you can wait, the 2nd of September morning is your best bet. It’s the only true standout in the whole window. The rest of the time, it’s a waiting game.
Rusty, signing off.
Short Range ForecastMostly dry. Warm (max 24°C on Thu morning, min 21°C on Fri night). Wind will be generally light. | Days 4-6 Weather SummaryMostly dry. Warm (max 24°C on Sun afternoon, min 21°C on Sun night). Wind will be generally light. | ||||||||||||||||||||
Thursday 20 | Friday 21 | Saturday 22 | Sunday 23 | Monday 24 | Tuesday 25 | Wednesday 26 | |||||||||||||||
AM | PM | Night | AM | PM | Night | AM | PM | Night | AM | PM | Night | AM | PM | Night | AM | PM | Night | AM | PM | Night | |
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Wave Height (m) Direction Period (s) | N 8 | NNE 8 | NNE 6 | NNE 6 | NNE 6 | NNE 7 | NNE 6 | N 12 | N 11 | N 10 | N 9 | N 13 | N 12 | N 11 | N 11 | N 10 | N 9 | N 9 | NNE 8 | NNE 6 | NNE 6 |
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200 | 202 | 106 | 176 | 176 | 114 | 88 | 82 | 91 | 186 | 132 | 892 | 736 | 576 | 505 | 231 | 176 | 125 | 270 | 135 | 135 | |
Wind (km/h) | |||||||||||||||||||||
Wind State on-shore cross-onshore cross-shore cross-offshore off-shore glassy | on | on | cross-on | on | on | on | cross-on | cross-on | cross-on | cross-on | on | on | on | on | on | on | cross-on | on | cross-on | cross-on | cross-on |
High Tide | 7:45PM1.40m | 8:28AM1.43m | 9:26PM1.33m | 10:10AM1.44m | 11:01PM1.39m | 11:26AM1.56m | 11:59PM1.51m | 12:15PM1.71m | 00:40AM1.65m | 12:52PM1.87m | 1:14AM1.78m | 1:25PM2.02m | 1:45AM1.90m | ||||||||
Low Tide | 1:23PM0.76m | 1:49AM0.82m | 3:01PM0.84m | 3:34AM0.86m | 4:48PM0.79m | 5:04AM0.78m | 5:52PM0.66m | 5:59AM0.65m | 6:34PM0.52m | 6:38AM0.51m | 7:08PM0.38m | 7:11AM0.38m | 7:40PM0.26m | ||||||||
7:33 | — | — | 7:33 | — | — | 7:35 | — | — | 7:35 | — | — | 7:35 | — | — | 7:37 | — | — | 7:37 | — | — | |
— | 8:36 | — | — | 8:35 | — | — | 8:34 | — | — | 8:32 | — | — | 8:31 | — | — | 8:30 | — | — | 8:30 | — | |
mm | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — |
Temp °C | 24 | 24 | 23 | 24 | 24 | 23 | 23 | 24 | 22 | 23 | 24 | 22 | 24 | 24 | 23 | 24 | 24 | 22 | 23 | 23 | 22 |
Feels °C | 24 | 23 | 24 | 24 | 24 | 24 | 22 | 24 | 22 | 23 | 24 | 23 | 25 | 25 | 24 | 25 | 24 | 22 | 22 | 22 | 22 |
Swell 1 Height (m) Direction Period (s) | NW 10 | WNW 9 | N 8 | WNW 8 | NW 8 | NW 8 | N 12 | N 12 | N 11 | N 10 | N 9 | N 13 | N 12 | N 11 | N 11 | N 10 | N 9 | N 9 | W 9 | W 9 | W 8 |
15 | 8 | 46 | 7 | 3 | 3 | 27 | 71 | 82 | 186 | 132 | 892 | 736 | 576 | 505 | 231 | 176 | 125 | 2 | 2 | 1 | |
Swell 2 Height (m) Direction Period (s) | S 14 | S 13 | WNW 9 | S 14 | S 14 | N 14 | N 8 | N 8 | NW 8 | N 12 | N 15 | SSW 12 | SSW 12 | SSW 12 | SSW 11 | S 11 | S 11 | W 10 | W 9 | W 9 | W 8 |
4 | 3 | 8 | 4 | 4 | 4 | 5 | 5 | 3 | 26 | 109 | 14 | 14 | 14 | 13 | 2 | 2 | 2 | 2 | 2 | 1 | |
Swell 3 Height (m) Direction Period (s) | — | SW 16 | S 14 | W 12 | W 11 | W 10 | NW 9 | NW 9 | S 13 | W 8 | N 11 | — | — | — | — | — | W 10 | — | — | — | — |
— | 10 | 4 | 3 | 2 | 2 | 3 | 3 | 3 | 1 | 39 | — | — | — | — | — | 2 | — | — | — | — | |
Wind waves Height (m) Direction Period (s) | N 8 | NNE 8 | NNE 6 | NNE 6 | NNE 6 | NNE 7 | NNE 6 | NNE 6 | NNE 7 | — | — | — | — | NE 4 | NNE 4 | NNE 5 | NNE 5 | NNE 5 | NNE 8 | NNE 6 | NNE 6 |
200 | 202 | 106 | 176 | 176 | 114 | 88 | 82 | 91 | — | — | — | — | 7 | 22 | 30 | 33 | 35 | 270 | 135 | 135 | |
Nearest Offshore or Glassy | |||||||||||||||||||||
Distance (km) | 45 | 38 | 45 | 45 | 38 | 38 | 45 | 108 | 12 | 12 | 12 | 38 | 38 | 70 | 38 | 38 | 70 | 115 | 70 | 525 | 525 |
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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.











