Using Surf-Forecast’s Historical Surf Data To Find The Most Consistent Waves On Earth
Using our statistical data for 7000 spots dating back to 2006, we can find those waves that break the most, with the best winds.
Surf Forecasts:
The surf forecast for Playa do Rostro over the next 12 days: The first swell (rated 1 star or higher) is forecast to arrive on Thursday (Dec 18) at 4AM. The primary swell is predicted to be 3.5m and 23s period with a secondary swell of 3.5m and 14s. The wind is predicted to be cross-shore as the swell arrives.
The most powerful waves expected at Playa do Rostro in the next 12 days are 6.0m 20s and forecast to arrive on Thursday (Dec 18) at 10AM. Winds are predicted to be cross-shore at the time the swell arrives. The largest open ocean swell (not directed at the beach) is 1.1m 5s period and expected on Thursday (Dec 18) at 4AM.
| Wave Type | Time (CET) & Date | Wave Height & Period |
|---|---|---|
| Next good surf (1 star+) | 4AM (Thu 18th Dec) | 11ft (3.5m) 23s |
| Best Surf | 4AM (Thu 18th Dec) | 11ft (3.5m) 23s |
| Most Powerful | 10AM (Thu 18th Dec) | 20ft (6.0m) 20s |
Table - best surf conditions forecast for Playa do Rostro over the next 12 days.
Short Range Forecast Heavy rain (total 56mm), heaviest during Thu afternoon. Very mild (max 14°C on Wed night, min 11°C on Wed morning). Winds decreasing (gales from the S on Thu morning, calm by Fri night). | Days 3-6 Weather Summary Heavy rain (total 73mm), heaviest during Sat morning. Very mild (max 14°C on Mon night, min 10°C on Sat afternoon). Winds decreasing (strong winds from the SSW on Sun night, light winds from the SSE by Mon night). | ||||||||||||||||||||
Wednesday 17 | Thursday 18 | Friday 19 | Saturday 20 | Sunday 21 | Monday 22 | Tuesday 23 | |||||||||||||||
| 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 (?) | WNW | WNW | WNW | WNW | WNW | WNW | WNW | NW | NW | NW | WNW | WNW | WNW | WNW | WNW | WNW | W | WNW | NW | NW | SW |
| Period(s) (?) | 13 | 13 | 13 | 20 | 19 | 17 | 16 | 17 | 16 | 14 | 14 | 14 | 16 | 16 | 16 | 14 | 13 | 12 | 12 | 11 | 9 |
Wave (?)Graph | |||||||||||||||||||||
| 3365 | 2339 | 3250 | 29411 | 27491 | 18290 | 16789 | 17642 | 11522 | 3253 | 8472 | 10308 | 16343 | 18775 | 20943 | 17097 | 12159 | 5816 | 1839 | 1048 | 626 | |
Wind (km/h) | S | S | S | S | S | NNW | NNE | N | S | SSW | WNW | NW | WSW | SW | SW | W | W | SSE | SSW | WSW | WSW |
| Wind State (?) onshore cross-onshore cross-shore cross-offshore offshore glassy | cross- off | cross | cross | cross | cross | cross | cross- off | cross | cross | cross | cross- on | cross- on | cross- on | cross- on | cross- on | on | on | cross- off | cross- on | on | on |
High Tide / height (m) | 2:35PM 2.66 | 2:54AM 2.85 | 3:14PM 2.73 | 3:31AM 2.94 | 3:51PM 2.79 | 4:07AM 3.02 | 4:27PM 2.82 | 4:43AM 3.07 | 5:03PM 2.82 | 5:18AM 3.08 | 5:38PM 2.79 | 5:54AM 3.07 | 6:15PM 2.74 | ||||||||
Low Tide / height (m) | 8:37PM 0.69 | 9:05AM 0.63 | 9:14PM 0.61 | 9:42AM 0.54 | 9:51PM 0.55 | 10:19AM 0.48 | 10:26PM 0.51 | 10:56AM 0.45 | 11:01PM 0.50 | 11:32AM 0.46 | 11:36PM 0.51 | 12:09PM 0.48 | 12:12AM 0.54 | ||||||||
Wednesday 17 | Thursday 18 | Friday 19 | Saturday 20 | Sunday 21 | Monday 22 | Tuesday 23 | |||||||||||||||
| Sunrise | 9:02 | - | - | 9:02 | - | - | 9:03 | - | - | 9:03 | - | - | 9:03 | - | - | 9:04 | - | - | 9:04 | - | - |
| Sunset | - | 6:02 | - | - | 6:02 | - | - | 6:04 | - | - | 6:04 | - | - | 6:05 | - | - | 6:05 | - | - | 6:06 | - |
Rain (mm) | - | - | - | 4 | 47 | 5 | - | - | - | 11 | 7 | 7 | 5 | 5 | 17 | 4 | 2 | 15 | 11 | 9 | 9 |
| Temp. °C | 11 | 13 | 14 | 14 | 14 | 13 | 12 | 12 | 12 | 13 | 10 | 10 | 11 | 11 | 12 | 13 | 13 | 14 | 15 | 13 | 13 |
| Feels °C (?) | 9 | 6 | 7 | 2 | 5 | 6 | 6 | 8 | 6 | 5 | 5 | 1 | 4 | 4 | 3 | 4 | 4 | 8 | 9 | 7 | 6 |

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The above surf forecast table for Playa do Rostro provides essential information for determining whether the surfing conditions will be good over the next 12 days. A general guide to surfing at Playa do Rostro can be found by selecting the local surf guide option on the grey menu. Our Playa do Rostro 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 do Rostro) 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 do Rostro 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 do Rostro, camping, hotels and holiday cottages in Galicia, consider staying in Corcubion which is 7 km (4 miles) away. Other places in and around Galicia where you can find information about places to rent, and car hire include Muros which is 27 km (17 miles) away, Boiro, Ames and Carballo.

