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Playa Sur in El Médano, Tenerife

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Mickey
Shared 8/15/2026 4:45:36 PM
Playa Sur in El Médano, Tenerife, offers world-class ocean wing foiling driven by reliable northeast trade winds and rolling Atlantic swell. Conditions range from choppy open-water rides and clean swell to nearby flat-water refuge areas, making it an elite year-round destination suited best for intermediate to advanced riders. Wind ConditionsConsistency: Powered by strong thermal and trade wind acceleration, offering over 250 to 300 windy days a year.Strength: Frequently blows at 18 to 30+ knots, especially during summer afternoons. Smaller wings (3.5m to 4.5m) are standard equipment.Direction: Predominantly side-onshore from the lef. Water & Wave StateInside Bay: Manageable chop with wide sandy launch zones, though a small shore break can test launching skills on high-wind days.Outside / Swell: Clean rolling Atlantic swell lines perfect for downwinding, surfing bumps, and jumping.
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