
Surf Forecasts:
Plentzia surf forecast from 12 Jul 2026:
- Best quality surf: Monday 13 Jul, 11AM (local time) - 3.5ft (1.1m), 6s period, NW swell with cross-offshore winds.
- Most powerful swell: Monday 13 Jul, 8AM (local time) - 3.5ft (1.1m), 6s period, NW swell with 98 kJ wave energy.
- Next surfable swell (1★+): Monday 13 Jul, 11AM (local time) - 3.5ft (1.1m), 6s 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 Monday (Jul 13) at 11AM. The primary swell is predicted to be 1.1m and 6s period with a secondary swell of 0.2m and 9s. The wind is predicted to be cross-offshore as the swell arrives.
The most powerful waves expected at Plentzia in the next 16 days are 1.1m 6s and forecast to arrive on Monday (Jul 13) at 8AM. 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 4s period and expected on Sunday (Jul 12) at 5PM.
| Wave Type | Time (CEST) & Date | Wave Height & Period |
|---|---|---|
| Next good surf (1 star+) | 11AM (Mon 13th Jul) | 3.5ft (1.1m) 6s |
| Best Surf | 11AM (Mon 13th Jul) | 3.5ft (1.1m) 6s |
| Most Powerful | 8AM (Mon 13th Jul) | 3.5ft (1.1m) 6s |
Table - best surf conditions forecast for Plentzia over the next 16 days.
Alright folks, Rusty here. Let’s get into it. Look, I’ve got to be straight with you. The next 16 days out at Plentzia are looking like a total bummer for surf. We’ve got a few little pulses of energy, but the conditions are just not cooperating. The water is sitting at 74°, which is much warmer than normal for this time of year, so at least a dip will feel good, but you’re not gonna be riding much.
The first real chance to even get wet comes on Sunday the 12th of July, but it’s a real letdown. We’re looking at a tiny 2 ft swell from the NW, with a period of 9 seconds, and the wind is blowing straight onshore from the WNW at 15 mph. The combined energy is a weak 39, and it’s just a mess. Honestly, forget it.
Monday the 13th has a tiny bit more size, with 4 ft from the NW, but the period is a short 6 seconds, meaning it’s choppy and weak. The wind is a cross-offshore from the NE at 3 mph in the morning, which is okay, but the energy is still poor at 99. It’s surfable, but it’s very ordinary. The whole week, from Tuesday the 14th through the weekend, is a write-off. We’re talking 1 ft to 2 ft swells, short periods, and mostly onshore or cross-onshore winds. It’s just poor surf conditions day after day.
Now, we get a bit more juice in the second week. From Monday the 20th, the swell starts to build. On Monday the 20th, we see 5 ft to 5 ft from the NNW, with periods of 6-7 seconds and moderate energy hitting 206 to 244. But the wind is still onshore. It’s a no-go.
The standout energy, if you can call it that, is on Thursday the 23rd of July. We get a 6 ft swell from the NW, with a period of 12 seconds in the afternoon. That’s a proper groundswell, and the combined energy is a massive 1571. But here’s the kicker – the wind is blowing straight onshore from the WNW at 12 mph. The wave comment is “poor surf conditions.” For a spot that’s sheltered and rarely breaks, this is a total tease. The long period also means it’s going to be breaking straight at this beach setup, making it a real mess. It’s too big and choppy for beginners, and it’s not clean enough for experts. Honestly, this setup looks more interesting for kite surfing than paddle surfing.
The rest of the week is a slow fade. Friday the 24th has 6 ft in the morning with 10-second period, but again, onshore wind. By the 27th, we’re back to tiny 2 ft with glassy conditions, but the size is just not there.
The harsh truth is there are no good surf options in this 16-day window. Plentzia is a spot that rarely breaks, and it’s set to be a blank run. It’s normal for this area to have long gaps like this. Keep an eye on the charts, but for now, leave the board at home.
Rusty.
Short Range ForecastLight rain (total 4mm), mostly falling on Sun night. Warm (max 35°C on Sun afternoon, min 19°C on Sun night). Wind will be generally light. | Days 5-7 Weather SummaryMostly dry. Warm (max 23°C on Wed afternoon, min 18°C on Thu night). Wind will be generally light. | ||||||||||||||||||||
Sun 12 | Monday 13 | Tuesday 14 | Wednesday 15 | Thursday 16 | Friday 17 | Saturday 18 | |||||||||||||||
PM | Night | AM | PM | Night | AM | PM | Night | AM | PM | Night | AM | PM | Night | AM | PM | Night | AM | PM | Night | AM | |
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Wave Height (m) Direction Period (s) | NW 9 | WNW 5 | NW 6 | NW 6 | N 6 | NNW 6 | N 5 | WNW 4 | N 5 | NNW 4 | NNW 6 | N 6 | N 5 | WNW 9 | WNW 8 | WNW 7 | NW 6 | N 5 | NNE 5 | N 4 | N 5 |
Wave Graph | |||||||||||||||||||||
39 | 59 | 91 | 40 | 18 | 10 | 8 | 20 | 11 | 13 | 25 | 16 | 13 | 8 | 34 | 29 | 10 | 11 | 7 | 9 | 10 | |
Wind (km/h) | |||||||||||||||||||||
Wind State on-shore cross-onshore cross-shore cross-offshore off-shore glassy | on | on | cross-off | cross-on | glassy | cross-off | cross-on | cross-on | on | cross-on | on | on | cross | glassy | glassy | cross-off | cross | cross | cross-on | glassy | glassy |
High Tide | 3:35PM3.47m | 4:09AM3.47m | 4:32PM3.72m | 5:04AM3.63m | 5:24PM3.93m | 5:55AM3.72m | 6:13PM4.06m | 6:43AM3.73m | 7:00PM4.08m | 7:29AM3.67m | 7:46PM3.99m | 8:13AM3.54m | 8:31PM3.80m | 8:58AM3.36m | |||||||
Low Tide | 9:46PM0.38m | 10:09AM0.41m | 10:43PM0.15m | 11:02AM0.24m | 11:35PM-0.02m | 11:50AM0.13m | 00:24AM-0.10m | 12:37PM0.09m | 1:11AM-0.07m | 1:22PM0.13m | 1:57AM0.05m | 2:07PM0.26m | 2:42AM0.25m | ||||||||
— | — | 6:41 | — | — | 6:43 | — | — | 6:43 | — | — | 6:45 | — | — | 6:46 | — | — | 6:47 | — | — | 6:47 | |
— | 9:52 | — | — | 9:51 | — | — | 9:51 | — | — | 9:50 | — | — | 9:50 | — | — | 9:49 | — | — | 9:47 | 9:46 | |
mm | — | 4 | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — |
Temp °C | 35 | 22 | 22 | 23 | 22 | 22 | 25 | 22 | 22 | 23 | 22 | 21 | 22 | 22 | 20 | 23 | 21 | 21 | 22 | 22 | 21 |
Feels °C | 32 | 23 | 24 | 23 | 24 | 23 | 25 | 22 | 23 | 23 | 23 | 22 | 22 | 23 | 22 | 23 | 22 | 22 | 23 | 23 | 22 |
Swell 1 Height (m) Direction Period (s) | NW 9 | NW 9 | NW 6 | NW 6 | N 6 | NNW 6 | N 5 | WNW 11 | WNW 4 | NNW 4 | NNW 6 | N 6 | N 5 | N 5 | WNW 8 | WNW 7 | N 4 | N 5 | NNE 5 | WNW 9 | N 5 |
39 | 36 | 91 | 40 | 18 | 10 | 8 | 11 | 11 | 13 | 25 | 16 | 13 | 4 | 34 | 29 | 9 | 11 | 7 | 8 | 10 | |
Swell 2 Height (m) Direction Period (s) | — | NE 4 | NNW 9 | N 6 | NW 5 | NW 8 | NW 7 | NW 7 | N 5 | W 10 | WNW 9 | WNW 8 | WNW 8 | WNW 6 | N 4 | — | NW 6 | NW 6 | WNW 8 | NW 5 | WNW 8 |
— | 1 | 8 | 22 | 7 | 9 | 2 | 2 | 7 | 2 | 8 | 14 | 12 | 3 | 1 | — | 10 | 8 | 7 | 1 | 7 | |
Swell 3 Height (m) Direction Period (s) | — | — | — | NW 8 | NW 8 | WNW 5 | NW 12 | — | WNW 10 | NW 9 | W 7 | — | — | WNW 9 | — | — | WNW 8 | NW 8 | — | — | N 16 |
— | — | — | 11 | 10 | 2 | 5 | — | 10 | 3 | 1 | — | — | 8 | — | — | 6 | 3 | — | — | 5 | |
Wind waves Height (m) Direction Period (s) | NE 4 | WNW 5 | — | — | — | — | ENE 3 | WNW 4 | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | NNE 3 | — | — | NW 5 | N 4 | WNW 3 |
6 | 59 | — | — | — | — | 1 | 20 | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | 4 | — | — | 7 | 9 | 3 | |
Nearest Offshore or Glassy | |||||||||||||||||||||
Distance (km) | 64 | 50 | 0 | 21 | 64 | 325 | 475 | 384 | 422 | 453 | 419 | 350 | 475 | 237 | 120 | 778 | 179 | 758 | 770 | 350 | 4 |
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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.
Plentzia is 8 km (5 miles) from the city of Getxo. If you plan a holiday in Pais Vasco, look for hotels and other accommodation in Getxo. Getxo has rooms for a wide range of budgets as well as car hire and transport links.











