Jongensfontein Surf Break

Lat Long: 34.43° S 21.33° E

Jongensfontein Surf Forecast and Surf Report

Issued: 7 am 19 Jul 2026 (local time)

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Today's Jongensfontein sea temperature is
16.7° C
0.5° 

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


Jongensfontein surf forecast from 19 Jul 2026:

  • Best quality surf: Thursday 23 Jul, 11PM (local time) - 11ft (3.5m), 18s period, SSW swell with cross-shore winds.
  • Most powerful swell: Friday 24 Jul, 2AM (local time) - 13ft (4.0m), 16s period, SSW swell with 7,740 kJ wave energy.
  • Next surfable swell (1★+): Monday 20 Jul, 2AM (local time) - 8ft (2.5m), 11s period with WSW 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 Monday (Jul 20) at 2AM. The primary swell is predicted to be 2.5m and 11s period with a secondary swell of 2.0m and 11s. Another secondary swell of 0.9m and 10s is also forecast. The wind is predicted to be offshore as the swell arrives.

The most powerful waves expected at Jongensfontein in the next 16 days are 4.0m 16s and forecast to arrive on Friday (Jul 24) at 2AM. Winds are predicted to be cross-shore at the time the swell arrives. The largest open ocean swell (not directed at the beach) is 1.0m 6s period and expected on Wednesday (Jul 22) at 11PM.

Wave TypeTime (SAST) & Date Wave Height & Period
Next good surf (1 star+) 2AM (Mon 20th Jul)8ft (2.5m) 11s
Best Surf11PM (Thu 23rd Jul)11ft (3.5m) 18s
Most Powerful 2AM (Fri 24th Jul)13ft (4.0m) 16s

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


The Lowdown

Right, let’s have a look at what’s on offer. There’s a bit of a mixed bag, but there’s some solid potential for the crew who are willing to sit through the wind.

The first proper surf we see is on Sunday morning, 19 July at Jongensfontein. It’s a consistent reef set-up, exposed to the swell. The water is sitting at 62°, which is pretty much normal for this time of year. We’ve got a 5ft SW swell rolling in with a period of 8 seconds, so it’s a bit short-period, but the wind is a clean NW offshore at 12 mph. The combined energy is moderate (540). It’s not huge, but it’ll be clean and fun. Crowds are possible here, so keep an eye out.

Monday morning, 20 July picks up a little. The swell bumps to 5ft from the SW, but the period jumps to 11 seconds – that’s a proper groundswell kicking in. The wind is WNW at 9 mph, cross-offshore, keeping things clean. Energy is moderate (829). This is a good option for a morning session.

Tuesday morning, 21 July sees the swell getting bigger – 7ft from the SSW with a very long period of 14 seconds. That’s a lot of energy (2192). The problem? The wind is a light cross-on from the E at 3 mph, so it’s not perfect. With that long period, the waves will be moving fast and holding shape, but the cross-on breeze will put a few ripples on the face. The size is getting big for beginners.

Wednesday morning, 22 July is a bit of a reset. Swell drops to 6ft from the SW, 12-second period, with a clean cross-offshore wind from the W at 16 mph. Energy is moderate (1085). This is a much cleaner option than the day before.

Now, the real standout is coming up on Friday morning, 24 July. The swell is 10ft from the SSW with a very long 15-second period. The combined energy is strong (4344). The wind is a gentle cross-on from the ENE at 9 mph, but the data says the swell is predicted to be too big for this break. This is for experts only – the size is over 8ft, so it’s not a beginner’s playground. The long period will make it powerful, and the reef will handle it well, but that cross-on wind will keep it from being perfect.

Saturday morning, 25 July has a 8ft SW swell with a 13-second period, but the wind is onshore from the SSE at 6 mph. The energy is high (2231), but the onshore flow will ruin the shape.

The surf stays on the bigger side through the start of the next week. Tuesday morning, 28 July shows a 12ft swell from the SE with a short 9-second period. The wind is a moderate cross-shore from the NE at 12 mph. Again, the data says it’s too big for this break, so only the most experienced should be looking.

Wednesday morning, 29 July is even bigger – 13ft from the ESE with a 10-second period. The combined energy is very strong (7507). Too big for this spot, and the wind is light cross-on. Not a paddle session.

Monday morning, 3 August is the final highlight. The swell is 8ft from the ESE with an 8-second period. The wind is a clean cross-offshore from the WSW at 9 mph. Energy is moderate (1702). The data says this is excellent for experienced surfers. It’s a solid pick for the crew who want a clean, powerful wave.

Overall, the best bet for clean, manageable size is Monday morning, 20 July. For the big-wave hunters, Friday morning, 24 July is the one to circle, but it’s a beast. The long-range call on Monday morning, 3 August looks promising with clean wind and decent size.

Rusty.

Short Range Forecast

Some drizzle, heaviest during Sun afternoon. Very mild (max 16°C on Sun morning, min 13°C on Sun night). Winds decreasing (strong winds from the WSW on Sun afternoon, calm by Tue morning).

Days 4-6 Weather Summary

Light rain (total 2mm), mostly falling on Thu morning. Very mild (max 16°C on Fri afternoon, min 12°C on Wed morning). Winds decreasing (fresh winds from the SW on Wed afternoon, calm by Fri night).

Sunday
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Monday
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Tuesday
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Wednesday
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Thursday
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Friday
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Saturday
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Swell
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Wave
Height (m)
Direction
Period (s)
1.4
SW
8
2.4
SW
7
2.5
WSW
11
1.6
SW
11
1
ESE
11
0.9
SSW
16
2.2
SSW
14
2.5
SW
14
2.2
SW
13
1.8
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12
1.8
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12
1.1
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13
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11
2.5
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15
2.5
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14
2.5
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14
2.5
SW
13
2.3
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13
1.6
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12
Wave Graph
Metric surfscale
Energy kJ
273
589
1344
533
270
402
1933
2344
1583
976
910
418
1376
1421
7740
4313
2948
2438
2209
1756
683
Wind (km/h)
20
NW
40
WSW
15
WNW
15
WNW
10
SSW
10
WSW
5
E
20
ESE
10
ENE
25
W
35
SW
25
NW
15
SW
5
SW
10
ENE
15
ENE
20
ESE
5
E
10
SSE
15
SE
15
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Wind State
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High Tide
7:08PM1.83m
7:22AM1.52m
7:49PM1.67m
8:08AM1.38m
8:37PM1.51m
9:14AM1.25m
9:49PM1.39m
11:01AM1.21m
11:30PM1.35m
12:40PM1.27m
00:50AM1.42m
1:38PM1.40m
1:43AM1.53m
Low Tide
12:47PM0.35m
1:27AM0.49m
1:22PM0.51m
2:11AM0.63m
2:02PM0.67m
3:07AM0.74m
3:00PM0.81m
4:36AM0.81m
4:45PM0.89m
6:26AM0.77m
6:41PM0.85m
7:32AM0.67m
7:43PM0.73m
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7:35
7:33
7:33
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5:44
5:45
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Temp °C
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Feels °C
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Information about the Jongensfontein Surf forecast

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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