Salinas
Spain · Atlantic Europe
Right now
OvercastWind and swell direction
Swell: 0.5m NNW
Wind: 11 km/h ENE (cross-onshore)
Beach faces: N
Cross-onshore wind. Wave faces are getting chopped up, conditions are average.
Swell is arriving at a great angle for this beach.
Today hour by hour
Updated 10:06Expected crowds
Prediction model v17amMidweek quiet
Next 7 days
Forecast via Open-MeteoWhat to pack
- 4/3mm wetsuit recommended for 15°C water.
- Standard shortboard conditions.
- Rain jacket for between sessions.
Today's briefing
0.4m swell at 7s. Moderate winds. Water temperature 15°C.
AI-generated summary for Salinas. Always check local reports before heading out.
Forecast accuracy at Salinas
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Best time to go
No great windows in the next 2 days
Best available option is Tomorrow around 5pm (score: 20). Conditions are below the Good threshold but may still be surfable.
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7-day forecastDaily score breakdown
This week is looking slightly above average for late April.
Comparing the 7-day forecast to the last 5 years of marine data for the same week at Salinas.
What's driving it
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Last 3 days of logged conditions.
About Salinas
Salinas is an expansive, highly consistent beach break located on the central coast of Asturias in northern Spain. The bathymetric profile is defined by a wide, gently sloping expanse of fine silica sand, which dissipates incoming wave energy gradually rather than forcing abrupt, plunging breaks. As north-westerly Atlantic groundswells enter the bay, they filter across this flat platform, generating long, predictable lines. A southerly wind blowing off the surrounding hills provides the necessary offshore flow to clean the wave faces. The wave mechanics typically produce soft, spilling A-frames that offer extended rides, making it highly conducive to basic trim, pop-up practice, and longboarding. Because the energy is spread across nearly three kilometres of beach, it disperses crowds and minimizes localized hazards like severe rip currents. While larger winter swells can create steeper, faster sections, the predominantly forgiving nature of the sandbars universally classifies Salinas as an ideal, low-risk venue for beginners and intermediate surfers looking to refine their fundamentals.
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Create Profile →Frequently asked questions
How often is this page updated?
Current conditions refresh every 6 hours when the cron runs. Hourly data updates every 30 minutes. The 7-day forecast, luck factor, and packing notes are all pre-computed at the same time.
What is the luck factor?
We compare the 7-day forecast to the last 5 years of marine data for the same week at Salinas. The delta tells you whether conditions are shaping up better, worse, or about the same as a typical late April.
How is 'best session' picked?
We score each day of the 7-day forecast using the same algorithm as the leaderboard, and highlight the highest scorer.
Where does the data come from?
Open-Meteo's Marine API (swell height, period, water temperature) and Weather API (wind and conditions).
Does the score capture local knowledge?
Honestly, no. Every break has tide windows, swell directions and reef contours that a global model cannot see. Treat the score as a starting point, then check a local cam.
When is the best time to surf Salinas?
Check our timing score heatmap above for a week-by-week breakdown combining surf conditions with crowd pressure.