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Oia

3.7 — based on 14 community signals
4.1 9 especies 12 colaboradores

Oia is a year-round Spanish surf spot with consistent waves and easy access. Popular with local and visiting surfers.

⭐ Best for beginners.

updated 4 months ago
Dificultad
Principiante
Shore entryFamily-friendlyBeginner

De un vistazo

Actividad
surf
Dificultad
beginner
Mejores meses
Todo el año
Vida marina
Delfín mular

Mapa

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Condiciones hoy

Condiciones

Open-Meteo
Viento
4.8 kn
Olas
1.82 m
Agua
14.3°C
N E S W
Wind direction (7d)
Primary: NE (24%)
Now: NE (40°)
Marea (7 días)
amplitud: 2.74m

Próxima: Baja a las 03:00 (-0.88m)

+1.0 m0 m-1.8 m
▼ 03:00 · -0.88m ▲ 10:00 · +0.09m ▼ 16:00 · -0.86m ▲ 23:00 · -0.11m
Sáb 19Dom 20Lun 21Mar 22Mié 23Jue 24Vie 25
UV6 · high Aire PM2.54 · good 08:19 20:38
Día Viento Olas UV Lluvia
09-19 5.3 1.82 6 0mm
09-20 5.2 1.34 6 0mm
09-21 5.6 1.18 6 0mm
09-22 6.5 1.18 6 0mm
09-23 7.1 1.66 6 0mm
09-24 4.4 1.66 6 0mm
09-25 8.8 2.48 5 0mm

About this spot

Oia, located in Spain, offers surf opportunities throughout the year. The break attracts both beginners and experienced surfers looking for reliable conditions. The spot sits outside any marine protected area, making access straightforward for traveling surfers. Local knowledge and community engagement are strong here—nine species observations and three community videos provide insight into local conditions and wildlife. Water conditions and exact difficulty ratings vary seasonally, so checking current reports before your trip is smart. The nearby Royal Monastery of Santa María de Oia adds cultural interest to a visit. Oia works as a standalone destination or as part of a broader Spanish surf tour. The year-round availability means you can time your trip around your schedule rather than chasing a narrow window. Community-generated videos offer real-time looks at conditions, making trip planning easier.

📖 Guía: Buceo en España: 91 Lugares Desde Bosques de Algas hasta Paredes de Barracudas

Mejores meses

Jan Feb Mar Apr May Jun Jul Aug Sep Oct Nov Dec

Vida marina

Delfín mular

Tipos de buceo

Costa

Esenciales del viaje

Todo lo que necesitas antes de hacer la maleta — checklist, sol, logística.

Trip checklist

  • 🛂 Visa-free or visa-on-arrival
  • 🏄 Surfboard or rental confirmation
  • 🧴 Reef-safe sunscreen SPF 50+
  • 🔌 Plug type C/F · 230V adapter
  • 💊 Seasickness meds + ear drops
  • 📱 Offline maps + emergency contact

Quick facts

  • 🌓 Moon First quarter · 47%
  • GPS
Información de sostenibilidad
🌍 CO2 footprint MAD ↔ 476km · ~109kg · €2

Desde tu país de salida

Estados Unidos
Puntuación de origen: 77/100
  • Visado: Sin visado · 90 días máx.
  • Vuelo: 7h · directo
  • Jet-lag: 6h este · 4 días de recuperación

Preguntas frecuentes

When is the best time to surf Oia?

Oia works year-round, so you can visit whenever your schedule allows. Check community videos and recent reports to match conditions with your skill level.

What is the difficulty level at Oia?

Difficulty varies with conditions. Review the three available community videos to see current state before paddling out.

What marine life will I see at Oia?

Nine species observations are recorded for the area. Local guides and community reports offer details on seasonal marine activity.

Do I need permits to surf Oia?

Oia is not inside a marine protected area, so standard access rules apply. Check local regulations before your trip.

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Observaciones verificadas de especies marinas

58 registros · 32 especies · fuentes: OBIS, GBIF

Marthasterias glacialis

Asteroidea · Asteriidae
GBIF
Última observación:
28 ene 2026
×1registros

Paracentrotus lividus

Echinoidea · Parechinidae
GBIF
Última observación:
28 ene 2026
×1registros

Chthamalus montagui

Maxillopoda · Chthamalidae
GBIF
Última observación:
28 ene 2026
×1registros

Raja undulata

Elasmobranchii · Rajidae
OBIS
Última observación:
11 nov 2024
×1registros

Raja montagui

Elasmobranchii · Rajidae
OBIS
Última observación:
26 may 2021
×2registros

Ctenodrilus serratus

Polychaeta · Cirratulidae
OBIS
Última observación:
6 jul 2020
×1registros
Profundidad:
12 m

Scyliorhinus canicula

Elasmobranchii · Scyliorhinidae
OBIS
Última observación:
1 feb 2020
×1registros

Harmothoe impar

Polychaeta · Polynoidae
OBIS
Última observación:
7 jun 2018
×1registros
Profundidad:
12 m

Stenella coeruleoalba

Mammalia · Delphinidae
OBIS
Última observación:
15 mar 2017
×1registros

Appendicularia

Appendicularia
OBIS
Última observación:
18 jun 2014
×1registros
Profundidad:
0–90 m

Bivalvia

Bivalvia
OBIS
Última observación:
3 may 2014
×1registros
Profundidad:
0–90 m

Decapoda

Malacostraca
OBIS
Última observación:
21 dic 2011
×1registros
Profundidad:
0–30 m

Datos: 187.991 observaciones de OBIS (Ocean Biodiversity Information System) y GBIF (Global Biodiversity Information Facility). CC-BY 4.0.

See this spot in action

YouTube videos — click to play.

Oia paddling big surf

Eric Rebiere
💬 3 top comments
  • Si es que en Oia hay mucho por descubrir!! Espectacular vídeo!

    @talasoatlantico · 👍 0
  • Oia surf. first time trying paddle

    @rebrix · 👍 3
  • Lovely little vid. Whats the song?

    @SuperBuckable · 👍 0

Rodriguez & Rebiere in Spain - Wipeout of the Year Entry - Billabong XXL Big Wave Awards 2013

World Surf League

Surfin' Oia (Galicia) - DJI Mavic 2 Pro

k1ke MTB
💬 1 top comments
  • Usaste el zoom?

    @XURXOSM · 👍 1

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