Plentzia Surf Break

Lat Long: 43.41° N 2.95° W

Plentzia Surf Forecast and Surf Report

Issued: 1 pm 28 Jul 2026 (local time)

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Today's Plentzia sea temperature is
23.3° C
2.2° 

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


Plentzia surf forecast from 28 Jul 2026:

  • Best quality surf: Tuesday 28 Jul, 8PM (local time) - 3.5ft (1.1m), 10s period, NW swell with glassy winds.
  • Most powerful swell: Tuesday 28 Jul, 8PM (local time) - 3.5ft (1.1m), 10s period, NW swell with 220 kJ wave energy.
  • Next surfable swell (1★+): Tuesday 28 Jul, 8PM (local time) - 3.5ft (1.1m), 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 Tuesday (Jul 28) at 8PM. The primary swell is predicted to be 1.1m and 10s period. The wind is predicted to be glassy as the swell arrives.

The most powerful waves expected at Plentzia in the next 16 days are 1.1m 10s and forecast to arrive on Tuesday (Jul 28) at 8PM. Winds are predicted to be glassy at the time the swell arrives. The largest open ocean swell (not directed at the beach) is 0.2m 2s period and expected on Tuesday (Aug 04) at 5PM.

Wave TypeTime (CEST) & Date Wave Height & Period
Next good surf (1 star+) 8PM (Tue 28th Jul)3.5ft (1.1m) 10s
Best Surf 8PM (Tue 28th Jul)3.5ft (1.1m) 10s
Most Powerful 8PM (Tue 28th Jul)3.5ft (1.1m) 10s

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


The Lowdown

Alright, this is Rusty.

First up, let's talk about the big picture. We've got a pretty grim stretch ahead for the most part. The first week or so is looking like a write-off, with barely a ripple. The only real glimpse of hope, and I mean the only one, lands on Tuesday the 11th of August. That’s the one to circle on the calendar.

Let’s break it down.

Honestly, looking at the next few days, it’s a tough slog. From Tuesday the 28th of July right through to the end of the first week of August, it's mostly flat. We’re getting scraps of swell, but the energy is pathetic. The combined wave energy is barely getting into triple digits, if at all. For example, on Thursday the 6th of August morning, we see a small bump of 5ft from the NNW, but the period is a short, weak 6 seconds, and the energy is only 162 (moderate). It’s surfable, but ordinary. That same pattern holds for the following days – tiny waves, onshore or cross-onshore winds, and poor conditions. The water is sitting at a balmy 74°F at Plentzia, which is much warmer than normal for this time of year, about 4°F above average, so at least it’s comfortable to sit out there waiting for nothing.

Then we hit the second week. The standouts are few and far between. On Sunday the 9th of August, we see a long-period swell creeping in – 13 seconds from the NW – but it’s blown out by moderate onshore winds and the swell height is only 2ft. The energy jumps to 154 (moderate), but the wind is just ruining it. Monday the 10th of August is similar, with a bit more size (5ft) but the same cross-onshore mess.

But hold on. Tuesday the 11th of August. That’s the day. The morning shows a solid 8ft swell from the NW with a 10-second period, and the combined energy is a massive 1945 (strong). The wind is light and cross-shore, so it’s not a total mess. Then the afternoon session is where it’s at. The swell jumps to 10ft from the NW, period stretches to 11 seconds, and the energy hits 1987 (very strong). The wind is from the NE at 9 mph, giving us a clean, cross-offshore flow. This is the only true standout in the entire 16-day window. The water is still warm, and the conditions are set to be clean. That 10ft is solid, expert-level stuff. Beginners should stay well clear. Because it’s a long-period groundswell, Plentzia, being a sheltered spot, might handle it okay, but it’s a point break setup, so it should be holding shape. Be aware that crowds are possible as this is the only real day on offer.

Wednesday the 12th of August is a drop-off, with the swell fading to 5ft and the energy dropping to 343 (moderate). The wind is light offshore in the morning, so it’ll be clean but much smaller.

So, to sum it up: the next week and a half is a drought. Don’t bother. The only window is the afternoon of Tuesday the 11th of August. That’s your one shot. It’s a long way out, so keep an eye on the forecasts, but right now, that’s the one.

Rusty.

Short Range Forecast

Mostly dry. Warm (max 26°C on Tue afternoon, min 18°C on Thu morning). Wind will be generally light.

Days 5-7 Weather Summary

Mostly dry. Warm (max 23°C on Sun afternoon, min 18°C on Sat night). Wind will be generally light.

Tue
28
Wednesday
29
Thursday
30
Friday
31
Saturday
1
Sunday
2
Monday
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0
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0
0
0
0
0
0
0
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Swell
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Wave
Height (m)
Direction
Period (s)
1.2
NNW
10
1
NW
10
0.8
NW
9
0.7
NW
9
0.6
NW
9
0.6
NW
8
0.7
NW
9
0.7
NW
8
0.6
NW
8
0.6
NW
8
0.7
NNW
6
0.7
NW
8
0.9
NNW
7
0.8
NNW
6
0.6
NNW
6
0.6
NW
6
0.6
NNW
6
0.3
WNW
10
0.5
NNW
8
0.4
WNW
9
Wave Graph
Metric surfscale
Energy kJ
261
177
117
78
59
55
73
68
53
38
33
67
77
44
21
29
21
18
39
35
Wind (km/h)
10
ENE
5
SSE
15
WNW
20
NW
10
W
5
WNW
15
N
0
NNW
5
ENE
20
NW
10
NW
5
NW
15
NNE
10
W
10
WNW
15
NW
10
W
5
WNW
10
N
5
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Wind State
cross-off
glassy
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on
glassy
cross-on
glassy
glassy
cross-on
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glassy
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on
on
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cross-on
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glassy
High Tide
5:03PM3.36m
5:24AM3.23m
5:38PM3.52m
5:57AM3.33m
6:11PM3.63m
6:29AM3.39m
6:43PM3.69m
7:02AM3.42m
7:15PM3.69m
7:34AM3.41m
7:48PM3.63m
8:09AM3.36m
8:24PM3.53m
Low Tide
11:11PM0.58m
11:20AM0.58m
11:46PM0.44m
11:54AM0.46m
00:20AM0.35m
12:27PM0.38m
00:53AM0.30m
1:00PM0.36m
1:26AM0.30m
1:34PM0.40m
2:00AM0.35m
2:10PM0.47m
2:37AM0.45m
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6:56
6:58
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7:01
7:01
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9:38
9:37
9:37
9:36
9:34
9:32
9:31
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Temp °C
26
25
23
23
21
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21
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Feels °C
25
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20
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21
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24
23
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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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