Sopelana in May
May is a fair month for surfing at Sopelana; the best time is January–February, November.
Plan your trip to SopelanaEvery month at a glance, daily wind and waves from years of weather statistics, photos, videos and local tips.Updated October 2026 · weather data 2022–2026
In short
- Waves: 1.2 m on average (daily maximum)
- Water: 17°C, 4/3 wetsuit
- Air: 20°C by day, 12°C at night
- Weather: 27 sunny days, 15 rainy days
SopelanaBasque Country (Biscay), SpainIntermediate and up · 4/3 wetsuit · ✈ BIO 12 kmWave height: average daily maximum. Figures from 5 years of weather data (Open-Meteo).
Best time to go →Other spots for surfing in May
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Moulay BouzerktounMorocco · 1432 km away · water 18°C1.8 m waves2
EssaouiraMorocco · 1450 km away · water 18°C1.8 m waves3
Peniche – BalealPortugal · 693 km away · water 16°C1.9 m waves4
Ericeira – Ribeira d'IlhasPortugal · 727 km away · water 16°C1.7 m waves5
SafiMorocco · 1348 km away · water 17°C1.6 m waves6
Nazaré – Praia do NortePortugal · 659 km away · water 17°C1.6 m wavesWithin 1,500 km, ranked by wave height and, a little, warm water.
Where to go surfing in May →Schools and camps near Sopelana
- Moana Eco Surf House 1.5 km
- Moana Surf and Skate Camp 4.1 km
Camps and schools are from OpenStreetMap; check with them directly before you book.
Questions
Is May a good time for surfing at Sopelana?
May is a fair month for surfing at Sopelana; the best time is January–February, November. Waves 1.2 m, water 17°C (4/3 wetsuit), air 20°C.
How warm is the water at Sopelana in May?
About 17°C: 4/3 wetsuit.
How big are the waves at Sopelana in May?
About 1.2 m on average (daily maximum).
What is the weather like at Sopelana in May?
Around 20°C by day and 12°C at night, with about 27 sunny and 15 rainy days.
Where else can I go surfing in May?
Within 1,500 km: Moulay Bouzerktoun (1.8 m waves), Essaouira (1.8 m waves) & Peniche – Baleal (1.9 m waves).