
Surf Forecasts:
Playa de Traba surf forecast from 7 Aug 2026:
- Best quality surf: Friday 7 Aug, 8AM (local time) - 2.5ft (0.7m), 8s period, NNW swell with cross-offshore winds.
- Most powerful swell: Friday 14 Aug, 2AM (local time) - 4ft (1.2m), 10s period, WNW swell with 248 kJ wave energy.
- Next surfable swell (1★+): Friday 7 Aug, 8AM (local time) - 2.5ft (0.7m), 8s 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 Friday (Aug 07) at 8AM. The primary swell is predicted to be 0.7m and 8s period with a secondary swell of 0.9m and 6s. The wind is predicted to be cross-offshore as the swell arrives.
The most powerful waves expected at Playa de Traba in the next 16 days are 1.2m 10s and forecast to arrive on Friday (Aug 14) at 2AM. Winds are predicted to be cross-shore at the time the swell arrives. The largest open ocean swell (not directed at the beach) is 0.4m 3s period and expected on Saturday (Aug 08) at 2PM.
| Wave Type | Time (CEST) & Date | Wave Height & Period |
|---|---|---|
| Next good surf (1 star+) | 8AM (Fri 7th Aug) | 2.5ft (0.7m) 8s |
| Best Surf | 8AM (Fri 7th Aug) | 2.5ft (0.7m) 8s |
| Most Powerful | 2AM (Fri 14th Aug) | 4ft (1.2m) 10s |
Table - best surf conditions forecast for Playa de Traba over the next 16 days.
The Lowdown
Alright, folks, Rusty here. Let’s talk about Playa de Traba. We’ve got a stretch of small, messy surf ahead, so let’s not get too worked up. The water is running a bit colder than usual for this time of year, about 63°F, so you’ll want the rubber, even if it’s just a spring suit.
The next two weeks are looking pretty lackluster. There’s a real gap here—nothing worth paddling out for in the first week. The waves stay small, under 3ft, with cross and onshore winds messing up what little energy there is. The swell energy is weak to moderate, mostly in the low to mid-100s (94-224) range, and it’s just not coming together. You’ll see the swell direction shifting around, but it’s all short-period stuff, not enough push to make anything fun of it.
We finally see a bit of a bump around Sunday the 16th, with the swell picking up to 6ft in the morning and 5ft in the afternoon, but the wind goes cross-onshore and the period drops to a weak 7 seconds. That’s a chop fest, not a surf session. The energy does jump up to 297, but it’s not going to be clean.
The first genuinely surfable window looks like it might be Tuesday the 18th. We’ve got a clean, glassy morning with a light SW cross-offshore breeze. The swell is small, only 3ft from the N, but the period is a touch better at 8 seconds. It’s not going to be a classic, but with clean conditions and the energy at 144, it’s the best of a bad bunch. For a beginner-friendly spot like this, that small, clean wave will be a godsend. Playa de Traba is exposed to the NW swell, so we’re getting what we’re given.
After that, the wind picks up again, and the swell tries to build. Wednesday the 19th sees 5ft from the NW with onshore winds, making it lumpy. Then the wind really howls on Thursday the 20th, with a fresh 19 mph cross-shore breeze, which will just put a cap on it.
Looking into the second week, there’s a more promising pulse showing up for Saturday the 22nd. The swell builds to 6ft from the NW with a 10-second period, and the energy jumps way up to 596. But the wind is onshore, and the surf quality is forecast as poor. It looks like a lot of energy with nowhere to go. The setup at this exposed beach might be more interesting for a kite surfer than a paddle surfer on that day.
So, honestly, the pick of the fortnight is that small, clean window on Tuesday the 18th. It’s not big, but it’s clean, and that’s what we’re after. There’s a lot of waiting in between. Stay patient.
Rusty.
Short Range ForecastMostly dry. Warm (max 24°C on Sat afternoon, min 18°C on Fri morning). Wind will be generally light. | Days 4-6 Weather SummaryMostly dry. Warm (max 24°C on Wed afternoon, min 18°C on Mon morning). Wind will be generally light. | ||||||||||||||||||||
Friday 7 | Saturday 8 | Sunday 9 | Monday 10 | Tuesday 11 | Wednesday 12 | Thursday 13 | |||||||||||||||
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 | N 8 | NNW 7 | W 8 | WSW 7 | NW 10 | NW 10 | WSW 7 | NW 8 | NW 8 | NW 9 | NNW 12 | NW 10 | NNW 10 | W 10 | W 9 | W 9 | W 9 | W 9 | W 9 | WNW 10 |
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49 | 33 | 17 | 10 | 53 | 106 | 76 | 71 | 71 | 57 | 78 | 56 | 106 | 97 | 145 | 155 | 155 | 126 | 95 | 97 | 248 | |
Wind (km/h) | |||||||||||||||||||||
Wind State on-shore cross-onshore cross-shore cross-offshore off-shore glassy | glassy | on | cross-off | cross | cross | cross-off | cross | cross-on | glassy | cross | cross-on | cross | cross-on | cross-on | cross | cross | cross | cross | cross | cross-on | cross |
High Tide | 11:26AM2.58m | 00:06AM2.53m | 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 | ||||||||
Low Tide | 5:41PM0.91m | 6:21AM0.90m | 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 | ||||||||
7:31 | — | — | 7:33 | — | — | 7:33 | — | — | 7:35 | — | — | 7:35 | — | — | 7:37 | — | — | 7:37 | — | — | |
— | — | 9:51 | — | — | 9:49 | — | — | 9:47 | — | — | 9:46 | — | — | 9:45 | — | — | 9:44 | — | — | 9:42 | |
mm | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — |
Temp °C | 22 | 22 | 21 | 22 | 24 | 22 | 21 | 22 | 21 | 21 | 23 | 21 | 20 | 22 | 22 | 21 | 24 | 21 | 21 | 23 | 22 |
Feels °C | 23 | 23 | 22 | 22 | 23 | 22 | 22 | 22 | 22 | 22 | 23 | 21 | 21 | 22 | 22 | 20 | 22 | 19 | 21 | 23 | 21 |
Swell 1 Height (m) Direction Period (s) | NE 5 | NNE 5 | NNE 5 | NE 5 | NNW 12 | WSW 7 | WSW 7 | WSW 7 | NW 8 | NW 8 | NW 9 | NW 8 | NW 10 | NNW 10 | W 10 | W 9 | W 9 | W 9 | W 9 | W 9 | WNW 10 |
30 | 18 | 9 | 7 | 53 | 49 | 51 | 71 | 71 | 57 | 78 | 54 | 106 | 97 | 145 | 155 | 155 | 126 | 95 | 97 | 248 | |
Swell 2 Height (m) Direction Period (s) | N 8 | N 8 | NNW 7 | W 6 | NE 6 | NW 10 | NW 10 | NW 9 | W 7 | W 6 | WSW 6 | NNW 12 | WNW 10 | W 11 | NNW 10 | NNW 9 | NNW 9 | NNW 9 | NW 11 | NW 11 | S 13 |
49 | 33 | 17 | 6 | 8 | 106 | 76 | 68 | 34 | 21 | 13 | 56 | 18 | 86 | 63 | 46 | 15 | 15 | 32 | 97 | 3 | |
Swell 3 Height (m) Direction Period (s) | W 9 | W 7 | W 6 | W 8 | N 6 | NE 5 | NE 5 | NE 5 | NE 5 | NW 10 | NNW 13 | WNW 10 | W 5 | W 5 | N 12 | N 11 | N 10 | — | N 8 | N 8 | — |
15 | 9 | 7 | 10 | 3 | 4 | 1 | 1 | 1 | 26 | 16 | 19 | 2 | 2 | 11 | 20 | 17 | — | 5 | 1 | — | |
Wind waves Height (m) Direction Period (s) | — | — | — | — | WSW 7 | — | — | — | — | NE 4 | NE 3 | NNE 4 | NNE 4 | NNE 3 | NNE 3 | NE 3 | NNE 3 | NNE 4 | NNE 4 | NNE 4 | NNE 5 |
— | — | — | — | 53 | — | — | — | — | 1 | 2 | 13 | 6 | 3 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 11 | 22 | 28 | 39 | |
Nearest Offshore or Glassy | |||||||||||||||||||||
Distance (km) | 0 | 26 | 283 | 187 | 64 | 0 | 24 | 24 | 0 | 26 | 154 | 26 | 26 | 146 | 26 | 39 | 154 | 26 | 30 | 224 | 26 |
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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.











