La Caffrine Surf Break

Lat Long: 21.15° S 55.29° E

La Caffrine Surf Forecast and Surf Report

Issued: 9 am 19 Jul 2026 (local time)

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Today's La Caffrine sea temperature is
24.5° C
1.1° 

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


La Caffrine surf forecast from 19 Jul 2026:

  • Best quality surf: Monday 20 Jul, 1AM (local time) - 4ft (1.2m), 17s period, SSW swell with glassy winds.
  • Most powerful swell: Monday 20 Jul, 10AM (local time) - 8ft (2.5m), 14s period, SSW swell with 2,474 kJ wave energy.
  • Next surfable swell (1★+): Sunday 19 Jul, 10PM (local time) - 3.5ft (1.1m), 14s period with SW swell.

Best Forecast Surf Conditions for La Caffrine this week:

The surf forecast for La Caffrine over the next 16 days: The first swell (rated 1 star or higher) is forecast to arrive on Sunday (Jul 19) at 10PM. The primary swell is predicted to be 1.1m and 14s 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 La Caffrine in the next 16 days are 2.5m 14s and forecast to arrive on Monday (Jul 20) at 10AM. Winds are predicted to be glassy at the time the swell arrives. The largest open ocean swell (not directed at the beach) is 1.3m 5s period and expected on Thursday (Jul 23) at 1PM.

Wave TypeTime (+04) & Date Wave Height & Period
Next good surf (1 star+)10PM (Sun 19th Jul)3.5ft (1.1m) 14s
Best Surf 1AM (Mon 20th Jul)4ft (1.2m) 17s
Most Powerful10AM (Mon 20th Jul)8ft (2.5m) 14s

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


The Lowdown

Alright folks, Rusty here. Let’s get stuck into a solid run of surf for La Caffrine. This spot is a consistent little performer, and the window ahead has got some real highlights.

The water is 76°F, which is a touch warmer than normal for this time of year, so it’s a bit of a treat.

We start with a bit of a dud today, Sunday the 19th. Small, weak swell around 3ft from the SW, but with a cross wind and marginal conditions, it’s not worth suiting up. The energy is weak (523) – just a messy, gutless affair.

Monday the 20th is where it properly kicks off. Overnight, the swell jumps to 8ft from the SSW, and the wind goes dead calm – glassy. The energy is strong (2514). This is a big, powerful groundswell with a period of 14 seconds, meaning better shaped waves and more push. For a break like this, that’s a serious standout. It’s pushing into the expert range though, so if you’re not confident, sit this one out and watch the show.

Tuesday the 21st keeps the quality high. The swell drops a touch to 7ft from the SSW, but the wind is still glassy in the morning. Clean, powerful waves with moderate energy (1293). Another top morning.

Wednesday the 22nd is a beauty early. The swell swings a little more south, holding at 6ft. Glassy conditions, period at 13 seconds. The energy is strong (1452). The onshore breeze arrives in the afternoon, so get your session in before lunch.

Thursday the 23rd is a step down. Swell drops to 4ft, and the wind turns cross-offshore, keeping it clean but the wave size is small. Energy is moderate (818). Still a fun option for a smaller board.

Friday the 24th morning is a gem. The swell is 4ft from the SSW, but the period is a long 15 seconds. The wind is light cross-off, making for clean, lined-up waves. Energy is moderate (1269). This is a classic groundswell pulse that will reel nicely.

The weekend of the 26th and 27th gets messy. Saturday the 26th has some onshore wind and a poor outlook, and Sunday the 27th – just look away. The swell builds to 10ft, but it’s listed as too big for this break. Energy is massive (4634), but it’s a kite-surfing day, not a paddle day.

Now, for the real standout in the second week. Monday the 28th of July morning is huge again – 10ft, glassy, but again too big for this break. The afternoon settles to 8ft with glassy conditions and excellent energy (4023). This is the one for experienced surfers.

Tuesday the 29th and Wednesday the 30th hold solid 8ft to 8ft SSW swell, with clean morning conditions. Energy is well into the strong range (3095, 2479). These are powerful, punchy days.

The final standout is Friday the 31st of July. Morning session: 8ft from the SSW, period 16 seconds, clean cross-off wind. The energy is very strong (3687). This is a long-period groundswell that will be a freight train – perfect for a reef or point setup, but at a beach break, it might be a bit too straight.

The run continues into the first few days of August with solid, clean 6ft to 6ft SSW swell, fading out by Monday the 3rd to a smaller 5ft, and then a final glassy 3ft on the afternoon of the 3rd with a very long 18-second period.

Overall, the best of the best is Monday the 28th of July afternoon and Friday the 31st of July morning. Both offer big, powerful, clean SSW groundswell for experienced surfers. Get it while it’s good.

Rusty.

Short Range Forecast

Mostly dry. Warm (max 23°C on Sun morning, min 21°C on Sun night). Wind will be generally light.

Days 4-6 Weather Summary

Some drizzle, heaviest during Wed night. Warm (max 23°C on Wed morning, min 20°C on Wed night). Wind will be generally light.

Sunday
19
Monday
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Tuesday
21
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)
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SW
16
1.1
SW
15
1.2
SSW
17
2.5
SSW
14
2.5
SSW
13
2.3
SSW
13
2
SSW
12
2
SSW
12
1.9
S
13
1.9
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13
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13
1.5
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12
1.3
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12
1.5
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12
1.4
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11
1.2
SSW
15
1.2
SW
14
1.3
SSW
14
1.1
SW
13
1.4
SSW
13
1.3
SSW
13
Wave Graph
Metric surfscale
Energy kJ
462
479
867
2474
2385
1648
1177
1159
1152
1200
1318
678
480
615
483
576
614
626
437
669
572
Wind (km/h)
5
SSE
10
SSW
0
NE
0
WNW
5
SSE
5
ESE
5
WNW
5
N
5
SSE
5
S
15
SSE
10
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15
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20
SE
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5
ESE
20
SSE
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ENE
10
SSW
5
SSE
10
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Wind State
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cross-on
glassy
glassy
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High Tide
4:32PM0.46m
4:07AM0.43m
4:58PM0.43m
4:44AM0.37m
5:29PM0.41m
6:03AM0.32m
6:28PM0.39m
11:41AM0.34m
8:59PM0.38m
11:55AM0.36m
10:16PM0.40m
12:10PM0.39m
10:58PM0.43m
Low Tide
10:08AM0.16m
10:29PM0.25m
10:35AM0.21m
11:24PM0.27m
10:58AM0.26m
1:04AM0.28m
11:13AM0.30m
3:27AM0.25m
2:37PM0.32m
4:35AM0.20m
4:18PM0.30m
5:12AM0.16m
5:04PM0.27m
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5:54
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Temp °C
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Feels °C
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18
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Information about the La Caffrine Surf forecast

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