Doniños
Beach break · A Coruña · Intermediate → Charger
Doniños surf today
Forecast for Friday 16 October
Intermediate : Not great, but surfable — right now. — Best window: 15h–18h
Today's score by level (at the day's best, out of 100)
- Intermediate 40
- Advanced 88
- Charger 70
- Waves 2.1 m · 13 s period
- Wind NE 9 km/h (gusts 57 km/h)
- Tides: ▲ 08:00 · ▽ 14:00 · ▲ 20:00
About this spot
Consistent waves: multiple beach break peaks spread over 3 km of coast near Ferrol.
Spot photos
Doniños in detail
When to surf here
Autumn and winter deliver the best conditions, with long powerful swells from the north.
Intermediate → Charger
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 Doniños
What tide is best for surfing Doniños?
Doniños 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 Doniños suitable for beginners?
Doniños 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 Doniños?
The ideal wind at Doniños comes broadly from South: it's offshore, which helps shape and hold the waves. A strong onshore wind generally degrades conditions.
What surf spots are near Doniños?
Around Doniños, you can also check conditions at San Xorxe, Ponzos, Playa del Orzán. Compare the scores, wind and swell direction before choosing where to surf.