
Surf Forecasts:
Playa de Traba surf forecast from 8 Aug 2026:
- Best quality surf: Saturday 8 Aug, 11PM (local time) - 2ft (0.6m), 11s period, NNW swell with offshore winds.
- Most powerful swell: Thursday 13 Aug, 2PM (local time) - 3.5ft (1.1m), 10s period, W swell with 240 kJ wave energy.
- Next surfable swell (1★+): Saturday 8 Aug, 11PM (local time) - 2ft (0.6m), 11s period with NNW swell.
Best Forecast Surf Conditions for Playa de Traba this week:
The surf forecast for Playa de Traba over the next 16 days: The first swell (rated 1 star or higher) is forecast to arrive on Saturday (Aug 08) at 11PM. The primary swell is predicted to be 0.6m and 11s period with a secondary swell of 0.9m and 7s. The wind is predicted to be offshore as the swell arrives.
The most powerful waves expected at Playa de Traba in the next 16 days are 1.1m 10s and forecast to arrive on Thursday (Aug 13) at 2PM. Winds are predicted to be cross-shore at the time the swell arrives. The largest open ocean swell (not directed at the beach) is 0.6m 4s period and expected on Saturday (Aug 08) at 5PM.
| Wave Type | Time (CEST) & Date | Wave Height & Period |
|---|---|---|
| Next good surf (1 star+) | 11PM (Sat 8th Aug) | 2ft (0.6m) 11s |
| Best Surf | 11PM (Sat 8th Aug) | 2ft (0.6m) 11s |
| Most Powerful | 2PM (Thu 13th Aug) | 3.5ft (1.1m) 10s |
Table - best surf conditions forecast for Playa de Traba over the next 16 days.
The Lowdown
Alright folks, Rusty here. Let’s have a look at what’s cooking for Playa de Traba over the next couple of weeks.
Right off the bat, I gotta be straight with you – the first week and a half is a real struggle. We’re looking at a long, dry spell with nothing worth paddling out for. From Saturday the 8th all the way through to Tuesday the 18th, the surf is either tiny or the conditions are just plain messy. The water’s sitting at 64°, which is a bit colder than normal for this time of year, so you’ll want a good wetsuit if you’re even thinking about it.
The swell energy is weak to moderate at best, with readings like 29 (weak) up to a few hundred, but the wind is never on your side. It’s mostly cross or cross-on, and the wave comments are all “poor surf conditions” until we hit the tail end of the run. There’s a little bump on Sunday the 9th morning with 2 ft from the NW and a period of 10 seconds, and the wind is light cross-off, so it’s clean. But honestly, it’s just too small and ordinary to get excited about – the overall score is barely a whisper.
Now, things finally turn around on Wednesday the 19th. That’s your standout window. The morning is the real deal – glassy conditions, calm wind, and a solid 7 ft of swell coming from the north. The period is short at 7 seconds, so it’s a bit windswell-y, but the combined energy is a strong 458, and the wave comment says “expect good surf conditions.” That’s a clean, punchy wave at Playa de Traba. It’s a bit much for beginners at that size, but for the experienced crew, that’s the session to aim for. The afternoon sees a bit of cross-on wind and the size jumps to 7 ft, so it gets lumpy and a bit out of control.
The 21st of August is another beauty. Friday morning brings 6 ft from the NNE, with a gentle offshore breeze – clean conditions and a solid 289 energy. Then Friday afternoon? Glassy again, with 6 ft and a score that says “expect good surf conditions.” That’s a proper afternoon session, light air, clean lines. Saturday the 22nd morning is also glassy with 6 ft, but the wind shifts in the afternoon and ruins it.
After that, Sunday the 23rd gets windy and big – 8 ft from the NNE with a fresh cross-breeze, and the energy is massive at 783. That’s a lot of juice, but the wind is on it, so it’s a messy, lumpy beast. Not one for the faint-hearted.
So, bottom line: the first 11 days are a write-off. But if you’re patient, the 19th morning and the 21st into the 22nd morning are your best bets. Clean, glassy, and some proper size. Get on it.
Rusty.
Short Range ForecastMostly dry. Warm (max 24°C on Sat afternoon, min 18°C on Sun night). Wind will be generally light. | Days 4-6 Weather SummaryMostly dry. Warm (max 23°C on Wed afternoon, min 18°C on Tue morning). Wind will be generally light. | ||||||||||||||||||||
Saturday 8 | Sunday 9 | Monday 10 | Tuesday 11 | Wednesday 12 | Thursday 13 | Friday 14 | |||||||||||||||
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) | W 9 | W 7 | NW 10 | NW 10 | NW 9 | NW 9 | NW 8 | NW 9 | NNW 12 | NW 10 | NNW 10 | W 10 | W 9 | W 9 | W 9 | W 9 | W 10 | WNW 9 | WNW 9 | WNW 9 | NNE 6 |
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14 | 53 | 106 | 96 | 70 | 74 | 64 | 65 | 57 | 77 | 86 | 145 | 162 | 166 | 140 | 140 | 235 | 108 | 168 | 148 | 114 | |
Wind (km/h) | |||||||||||||||||||||
Wind State on-shore cross-onshore cross-shore cross-offshore off-shore glassy | cross-off | cross | cross-off | cross-off | cross-on | glassy | cross | cross-on | cross | cross | cross-on | cross | cross | cross | cross | cross | cross | cross | cross | cross | cross |
High Tide | 12:51PM2.62m | 1:35AM2.58m | 2:10PM2.80m | 2:49AM2.75m | 3:15PM3.07m | 3:49AM2.96m | 4:08PM3.33m | 4:39AM3.14m | 4:56PM3.55m | 5:24AM3.27m | 5:40PM3.66m | 6:06AM3.31m | 6:21PM3.67m | ||||||||
Low Tide | 7:11PM0.85m | 7:44AM0.82m | 8:30PM0.64m | 8:53AM0.63m | 9:33PM0.38m | 9:49AM0.40m | 10:26PM0.14m | 10:38AM0.20m | 11:12PM-0.04m | 11:22AM0.07m | 11:55PM-0.12m | 12:03PM0.01m | 00:35AM-0.09m | ||||||||
7:33 | — | — | 7:33 | — | — | 7:35 | — | — | 7:35 | — | — | 7:37 | — | — | 7:37 | — | — | 7:39 | — | — | |
— | — | 9:49 | — | — | 9:47 | — | — | 9:46 | — | — | 9:45 | — | — | 9:44 | — | — | 9:42 | — | — | 9:40 | |
mm | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — |
Temp °C | 23 | 24 | 22 | 21 | 22 | 21 | 21 | 22 | 22 | 21 | 22 | 22 | 21 | 23 | 21 | 21 | 22 | 21 | 21 | 22 | 20 |
Feels °C | 24 | 23 | 21 | 22 | 21 | 22 | 22 | 22 | 22 | 22 | 22 | 22 | 20 | 22 | 20 | 20 | 21 | 20 | 19 | 20 | 17 |
Swell 1 Height (m) Direction Period (s) | WSW 6 | W 7 | WSW 7 | WSW 7 | WSW 7 | NW 9 | NW 8 | NW 9 | NW 8 | NW 10 | NNW 10 | W 10 | W 9 | W 9 | W 9 | W 9 | W 10 | WNW 9 | WNW 9 | WNW 9 | NW 10 |
12 | 43 | 82 | 65 | 54 | 74 | 64 | 65 | 57 | 77 | 80 | 145 | 162 | 166 | 140 | 140 | 235 | 108 | 168 | 148 | 110 | |
Swell 2 Height (m) Direction Period (s) | NNE 5 | NNW 12 | NW 10 | NW 10 | NW 9 | W 7 | W 6 | WSW 6 | NNW 12 | NNW 12 | W 11 | NNW 11 | NNW 9 | NNW 10 | WNW 12 | WNW 11 | N 8 | NW 11 | — | — | W 8 |
3 | 53 | 106 | 96 | 70 | 34 | 21 | 13 | 56 | 26 | 86 | 99 | 34 | 32 | 15 | 79 | 5 | 59 | — | — | 10 | |
Swell 3 Height (m) Direction Period (s) | W 9 | NE 6 | NNE 5 | NE 5 | N 5 | NE 5 | W 11 | WNW 11 | WNW 10 | WNW 10 | W 5 | — | N 11 | NNW 9 | N 9 | N 8 | — | N 8 | — | — | S 12 |
14 | 8 | 3 | 1 | 1 | 1 | 2 | 11 | 19 | 18 | 2 | — | 20 | 8 | 6 | 6 | — | 1 | — | — | 3 | |
Wind waves Height (m) Direction Period (s) | — | SSW 4 | — | — | — | — | — | NNE 2 | NE 4 | NNE 4 | NNE 3 | NE 4 | NNE 3 | NNE 4 | NNE 4 | NNE 4 | NNE 4 | NNE 5 | NNE 5 | NNE 5 | NNE 6 |
— | 8 | — | — | — | — | — | 1 | 16 | 7 | 4 | 3 | 4 | 10 | 25 | 21 | 26 | 32 | 44 | 52 | 114 | |
Nearest Offshore or Glassy | |||||||||||||||||||||
Distance (km) | 187 | 24 | 0 | 0 | 24 | 0 | 26 | 146 | 26 | 26 | 128 | 26 | 39 | 154 | 56 | 39 | 154 | 146 | 146 | 154 | 39 |
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Information about the Playa de Traba Surf forecast
The above surf forecast table for Playa de Traba 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 Traba can be found by selecting the local surf guide option on the grey menu. Our Playa de Traba 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 Traba) 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 Traba 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 Galicia? If you are looking for accommodation near Playa de Traba, camping, hotels and holiday cottages in Galicia, consider staying in Carballo which is 29 km (18 miles) away. Other places in and around Galicia where you can find information about places to rent, and car hire include Corcubion which is 30 km (19 miles) away, Muros, Arteixo and Ames.











