
Surf Forecasts:
Vagabundo surf forecast from 23 Jul 2026:
- Most powerful swell: Sunday 26 Jul, 10AM (local time) - 8ft (2.5m), 8s period, NNE swell with 798 kJ wave energy.
Best Forecast Surf Conditions for Vagabundo this week:
The most powerful waves expected at Vagabundo in the next 16 days are 2.5m 8s and forecast to arrive on Sunday (Jul 26) at 10AM. Winds are predicted to be cross-onshore at the time the swell arrives. The largest open ocean swell (not directed at the beach) is 0.1m 12s period and expected on Thursday (Jul 23) at 4AM.
| Wave Type | Time (WEST) & Date | Wave Height & Period |
|---|---|---|
| Next good surf (1 star+) | - | - |
| Best Surf | - | - |
| Most Powerful | 10AM (Sun 26th Jul) | 8ft (2.5m) 8s |
Table - best surf conditions forecast for Vagabundo over the next 16 days.
The Lowdown
Alright, Rusty again. Let’s break it down in feet and miles.
Honestly, this 16-day stretch is a struggle. There’s a constant northerly wind that’s just going to mess up the surface. The swell shows up, but it’s always blowing cross-onshore or onshore, so it’s choppy, lumpy, or just plain ugly. There’s a long stretch of nothing good until the very end.
The only break in the lineup is Vagabundo, an exposed spot that faces north-northwest. The water is about 73°F, right where it should be for this time of year.
The first week is a total loss. From Wednesday, July 22nd, through the end of the month, the swell is running from 6ft up to 8ft, but the wind is a moderate to fresh breeze from the north-northeast. It’s cross-on or on the whole time. The wave energy is moderate at first (280) and builds to strong (802) by the 26th, but none of it matters because the quality is terrible. The period is a short 7 to 8 seconds, so it’s weak, wind-blown slop. Anything over 5ft is getting big for beginners, and with this wind, it’s no good for anyone.
The one glimmer of hope comes on Saturday morning, August 1st. The wind goes almost dead calm – a light 3 km/h offshore from the north – and the swell drops to a more manageable 5ft. The energy is moderate at 281. The forecast only calls it marginal, but that light wind is a game-changer. The swell is from the north-northeast, which isn’t the ideal north-northwest, but it’s still a clean-looking window. The spot can get crowded sometimes, so it might be a little busy. This is the best bet, but it’s a long way out, so don’t book the trip yet.
After that, the wind picks up again and the swell fades. From August 2nd onward, the surf drops below 3ft with weak energy (around 100-150), and the wind goes back onshore or cross-onshore. The period drops to 5-7 seconds, and the conditions are poor again. It’s a total blank from Sunday the 2nd to the end of the 16 days – nothing to paddle out for.
Rusty.
Short Range ForecastMostly dry. Warm (max 23°C on Thu morning, min 20°C on Wed night). Mainly fresh winds. | Days 5-7 Weather SummaryMostly dry. Warm (max 23°C on Mon morning, min 20°C on Sat night). Mainly fresh winds. | |||||||||||||||||||
Wed 22 | Thursday 23 | Friday 24 | Saturday 25 | Sunday 26 | Monday 27 | Tuesday 28 | ||||||||||||||
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) | NNE 7 | NNE 7 | NNE 7 | NNE 7 | NNE 7 | NNE 8 | NNE 8 | NNE 8 | NNE 8 | NNE 8 | NNE 8 | NNE 8 | NNE 8 | NNE 8 | NNE 8 | NNE 8 | NNE 8 | NNE 8 | NNE 8 | NNE 8 |
Wave Graph | ||||||||||||||||||||
271 | 285 | 336 | 356 | 471 | 540 | 555 | 657 | 674 | 751 | 778 | 798 | 778 | 650 | 547 | 435 | 361 | 259 | 221 | 204 | |
Wind (km/h) | ||||||||||||||||||||
Wind State on-shore cross-onshore cross-shore cross-offshore off-shore glassy | cross-on | cross-on | cross-on | cross-on | on | on | cross-on | on | on | cross-on | cross-on | cross-on | cross-on | cross-on | cross-on | cross-on | on | on | cross-on | on |
High Tide | 8:42PM1.49m | 9:26AM1.49m | 10:02PM1.43m | 10:41AM1.51m | 11:16PM1.45m | 11:43AM1.59m | 00:13AM1.53m | 12:32PM1.70m | 00:57AM1.63m | 1:12PM1.82m | 1:34AM1.72m | 1:48PM1.94m | 2:09AM1.80m | |||||||
Low Tide | 2:58AM0.71m | 3:46PM0.75m | 4:13AM0.73m | 5:05PM0.70m | 5:21AM0.68m | 6:04PM0.61m | 6:14AM0.59m | 6:50PM0.50m | 6:56AM0.49m | 7:28PM0.39m | 7:32AM0.39m | 8:03PM0.30m | ||||||||
— | — | 7:18 | — | — | 7:18 | — | — | 7:20 | — | — | 7:20 | — | — | 7:20 | — | — | 7:22 | — | — | |
8:58 | — | — | 8:58 | — | — | 8:57 | — | — | 8:57 | — | — | 8:55 | — | — | 8:54 | — | — | 8:54 | — | |
mm | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — |
Temp °C | 22 | 20 | 23 | 23 | 21 | 22 | 23 | 20 | 22 | 22 | 21 | 22 | 22 | 21 | 23 | 23 | 21 | 23 | 23 | 21 |
Feels °C | 20 | 18 | 22 | 21 | 19 | 20 | 21 | 17 | 19 | 20 | 19 | 20 | 20 | 19 | 22 | 22 | 20 | 22 | 22 | 20 |
Swell 1 Height (m) Direction Period (s) | WNW 10 | WNW 9 | WNW 9 | WNW 9 | NW 9 | NW 9 | NW 8 | W 8 | S 15 | W 11 | NW 11 | NW 10 | NW 10 | NW 9 | NW 9 | NW 9 | NW 8 | N 13 | N 12 | N 11 |
9 | 8 | 8 | 8 | 3 | 3 | 3 | 1 | 5 | 2 | 4 | 4 | 4 | 3 | 3 | 3 | 3 | 3 | 3 | 10 | |
Swell 2 Height (m) Direction Period (s) | — | S 11 | NNE 10 | S 12 | S 11 | S 11 | S 11 | S 14 | NW 8 | — | S 13 | S 14 | S 13 | S 13 | S 13 | S 13 | S 13 | W 8 | NW 12 | NW 12 |
— | 3 | 10 | 3 | 2 | 2 | 2 | 4 | 3 | — | 3 | 4 | 4 | 3 | 3 | 3 | 3 | 1 | 6 | 6 | |
Swell 3 Height (m) Direction Period (s) | S 8 | S 7 | S 12 | — | S 16 | S 16 | — | — | — | — | — | S 11 | — | — | — | — | — | W 13 | NW 8 | W 8 |
1 | 1 | 3 | — | 5 | 5 | — | — | — | — | — | 2 | — | — | — | — | — | 3 | 3 | 1 | |
Wind waves Height (m) Direction Period (s) | NNE 7 | NNE 7 | NNE 7 | NNE 7 | NNE 7 | NNE 8 | NNE 8 | NNE 8 | NNE 8 | NNE 8 | NNE 8 | NNE 8 | NNE 8 | NNE 8 | NNE 8 | NNE 8 | NNE 8 | NNE 8 | NNE 8 | NNE 8 |
271 | 285 | 336 | 356 | 471 | 540 | 555 | 657 | 674 | 751 | 778 | 798 | 778 | 650 | 547 | 435 | 361 | 259 | 221 | 204 | |
Nearest Offshore or Glassy | ||||||||||||||||||||
Distance (km) | 111 | 111 | 111 | 111 | 111 | 111 | 111 | 111 | 111 | 524 | 111 | 111 | 111 | 111 | 121 | 40 | 67 | 40 | 40 | 40 |
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Information about the Vagabundo Surf forecast
The above surf forecast table for Vagabundo provides essential information for determining whether the surfing conditions will be good over the next 16 days. A general guide to surfing at Vagabundo can be found by selecting the local surf guide option on the grey menu. Our Vagabundo 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 (Vagabundo) 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 Vagabundo 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.
Vagabundo is 5 km (3 miles) from Galdar. If you plan a holiday in Gran Canaria, look for hotels and other accommodation in Galdar. Galdar has rooms for a wide range of budgets as well as car hire and transport links.










