Playa de Somo Surf Break

Lat Long: 43.46° N 3.75° W

Playa de Somo Surf Forecast and Surf Report

Issued: 1 am 22 Jul 2026 (local time)

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Today's Playa de Somo sea temperature is
22.6° C
2.3° 

Playa de Somo surf forecast is for near shore open water. Breaking waves will often be smaller at less exposed spots.


Playa de Somo surf forecast from 22 Jul 2026:

  • Best quality surf: Wednesday 22 Jul, 8AM (local time) - 3.5ft (1.1m), 6s period, NNE swell with glassy winds.
  • Most powerful swell: Saturday 25 Jul, 2PM (local time) - 6.5ft (2.0m), 6s period, NW swell with 331 kJ wave energy.
  • Next surfable swell (1★+): Wednesday 22 Jul, 8AM (local time) - 3.5ft (1.1m), 6s period with NNE swell.

Best Forecast Surf Conditions for Playa de Somo this week:

The surf forecast for Playa de Somo over the next 16 days: The first swell (rated 1 star or higher) is forecast to arrive on Wednesday (Jul 22) at 8AM. The primary swell is predicted to be 1.1m and 6s period with a secondary swell of 0.1m and 10s. The wind is predicted to be glassy as the swell arrives.

The most powerful waves expected at Playa de Somo in the next 16 days are 2.0m 6s and forecast to arrive on Saturday (Jul 25) at 2PM. Winds are predicted to be cross-onshore at the time the swell arrives. The largest open ocean swell (not directed at the beach) is 0.7m 4s period and expected on Monday (Jul 27) at 5PM.

Wave TypeTime (CEST) & Date Wave Height & Period
Next good surf (1 star+) 8AM (Wed 22nd Jul)3.5ft (1.1m) 6s
Best Surf 8AM (Wed 22nd Jul)3.5ft (1.1m) 6s
Most Powerful 2PM (Sat 25th Jul)6.5ft (2.0m) 6s

Table - best surf conditions forecast for Playa de Somo over the next 16 days.


The Lowdown

Alright, Rusty here. Let’s have a look at what’s running down the coast at Playa de Somo over the next couple of weeks.

Straight up, I’ll be honest with you – it’s pretty grim for a good stretch. There’s no surf worth paddling out for right now. The first few days are all messy cross-off breezes and tiny, weak waves, with the combined energy barely scraping into double digits. That’s not a surf forecast, that’s a flat spell with a bit of wobble.

Wednesday the 22nd and Thursday the 23rd are write-offs. Friday the 24th and Saturday the 25th see the swell bumping up a bit – by Saturday morning we’re looking at 5ft from the NW, but the wind is a stiff 19 mph cross-onshore, making it lumpy and ugly. The combined energy hits (203), but it’s messy. Sunday the 26th is still cross-onshore and choppy, with 5ft swell. Not for the beginners, and honestly not that inviting for anyone.

We finally get a bit of a breather on Monday the 27th. The morning goes glassy, with offshore breeze from the ENE at 3 mph. Swell drops to 3ft from the NNW, but the period stretches out to 10 seconds – proper groundswell energy starting to show. The combined energy is strong at (276). The water temperature is sitting at 73°, which is much warmer than normal for the time of year, so it’s a pleasant dip.

Now, Wednesday the 29th morning is where you want to keep an eye on. We’ve got glassy conditions again, 4ft swell from the NNW with a nice long 11-second period, and the combined energy is (268). That’s a solid, clean-looking morning. But remember, this is a sheltered spot, and that long-period NNW swell can sometimes straighten out on a beach break – Somo handles it, but don’t expect barrels. It’s intermediate-friendly, and with that glass, it’ll be a fun, clean wave. Crowds can be an issue here though – it says often, so get in early.

After that, the second week drifts off. Thursday the 30th and Friday the 31st are small and weak again, with periods dropping and energy fading (169 down to 77). Saturday the 1st of August sees a bump back up to 4ft from the NW, but the onshore wind kills it. Sunday the 2nd morning is glassy again, with 3ft and a 9-second period, combined energy (216) – that’s another decent window, but it’s a one-off before the wind turns again.

From Monday the 3rd onward, it’s all downhill. Tiny waves, weak energy, and cross-onshore or onshore winds dominate. The last few days – 4th to 6th of August – are basically flat, with combined energy dropping below 100, down to just 20. So, you’ve got two or three decent mornings spread out over the whole run, with long flat gaps in between.

Bottom line: Monday the 27th morning and Wednesday the 29th morning are your best chances. Glassy, clean, waist-to-chest high waves with proper energy. Don’t expect much else.

- Rusty

Short Range Forecast

Mostly dry. Warm (max 23°C on Wed afternoon, min 19°C on Wed morning). Wind will be generally light.

Days 4-6 Weather Summary

Moderate rain (total 12mm), heaviest on Sat night. Warm (max 23°C on Mon afternoon, min 19°C on Sat morning). Winds decreasing (fresh winds from the WNW on Sat afternoon, calm by Mon morning).

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High Tide
11:22AM3.02m
00:07AM3.15m
12:35PM2.94m
1:18AM3.06m
1:53PM2.98m
2:25AM3.09m
2:59PM3.13m
3:21AM3.20m
3:50PM3.32m
4:06AM3.34m
4:32PM3.52m
4:44AM3.50m
5:08PM3.69m
Low Tide
5:23PM1.42m
6:13AM1.63m
6:38PM1.57m
7:29AM1.63m
7:59PM1.58m
8:37AM1.51m
9:05PM1.48m
9:30AM1.33m
9:55PM1.32m
10:12AM1.12m
10:36PM1.14m
10:50AM0.93m
11:12PM0.97m
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Information about the Playa de Somo Surf forecast

The above surf forecast table for Playa de Somo provides essential information for determining whether the surfing conditions will be good over the next 16 days. A general guide to surfing at Playa de Somo can be found by selecting the local surf guide option on the grey menu. Our Playa de Somo 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 (Playa de Somo) 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 Playa de Somo 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.

Playa de Somo is 9 km (6 miles) from the city of El Astillero. If you plan a holiday in Spain - Cantabria, look for hotels and other accommodation in El Astillero. El Astillero has rooms for a wide range of budgets as well as car hire and transport links.

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