
Surf Forecasts:
Eerste Steen surf forecast from 28 Jul 2026:
- Best quality surf: Tuesday 28 Jul, 5AM (local time) - 8ft (2.5m), 15s period, SW swell with cross-offshore winds.
- Most powerful swell: Tuesday 28 Jul, 5AM (local time) - 8ft (2.5m), 15s period, SW swell with 2,597 kJ wave energy.
- Next surfable swell (1★+): Tuesday 28 Jul, 5AM (local time) - 8ft (2.5m), 15s 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 Tuesday (Jul 28) at 5AM. The primary swell is predicted to be 2.5m and 15s period with a secondary swell of 1.8m and 8s. 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 2.5m 15s and forecast to arrive on Tuesday (Jul 28) at 5AM. Winds are predicted to be cross-offshore at the time the swell arrives. The largest open ocean swell (not directed at the beach) is 0.5m 3s period and expected on Monday (Aug 03) at 2PM.
| Wave Type | Time (SAST) & Date | Wave Height & Period |
|---|---|---|
| Next good surf (1 star+) | 5AM (Tue 28th Jul) | 8ft (2.5m) 15s |
| Best Surf | 5AM (Tue 28th Jul) | 8ft (2.5m) 15s |
| Most Powerful | 5AM (Tue 28th Jul) | 8ft (2.5m) 15s |
Table - best surf conditions forecast for Eerste Steen over the next 16 days.
The Lowdown
Alright folks, Rusty here. Let’s have a proper look at what’s coming for Eerste Steen.
The first part of the outlook is a bit of a slow burner, but we’ve got a solid pulse of swell building from the 28th of July. A fairly consistent spot, Eerste Steen, with a SW exposure that’s going to light up nicely. The water temp is sitting bang on average for this time of year, so no surprises there.
The action starts on Tuesday morning, 28th July. We’re looking at a clean 8ft SW swell with a long 14-second period, making for some serious groundswell energy. The combined energy is a powerful 2563 (moderate to strong), and with a cross-offshore breeze, the sets should be peeling nicely. But here’s the thing – that size is pushing into “too big for beginners” territory, and it’s really for the experienced crew. The afternoon cleans up further with a gentle offshore breeze, and the waves stay solid at 8ft. That’s your standout session for the near term.
Wednesday morning, 29th July, drops a touch to 6ft but still with a nice 13-second period and a clean offshore wind. The combined energy is still healthy at 1121. It’s a very good option, but the afternoon goes a bit messy with a cross-on wind, so make the most of the morning.
Thursday, 30th July, is a gem for the intermediate surfer. The swell drops to 5ft, but the period stays at 13 seconds, and we get a dead-offshore breeze with near-glass conditions. The energy is 802, still moderate and punchy. Come Friday, the swell fades a little, but the morning of the 31st still offers a clean 4ft cross-off swell with 12-second period. It’s good for a longboarder or a cruiser.
The first weekend of August is a mixed bag. Saturday the 1st has a clean 4ft SW swell with a 14-second period in the morning, turning glassy in the afternoon. Sunday the 2nd is glassy again in the afternoon with 4ft, but the morning is a bit average. The crowds can be around at this spot, but it’s fairly consistent, so you’ll find a wave.
Now, here’s the next big call. Monday, 3rd August, morning. The swell jumps back up to 8ft, WSW, with a 14-second period and a cross-offshore breeze. The combined energy rockets to 2346. This is a solid, powerful swell, and it’s clean. That’s the other standout. It’s a bit big for the weekend warriors, but if you’ve got the chops, it’s going to be pumping.
The following days see the swell fluctuating. Tuesday the 4th is a bit smaller, but Wednesday the 5th brings a massive 7ft SW swell with a 15-second period, but the wind is a bit tricky. The combined energy is 3226, which is very strong. However, the afternoon of the 5th and through the 6th, the swell pushes over 12ft to 13ft, which is into expert-only territory. The forecast says it’s too big for the break, and the wind turns cross-on, making it a bit of a mess.
From the 7th of August onward, things get rough. Strong onshore winds and lumpy conditions. The 7th and 8th are write-offs, with poor surf and strong breezes. The consistency drops off, and the energy is weak or poorly directed. The 9th is a complete mess with a strong breeze and poor conditions.
The window reopens on Monday, 10th August, with a clean 8ft W swell, 9-second period, and a cross-offshore breeze. The combined energy is 1226. That’s a promising swell, but it’s a week and a half away, so keep an eye on it. The 11th and 12th of August show big SW swells, but the size is over 10ft and the direction gets a bit tricky with cross-shore winds. The potential is there for experts, but it’s a long-range call.
The best on offer is the Tuesday 28th July afternoon session, and the Monday 3rd August morning. For the rest, pick your moments with the morning offshores.
Stay salty,
Rusty.
Short Range ForecastMostly dry. Very mild (max 18°C on Thu afternoon, min 12°C on Mon night). Wind will be generally light. | Days 5-7 Weather SummaryMostly dry. Warm (max 23°C on Sat afternoon, min 13°C on Sat night). Wind will be generally light. | ||||||||||||||||||
Tuesday 28 | Wednesday 29 | Thursday 30 | Friday 31 | Saturday 1 | Sunday 2 | ||||||||||||||
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 15 | SW 14 | SW 14 | SW 13 | SW 13 | SW 13 | SW 13 | SW 13 | SW 13 | SW 13 | SW 12 | SW 12 | SW 11 | SW 14 | SW 13 | SW 13 | SW 13 | SW 12 | WSW 15 |
Wave Graph | |||||||||||||||||||
3144 | 2247 | 2004 | 1367 | 1067 | 1083 | 976 | 796 | 732 | 663 | 471 | 361 | 250 | 589 | 501 | 632 | 511 | 428 | 1761 | |
Wind (km/h) | |||||||||||||||||||
Wind State on-shore cross-onshore cross-shore cross-offshore off-shore glassy | cross-off | cross-off | off | cross-off | off | cross-on | off | off | cross-on | cross-off | cross-off | cross-on | cross-off | off | glassy | cross-off | cross | glassy | glassy |
High Tide | 2:33AM1.32m | 3:02PM1.36m | 3:06AM1.38m | 3:33PM1.43m | 3:38AM1.41m | 4:03PM1.49m | 4:09AM1.43m | 4:33PM1.52m | 4:41AM1.42m | 5:03PM1.53m | 5:13AM1.39m | 5:34PM1.52m | |||||||
Low Tide | 8:36PM0.38m | 8:52AM0.23m | 9:09PM0.31m | 9:22AM0.17m | 9:40PM0.25m | 9:50AM0.13m | 10:11PM0.22m | 10:18AM0.12m | 10:42PM0.20m | 10:47AM0.13m | 11:13PM0.20m | 11:16AM0.16m | 11:47PM0.21m | ||||||
— | 7:41 | — | — | 7:41 | — | — | 7:39 | — | — | 7:39 | — | — | 7:37 | — | — | 7:37 | — | — | |
6:02 | — | 6:02 | — | — | 6:04 | — | — | 6:05 | — | — | 6:05 | — | — | 6:06 | — | — | 6:07 | — | |
mm | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — |
Temp °C | 13 | 14 | 17 | 15 | 14 | 17 | 16 | 15 | 18 | 17 | 18 | 21 | 20 | 20 | 23 | 18 | 14 | 17 | 15 |
Feels °C | 8 | 10 | 13 | 12 | 11 | 15 | 13 | 12 | 16 | 15 | 15 | 18 | 17 | 17 | 20 | 16 | 12 | 15 | 15 |
Swell 1 Height (m) Direction Period (s) | SW 15 | SW 14 | SW 14 | SW 13 | SW 13 | SW 13 | SW 13 | SW 13 | SW 13 | SW 13 | SW 12 | SW 12 | SW 11 | SW 14 | SW 13 | SW 13 | SW 13 | SW 12 | WSW 15 |
3144 | 2247 | 2004 | 1367 | 1067 | 1083 | 976 | 796 | 732 | 663 | 471 | 361 | 250 | 589 | 501 | 632 | 511 | 428 | 1761 | |
Swell 2 Height (m) Direction Period (s) | — | — | SSE 8 | SSE 8 | SE 7 | SSE 7 | SSE 6 | SSE 6 | SSE 5 | SSE 6 | W 19 | WSW 18 | WSW 16 | SE 10 | SSE 5 | — | S 9 | WSW 18 | — |
— | — | 207 | 79 | 54 | 18 | 14 | 6 | 5 | 13 | 7 | 61 | 164 | 25 | 6 | — | 7 | 128 | — | |
Swell 3 Height (m) Direction Period (s) | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | SW 18 | WSW 18 | SSE 5 | — | SE 11 | — | — | S 9 | — |
— | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | 13 | 60 | 6 | — | 5 | — | — | 6 | — | |
Wind waves Height (m) Direction Period (s) | SSE 8 | SSE 8 | SSE 7 | SE 7 | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | NNW 5 | NNW 3 | NW 4 | — |
427 | 316 | 311 | 126 | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | 5 | 4 | 3 | — | |
Nearest Offshore or Glassy | |||||||||||||||||||
Distance (km) | 2 | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 2 | 0 | 0 | 2 | 0 | 0 | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 6 | 0 | 0 |
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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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