Eerste Steen Surf Break

Lat Long: 33.77° S 18.45° E

Eerste Steen Surf Forecast and Surf Report

Issued: 7 am 31 Jul 2026 (local time)

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Today's Eerste Steen sea temperature is
13.2° C
2.2° 

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 31 Jul 2026:

  • Best quality surf: Wednesday 5 Aug, 11PM (local time) - 13ft (4.0m), 13s period, WSW swell with cross-offshore winds.
  • Most powerful swell: Thursday 6 Aug, 5PM (local time) - 15ft (4.5m), 14s period, SW swell with 6,461 kJ wave energy.
  • Next surfable swell (1★+): Friday 31 Jul, 8PM (local time) - 3.5ft (1.1m), 11s period with SW 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 Friday (Jul 31) at 8PM. The primary swell is predicted to be 1.1m and 11s period with a secondary swell of 0.4m and 16s. Another secondary swell of 0.3m and 5s is also forecast. The wind is predicted to be cross-offshore as the swell arrives.

The most powerful waves expected at Eerste Steen in the next 16 days are 4.5m 14s and forecast to arrive on Thursday (Aug 06) at 5PM. Winds are predicted to be cross-shore at the time the swell arrives. The largest open ocean swell (not directed at the beach) is 0.6m 5s period and expected on Wednesday (Aug 05) at 8PM.

Wave TypeTime (SAST) & Date Wave Height & Period
Next good surf (1 star+) 8PM (Fri 31st Jul)3.5ft (1.1m) 11s
Best Surf11PM (Wed 5th Aug)13ft (4.0m) 13s
Most Powerful 5PM (Thu 6th Aug)15ft (4.5m) 14s

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


The Lowdown

Right then, let’s have a look at what’s on offer. The main event for the next couple of weeks is Eerste Steen, and it’s got a bit of everything – from clean, fun waves right through to some serious, expert-only grunt. The water is sitting at 56°, which is a solid 4° colder than usual for this time of year, so you’ll be wanting a decent wetsuit.

We kick things off on Friday the 31st of July. The morning is looking tidy with a 4ft swell from the SW, a 12-second period, and light cross-offshore winds. The combined energy is moderate (436), and it’s clean. The afternoon goes glassy with a light southerly breeze, which is a treat. Saturday the 1st of August starts with a clean 4ft SW swell, a 14-second period, and light offshore winds from the ENE, giving it some real push. The energy is still moderate (585). The afternoon gets a bit messy with cross-on wind, so grab the morning. Sunday the 2nd of August is an absolute classic – glassy conditions all day, with a 4ft SW swell and a 12 to 13-second period. The energy is moderate (492 to 566), and it’ll be super clean. This is a standout window for the intermediate surfer.

Monday the 3rd of August is where things get interesting. The morning is glassy again, with a 4ft SW swell and a 12-second period, but the combined energy jumps to a strong 804. The afternoon is even better, with a 4ft WSW swell, a 13-second period, and glassy conditions, pushing the energy to 944. This is very good surf, and the best of the first week.

Tuesday the 4th of August starts to get a little tricky with cross-shore winds, and by the afternoon it’s onshore and poor. Wednesday the 5th of August brings a big jump in size – 10ft from the WSW, with a 14-second period, and strong cross-shore winds. The energy is very strong (3122 to 3200), but the wind is messy, making it more of a challenge than a treat. Thursday the 6th of August gets huge – 13ft to 15ft swells with very strong energy (over 6000). The wind is better, but this is genuinely too big for the break. Only for experts, and even then, it’s going to be a handful.

The following week, the swell stays solid. Friday the 7th of August is still big and onshore, not great. The real standout for the second week is Saturday the 8th of August. The morning delivers a clean 8ft swell from the WSW with a 13-second period, light cross-offshore wind, and very strong energy (2537). This is excellent for experienced surfers. Sunday the 9th of August morning is also a gem – 7ft from the SSW with a clean cross-offshore breeze.

Monday the 10th of August is a write-off with strong onshore winds and poor surf. The next big moment comes on Tuesday the 11th of August. The morning is excellent for experienced surfers – a clean 7ft WSW swell, a 14-second period, and cross-offshore winds. The energy is very strong (1584). The afternoon gets a bit too big and chop-prone.

Wednesday the 12th of August morning is huge again – 12ft from the WSW with a 13-second period, offshore winds, and monstrous energy (7775). Again, too big for this break, strictly for experts. The rest of the week is a mix of onshore slop and marginal conditions, with a final shout-out to Saturday the 15th of August morning, which is another massive 13ft day with very long 15-second periods and cross-shore winds. That’s huge, clean energy (7365), but again, only for the most experienced.

Overall, the best bet is Sunday the 2nd of August and Monday the 3rd of August for the best all-round conditions. For the experienced crew, Saturday the 8th of August morning is the standout of the second week. Crowds are possible here, as it’s a fairly consistent spot, so don’t expect it to be empty.

Rusty.

Short Range Forecast

Mostly dry. Warm (max 23°C on Sat afternoon, min 15°C on Sun night). Wind will be generally light.

Days 4-6 Weather Summary

Some drizzle, heaviest during Wed night. Very mild (max 18°C on Mon morning, min 10°C on Wed morning). Wind will be generally light.

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Energy kJ
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Wind (km/h)
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High Tide
4:33PM1.52m
4:41AM1.42m
5:03PM1.53m
5:13AM1.39m
5:34PM1.52m
5:48AM1.34m
6:08PM1.47m
6:28AM1.27m
6:48PM1.41m
7:15AM1.19m
7:38PM1.32m
8:20AM1.10m
8:48PM1.23m
Low Tide
10:18AM0.12m
10:42PM0.20m
10:47AM0.13m
11:13PM0.20m
11:16AM0.16m
11:47PM0.21m
11:48AM0.21m
00:24AM0.25m
12:25PM0.29m
1:09AM0.31m
1:11PM0.39m
2:07AM0.39m
2:13PM0.48m
3:28AM0.44m
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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.

Eerste Steen is 8 km (5 miles) from the very large city of Robben Island. If you plan a holiday in Cape Town, look for hotels and other accommodation in Robben Island. Robben Island has rooms for a wide range of budgets as well as cheap car hire and transport links.

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