Biarritz - Marbella
Beach break · Pyrénées-Atlantiques · Beginner → Advanced
Marbella surf today
Forecast for Friday 16 October
Intermediate : Not great, but surfable around 19h. — Best window: 17h–20h
Today's score by level (at the day's best, out of 100)
- Beginner —
- Intermediate 43
- Advanced 79
- Waves 1.8 m · 13 s period
- Wind NW 12 km/h (gusts 23 km/h)
- Tides: ▽ 02:00 · ▲ 08:00 · ▽ 14:00 · ▲ 20:00
About this spot
Small beach beneath the cliffs.
Spot photos
Marbella in detail
Swell season for your level
- Beginner: March → November
- Intermediate: September → May
- Advanced: October → March
Based on 5 years of offshore swell. The wind, often decisive on summer afternoons, is not in it: check the forecast
Beginner → Advanced
Good level required. You can stand, paddle and read a peak. When it fires, better know what you're doing.
Access & landmarks
Easy beach access, parking usually nearby. Ask locally about seasonal currents.
Safety
Wear an appropriate wetsuit. Scout the currents before you paddle out. Respect the locals and right-of-way. Check weather and tides.
Frequently asked about Marbella
What tide is best for surfing Marbella?
Marbella usually works best around mid-tide. The tide shapes the sandbanks and the depth over the reef, so check the day's tide times before your session.
Is Marbella suitable for beginners?
Marbella is rather recommended for intermediate surfers. If you're a beginner, prefer a surf school, a small swell and a suitable tide, or look for a more sheltered nearby spot.
What wind is ideal for Marbella?
The ideal wind at Marbella comes broadly from East: it's offshore, which helps shape and hold the waves. A strong onshore wind generally degrades conditions.
What surf spots are near Marbella?
Around Marbella, you can also check conditions at Milady, Côte des Basques, Port Vieux. Compare the scores, wind and swell direction before choosing where to surf.