
Surf Forecasts:
Jongensfontein surf forecast from 31 Jul 2026:
- Best quality surf: Thursday 6 Aug, 5AM (local time) - 10ft (3.0m), 13s period, SW swell with cross-offshore winds.
- Most powerful swell: Thursday 6 Aug, 8PM (local time) - 10ft (3.0m), 14s period, SW swell with 3,420 kJ wave energy.
- Next surfable swell (1★+): Sunday 2 Aug, 8AM (local time) - 6ft (1.9m), 9s period with ESE swell.
Best Forecast Surf Conditions for Jongensfontein this week:
The surf forecast for Jongensfontein over the next 16 days: The first swell (rated 1 star or higher) is forecast to arrive on Sunday (Aug 02) at 8AM. The primary swell is predicted to be 1.9m and 9s period with a secondary swell of 0.7m and 14s. The wind is predicted to be glassy as the swell arrives.
The most powerful waves expected at Jongensfontein in the next 16 days are 3.0m 14s and forecast to arrive on Thursday (Aug 06) at 8PM. Winds are predicted to be cross-onshore at the time the swell arrives. The largest open ocean swell (not directed at the beach) is 1.1m 6s period and expected on Wednesday (Aug 05) at 2AM.
| Wave Type | Time (SAST) & Date | Wave Height & Period |
|---|---|---|
| Next good surf (1 star+) | 8AM (Sun 2nd Aug) | 6ft (1.9m) 9s |
| Best Surf | 5AM (Thu 6th Aug) | 10ft (3.0m) 13s |
| Most Powerful | 8PM (Thu 6th Aug) | 10ft (3.0m) 14s |
Table - best surf conditions forecast for Jongensfontein over the next 16 days.
The Lowdown
Alright folks, Rusty here. Let’s have a look at what’s coming our way for Jongensfontein over the next couple of weeks.
The first few days are a bit of a mixed bag, but we’ve got a serious window of opportunity in the middle of the week. The standout is without a doubt Monday morning, the 3rd of August. We’re looking at a clean 6ft swell from the ESE, and the wind is dead calm – glassy. The period is a solid 11 seconds, giving it some real push. The combined energy is moderate at (1066). This is the best you’ll see for a while, and it’s a proper groundswell. For a reef break like Jongensfontein, that’s a recipe for some excellent, lined-up waves for experienced surfers. The water temp is about average for this time of year. Keep in mind the optimum swell direction here is S, so this ESE swell isn’t perfect, but the quality of the conditions will more than make up for it.
The weekend before that is a write-off. Saturday the 1st has onshore winds and poor surf, best to leave it. Sunday morning the 2nd dawns with a glassy 6ft from the ESE and a northerly breeze – that’s worth a paddle if you’re keen, but it’s not the top pick.
Now, Monday the 3rd is the one. After that, the swell drops and the wind turns onshore, so Tuesday the 4th is just a clean, smaller 5ft from the WSW, which is a better direction, but the energy is lower (876). Wednesday the 5th has a massive 8ft from the SW with a 14-second period, but the wind is light cross-onshore, and the energy is high (2055). It’s touch and go.
Then things get big. From Thursday the 6th of August right through to Tuesday the 11th, the swell is pushing 10ft to 21ft. That’s expert territory. The combined energy readings are through the roof – up to (24678) on the 11th. The wind is often onshore or cross-onshore, making it a messy, dangerous mess. Unless you’re a pro on a gun, stay out of the water. Honestly, this setup looks more interesting for kite surfing than paddle surfing.
The 12th and 13th start to settle. Wednesday the 12th has a clean offshore wind from the WNW with an 12ft swell from the ESE – still huge, but clean. Thursday the 13th morning is the next real highlight. We’ve got a 8ft from the ESE with a 12-second period, calm offshore winds from the NNW, and clean conditions. The energy is strong (2155). This is a solid window for experienced surfers only.
The final weekend, the 14th and 15th, sees the swell drop back to a more manageable 4ft to 5ft, but the wind is getting a bit messy. Saturday the 15th is small and onshore, not worth it.
So, to sum it up: Monday morning the 3rd is your absolute best bet for clean, quality waves. The 13th is a solid backup for the experts. The rest is either too small, too windy, or too big. Get it while you can.
Rusty.
Short Range ForecastMostly dry. Warm (max 22°C on Sun afternoon, min 15°C on Sat morning). Wind will be generally light. | Days 5-7 Weather SummaryLight rain (total 8mm), mostly falling on Thu morning. Very mild (max 19°C on Mon night, min 12°C on Thu morning). Winds increasing (calm on Mon night, fresh winds from the WSW by Wed night). | ||||||||||||||||||
Saturday 1 | Sunday 2 | Monday 3 | Tuesday 4 | Wednesday 5 | Thursday 6 | ||||||||||||||
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) | E 8 | ESE 9 | ESE 9 | ESE 9 | ESE 9 | ESE 9 | SW 14 | ESE 11 | ESE 11 | ESE 11 | WSW 11 | SW 11 | ESE 10 | SW 16 | SW 14 | SW 13 | SW 13 | SW 12 | SW 13 |
Wave Graph | |||||||||||||||||||
839 | 559 | 645 | 554 | 488 | 488 | 573 | 593 | 572 | 467 | 563 | 338 | 205 | 773 | 1892 | 2345 | 2752 | 2348 | 2422 | |
Wind (km/h) | |||||||||||||||||||
Wind State on-shore cross-onshore cross-shore cross-offshore off-shore glassy | cross | cross | cross-on | cross | glassy | cross-on | glassy | glassy | on | cross-on | cross-off | cross | cross-off | cross | cross-on | off | cross | cross-on | cross |
High Tide | 4:55AM1.92m | 5:16PM2.03m | 5:25AM1.88m | 5:46PM2.01m | 5:57AM1.81m | 6:19PM1.95m | 6:33AM1.70m | 6:57PM1.85m | 7:17AM1.57m | 7:45PM1.71m | 8:17AM1.41m | 8:55PM1.57m | |||||||
Low Tide | 10:55PM0.23m | 11:02AM0.11m | 11:25PM0.23m | 11:30AM0.15m | 11:57PM0.26m | 12:01PM0.23m | 00:33AM0.33m | 12:35PM0.34m | 1:16AM0.43m | 1:18PM0.48m | 2:12AM0.55m | 2:18PM0.63m | 3:38AM0.66m | ||||||
— | 7:28 | — | — | 7:26 | — | — | 7:26 | — | — | 7:26 | — | — | 7:24 | — | — | 7:24 | — | — | |
5:52 | — | 5:52 | — | — | 5:53 | — | — | 5:54 | — | — | 5:54 | — | — | 5:55 | — | — | 5:57 | — | |
mm | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | 1 | 7 | — | — |
Temp °C | 17 | 17 | 21 | 21 | 20 | 22 | 20 | 19 | 20 | 19 | 18 | 17 | 15 | 15 | 16 | 15 | 13 | 13 | 13 |
Feels °C | 13 | 13 | 17 | 17 | 18 | 19 | 17 | 18 | 18 | 17 | 14 | 12 | 14 | 14 | 16 | 13 | 7 | 9 | 8 |
Swell 1 Height (m) Direction Period (s) | ESE 9 | ESE 9 | ESE 9 | ESE 9 | ESE 9 | ESE 9 | ESE 9 | ESE 11 | ESE 11 | ESE 11 | ESE 10 | ESE 10 | ESE 10 | SW 16 | SW 14 | E 10 | SW 13 | SW 12 | SW 13 |
632 | 559 | 645 | 554 | 488 | 488 | 258 | 593 | 572 | 467 | 306 | 255 | 205 | 773 | 1892 | 92 | 2752 | 2348 | 2422 | |
Swell 2 Height (m) Direction Period (s) | SW 12 | SW 11 | SW 14 | SW 13 | SW 13 | SW 13 | SW 14 | SW 13 | SW 12 | SW 12 | S 18 | SSW 16 | SW 11 | SW 8 | ESE 10 | — | E 9 | SW 16 | ESE 9 |
161 | 125 | 281 | 231 | 335 | 273 | 573 | 473 | 380 | 361 | 7 | 26 | 110 | 205 | 163 | — | 63 | 386 | 29 | |
Swell 3 Height (m) Direction Period (s) | WSW 16 | SW 15 | — | S 10 | S 9 | SSW 16 | ESE 12 | — | — | — | — | SSW 16 | SW 14 | ESE 10 | — | — | SSW 18 | E 10 | — |
25 | 54 | — | 8 | 6 | 144 | 333 | — | — | — | — | 26 | 103 | 150 | — | — | 32 | 46 | — | |
Wind waves Height (m) Direction Period (s) | E 8 | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | WSW 11 | SW 11 | SW 6 | — | — | SW 13 | — | — | ENE 4 |
839 | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | 563 | 338 | 89 | — | — | 2345 | — | — | 11 | |
Nearest Offshore or Glassy | |||||||||||||||||||
Distance (km) | 103 | 78 | 141 | 44 | 0 | 123 | 0 | 0 | 141 | 44 | 8 | 8 | 8 | 52 | 141 | 0 | 78 | 121 | 103 |
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The above surf forecast table for Jongensfontein provides essential information for determining whether the surfing conditions will be good over the next 16 days. A general guide to surfing at Jongensfontein can be found by selecting the local surf guide option on the grey menu. Our Jongensfontein 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 (Jongensfontein) 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 Jongensfontein 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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