Hullets Reef Surf Break

Lat Long: 34.16° S 24.84° E

Hullets Reef Surf Forecast and Surf Report

Issued: 1 am 04 Aug 2026 (local time)

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Today's Hullets Reef sea temperature is
16.5° C
2.3° 

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


Hullets Reef surf forecast from 4 Aug 2026:

  • Best quality surf: Thursday 6 Aug, 11AM (local time) - 11ft (3.5m), 13s period, SW swell with offshore winds.
  • Most powerful swell: Monday 10 Aug, 8AM (local time) - 20ft (6.0m), 11s period, S swell with 8,296 kJ wave energy.
  • Next surfable swell (1★+): Tuesday 4 Aug, 2PM (local time) - 4.5ft (1.4m), 12s period with SW swell.

Best Forecast Surf Conditions for Hullets Reef this week:

The surf forecast for Hullets Reef over the next 16 days: The first swell (rated 1 star or higher) is forecast to arrive on Tuesday (Aug 04) at 2PM. The primary swell is predicted to be 1.4m and 12s period with a secondary swell of 1.4m and 10s. The wind is predicted to be cross-offshore as the swell arrives.

The most powerful waves expected at Hullets Reef in the next 16 days are 6.0m 11s and forecast to arrive on Monday (Aug 10) at 8AM. Winds are predicted to be cross-offshore at the time the swell arrives. The largest open ocean swell (not directed at the beach) is 3.0m 12s period and expected on Monday (Aug 10) at 2AM.

Wave TypeTime (SAST) & Date Wave Height & Period
Next good surf (1 star+) 2PM (Tue 4th Aug)4.5ft (1.4m) 12s
Best Surf11AM (Thu 6th Aug)11ft (3.5m) 13s
Most Powerful 8AM (Mon 10th Aug)20ft (6.0m) 11s

Table - best surf conditions forecast for Hullets Reef over the next 16 days.


The Lowdown

G'day, I'm Rusty. Let's get stuck into the outlook for Hullets Reef.

The water temperature is sitting at 62°, which is a fair whack cooler than usual for this time of year – 4° below average, so you'll want a quality steamer.

We kick off on Tuesday the 4th but it's a bit average. The morning is choppy with a cross-on, so not worth the paddle. The afternoon improves with a clean cross-off breeze, but the surf is still marginal.

The real action starts on Wednesday the 5th. The morning is a write-off, but Wednesday afternoon is where it's at. A solid 6ft SW groundswell, with a long 16-second period, is pushing in under a clean offshore wind. The combined energy is a hefty 2108 (strong), so there's plenty of grunt. This is a standout session for the intermediate to experienced crew.

Thursday the 6th is a ripper for the skilled surfers. The morning sees a powerful 12ft SW swell with fresh offshore winds, delivering a massive 4488 (very strong) energy reading. It's a big, clean beast. The afternoon holds at 10ft with a moderate offshore, still excellent but a touch more wind.

Friday the 7th continues the run. The morning is glassy with an 8ft SW swell – clean and inviting. The afternoon sees bigger 10ft surf but with a cross-off wind, so it's still good but not as pristine as the morning.

Saturday the 8th is another beauty. The morning is clean with a light cross-off and 8ft SW swell. The afternoon picks up a moderate offshore, keeping the 8ft waves clean and well-shaped. This is a solid day for the experienced.

Sunday the 9th is a complete write-off. Near gale-force winds with light rain make it a mess.

Monday the 10th is a wildcard. A massive 16ft SSE swell from a different direction delivers a huge 8297 (very strong) energy, but it's cross-off and a bit raw. This is only for absolute experts.

Tuesday the 11th and Wednesday the 12th are poor with strong onshore winds and lumpy conditions. Wednesday's 13ft swell is a choppy mess.

Thursday the 13th offers little – onshore winds and a messy 10ft ESE swell. The afternoon brings a 6ft SW swell with a 16-second period, but it's choppy.

Friday the 14th is marginal. The morning is glassy and onshore, with a 8ft E swell, but it's not clean. The afternoon is cross-on and choppy.

Saturday the 15th shows some promise. The morning is clean with a cross-off and 6ft E swell – a nice, manageable size for a variety of surfers.

Sunday the 16th is a dud with a tiny 4ft E swell and glassy conditions, but the energy is a weak 237.

Monday the 17th is a hidden gem. The morning is a bit messy, but the afternoon is clean with a 8ft SW swell and a gentle offshore wind. A solid 1452 (moderate) energy reading makes this a worthwhile session.

Tuesday the 18th is another good one. The morning is a bit windy, but the afternoon is clean with a moderate offshore and 8ft SW swell. The energy is a punchy 1637.

Wednesday the 19th wraps things up. The morning is choppy, but the afternoon is glassy with a 7ft SW swell and a light ESE breeze. The energy is 1099 (moderate), making for a clean, cruisy finish.

The standout period is undoubtedly Wednesday afternoon the 5th through to Saturday the 8th, with Thursday the 6th morning being the absolute pick of the bunch for the big-wave hunters.

Rusty.

Short Range Forecast

Mostly dry. Warm (max 27°C on Wed afternoon, min 14°C on Thu night). Wind will be generally light.

Days 4-6 Weather Summary

Moderate rain (total 15mm), heaviest on Sun afternoon. Very mild (max 18°C on Sat afternoon, min 12°C on Sun afternoon). Winds increasing (light winds from the SW on Fri morning, near gales from the S by Sun night).

Tuesday
4
Wednesday
5
Thursday
6
Friday
7
Saturday
8
Sunday
9
Monday
10
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Rating
(10 max)
1
2
3
1
4
3
5
4
3
4
3
2
4
4
3
0
3
0
5
4
2
Swell
Height Map
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Wave
Height (m)
Direction
Period (s)
1.4
SW
12
1.4
SW
11
1.1
SW
11
0.9
SSW
15
1.9
SW
16
2.2
SW
14
3.5
SW
13
3
SW
13
2.5
SW
12
2.5
SW
13
3
SW
14
3
SW
15
2.5
SW
14
2.3
SW
13
3
SW
14
3
SW
13
2.5
SW
13
5
SSW
12
5
SSE
11
5
SSE
11
2.5
S
10
Wave Graph
Metric surfscale
Energy kJ
514
463
303
377
1738
1983
4401
3264
2148
2201
3325
4121
2686
1919
3061
2968
2023
6788
6040
5379
1402
Wind (km/h)
15
N
20
WSW
0
WSW
15
NNE
20
SW
15
W
15
WSW
20
WSW
20
W
10
SW
20
W
20
NE
10
WNW
25
WSW
25
W
50
WSW
25
SSW
45
S
35
SSE
25
SSE
20
ESE
Wind State
cross-on
cross-off
glassy
cross-on
off
cross-off
off
off
cross-off
off
cross-off
on
cross-off
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cross-off
cross-off
off
cross-off
cross-off
cross-off
cross
High Tide
7:06PM1.50m
7:21AM1.27m
7:52PM1.39m
8:18AM1.14m
8:59PM1.28m
9:51AM1.05m
10:46PM1.21m
11:59AM1.08m
00:33AM1.27m
1:23PM1.23m
1:43AM1.40m
2:19PM1.41m
2:34AM1.52m
Low Tide
12:44PM0.24m
1:24AM0.34m
1:25PM0.35m
2:18AM0.45m
2:21PM0.48m
3:40AM0.54m
3:54PM0.58m
5:36AM0.53m
6:00PM0.56m
7:08AM0.42m
7:28PM0.43m
8:07AM0.27m
8:26PM0.27m
clear
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light rain
light rain
mod rain
light rain
rain showers
light rain
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7:11
7:09
7:09
7:07
7:07
7:05
7:05
<span class="translation_missing" title="translation missing: en.weather_tables.sunset">Sunset</span>
5:42
5:43
5:43
5:44
5:45
5:45
5:45
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9
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Temp °C
26
26
19
25
27
17
17
17
16
15
15
14
17
18
14
14
13
13
12
13
13
Feels °C
22
22
18
21
24
15
15
14
15
13
12
13
15
15
10
7
4
4
3
6
7
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Information about the Hullets Reef Surf forecast

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

Hullets Reef is 21 km (13 miles) from the city of Kruisfontein. If you plan a holiday in Eastern Cape (South), look for hotels and other accommodation in Kruisfontein. Kruisfontein has rooms for a wide range of budgets as well as car hire and transport links.

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