Eerste Steen Surf Break

Lat Long: 33.77° S 18.45° E

Eerste Steen Surf Forecast and Surf Report

Issued: 1 am 13 Jul 2026 (local time)

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Today's Eerste Steen sea temperature is
13.8° C
1.7° 

Eerste Steen surf forecast is for near shore open water. Breaking waves will often be smaller at less exposed spots.


Eerste Steen surf forecast from 13 Jul 2026:

  • Best quality surf: Wednesday 15 Jul, 11AM (local time) - 4.5ft (1.4m), 17s period, SW swell with glassy winds.
  • Most powerful swell: Wednesday 15 Jul, 8PM (local time) - 10ft (3.0m), 14s period, SW swell with 3,859 kJ wave energy.
  • Next surfable swell (1★+): Monday 13 Jul, 5AM (local time) - 3.5ft (1.0m), 10s period with SSW swell.

Best Forecast Surf Conditions for Eerste Steen this week:

The surf forecast for Eerste Steen over the next 16 days: The first swell (rated 1 star or higher) is forecast to arrive on Monday (Jul 13) at 5AM. The primary swell is predicted to be 1.0m and 10s period with a secondary swell of 0.6m and 10s. The wind is predicted to be glassy as the swell arrives.

The most powerful waves expected at Eerste Steen in the next 16 days are 3.0m 14s and forecast to arrive on Wednesday (Jul 15) at 8PM. Winds are predicted to be glassy at the time the swell arrives. The largest open ocean swell (not directed at the beach) is 1.0m 5s period and expected on Monday (Jul 20) at 2AM.

Wave TypeTime (SAST) & Date Wave Height & Period
Next good surf (1 star+) 5AM (Mon 13th Jul)3.5ft (1.0m) 10s
Best Surf11AM (Wed 15th Jul)4.5ft (1.4m) 17s
Most Powerful 8PM (Wed 15th Jul)10ft (3.0m) 14s

Table - best surf conditions forecast for Eerste Steen over the next 16 days.


Alright, Rusty here. Gonna break down this 16-day stretch for you, but I'm thinking in feet and miles per hour. It starts a little mellow, but don't worry, there's some heavy-hitting days in the pipeline, especially if you're a charger.

The first week is a slow build, then it gets serious. We got two sessions that really stand out, so listen up.

The first chance to get wet is Monday morning, July 13th at Eerste Steen. We're looking at a clean 3 ft swell from the SSW, period is a decent 10 seconds. The wind is dead calm, glassy as can be. Water temp is about normal for this time of year. The combined energy is moderate (271). It's small but clean for a log. That afternoon, the wind picks up a touch, and conditions get a little ordinary.

Tuesday, July 14th is a dud with side and side-onshore breezes. So let's jump to the first real standout.

Wednesday morning, July 15th is a wake-up call. The swell jumps to a solid 5 ft from the SW, and the period stretches way out to 16 seconds. That's deep-ocean groundswell. The combined energy is strong (1343), and with the wind off the land and glassy, it's gonna be clean. This is for the experienced surfer. That long period can make beach breaks wall up, but at Eerste Steen, it should shape up.

Thursday morning, July 16th is another big one for the pros. We got a powerful 8 ft SW swell with a 13-second period. The combined energy is very strong (2381), and the glassy conditions are back. Huge, clean lines. If you're intermediate, that 8 ft is pushing it.

The weekend gets a little bumpy with rising SSE winds on Friday, but Saturday morning, July 18th settles down real nice. The swell drops to a cleaner 4 ft from the S, period 12 seconds, and it's glassy. Combined energy is moderate (588). A perfect window for the intermediates and longboarders.

Sunday morning, July 19th is also looking top-notch. The swell is back up to a solid 7 ft from the WSW, period 12 seconds, with a clean offshore wind from the NNE. Combined energy is moderate (1157). Expect some solid, clean waves.

Now for the second week, we're talking about proper swell. Get ready.

Tuesday morning, July 21st is a massive standout for experts only. The swell hits a thumping 10 ft from the SW, period a very long 16 seconds. The combined energy is incredibly strong (4682). The wind is clean offshore from the ESE. This is big, powerful water. Not for the faint of heart.

Wednesday morning, July 22nd keeps the energy high with a 7 ft SW swell and a 15-second period. Combined energy is very strong (3878), and the offshore wind is still blowing from the N. Another one for the experienced crew.

Thursday morning, July 23rd the swell peaks at a massive 15 ft from the SW. The combined energy is extremely strong (6594) and the wind is clean offshore from the NE. The notes say it's too big for the break. Absolute chargers only. That afternoon, it drops to 8 ft and goes glassy, which is a better window for the advanced guys.

The last few days have some gems. Sunday, July 27th afternoon sees a glassy 8 ft SW swell, combined energy is very strong (2187), a fantastic final session for experienced surfers. Tuesday morning, July 28th finishes the forecast with a solid 7 ft SW swell, period 13 seconds, combined energy strong (1497). Another good one for the experienced.

So here's the bottom line. For the advanced crew, circle Wednesday morning, July 15th and Thursday morning, July 16th for a clean and powerful start. But the real golden ticket, if you've got the skills for it, is Tuesday morning, July 21st with that 10 ft of long-period groundswell and clean wind. It's a week and a half out, so keep an eye on it, but the potential is massive.

Stay safe, and enjoy the ride.

- Rusty

Short Range Forecast

Mostly dry. Very mild (max 16°C on Mon afternoon, min 13°C on Mon night). Wind will be generally light.

Days 4-6 Weather Summary

Mostly dry. Very mild (max 19°C on Sat afternoon, min 14°C on Thu morning). Wind will be generally light.

Monday
13
Tuesday
14
Wednesday
15
Thursday
16
Friday
17
Saturday
18
Sunday
19
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Swell
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Wave
Height (m)
Direction
Period (s)
0.9
SSW
10
0.9
SSW
10
0.9
W
12
0.9
W
10
0.9
W
10
0.9
W
9
1.4
SW
17
2.5
SW
16
3
SW
14
2.5
SW
13
2.3
SW
13
2.1
SW
12
2.1
SW
11
2
SW
11
1.3
S
10
1.1
S
12
0.9
WSW
9
1.8
WSW
13
1.9
WSW
11
1.3
WSW
11
1.2
SW
11
Wave Graph
Metric surfscale
Energy kJ
173
132
220
167
156
132
1137
3283
3558
2417
1697
1169
1048
901
346
322
147
1028
868
415
328
Wind (km/h)
5
N
5
WNW
5
N
5
NW
5
WNW
5
NNE
5
NNW
5
SW
5
SE
0
S
10
WSW
5
NNE
10
SSE
15
SSE
10
ESE
5
NNE
5
WNW
0
WSW
10
SSE
20
SSE
10
ESE
Wind State
glassy
glassy
glassy
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cross-on
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on
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glassy
cross
cross
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cross-on
glassy
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cross
cross-off
High Tide
2:40PM1.47m
2:54AM1.55m
3:27PM1.56m
3:42AM1.56m
4:12PM1.61m
4:28AM1.54m
4:55PM1.63m
5:12AM1.48m
5:37PM1.59m
5:55AM1.39m
6:19PM1.52m
6:38AM1.28m
7:01PM1.42m
Low Tide
8:26AM0.08m
8:48PM0.17m
9:14AM0.02m
9:38PM0.10m
9:58AM-0.00m
10:25PM0.08m
10:40AM0.01m
11:11PM0.09m
11:20AM0.07m
11:55PM0.15m
12:00PM0.16m
00:39AM0.23m
12:39PM0.27m
1:24AM0.33m
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Temp °C
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Feels °C
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12
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Information about the Eerste Steen Surf forecast

The above surf forecast table for Eerste Steen provides essential information for determining whether the surfing conditions will be good over the next 16 days. A general guide to surfing at Eerste Steen can be found by selecting the local surf guide option on the grey menu. Our Eerste Steen 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 (Eerste Steen) 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 Eerste Steen 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.

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