
Surf Forecasts:
Doring Bay surf forecast from 30 Jul 2026:
- Best quality surf: Wednesday 5 Aug, 5PM (local time) - 10ft (3.0m), 15s period, SW swell with cross-onshore winds.
- Most powerful swell: Wednesday 5 Aug, 11PM (local time) - 10ft (3.0m), 14s period, SW swell with 3,619 kJ wave energy.
- Next surfable swell (1★+): Thursday 30 Jul, 2PM (local time) - 4.5ft (1.4m), 13s period with SW swell.
Best Forecast Surf Conditions for Doring Bay this week:
The surf forecast for Doring Bay over the next 16 days: The first swell (rated 1 star or higher) is forecast to arrive on Thursday (Jul 30) at 2PM. The primary swell is predicted to be 1.4m and 13s period. The wind is predicted to be offshore as the swell arrives.
The most powerful waves expected at Doring Bay in the next 16 days are 3.0m 14s and forecast to arrive on Wednesday (Aug 05) at 11PM. Winds are predicted to be cross-offshore at the time the swell arrives. The largest open ocean swell (not directed at the beach) is 1.1m 4s period and expected on Friday (Jul 31) at 11AM.
| Wave Type | Time (SAST) & Date | Wave Height & Period |
|---|---|---|
| Next good surf (1 star+) | 2PM (Thu 30th Jul) | 4.5ft (1.4m) 13s |
| Best Surf | 5PM (Wed 5th Aug) | 10ft (3.0m) 15s |
| Most Powerful | 11PM (Wed 5th Aug) | 10ft (3.0m) 14s |
Table - best surf conditions forecast for Doring Bay over the next 16 days.
The Lowdown
Alright, Rusty here, let's have a look at what Doring Bay is cooking up for us.
First up, the water's a bit nippy at 56°, running about 3° colder than usual for this time of year, so maybe dig out the steamer.
Overall, we're looking at a real mixed bag. There's a lot of swell on the calendar, but the first week or so is mostly marginal, with just a few windows of clean conditions. It's not until we get into early August that things start to get really interesting, and then it gets *proper* big. For now, let's take it day by day.
On Thursday July 30th, it's a slow start. The morning has a clean 5ft SW swell (13 seconds) but with a cross-off wind, it's not setting the world on fire and the wave energy is moderate (700). The afternoon cleans up nicely with a 5ft SW swell (13 seconds) and offshore wind, giving decent shape, though still not a standout.
Friday the 31st is a bit of a washout with strong winds and poor surf on offer, so give it a miss. Saturday and Sunday look flat and messy with light cross-onshore winds, nothing to get excited about.
Now, Monday August 3rd is our first real highlight. We've got a clean 4ft SW groundswell (13 seconds) with glassy conditions in the morning. The wave energy is starting to build (788) and the light offshore later in the day keeps it clean. This is a solid, fun day for an intermediate surfer. The crowds can pop up here sometimes, so you might have to share.
The surf builds through Tuesday and Wednesday, but things get a bit tricky. By Wednesday August 5th, it's ramping up in a big way. The afternoon sees a 10ft SW groundswell (15 seconds) with a long period and the combined swell energy is massive (3695). This is a big, powerful ocean. This is too big for anyone but experts, and even then, that long-period stuff can jack up on a reef. The cross-on wind is light, but the sheer size is the dominant factor here.
This big swell hangs around through Thursday and Friday (August 6th & 7th) with sets from head-high to double overhead and glassy or offshore mornings. The wave energy reading is insane – over 4000 on Friday morning. Top-tier for big-wave chargers only.
After that, the swell drops a little, but then on Sunday August 9th, we see another massive pulse, this time from the SSW. A 13ft swell (12 seconds) with a wave energy over 7000. This is absolutely enormous and onshore winds spoil it, so it's really only a spectacle for the brave or the foolish.
The following week into mid-August looks to be smaller and less consistent, with a final nod to a nice clean day on Friday August 14th. The morning has a clean 4ft WSW swell (11 seconds) in light cross-off winds, moderate wave energy (663), and the afternoon cleans up again with a 3ft, very long-period 18-second groundswell. This would be a long, clean rolling day best suited for the points and reefs, as beach breaks might close out with that period.
If you're looking for the best paddable waves, Monday August 3rd is your call for fun, clean, manageable waves. If you're an experienced charger, the window from August 5th to the 7th is the big stuff, but pick your morning windows.
Stay safe out there.
- Rusty
Short Range ForecastMostly dry. Warm (max 26°C on Fri afternoon, min 15°C on Thu morning). Winds decreasing (fresh winds from the ENE on Fri morning, calm by Sat night). | Days 4-6 Weather SummaryMostly dry. Warm (max 21°C on Sun morning, min 12°C on Tue night). Wind will be generally light. | ||||||||||||||||||||
Thursday 30 | Friday 31 | Saturday 1 | Sunday 2 | Monday 3 | Tuesday 4 | Wednesday 5 | |||||||||||||||
AM | 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) | SW 13 | SW 13 | SW 13 | SW 13 | SW 12 | SW 11 | SW 14 | SW 13 | SW 13 | SW 12 | SW 13 | SW 12 | SW 13 | SW 12 | SW 12 | SW 11 | SW 11 | SW 11 | SW 16 | SW 15 | SW 14 |
Wave Graph | |||||||||||||||||||||
700 | 639 | 480 | 398 | 324 | 217 | 514 | 517 | 479 | 392 | 466 | 278 | 591 | 619 | 409 | 488 | 375 | 292 | 1532 | 3268 | 3420 | |
Wind (km/h) | |||||||||||||||||||||
Wind State on-shore cross-onshore cross-shore cross-offshore off-shore glassy | cross-off | off | cross-off | cross-off | off | cross-off | cross-off | cross-on | cross-on | cross | cross-on | glassy | cross-off | cross-off | cross-on | on | cross-on | cross-on | on | cross-on | off |
High Tide | 4:01PM1.65m | 4:09AM1.58m | 4:31PM1.69m | 4:42AM1.57m | 5:02PM1.69m | 5:15AM1.54m | 5:34PM1.67m | 5:51AM1.49m | 6:09PM1.62m | 6:31AM1.41m | 6:50PM1.54m | 7:20AM1.32m | 7:42PM1.45m | ||||||||
Low Tide | 9:49AM0.16m | 10:11PM0.24m | 10:17AM0.15m | 10:41PM0.22m | 10:45AM0.16m | 11:12PM0.22m | 11:15AM0.20m | 11:45PM0.24m | 11:48AM0.26m | 00:22AM0.28m | 12:25PM0.34m | 1:06AM0.35m | 1:11PM0.44m | 2:03AM0.43m | |||||||
7:37 | — | — | 7:35 | — | — | 7:35 | — | — | 7:35 | — | — | 7:33 | — | — | 7:33 | — | — | 7:31 | — | — | |
— | 6:08 | — | — | 6:09 | — | — | 6:10 | — | — | 6:10 | — | — | 6:12 | — | — | 6:12 | — | — | 6:13 | — | |
mm | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — |
Temp °C | 17 | 22 | 20 | 20 | 26 | 23 | 22 | 26 | 17 | 21 | 18 | 15 | 19 | 20 | 14 | 16 | 18 | 14 | 13 | 14 | 13 |
Feels °C | 12 | 17 | 15 | 11 | 17 | 16 | 15 | 21 | 15 | 16 | 14 | 13 | 16 | 15 | 11 | 14 | 14 | 13 | 12 | 12 | 12 |
Swell 1 Height (m) Direction Period (s) | SW 13 | SW 13 | SW 13 | SW 13 | SW 12 | SW 11 | SW 14 | SW 13 | SW 13 | SW 12 | SW 13 | SW 12 | SW 13 | SW 12 | SW 12 | SW 11 | SW 11 | SW 11 | SW 16 | SW 15 | SW 14 |
700 | 639 | 480 | 398 | 324 | 217 | 514 | 517 | 479 | 392 | 466 | 278 | 591 | 619 | 409 | 488 | 375 | 292 | 1532 | 3268 | 3420 | |
Swell 2 Height (m) Direction Period (s) | — | — | S 4 | SW 19 | WSW 18 | WSW 16 | — | — | — | — | — | SW 14 | WSW 15 | WSW 13 | WSW 12 | — | WSW 11 | SW 15 | SW 10 | W 9 | — |
— | — | 7 | 14 | 61 | 169 | — | — | — | — | — | 211 | 84 | 69 | 353 | — | 24 | 136 | 113 | 45 | — | |
Swell 3 Height (m) Direction Period (s) | — | — | — | — | WSW 18 | SSE 3 | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | SW 17 | WSW 10 | WSW 10 | — | — |
— | — | — | — | 30 | 1 | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | 11 | 34 | 100 | — | — | |
Wind waves Height (m) Direction Period (s) | NE 3 | SSE 3 | — | NE 4 | ENE 4 | ENE 4 | NE 4 | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — |
5 | 3 | — | 45 | 9 | 8 | 8 | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | |
Nearest Offshore or Glassy | |||||||||||||||||||||
Distance (km) | 1 | 0 | 1 | 42 | 32 | 32 | 32 | 32 | 33 | 1 | 103 | 0 | 0 | 103 | 42 | 32 | 103 | 42 | 256 | 257 | 2 |
Best forecast wave conditions in West Coast | |||||||||||||||||||||
Best forecast wave conditions in South Africa | |||||||||||||||||||||
Header Global | |||||||||||||||||||||
- Map Icons:
Break
Live Wave Height (m)
Live Wind Speed (km/h)
Surf Rating (10 Max)
Ocean Swells (m)
Wind Speed (km/h)
Latest Updates
Information about the Doring Bay Surf forecast
The above surf forecast table for Doring Bay provides essential information for determining whether the surfing conditions will be good over the next 16 days. A general guide to surfing at Doring Bay can be found by selecting the local surf guide option on the grey menu. Our Doring Bay 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 (Doring Bay) 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 Doring Bay 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.
Doring Bay is 138 km (86 miles) from Saldanha. If you plan a holiday in West Coast, look for hotels and other accommodation in Saldanha. Saldanha has rooms for a wide range of budgets as well as car hire and transport links.











