El Quemao
Lanzarote · Spain
Reef left-handergood for advanced surfers
Heavy barrelling left over a shallow reef; best wind — SE (offshore).
Live 7-day forecast →
Wave height and period, wind, tide and a “can you surf today” verdict — for every level and for yours personally. Free, no install.
The spot in short
| Type | Reef left-hander |
|---|---|
| Good for | advanced surfers |
| Beach faces | northwest |
| Working swell | from west — northeast |
| Coordinates | 29.106, -13.664 |
FAQ
Is El Quemao good for beginners?
El Quemao is a spot for advanced surfers. Beginners are better off at an easier spot nearby — see the list below; Plyuh’s forecast shows where it’s safe to learn today.
What’s the surf forecast for El Quemao today?
The live 7-day forecast — wave height and period, wind, tide, daylight and a plain-words verdict — is on the spot’s page in Plyuh: https://plyuh.com/#lanzarote/el-quemao. The forecast is checked against nearby buoys and satellites.
Spots nearby — Lanzarote
- San Juan — Reef right-hander, advanced surfers
- Caleta de Caballo — Reefs in a bay, advanced surfers
- Jameos del Agua — Reef right-hander, advanced surfers
- Arrieta — Reef and sand, intermediates and advanced surfers
- Las Cucharas — Beach behind the reef, beginners and intermediates