
Surf Forecasts:
Keurbooms surf forecast from 7 Sep 2026:
- Best quality surf: Saturday 12 Sep, 11PM (local time) - 7ft (2.2m), 16s period, SW swell with glassy winds.
- Most powerful swell: Sunday 13 Sep, 2AM (local time) - 7.5ft (2.3m), 16s period, SW swell with 2,545 kJ wave energy.
- Next surfable swell (1★+): Monday 7 Sep, 8PM (local time) - 6ft (1.8m), 13s period with SW 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 Monday (Sep 07) at 8PM. The primary swell is predicted to be 1.8m and 13s period with a secondary swell of 1.7m and 8s. Another secondary swell of 2.2m and 8s is also forecast. 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 2.3m 16s and forecast to arrive on Sunday (Sep 13) at 2AM. Winds are predicted to be glassy at the time the swell arrives. The largest open ocean swell (not directed at the beach) is 0.9m 4s period and expected on Wednesday (Sep 09) at 11PM.
| Wave Type | Time (SAST) & Date | Wave Height & Period |
|---|---|---|
| Next good surf (1 star+) | 8PM (Mon 7th Sep) | 6ft (1.8m) 13s |
| Best Surf | 11PM (Sat 12th Sep) | 7ft (2.2m) 16s |
| Most Powerful | 2AM (Sun 13th Sep) | 7.5ft (2.3m) 16s |
Table - best surf conditions forecast for Keurbooms over the next 16 days.
The Lowdown
Alright folks, Rusty here. Let’s break down what’s coming for our stretch over the next couple of weeks. It’s a bit of a mixed bag, with some real promise and a few periods where you might want to leave the board at home.
We’ve got Keurbooms to look at. The water is sitting at a chilly 57°, which is a massive 7° colder than normal for this time of year. That’s seriously unusual, so don’t even think about ditching the thickest rubber you’ve got.
The week kicks off with a lot of "meh". Monday the 7th is a write-off with a cross-on breeze messing up a 7ft SSW swell. Tuesday the 8th and Wednesday the 9th are small and junky, with onshore winds. Nothing to get excited about. Thursday the 10th morning is cross-on, but the afternoon sees a 7ft SW swell with a solid 15-second period, though the wind is a light cross-shore, creating some ripples. The wave energy is strong (2134). It’s rideable, but not the standout.
Then we get to the first real hint of gold. Saturday afternoon the 12th. This is it. We’ve got a 6ft SW swell with a 15-second period, and the wind goes cross-off, cleaning it right up. The energy is pumping at 2806. This is excellent surf for experienced surfers. The break is exposed to the SE, and while the swell direction is SW, the offshore wind will make it peaky and lined up. It’s fairly consistent here, so expect a wave. It can get crowded sometimes, just a heads up.
Sunday the 13th gets messy again with rain and onshore winds, so forget it. Monday the 14th brings a decent morning session. A clean 7ft SE swell (9-second period) with a light NW offshore breeze. The energy is moderate (1152), but it’ll be clean. The afternoon goes glassy with a smaller 4ft SW swell – perfect for a longboard if you’re looking for a cruisy session. Tuesday the 15th morning is glassy but small at 4ft.
Now, look out for the middle of the second week. Wednesday the 16th and Thursday the 17th see a massive pulse of energy. Swell heights jump to 12ft to 13ft with periods up to 18 seconds. The combined energy is monstrous (7067 and 9459). But here’s the thing: the guidance says it’s too big for this break. That kind of power on an exposed beach setup like this is going to be a washing machine. This is not for paddle surfing. Unless you’re on a jet ski or a kite, stay on the sand. Even Friday the 18th is still huge and ugly.
We get a bit of a reprieve on Sunday the 20th and Monday the 21st. Swell drops back to a manageable 6ft to 6ft from the SW. The wind on Monday afternoon the 21st goes glassy, with a 6ft SW swell and a 15-second period. The energy is solid (1659). That is a fantastic window for a clean session, and the water might have warmed up a touch by then.
Tuesday the 22nd finishes the run on a dud note: a massive 13ft cross-onshore mess again. Not worth it.
So to wrap it up: your clear standout is Saturday afternoon the 12th – the best mix of size, clean conditions and power. The second real highlight to mark on your calendar is Monday afternoon the 21st – a glassy, long-period groundswell that will be a dream under the setting sun. The middle of the second week is for experts only, and even then, it looks more like a kite session than a paddle session.
Rusty.
Short Range ForecastMostly dry. Warm (max 33°C on Wed morning, min 16°C on Wed night). Wind will be generally light. | Days 5-7 Weather SummaryModerate rain (total 19mm), heaviest on Fri afternoon. Very mild (max 19°C on Sun morning, min 16°C on Thu night). Wind will be generally light. | |||||||||||||||||||
Mon 7 | Tuesday 8 | Wednesday 9 | Thursday 10 | Friday 11 | Saturday 12 | Sunday 13 | ||||||||||||||
PM | 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) | SSW 14 | SW 13 | E 9 | SW 12 | E 9 | SW 14 | SW 13 | SW 13 | SSW 16 | SW 15 | SW 14 | SW 13 | SW 12 | SW 12 | SW 15 | SW 15 | SW 16 | SW 15 | SW 14 | SW 13 |
Wave Graph | ||||||||||||||||||||
1469 | 495 | 325 | 355 | 174 | 200 | 295 | 277 | 552 | 2039 | 1429 | 1395 | 1305 | 614 | 496 | 1542 | 2545 | 2061 | 1581 | 991 | |
Wind (km/h) | ||||||||||||||||||||
Wind State on-shore cross-onshore cross-shore cross-offshore off-shore glassy | cross-on | off | on | on | off | off | cross | cross-off | cross-on | cross | glassy | cross | cross-on | glassy | cross | cross-off | glassy | on | cross-on | cross |
High Tide | 1:41AM1.46m | 2:08PM1.58m | 2:23AM1.59m | 2:45PM1.74m | 3:00AM1.69m | 3:19PM1.86m | 3:34AM1.74m | 3:51PM1.91m | 4:06AM1.75m | 4:22PM1.90m | 4:36AM1.72m | 4:51PM1.84m | ||||||||
Low Tide | 7:36PM0.41m | 7:56AM0.27m | 8:22PM0.24m | 8:34AM0.13m | 9:00PM0.11m | 9:08AM0.03m | 9:34PM0.02m | 9:40AM-0.02m | 10:05PM-0.01m | 10:09AM-0.02m | 10:35PM0.01m | 10:38AM0.03m | 11:03PM0.08m | |||||||
— | — | 6:35 | — | — | 6:33 | — | — | 6:33 | — | — | 6:31 | — | — | 6:30 | — | — | 6:28 | — | — | |
6:10 | — | — | 6:12 | — | — | 6:13 | — | — | 6:14 | — | — | 6:14 | — | — | 6:15 | — | — | 6:15 | — | |
mm | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | 1 | 3 | 6 | 2 | 3 | — | 1 | 3 | 3 | 7 |
Temp °C | 24 | 23 | 27 | 27 | 24 | 33 | 33 | 19 | 19 | 18 | 17 | 17 | 18 | 17 | 18 | 18 | 18 | 19 | 19 | 21 |
Feels °C | 24 | 22 | 26 | 26 | 23 | 31 | 32 | 19 | 19 | 18 | 18 | 18 | 19 | 18 | 19 | 18 | 19 | 20 | 20 | 23 |
Swell 1 Height (m) Direction Period (s) | SSW 14 | E 8 | E 9 | E 9 | E 9 | E 10 | SW 13 | SW 13 | SW 12 | SW 15 | SW 14 | SW 13 | SW 12 | SW 12 | SW 11 | SW 15 | SE 9 | SW 15 | ESE 9 | ESE 9 |
1469 | 472 | 325 | 241 | 171 | 90 | 295 | 277 | 486 | 2039 | 1429 | 1395 | 1305 | 614 | 437 | 1542 | 1017 | 2061 | 903 | 723 | |
Swell 2 Height (m) Direction Period (s) | SSE 12 | SW 13 | SSW 12 | SW 12 | SW 11 | SW 11 | E 9 | E 9 | SSW 16 | E 10 | E 11 | E 11 | S 7 | SE 7 | SE 7 | S 8 | SW 16 | — | SW 14 | SW 13 |
50 | 495 | 207 | 355 | 174 | 116 | 110 | 85 | 552 | 73 | 56 | 37 | 131 | 168 | 114 | 432 | 2545 | — | 1581 | 991 | |
Swell 3 Height (m) Direction Period (s) | — | SSW 12 | SW 12 | SSE 10 | SSE 9 | SW 14 | SSE 10 | SE 9 | E 10 | SSE 9 | — | E 11 | ENE 10 | E 10 | SW 15 | E 7 | — | — | — | — |
— | 236 | 227 | 77 | 32 | 200 | 31 | 22 | 78 | 8 | — | 21 | 31 | 18 | 496 | 43 | — | — | — | — | |
Wind waves Height (m) Direction Period (s) | ESE 8 | — | — | — | E 4 | — | — | W 4 | WSW 4 | SW 4 | — | — | E 11 | E 4 | — | SSE 8 | — | SE 9 | — | — |
316 | — | — | — | 16 | — | — | 28 | 13 | 14 | — | — | 37 | 11 | — | 789 | — | 823 | — | — | |
Nearest Offshore or Glassy | ||||||||||||||||||||
Distance (km) | 41 | 0 | 58 | 41 | 0 | 0 | 8 | 0 | 8 | 8 | 0 | 10 | 10 | 0 | 8 | 0 | 0 | 41 | 41 | 33 |
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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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