Plentzia Surf Break

Lat Long: 43.41° N 2.95° W

Plentzia Surf Forecast and Surf Report

Issued: 7 am 06 Aug 2026 (local time)

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Today's Plentzia sea temperature is
23.8° C
2.5° 

Plentzia surf forecast is for near shore open water. Breaking waves will often be smaller at less exposed spots.


Plentzia surf forecast from 6 Aug 2026:

  • Best quality surf: Thursday 6 Aug, 11PM (local time) - 3ft (0.9m), 8s period, NNW swell with cross-offshore winds.
  • Most powerful swell: Thursday 6 Aug, 5PM (local time) - 3.5ft (1.0m), 8s period, NNW swell with 125 kJ wave energy.
  • Next surfable swell (1★+): Thursday 6 Aug, 11PM (local time) - 3ft (0.9m), 8s period with NNW 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 Thursday (Aug 06) at 11PM. The primary swell is predicted to be 0.9m and 8s period with a secondary swell of 0.1m and 10s. 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 1.0m 8s and forecast to arrive on Thursday (Aug 06) at 5PM. Winds are predicted to be cross-offshore at the time the swell arrives. The largest open ocean swell (not directed at the beach) is 0.5m 4s period and expected on Thursday (Aug 06) at 2PM.

Wave TypeTime (CEST) & Date Wave Height & Period
Next good surf (1 star+)11PM (Thu 6th Aug)3ft (0.9m) 8s
Best Surf11PM (Thu 6th Aug)3ft (0.9m) 8s
Most Powerful 5PM (Thu 6th Aug)3.5ft (1.0m) 8s

Table - best surf conditions forecast for Plentzia over the next 16 days.


The Lowdown

Right, let’s have a look at the Plentzia forecast. To be straight with you, it’s a pretty flat run for the next couple of weeks. We’ve got a long stretch of very small, weak surf with not much push behind it. The water temp is sitting at 75°, which is a few degrees warmer than usual for this time of year – you won’t need a thick suit, that’s for sure.

The first few days are really just ankle-biters. Thursday morning has a small 3ft NW swell, but the energy is weak (97) and it’s just not doing much. The wind is a light cross-offshore, keeping it clean, but it’s not worth getting excited about. The rest of the week stays tiny, with waves dropping down to 1ft over the weekend. There is a slight bump on Sunday morning with a 10-second period NW swell, but the energy is still weak (101) and you’d be scratching for anything.

The beginning of next week continues in the same vein – small waves, around 2ft, with clean conditions early but not enough size to be fun. We’re looking at a real dry spell here. The good news is the forecasts are always changing, but for now, don't rush down.

The surf starts to show a little more life around the 17th and 18th. The swell builds a bit, and by Tuesday afternoon the 18th, we’re looking at a 4ft NW swell with moderate energy (286). The period is still short, though, and the wind is cross-onshore, making it a bit lumpy. It’s not going to be world-class, but it’s the first real sign of life.

The standout window is shaping up for the 20th. Thursday morning sees a 3ft NNW groundswell with a long 12-second period, and the energy is strong (279). The wind will be a light cross-offshore, which should keep it clean. This is the best of the bunch. Plentzia is a sheltered spot, and it rarely breaks, so when it does get a clean, long-period swell like this, it can surprise you. The afternoon looks even better with the swell pushing 4ft and the period staying long at 11 seconds. The energy jumps up to 358, and it’s still cross-offshore. This is the one to circle. It’s a week away, so it’s promising but not locked in, but that’s the best bet on offer.

The following morning on the 21st is still surfable, but it’s starting to back off. A 3ft NW swell with a 9-second period and clean conditions, but nothing that will have you calling in sick. Overall, it’s a two-week wait for a couple of days of decent, clean waves. The 20th is the clear standout, with that long-period groundswell and clean winds hitting a break that doesn’t work often. Get on it if you can.

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Short Range Forecast

Light rain (total 3mm), mostly falling on Thu morning. Warm (max 24°C on Sat afternoon, min 18°C on Thu night). Wind will be generally light.

Days 4-6 Weather Summary

Mostly dry. Warm (max 24°C on Tue afternoon, min 19°C on Sun morning). Wind will be generally light.

Thursday
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Sunday
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Energy kJ
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Wind (km/h)
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High Tide
10:26AM3.02m
10:57PM3.00m
11:37AM2.92m
00:21AM2.90m
1:04PM2.95m
1:51AM2.95m
2:25PM3.15m
3:07AM3.15m
3:31PM3.44m
4:06AM3.39m
4:26PM3.74m
4:57AM3.60m
5:14PM3.99m
Low Tide
4:38PM0.91m
5:16AM0.96m
5:55PM1.00m
6:36AM1.03m
7:22PM0.93m
7:57AM0.94m
8:40PM0.71m
9:06AM0.72m
9:43PM0.42m
10:02AM0.46m
10:36PM0.15m
10:51AM0.22m
11:23PM-0.05m
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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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