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Rodiles

Villaviciosa, Spain
👥Crowded

Rodiles is Spain's most celebrated sandbar—a long left-hand wave in an Asturian estuary that produces some of the longest, most perfect rides on the entire Atlantic coast. The protected location in the Villaviciosa estuary creates stable sandbars that peel with remarkable consistency when winter swells arrive from the north. The wave is accessible enough for intermediate surfers yet capable of world-class quality that has attracted professional attention. The lush green Asturian countryside and relaxed local culture add charm to what is arguably northern Spain's finest wave.

Rodiles surf forecast

Model forecast for swell, wind and tide.

10-Day Forecast
Today4
47
Fair
1.1m@6s
6km/h
Thu5
79
Good
0.9m@14s
5km/h
Fri6
66
Good
0.8m@12s
9km/h
Sat7
75
Good
0.6m@11s
6km/h
Sun8
30
Poor
0.4m@12s
9km/h
Mon9
12
Poor
0.3m@12s
14km/h
Tue10
0
Poor
0.5m@6s
11km/h
Wed11
24
Poor
0.6m@7s
10km/h
Thu12
52
Fair
1.6m@10s
8km/h
Fri13
85
Firing
1.1m@11s
3km/h
Groomed 5+ days out, less certain

Today's Conditions

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Best session: MorningAM 7 km/h · PM 5 km/h · Low tide at 5am (0.5m)
Swell
1.1m
NNE(33°)
Score: 22/25
Period
6s
Short period
Score: 2/25
Wind
6km/h
SSE(150°)
Score: 23/25
Weather
10°C
0.0mm50%
First light 7:30amSunrise 8:00amSunset 6:08pmLast light 6:38pm
Windswell
—
Secondary
0.7m
Confidence
100%

Location & Conditions

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Swell1.1m @6s NNE outside window
Wind6 km/h SSE offshore
SwellWind: Offshore Cross Onshore
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Hourly Forecast, Tide & Strike Windows

Strike window: 7:30–8:47am · risingStrike window: 3:26–6:38pm · droppingIdeal tide: 0.3–1.5m
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6g9
8g10
3g10
7g16
3g10
7g8
7g9
4g9
8g14
2g4
11g12
11g12
2g5
9g19
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8g12
6g9
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2g8
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9g18
13g23
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8g24
9g22
14g35
20g45
15g44
10g30
8g24
15g33
14g35
11g34
8g31
9g28
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7g36
9g31
13g26
3g23
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12g27
13g32
3g23
2g20
5g16
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tidem
5:48am0.5m
12:15pm2.8m
6:32pm0.3m
12:54am2.7m
6:49am0.4m
1:10pm2.9m
7:21pm0.1m
1:41am2.8m
7:37am0.2m
1:58pm3.0m
8:03pm0.0m
2:23am3.0m
8:18am0.1m
2:40pm3.1m
8:40pm0.0m
3:00am3.2m
8:57am0.1m
3:17pm3.3m
9:16pm0.1m
3:34am3.3m
9:35am0.1m
3:51pm3.3m
9:50pm0.1m
4:07am3.3m
10:10am0.2m
4:24pm3.2m
10:23pm0.3m
4:38am3.3m
10:45am0.3m
4:57pm3.1m
5:09am3.2m
11:23am0.3m
5:28pm2.9m
Ideal tideStrike windowNight

Tide times today

5:48 am
Low · 0.53m
12:15 pm
High · 2.80m
6:32 pm
Low · 0.28m
Times shown in spot-local time.

Strike Score Breakdown

47
Fair
Components
Swell Direction2/25
Swell Size22/25
Swell Period2/25
Wind23/25
Raw Score49/100
Adjustments
🌊 Tide+3
⚠️ Weak Component-5
Adjusted Score47/100
Confidence
Multiplier×1.00
Final Score47
🌊 Mostly in the tide window

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Swell Requirements

Optimal direction
NNW (340°)
Direction range
315° - 15°
Size range
0.6m - 2m
Ideal size
1.2m - 1.7m
Height multiplier
0.90×
Ideal period
12s+

Wind Requirements

Optimal direction
S (180°)
Offshore range
140° - 220°

Tide Requirements

Optimal tide
low to mid
Optimal range
0.3m - 1.5m

Water temp

15°C

Wetsuit

4/3mm fullsuit

Difficulty

4/10

Crowd level

6/10

Access: Car park by beach.

Frequently Asked Questions

What kind of wave is Rodiles?

Rodiles is a beach break in Villaviciosa, Spain, that mostly breaks left.

What swell works best at Rodiles?

Rodiles picks up swell from the NW round to the NNE, and it's best when it's coming straight out of the NNW. It starts working at around 0.6m and handles up to about 2m, with the sweet spot around 1.2 to 1.7m. Period matters too: aim for 12s or longer, as anything under 8s tends to be weak. These are the numbers our scoring uses, so treat them as a guide rather than a promise.

What wind is offshore at Rodiles?

A S wind is dead offshore at Rodiles, and anything from the SE round to the SW keeps it clean. The morning is typically the best window, roughly 6am to 11am. Light winds from other directions can still be fine; strong offshores can make it hard to get into waves.

What tide is best at Rodiles?

Rodiles is at its best around the low to mid tide, roughly 0.3m to 1.5m on the local chart.

When is the best time of year to surf Rodiles?

The most reliable run of swell at Rodiles comes Oct to Mar. There's a second window in Apr and Sep too. Winter North Atlantic swells. Protected estuary location.

How cold is the water at Rodiles?

The water at Rodiles averages around 15°C, so you'll want a 4/3mm fullsuit. It shifts a few degrees through the year, so check the season before you pack.

Is Rodiles good for beginners?

It's more of an intermediate wave, rated 4/10 for difficulty, so newer surfers are best off sticking to the smaller days. Expect a moderate crowd (6/10) when it's on. Can get crowded on good days.

How do I get to Rodiles?

The nearest airport on our list is OVD, then it's roughly a 30-minute drive. Car park by beach.

What other surf spots are near Rodiles?

Fun fact: it's the second most northerly break we track in Spain.

Best Season

Peak: Oct, Nov, Dec, Jan, Feb, Mar

Secondary: Apr, Sep

Winter North Atlantic swells. Protected estuary location.

Getting There

Airport
OVD
Drive time
30 min
Data quality
verified

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