
Surf Forecasts:
Amanzimtoti surf forecast from 6 Sep 2026:
- Best quality surf: Monday 7 Sep, 8AM (local time) - 11ft (3.5m), 18s period, S swell with glassy winds.
- Most powerful swell: Monday 7 Sep, 8AM (local time) - 11ft (3.5m), 18s period, S swell with 7,240 kJ wave energy.
- Next surfable swell (1★+): Monday 7 Sep, 2AM (local time) - 5.5ft (1.7m), 20s period with SSW swell.
Best Forecast Surf Conditions for Amanzimtoti this week:
The surf forecast for Amanzimtoti over the next 16 days: The first swell (rated 1 star or higher) is forecast to arrive on Monday (Sep 07) at 2AM. The primary swell is predicted to be 1.7m and 20s period with a secondary swell of 1.2m and 14s. The wind is predicted to be glassy as the swell arrives.
The most powerful waves expected at Amanzimtoti in the next 16 days are 3.5m 18s and forecast to arrive on Monday (Sep 07) at 8AM. Winds are predicted to be glassy at the time the swell arrives. The largest open ocean swell (not directed at the beach) is 4.5m 9s period and expected on Sunday (Sep 13) at 8PM.
| Wave Type | Time (SAST) & Date | Wave Height & Period |
|---|---|---|
| Next good surf (1 star+) | 2AM (Mon 7th Sep) | 5.5ft (1.7m) 20s |
| Best Surf | 8AM (Mon 7th Sep) | 11ft (3.5m) 18s |
| Most Powerful | 8AM (Mon 7th Sep) | 11ft (3.5m) 18s |
Table - best surf conditions forecast for Amanzimtoti over the next 16 days.
The Lowdown
Right then, let's have a look at what's on the cards for our little stretch of coast. The big picture here is that we've got a proper long-range outlook with a lot of nothing, then one day that could be a real standout if the cards fall right. The rest of the fortnight looks pretty average, if not poor, so you'll need to pick your moments.
Alright, first up, the only real action we've got in the near future is Monday the 7th. The morning is where it's at, but it's a tricky one. Amanzimtoti is seeing a solid 10ft groundswell from the south, with a long period of 17 seconds and strong wave energy (5959). That's a lot of water moving, but it's coming in on a cross-shore wind from the northeast at 6 mph. That's not ideal, it'll be lumpy and the tide will need to be right. Because this swell is so big and the period is so long, it's going to be a handful, only for experienced surfers. It's not a beginner day. The water's sitting at a normal 71° for this time of year. The afternoon stays big at 8ft, but the wind picks up to 16 mph from the same direction, making it a messy cross-chop. That's a pass.
After that, we hit a real dry spell. From Tuesday the 8th right through to Saturday the 13th, the forecast is just poor surf conditions day after day. Swell drops right off, wind is either cross or cross-onshore, and it's not worth paddling out. You'll be looking at about five days of flat to small, choppy junk. Then from Sunday the 14th through to Wednesday the 16th, it stays marginal or poor, with some bigger but messy swells. On Tuesday the 15th, there's a 6ft easterly swell, but it's cross-shore and chopped up. Not worth the drive.
Now, the one that catches the eye is Monday the 21st of September. The morning brings a 7ft south-southwest swell, but the period is short at 6 seconds, so it'll be weak and messy. The afternoon gets bigger, with an 8ft south-southwest swell, again with a short 7-second period and strong wind energy (761). That's a lot of white water and not much shape. With the cross-onshore wind from the south-southeast, it's going to be choppy and ugly. For the experienced crew with a kite, this could be more interesting than a paddle. For a surfer, it's a poor outlook overall.
So, the honest truth is there's no clean, perfect day in this 16-day window. The standout, if you can call it that, is the Monday morning of the 7th for the sheer size, but only if you're a seasoned local who knows the reef. Keep an eye on it, but don't hold your breath.
Rusty.
Short Range ForecastLight rain (total 2mm), mostly falling on Sun afternoon. Warm (max 21°C on Tue afternoon, min 16°C on Mon night). Winds increasing (calm on Sun night, fresh winds from the NE by Tue afternoon). | Days 5-7 Weather SummaryLight rain (total 6mm), mostly falling on Fri night. Warm (max 24°C on Thu afternoon, min 19°C on Wed night). Winds decreasing (fresh winds from the NE on Wed afternoon, light winds from the E by Sat morning). | |||||||||||||||||||
Sun 6 | Monday 7 | Tuesday 8 | Wednesday 9 | Thursday 10 | Friday 11 | Saturday 12 | ||||||||||||||
PM | Night | AM | PM | Night | AM | PM | Night | AM | PM | Night | AM | PM | Night | AM | PM | Night | AM | PM | Night | |
Swell Height Map | ||||||||||||||||||||
Wave Height (m) Direction Period (s) | S 11 | SSW 20 | S 17 | S 16 | S 14 | S 12 | SSE 11 | SSE 11 | SSE 11 | SSE 11 | SSE 10 | SSE 10 | SE 10 | SW 20 | SW 16 | SSW 15 | S 6 | SSE 7 | E 9 | SSE 7 |
Wave Graph | ||||||||||||||||||||
229 | 2267 | 5805 | 3098 | 1297 | 279 | 198 | 161 | 88 | 65 | 60 | 21 | 27 | 102 | 274 | 196 | 143 | 164 | 140 | 56 | |
Wind (km/h) | ||||||||||||||||||||
Wind State on-shore cross-onshore cross-shore cross-offshore off-shore glassy | cross-on | glassy | cross | cross | cross-off | cross | cross | cross-off | cross | cross-off | cross-off | cross | cross-on | cross | cross-on | cross-on | cross-on | cross-on | cross | cross-off |
High Tide | 00:53AM1.24m | 1:34PM1.33m | 1:54AM1.42m | 2:20PM1.55m | 2:35AM1.58m | 2:57PM1.73m | 3:10AM1.70m | 3:30PM1.87m | 3:42AM1.78m | 4:01PM1.94m | 4:12AM1.81m | 4:30PM1.95m | 4:41AM1.80m | |||||||
Low Tide | 6:26PM0.67m | 7:15AM0.55m | 7:44PM0.49m | 8:05AM0.35m | 8:29PM0.31m | 8:42AM0.18m | 9:06PM0.16m | 9:15AM0.05m | 9:39PM0.06m | 9:46AM-0.03m | 10:09PM0.01m | 10:15AM-0.06m | 10:37PM0.01m | |||||||
— | — | 6:05 | — | — | 6:03 | — | — | 6:03 | — | — | 6:01 | — | — | 6:00 | — | — | 5:58 | — | — | |
5:43 | — | — | 5:44 | — | — | 5:44 | — | — | 5:45 | — | — | 5:45 | — | — | 5:45 | — | — | 5:45 | — | |
mm | 2 | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | 4 | 2 | — | — |
Temp °C | 18 | 17 | 18 | 19 | 17 | 20 | 21 | 19 | 21 | 22 | 20 | 23 | 24 | 20 | 22 | 22 | 20 | 20 | 22 | 20 |
Feels °C | 18 | 16 | 17 | 15 | 13 | 15 | 16 | 15 | 18 | 18 | 18 | 21 | 23 | 20 | 21 | 20 | 19 | 21 | 23 | 21 |
Swell 1 Height (m) Direction Period (s) | E 9 | SSW 20 | S 17 | S 16 | S 14 | S 12 | SSE 11 | SSE 11 | SSE 11 | SSE 11 | SSE 10 | ENE 8 | ENE 8 | ENE 9 | ENE 9 | E 9 | S 6 | SSE 7 | SSE 7 | SSE 7 |
194 | 2267 | 5805 | 3098 | 1297 | 279 | 198 | 161 | 88 | 65 | 60 | 574 | 528 | 329 | 202 | 173 | 143 | 164 | 140 | 54 | |
Swell 2 Height (m) Direction Period (s) | S 11 | S 14 | E 10 | — | E 10 | SSW 13 | SSW 13 | SSW 12 | SSW 12 | SSW 11 | SSW 16 | SSE 10 | SE 10 | SW 20 | SW 16 | SSW 15 | E 9 | ENE 9 | E 9 | SSW 12 |
229 | 526 | 154 | — | 31 | 201 | 96 | 15 | 13 | 13 | 25 | 21 | 27 | 102 | 274 | 196 | 169 | 135 | 127 | 56 | |
Swell 3 Height (m) Direction Period (s) | SE 8 | E 8 | — | — | — | E 10 | S 18 | — | S 16 | SW 17 | SSW 11 | SSW 14 | SSW 12 | SSE 11 | SE 11 | SE 13 | SSW 13 | SW 12 | SSW 12 | SSW 16 |
45 | 135 | — | — | — | 19 | 6 | — | 5 | 12 | 11 | 20 | 15 | 12 | 5 | 7 | 102 | 39 | 57 | 48 | |
Wind waves Height (m) Direction Period (s) | — | — | — | ENE 4 | NE 6 | NE 6 | ENE 7 | NE 7 | ENE 7 | ENE 8 | ENE 8 | ENE 8 | — | SSW 5 | SSW 6 | SSW 6 | — | — | ENE 3 | ENE 7 |
— | — | — | 61 | 178 | 278 | 531 | 598 | 542 | 759 | 979 | 683 | — | 35 | 109 | 126 | — | — | 4 | 427 | |
Nearest Offshore or Glassy | ||||||||||||||||||||
Distance (km) | 25 | 0 | 25 | 134 | 180 | 449 | 669 | 380 | 449 | 658 | 25 | 239 | 75 | 20 | 236 | 26 | 20 | 18 | 25 | 806 |
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Information about the Amanzimtoti Surf forecast
The above surf forecast table for Amanzimtoti provides essential information for determining whether the surfing conditions will be good over the next 16 days. A general guide to surfing at Amanzimtoti can be found by selecting the local surf guide option on the grey menu. Our Amanzimtoti surf forecast is unique since it includes wave energy (power) that defines the real feel of the surf rather than just the height or the period. If you surf the same spot (Amanzimtoti) regularly then make a mental note of the wave energy from the surf forecast table each time you go. Very soon you may start to choose your surf days based on the wave energy alone combined with our forecast of favourable offshore wind conditions. Our star ratings will help here and of course you will also find the usual wave height and period predictions on our surf forecasts as well as a full break down of the swell components under our advanced users option (to reveal that, click the little Einstein character under the tide times).
Further information to help with frequently asked questions about our surf forecast for Amanzimtoti may be found under the help tab on the top menu and also by moving your mouse over the question marks on the surf forecast table itself. Please always bear in mind that the forecast is for near-shore open water and local factors at each surf break influence the actual breaking wave height, such as the beach / reef profile, water depths offshore and shelter.
Amanzimtoti is 9 km (6 miles) from Umlazi. If you plan a holiday in Durban/KwaZulu-Natal South Coast, look for hotels and other accommodation in Umlazi. Umlazi has rooms for a wide range of budgets as well as car hire and transport links.










