
Surf Forecasts:
Plentzia surf forecast from 17 Jul 2026:
- Best quality surf: Tuesday 21 Jul, 8AM (local time) - 4.5ft (1.3m), 7s period, N swell with glassy winds.
- Most powerful swell: Tuesday 21 Jul, 2AM (local time) - 5ft (1.5m), 7s period, N swell with 211 kJ wave energy.
- Next surfable swell (1★+): Tuesday 21 Jul, 8AM (local time) - 4.5ft (1.3m), 7s period with N 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 Tuesday (Jul 21) at 8AM. The primary swell is predicted to be 1.3m and 7s period with a secondary swell of 0.1m and 11s. The wind is predicted to be glassy as the swell arrives.
The most powerful waves expected at Plentzia in the next 16 days are 1.5m 7s and forecast to arrive on Tuesday (Jul 21) at 2AM. Winds are predicted to be cross-onshore at the time the swell arrives. The largest open ocean swell (not directed at the beach) is 0.4m 3s period and expected on Friday (Jul 24) at 2PM.
| Wave Type | Time (CEST) & Date | Wave Height & Period |
|---|---|---|
| Next good surf (1 star+) | 8AM (Tue 21st Jul) | 4.5ft (1.3m) 7s |
| Best Surf | 8AM (Tue 21st Jul) | 4.5ft (1.3m) 7s |
| Most Powerful | 2AM (Tue 21st Jul) | 5ft (1.5m) 7s |
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’s cooking for our local stretch.
Well, I gotta be straight with you – the next couple of weeks are looking pretty bleak for a proper paddle. The water is sitting at a very warm 74°, which is a whopping 6° above normal for this time of year, so it’s more like a bath than the Atlantic we know. But the waves? They’re just not cooperating.
The first chance to even think about getting wet doesn’t show up until Tuesday morning, the 21st of July. Even then, it’s slim pickings. We’ve got a 4ft swell from the North, but with a short period of 7 seconds, it’s not going to have much push. The energy is weak (138), and the wind is a light cross-offshore from the NE, which will keep it clean. You’ll find a wave at Plentzia, but don’t expect much. It’s a beginner spot that rarely breaks, so this is a low-percentage gamble.
The real news, and the only thing that gets my heart rate up, is the end of the month. We’re looking at a solid pulse of swell hitting around Wednesday the 29th of July, and it’s a long way off so keep that in mind. The wind is gonna be a problem, though. Strong onshore winds from the WNW at 19 mph are going to make a mess of it, even though the swell is a decent 6ft from the NW with a long 12-second period. The energy is strong (928), but it’s going to be blown out. Bigger, stronger, but not clean.
Thursday the 30th of July is the one to circle. The swell jumps to 8ft from the NW, with a period of 12 seconds, packing very strong energy (1919). That’s expert territory only. The wind swings around to a light cross-onshore from the NNW, which is a major improvement. This is a true groundswell, and with that long period, it’s going to be more suited to a point or reef, but at a beach break it can be a bit straight and closey. Still, if you’re good enough, this is the best chance for a proper wave in the whole outlook. The crowds at Plentzia can be a problem sometimes, so get there early.
After that, Friday the 31st of July and into the first of August, the swell backs off a bit and the onshore winds return, so the window is tight.
The long and short of it: the next week is a write-off. The only real standout is that Thursday the 30th of July for the experienced crew, but it’s over two weeks away and the forecast could change. For the rest of us, it’s a waiting game.
Rusty.
Short Range ForecastMostly dry. Warm (max 24°C on Sun afternoon, min 19°C on Sat night). Wind will be generally light. | Days 5-7 Weather SummaryMostly dry. Warm (max 24°C on Mon afternoon, min 18°C on Thu morning). Wind will be generally light. | |||||||||||||||||||
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Wave Height (m) Direction Period (s) | NNW 4 | WNW 8 | NNW 4 | NNW 4 | WNW 10 | NNW 10 | NW 9 | NW 7 | N 7 | N 7 | N 7 | N 7 | N 7 | N 6 | N 6 | N 6 | N 6 | NNE 6 | NNW 6 | NNW 6 |
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11 | 7 | 3 | 3 | 9 | 9 | 12 | 56 | 138 | 195 | 211 | 126 | 161 | 115 | 55 | 60 | 58 | 29 | 34 | 40 | |
Wind (km/h) | ||||||||||||||||||||
Wind State on-shore cross-onshore cross-shore cross-offshore off-shore glassy | cross | on | cross-on | cross | glassy | on | cross-on | cross-on | on | cross | cross-on | cross-off | cross-on | cross-on | on | cross-on | cross-on | cross-on | cross | cross-off |
High Tide | 7:46PM3.99m | 8:13AM3.54m | 8:31PM3.80m | 8:58AM3.36m | 9:16PM3.54m | 9:43AM3.16m | 10:03PM3.24m | 10:32AM2.97m | 10:56PM2.96m | 11:28AM2.81m | 11:58PM2.74m | 12:35PM2.72m | 1:13AM2.64m | |||||||
Low Tide | 1:57AM0.05m | 2:07PM0.26m | 2:42AM0.25m | 2:53PM0.46m | 3:27AM0.51m | 3:41PM0.70m | 4:14AM0.77m | 4:34PM0.93m | 5:06AM1.01m | 5:35PM1.13m | 6:07AM1.18m | 6:45PM1.23m | ||||||||
— | — | 6:47 | — | — | 6:47 | — | — | 6:48 | — | — | 6:48 | — | — | 6:50 | — | — | 6:50 | — | — | |
— | 9:49 | — | — | 9:47 | — | — | 9:46 | — | — | 9:46 | — | — | 9:45 | — | — | 9:45 | — | — | 9:44 | |
mm | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — |
Temp °C | 23 | 22 | 21 | 23 | 22 | 21 | 24 | 23 | 22 | 24 | 23 | 22 | 23 | 23 | 22 | 24 | 23 | 22 | 24 | 23 |
Feels °C | 24 | 23 | 23 | 24 | 23 | 22 | 25 | 23 | 22 | 23 | 21 | 21 | 20 | 24 | 21 | 24 | 22 | 22 | 23 | 23 |
Swell 1 Height (m) Direction Period (s) | WNW 8 | NNW 4 | NNW 4 | NW 8 | NNW 4 | NW 4 | NW 5 | NW 7 | N 7 | N 7 | N 7 | N 7 | N 7 | N 6 | N 6 | N 6 | N 6 | NNE 6 | NNW 6 | NNW 6 |
7 | 3 | 3 | 3 | 3 | 4 | 7 | 56 | 138 | 195 | 211 | 126 | 161 | 115 | 55 | 60 | 58 | 29 | 34 | 40 | |
Swell 2 Height (m) Direction Period (s) | — | WNW 8 | NW 8 | — | WNW 10 | NNW 10 | NW 9 | N 6 | NW 13 | NW 12 | NW 11 | WNW 11 | WNW 11 | WNW 10 | WNW 10 | NW 10 | NW 10 | NNW 6 | N 6 | NW 9 |
— | 7 | 3 | — | 9 | 9 | 12 | 19 | 7 | 6 | 5 | 12 | 11 | 10 | 10 | 4 | 4 | 22 | 16 | 3 | |
Swell 3 Height (m) Direction Period (s) | — | — | — | — | NW 10 | WNW 8 | NNE 5 | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | NW 9 | NW 9 | — |
— | — | — | — | 4 | 6 | 5 | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | 3 | 3 | — | |
Wind waves Height (m) Direction Period (s) | NNW 4 | — | — | NNW 4 | — | — | — | WSW 3 | — | — | — | — | — | — | WSW 3 | — | — | — | — | — |
11 | — | — | 3 | — | — | — | 1 | — | — | — | — | — | — | 1 | — | — | — | — | — | |
Nearest Offshore or Glassy | ||||||||||||||||||||
Distance (km) | 1008 | 818 | 942 | 1000 | 818 | 358 | 358 | 6 | 17 | 2 | 6 | 0 | 2 | 6 | 82 | 21 | 6 | 4 | 89 | 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.










