
Surf Forecasts:
Plentzia surf forecast from 12 Sep 2026:
- Best quality surf: Friday 18 Sep, 11PM (local time) - 6ft (1.9m), 14s period, NW swell with glassy winds.
- Most powerful swell: Saturday 19 Sep, 2AM (local time) - 6.5ft (2.0m), 13s period, NNW swell with 1,422 kJ wave energy.
- Next surfable swell (1★+): Saturday 12 Sep, 11PM (local time) - 2ft (0.6m), 10s period with NW swell.
Best Forecast Surf Conditions for Plentzia this week:
The surf forecast for Plentzia over the next 16 days: The first swell (rated 1 star or higher) is forecast to arrive on Saturday (Sep 12) at 11PM. The primary swell is predicted to be 0.6m and 10s period with a secondary swell of 0.2m and 16s. The wind is predicted to be offshore as the swell arrives.
The most powerful waves expected at Plentzia in the next 16 days are 2.0m 13s and forecast to arrive on Saturday (Sep 19) 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 (Sep 12) at 8PM.
| Wave Type | Time (CEST) & Date | Wave Height & Period |
|---|---|---|
| Next good surf (1 star+) | 11PM (Sat 12th Sep) | 2ft (0.6m) 10s |
| Best Surf | 11PM (Fri 18th Sep) | 6ft (1.9m) 14s |
| Most Powerful | 2AM (Sat 19th Sep) | 6.5ft (2.0m) 13s |
Table - best surf conditions forecast for Plentzia over the next 16 days.
The Lowdown
Alright, folks, Rusty here. Let’s have a look at what the ocean’s got cookin’ for us over this stretch. It’s a bit of a slow burn to start, so don't go getting your hopes up for this weekend. We're looking at a calm spell first, but there are some promising waves on the horizon if you're willing to wait.
We kick things off with a whole lot of nothing for the first couple of days. Saturday the 12th is flat and clean, with the water sitting at a warm 72°, which is a touch warmer than usual for this time of year. It’s pleasant, but there’s no surf to speak of. The next couple of days have some small pulses, but it's all pretty gutless and the winds are messy. Not worth the paddle out.
The first real sign of life shows up on Sunday the 13th. The swell fills in from the northwest with 4.3ft faces and a nice long 13-second period. The energy is moderate, and with that glassy morning, Plentzia (Basque Country) is looking like a proper little wave. It's not huge, but the period is there, and it'll be clean. This is the best option for a beginner to get out there. This is your window if you’re just finding your feet.
Then we hit a bit of a lull again. Monday the 14th has some small, average waves but nothing special. Tuesday and Wednesday turn messy, with onshore winds and short-period windswell. On Tuesday afternoon the wind really picks up, and the swell jumps to 6.2ft but with a weak 6-second period. That’s a messy, blown-out mess. You might see some kites out, but not many surfers. The ocean is just not cooperating.
Thursday the 17th has a bit more size, around 4.9ft with a longer 11-second period. But the wind is cross-onshore and it’s going to be choppy. Looks like a struggle, not a pleasure cruise.
We get a small reprieve on Friday the 18th with some smaller waves, but nothing to write home about.
Now, here’s where things get interesting. Saturday the 19th is the first standout. The swell is up to 6.2ft from the northwest with a solid 13-second period. This is a real proper swell. It's getting to the size where the beginners should be careful, but for the boys and girls who know what they're doing, this could be a fun one.
After a few average days, the next real highlight hits on Monday the 21st. The morning looks absolutely glassy, with light winds and a solid 4.9ft of swell from the NNW. This is the biggest period we’ve seen, at a very long 14 seconds. This is a proper groundswell. The forecast says "very good surf conditions" and I believe it. The long period could make it a bit straight at the beach, but there should be some nice lines pushing through. This is one of the best windows we’ve got. The afternoon pushes up to 6.2ft, but the wind swings cross-shore, so the morning is the go.
The week after that is a mixed bag. Tuesday has a decent swell with good energy, but winds are a bit tricky. The surf stays in the 3.3ft to 5.2ft range, with some clean mornings here and there. Nothing else is really going to knock your socks off, but there will be waves for those who are keen.
So, to wrap it up: the start is a dud, but mark your calendars for the 19th and especially the morning of the 21st. That’s where the real quality is. A couple of promising, long-range days, but as always, the ocean can change its mind. Keep an eye on the charts.
Stay stoked.
Short Range ForecastMostly dry. Warm (max 27°C on Mon afternoon, min 15°C on Sat morning). Wind will be generally light. | Days 4-6 Weather SummaryLight rain (total 7mm), mostly falling on Tue night. Warm (max 24°C on Tue afternoon, min 18°C on Wed morning). Mainly fresh winds. | ||||||||||||||||||||
Saturday 12 | Sunday 13 | Monday 14 | Tuesday 15 | Wednesday 16 | Thursday 17 | Friday 18 | |||||||||||||||
AM | PM | Night | AM | PM | Night | AM | PM | Night | AM | PM | Night | AM | PM | Night | AM | PM | Night | AM | PM | Night | |
Swell Height Map | |||||||||||||||||||||
Wave Height (m) Direction Period (s) | WNW 8 | WNW 8 | NW 10 | NW 13 | NW 12 | NW 12 | NW 12 | NW 11 | NW 10 | NW 10 | WNW 6 | NW 6 | NW 7 | NW 8 | NW 8 | NW 11 | NW 11 | NW 10 | NW 9 | NW 15 | NNW 13 |
Wave Graph | |||||||||||||||||||||
45 | 43 | 115 | 543 | 471 | 522 | 376 | 220 | 141 | 92 | 225 | 152 | 217 | 275 | 239 | 534 | 457 | 315 | 163 | 503 | 1422 | |
Wind (km/h) | |||||||||||||||||||||
Wind State on-shore cross-onshore cross-shore cross-offshore off-shore glassy | off | cross-off | cross-off | glassy | cross-off | cross-off | off | cross-off | cross-off | on | on | cross-on | cross-on | cross-on | cross-on | cross-on | cross-on | cross-on | on | cross-on | cross |
High Tide | 6:13PM4.05m | 6:33AM3.81m | 6:48PM3.91m | 7:05AM3.70m | 7:22PM3.69m | 7:38AM3.53m | 7:56PM3.42m | 8:10AM3.31m | 8:31PM3.12m | 8:45AM3.06m | 9:10PM2.82m | 9:29AM2.80m | 10:04PM2.55m | ||||||||
Low Tide | 11:54AM-0.03m | 00:18AM-0.07m | 12:30PM0.02m | 00:52AM0.07m | 1:07PM0.15m | 1:26AM0.29m | 1:43PM0.37m | 2:00AM0.56m | 2:20PM0.64m | 2:37AM0.86m | 3:02PM0.94m | 3:19AM1.15m | 3:55PM1.22m | 4:18AM1.40m | |||||||
7:47 | — | — | 7:48 | — | — | 7:48 | — | — | 7:50 | — | — | 7:50 | — | — | 7:52 | — | — | 7:52 | — | — | |
— | 8:28 | — | — | 8:25 | — | — | 8:23 | — | — | 8:22 | — | — | 8:21 | — | — | 8:19 | — | — | 8:16 | — | |
mm | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | 2 | 1 | — | 3 | 1 | — | — | — | — | — |
Temp °C | 17 | 20 | 19 | 20 | 22 | 21 | 22 | 27 | 25 | 23 | 24 | 20 | 19 | 20 | 18 | 18 | 19 | 18 | 18 | 20 | 19 |
Feels °C | 17 | 19 | 19 | 21 | 21 | 22 | 21 | 24 | 23 | 21 | 21 | 16 | 16 | 17 | 16 | 16 | 16 | 15 | 17 | 19 | 19 |
Swell 1 Height (m) Direction Period (s) | WNW 8 | WNW 8 | NW 10 | NW 13 | NW 12 | NW 12 | NW 12 | NW 11 | NW 10 | NW 10 | — | NW 11 | NW 7 | NW 8 | NW 8 | NW 11 | NW 11 | NW 10 | NW 9 | NW 15 | NNW 13 |
45 | 43 | 115 | 543 | 471 | 522 | 376 | 220 | 141 | 92 | — | 42 | 217 | 275 | 239 | 534 | 457 | 315 | 163 | 503 | 1422 | |
Swell 2 Height (m) Direction Period (s) | — | N 18 | NW 15 | NE 4 | — | — | NNE 4 | — | NE 4 | NNE 4 | — | — | WNW 10 | — | NW 12 | — | — | — | NNW 16 | NW 9 | — |
— | 6 | 55 | 4 | — | — | 3 | — | 3 | 1 | — | — | 65 | — | 96 | — | — | — | 25 | 135 | — | |
Swell 3 Height (m) Direction Period (s) | — | N 18 | NNE 4 | — | — | — | — | — | — | NW 13 | — | — | — | — | WNW 10 | — | — | — | NW 13 | — | — |
— | 6 | 2 | — | — | — | — | — | — | 7 | — | — | — | — | 10 | — | — | — | 7 | — | — | |
Wind waves Height (m) Direction Period (s) | — | NE 3 | — | — | NE 4 | — | — | NE 4 | — | WNW 2 | WNW 6 | NW 6 | — | — | — | — | — | — | NNE 4 | — | — |
— | 1 | — | — | 4 | — | — | 5 | — | 1 | 225 | 152 | — | — | — | — | — | — | 3 | — | — | |
Nearest Offshore or Glassy | |||||||||||||||||||||
Distance (km) | 4 | 89 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 2 | 0 | 6 | 262 | 479 | 40 | 40 | 40 | 40 | 40 | 21 | 29 | 21 | 2 |
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Information about the Plentzia Surf forecast
The above surf forecast table for Plentzia provides essential information for determining whether the surfing conditions will be good over the next 16 days. A general guide to surfing at Plentzia can be found by selecting the local surf guide option on the grey menu. Our Plentzia 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 (Plentzia) 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 Plentzia 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.
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