Keurbooms Surf Break

Lat Long: 34.02° S 23.41° E

Keurbooms Surf Forecast and Surf Report

Issued: 1 pm 14 Sep 2026 (local time)

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Today's Keurbooms sea temperature is
14.0°C
3.6° 

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


Keurbooms surf forecast from 14 Sep 2026:

  • Best quality surf: Wednesday 16 Sep, 5AM (local time) - 10ft (3.0m), 14s period, SW swell with cross-offshore winds.
  • Most powerful swell: Wednesday 16 Sep, 8AM (local time) - 10ft (3.0m), 14s period, SW swell with 3,810 kJ wave energy.
  • Next surfable swell (1★+): Tuesday 15 Sep, 2AM (local time) - 6ft (1.8m), 10s period with E swell.

Best Forecast Surf Conditions for Keurbooms this week:

The surf forecast for Keurbooms over the next 16 days: The first swell (rated 1 star or higher) is forecast to arrive on Tuesday (Sep 15) at 2AM. The primary swell is predicted to be 1.8m and 10s period with a secondary swell of 0.9m and 12s. The wind is predicted to be cross-offshore as the swell arrives.

The most powerful waves expected at Keurbooms in the next 16 days are 3.0m 14s and forecast to arrive on Wednesday (Sep 16) 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 2.5m 11s period and expected on Wednesday (Sep 16) at 2AM.

Wave TypeTime (SAST) & Date Wave Height & Period
Next good surf (1 star+) 2AM (Tue 15th Sep)6ft (1.8m) 10s
Best Surf 5AM (Wed 16th Sep)10ft (3.0m) 14s
Most Powerful 8AM (Wed 16th Sep)10ft (3.0m) 14s

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


The Lowdown

Alright folks, Rusty here. Let’s have a proper look at what’s on offer at Keurbooms. Straight up, the water is way colder than it should be for this time of year – we’re talking about 57°, a full 7° colder than normal. That’s a proper shock to the system, so dig out the thickest steamer you’ve got.

The week kicks off with some real promise. Monday afternoon (14th September) is the standout early call. We’ve got a clean 7ft swell from the ESE running at 10 seconds. The wind is a light offshore from the WNW at 6 mph, keeping the surface glassy. The wave energy is strong (1348), and this is going to set up some excellent, powerful waves for experienced surfers. Get on it.

Tuesday morning (15th) still looks good, with a glassy 5ft easterly swell at 11 seconds. The combined energy has dropped a notch (889), but with clean conditions and a solid period, there are plenty of fun waves to be had. The afternoon turns a bit average as the wind goes cross-on.

Wednesday morning (16th) sees a big change. A 10ft SW groundswell rolls in with a 14-second period. That’s a lot of water and the energy is huge (3175). For the experienced crew, the wind is favourable, but honestly, at this size, Keurbooms is probably too big for most. This one is strictly for the experts only.

The rest of the week into the weekend is a write-off. From Thursday (17th) through to Sunday (20th), the wind is onshore and lumpy, and the swell is either too big or just messy. We’ve got some big numbers on the energy scale (over 2200 on Thursday), but with the wind ruining it, you’re better off staying home. Saturday (19th) is a no-go: 19 mph cross-onshore wind and a lumpy 13ft swell – that’s kite-surfing territory, not paddle surfing.

After that dry spell, things look up again on Monday 21st. The morning brings a clean 5ft SW swell (13-second period) with a light cross-offshore breeze. The energy is still solid (1205), and it’s a proper clean session for experienced surfers. The afternoon goes totally glassy with a tiny 5ft SSE swell and no wind – calm and clean for a fun, cruisy session.

The second week gets patchy. Tuesday 22nd has some size but the wind is onshore and choppy. Wednesday 23rd is worth a look with a cross-shore wind and a 6ft SSW swell (12-second period). It’s not perfect, but it’s ridable. Thursday 24th is another windy mess, and Friday 25th offers a small but clean afternoon with a cross-offshore breeze and a 5ft east swell.

Saturday 26th and Sunday 27th are flat and blown out – not worth the drive. The final days (28th and 29th) have a few small windows of opportunity. Monday 28th afternoon is marginal, but Tuesday 29th finishes the run nicely. The morning has a 4ft SW groundswell with a 14-second period and a light onshore breeze, but the real highlight is Tuesday afternoon – totally glassy, 4ft SW swell, and the wave energy is moderate (813). It’s a calm, clean end to the outlook.

So, to sum it up: your best bets are Monday 14th afternoon and Monday 21st for the experienced surfer. The second week is quieter and less certain, but Tuesday 29th afternoon could deliver a sneaky good session if you time it right.

Rusty.

Short Range Forecast

Heavy rain (total 24mm), heaviest during Wed morning. Warm (max 22°C on Mon afternoon, min 12°C on Thu morning). Wind will be generally light.

Days 5-7 Weather Summary

Heavy rain (total 36mm), heaviest during Sun morning. Very mild (max 18°C on Sun morning, min 12°C on Thu afternoon). Winds increasing (calm on Thu night, fresh winds from the ESE by Sat morning).

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Energy kJ
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High Tide
5:18PM1.73m
5:32AM1.54m
5:45PM1.59m
5:59AM1.42m
6:11PM1.44m
6:26AM1.28m
6:38PM1.28m
6:57AM1.14m
7:13PM1.13m
8:00AM0.99m
9:20PM1.00m
12:12PM1.01m
00:26AM1.08m
Low Tide
11:29PM0.18m
11:31AM0.23m
11:55PM0.30m
11:57AM0.37m
00:22AM0.44m
12:24PM0.51m
00:53AM0.58m
12:57PM0.67m
1:44AM0.72m
2:09PM0.81m
5:02AM0.78m
6:22PM0.79m
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Information about the Keurbooms Surf forecast

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