Keurbooms Surf Forecast and Surf Report

Alright folks, Rusty here. Let's have a look at what the next couple of weeks are serving up for us.

The forecast kicks off with a bit of a slow start, but there’s some real promise brewing if you're patient. We’ve got a bit of a wait for the really good stuff, so don't get too excited just yet.

Friday the 11th is a write-off for a proper surf. We've got a 6ft SW groundswell with a 13-second period, but the onshore SE wind is just junking it up. The wave energy is solid, sitting at (1176), but it’s messy. Not worth paddling out.

Saturday the 12th morning is where things start looking up. The swell drops to 3ft from the SW, but the period stretches out to a very long 15 seconds. The wind goes glassy, so you'll find clean little lines at Keurbooms. It’s a fun-sized morning for an intermediate, with moderate wave energy (593). A nice little warm-up session.

Now, Sunday the 13th is a no-go. That swell jumps to 13ft from the ESE with a short, junky 9-second period. The energy is massive (4114), but it's way too big and onshore with a cross-on wind. This setup looks more interesting for the kite crew than for paddle surfing. Leave the board on the roof.

Monday the 14th is the first standout. The morning session has a solid 8ft swell from the ESE at 10 seconds, but the wind swings to a light offshore from the N, cleaning it right up. Wave energy is a solid (1629). This is excellent for experienced surfers only – that size is too much for beginners. The afternoon stays clean but the swell drops a touch.

Tuesday the 15th morning is another glassy gem. The swell is 5ft from the E with an 11-second period, and the wind is dead calm. Clean, lined-up waves with moderate energy (879). Perfect for intermediates looking to score some fun ones.

Wednesday the 16th morning is another big one – 10ft from the SW with a 15-second period and a light offshore W wind. Energy is pumping (4199), but again, this is expert-only territory. The waves will have serious power.

We hit a bit of a flat spot after that. Thursday the 17th and Friday the 18th are all marginal with onshore winds, and the swell drops back. There’s surf, but it’s not worth getting excited about.

Then, mark your calendars for Saturday the 19th. The afternoon looks like the best session of the whole run. The swell is a solid 6-7ft from the SW, with a very long 15-second period, and the wind goes dead calm – glassy as it gets. Wave energy is (2016). This is excellent for experienced surfers. The sets will be clean, powerful, and lined up. If you can get out there, this is the one.

Sunday the 20th holds good size, 8ft from the SW, but the wind is cross-shore. Still rideable for the experienced crew, but not as pristine as Saturday.

The week starting Monday the 21st has a few more clean windows. Monday afternoon sees a glassy 8ft SSW swell (12 seconds), excellent for experienced surfers. Wednesday the 23rd afternoon has a small but clean 2-3ft SW groundswell (13 seconds) for a longboard or a fun foiler.

And finally, Saturday the 26th morning brings another glassy winner to close things out. A clean 4-5ft from the SSW at 12 seconds, with zero wind. Perfect for a fun, relaxed session.

Overall, keep your eyes on Monday the 14th morning and Saturday the 19th afternoon. Those are your best bets. The rest of the time, pick your moments.

Rusty.

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