La Caffrine Surf Break

Lat Long: 21.15° S 55.29° E

La Caffrine Surf Forecast and Surf Report

Issued: 9 am 09 Jul 2026 (local time)

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Today's La Caffrine sea temperature is
24.6° C
1.0° 

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 9 Jul 2026:

  • Best quality surf: Sunday 12 Jul, 10AM (local time) - 10ft (3.0m), 15s period, SW swell with cross-offshore winds.
  • Most powerful swell: Sunday 12 Jul, 4AM (local time) - 8ft (2.5m), 16s period, SW swell with 3,383 kJ wave energy.
  • Next surfable swell (1★+): Thursday 9 Jul, 7PM (local time) - 4.5ft (1.3m), 10s period with SSE 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 Thursday (Jul 09) at 7PM. The primary swell is predicted to be 1.3m and 10s period with a secondary swell of 0.5m and 13s. The wind is predicted to be cross-offshore as the swell arrives.

The most powerful waves expected at La Caffrine in the next 16 days are 2.5m 16s and forecast to arrive on Sunday (Jul 12) at 4AM. Winds are predicted to be cross-shore at the time the swell arrives. The largest open ocean swell (not directed at the beach) is 1.9m 9s period and expected on Wednesday (Jul 15) at 7AM.

Wave TypeTime (+04) & Date Wave Height & Period
Next good surf (1 star+) 7PM (Thu 9th Jul)4.5ft (1.3m) 10s
Best Surf10AM (Sun 12th Jul)10ft (3.0m) 15s
Most Powerful 4AM (Sun 12th Jul)8ft (2.5m) 16s

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


Alright, Rusty here, let’s talk about what’s cooking at La Caffrine over the next couple of weeks.

Right off the bat, we’ve got a nice little run of surf starting this Thursday morning, July 9th. The water’s sitting at a warm 76°, which is about a degree and a half warmer than usual for this time of year – feels nice, a bit of a tropical bath. The swell is coming in at 5ft from the SSE with a moderate 10-second period, but the real story is the glassy conditions; that 3 mph wind from the WNW is making it look like a mirror. Clean, smooth, and the energy is moderate (502). It’s a solid morning for a paddle.

The real standout, though, is going to be Saturday, July 11th. The swell picks up to 6ft in the morning, jumping to 7ft by the afternoon, both from the SW. The period stretches out to a solid 15 seconds, giving those waves some real push and shape. The energy is getting strong (1497 in the morning, 1774 in the afternoon). And the wind is glassy – 3 mph from the NW in the morning, then 3 mph from the W in the afternoon, still glassy. This is where the experienced surfers are going to have a field day. The water is warm, the waves have power, and it’s clean. This is the best on offer.

Sunday morning, July 12th, the swell jumps to 10ft, which is too big for most, and the wind is a cross-off from the SE at 12 mph. The energy is massive (3322), but that’s expert territory, and honestly, the size is going to make it a bit of a war zone. The afternoon is still big at 8ft but with a fresh 19 mph breeze, it’s a bit messy.

There’s a gap of smaller, cleaner surf from Monday, July 13th, through to the following Sunday, July 19th. The waves hang around 6ft to 7ft with good 14-15 second periods, and the wind is mostly glassy or light. It’s consistent, good quality, but not the absolute peak of the run.

Then, Sunday, July 19th, we get another big pulse. The morning brings 6ft from the SSW with a very long 19-second period, and the energy is jumping to 2472. The wind is glassy from the WSW. Then the afternoon shows 7ft with a 17-second period, calm winds, and 2753 energy. This is a true groundswell, and at La Caffrine, it’s going to be a treat for the guys who know how to handle that long-period juice. It’s bigger, so it’s for the experienced crew, but it’s looking like a ripper.

The final standout is on Thursday, July 23rd, and Friday, July 24th. The swell is 5ft to 7ft from the SSW, but the period is insane – 21 seconds on Thursday morning, 19 seconds on Thursday afternoon, and 16 seconds on Friday. The energy is through the roof (2969, 4497, and 4306). The wind is glassy or light cross-off, so it’s clean. This is a very long-period groundswell, so think long lines, deep power, and a bit of a wait between sets. It’s a dream for the point, but it’s big and powerful, so definitely for the advanced crowd.

A note on the bigger days: when the swell is over 8ft, like Sunday the 12th, it’s really only for the experts. If you’re a beginner, stick to the mornings around the 3ft to 5ft range, like Friday, July 10th, or Wednesday, July 15th, when the wind is calm and the water is flat.

Crowds can show up here sometimes, especially on the good days, so get in early if you want a clean lineup.

Rusty out.

Short Range Forecast

Some drizzle, heaviest during Sat night. Warm (max 24°C on Sat morning, min 21°C on Thu night). Wind will be generally light.

Days 4-6 Weather Summary

Moderate rain (total 17mm), heaviest on Sun night. Warm (max 23°C on Sun morning, min 21°C on Sun night). Wind will be generally light.

Thursday
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Saturday
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Monday
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Tuesday
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Wednesday
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10
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15
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15
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14
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12
1.3
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0.9
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Metric surfscale
Energy kJ
378
212
188
465
466
683
1434
1714
1429
3281
2883
2233
2155
1824
1422
1222
1018
865
575
519
230
Wind (km/h)
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WNW
5
WSW
0
SE
0
SSW
0
W
0
SSW
5
NW
5
W
10
SSW
20
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25
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ESE
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5
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WSW
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Wind State
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High Tide
8:31PM0.47m
9:59AM0.40m
9:46PM0.49m
11:13AM0.44m
10:47PM0.52m
12:08PM0.48m
11:39PM0.55m
12:56PM0.51m
00:26AM0.58m
1:39PM0.53m
1:08AM0.60m
2:19PM0.53m
1:48AM0.59m
Low Tide
2:01PM0.24m
3:36AM0.17m
3:35PM0.24m
4:40AM0.10m
4:45PM0.22m
5:33AM0.04m
5:40PM0.19m
6:20AM-0.01m
6:28PM0.18m
7:05AM-0.03m
7:10PM0.17m
7:46AM-0.03m
7:51PM0.17m
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Temp °C
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Feels °C
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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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