Playa de Traba Surf Forecast and Surf Report

Alright folks, Rusty here. Let’s get straight into it. The next couple of weeks look pretty flat and frustrating for Playa de Traba, so don’t rush to load the boards just yet. The first real chance for a wave that’s worth a paddle doesn’t show up until Saturday the 22nd, and even then it’s only a glimmer. We’ve got a solid stretch of nothing from now until then, so if you’re itching to get wet, you’ll be waiting a while.

The first sign of life comes on Saturday the 22nd in the morning. Playa de Traba should see a small NNE swell pushing in at 6ft, with a period of just 6 seconds, so it’s a short, wind-affected bump. The real good news is the wind – light ENE breeze at 6 mph, giving us a clean, cross-offshore flow. The combined energy reading is moderate at 282, so there’s enough to push your board around, but it’s not gonna be a classic. The break is exposed to the NW, and the swell is coming from the NNE, so it’s a little off-angle, but it’ll wrap in. This is a beginner-friendly spot, always consistent, so you might get a few fun ones. Just be aware that crowds are possible here. The water temperature is 67°, which is a normal 0.4°F anomaly for this time of year, so no need for a thick steamer.

Now, the real standout comes later in the window, on Thursday the 27th of August. This is the one to circle on the calendar. The morning looks beautiful with a NW swell of 6ft and a much longer period of 9 seconds – proper groundswell energy. The wind is a light SSE breeze at 3 mph, blowing directly offshore, making for glassy, clean conditions. The combined energy jumps to a solid 573, which is a nice step up. The swell direction is NW, and the break is exposed to the NW, so it’s a full-on match. The waves will have shape and power, with longer gaps between sets, making the paddle out a bit easier. This is the best on offer, but keep in mind that with the swell size and the exposed nature of the beach, it might be a bit punchy for absolute beginners.

The day after that, Friday the 28th, things get big. We’re looking at a 10ft NW swell with a 12-second period, and the combined energy rockets up to 2191. That’s serious power. The wind is onshore from the NW at 12 mph, which will mess up the face, and the break is predicted to be too big for this spot. This is expert territory only, and with the onshore wind, it’s going to be a messy, dangerous beast. Not one for the average surfer, and honestly, it looks more like a kite-surfing day with that wind and lumpy cross-chop.

Saturday the 29th is similar – a massive 12ft NW swell at 14 seconds, energy of 4715, and cross-onshore winds. The break is overwhelmed, so unless you’re a pro and have a death wish, stay on the sand.

So, to sum it up: the first week is a write-off. Saturday the 22nd morning gives you a small, clean window for a beginner-friendly session. The absolute standout is the morning of Thursday the 27th – clean, offshore, and a solid NW groundswell. That’s your best bet. After that, it’s too big and messy. Stay patient, and keep an eye on the sky.

Rusty.

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