La Caffrine Surf Break

Lat Long: 21.15° S 55.29° E

La Caffrine Surf Forecast and Surf Report

Issued: 9 pm 06 Sep 2026 (local time)

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Today's La Caffrine sea temperature is
24.5°C
1.5° 

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 6 Sep 2026:

  • Best quality surf: Tuesday 8 Sep, 1PM (local time) - 11ft (3.5m), 15s period, S swell with cross-offshore winds.
  • Most powerful swell: Wednesday 9 Sep, 1AM (local time) - 16ft (5.0m), 19s period, SSW swell with 17,024 kJ wave energy.
  • Next surfable swell (1★+): Monday 7 Sep, 4AM (local time) - 6ft (1.9m), 15s period with SSW 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 Monday (Sep 07) at 4AM. The primary swell is predicted to be 1.9m and 15s period with a secondary swell of 0.4m and 10s. 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 5.0m 19s and forecast to arrive on Wednesday (Sep 09) at 1AM. Winds are predicted to be cross-offshore at the time the swell arrives. The largest open ocean swell (not directed at the beach) is 1.4m 9s period and expected on Saturday (Sep 12) at 4PM.

Wave TypeTime (+04) & Date Wave Height & Period
Next good surf (1 star+) 4AM (Mon 7th Sep)6ft (1.9m) 15s
Best Surf 1PM (Tue 8th Sep)11ft (3.5m) 15s
Most Powerful 1AM (Wed 9th Sep)16ft (5.0m) 19s

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


The Lowdown

Alright folks, Rusty here. Let’s get stuck into what’s in store for our local stretch of coast.

Overall, we’re looking at a solid run of swell, but it's mostly a game for the experienced crew. There’s a real window of opportunity, especially for the big-wave hunters, and the conditions are shaping up to be clean. Water temps are about average for this time of year, so you'll be comfortable in a spring suit.

The action kicks off on Monday the 7th. We’ve got a building swell from the SSW at 8ft to 8ft, but it’s a bit messy with a cross-shore wind, and the conditions are marginal. The wave energy is already ripping at a strong 2287, so don't be fooled by the average look. It’s a bit of a wait-and-see day.

Things really start to fire on Tuesday the 8th. The morning sees a 8ft SSW swell with a period of 16 seconds, which is a proper long-period groundswell. The wind is a clean cross-offshore, and the wave energy is pumping at 5303. By the afternoon, it jumps to a 12ft SSW swell (period 15 seconds) with a 9550 energy reading. The conditions are clean and the notes say the wind and tide are favorable, but the swell is too big for this break. This is strictly for the experts from here on out.

Wednesday the 9th is the standout. We’re talking a massive 13ft SSW swell with a 17-second period, and the energy is a very strong 11165 in the morning and 9148 in the afternoon. The wind is clean and cross-off. This is pure, raw power. It’s too big for most, but for the heavy-water crew, this is the one. The optimum swell direction is SSW, and that’s exactly what we’re getting.

After that peak, the swell drops back but stays fun. Thursday the 10th offers a more manageable 7ft SSW swell, still with a 15-second period, and light cross-off winds. The energy is a solid 3577, and conditions are excellent for experienced surfers. Friday the 11th morning is a special treat with glassy conditions and a 7ft ESE swell. The period is shorter at 9 seconds, but the glassy surface makes it a dream. The afternoon drops right off to 2ft, so grab the morning session.

The weekend of the 12th and 13th has a mix. Saturday the 12th afternoon is glassy again with a 5ft S swell (14 seconds), but the morning is a bit lumpy. Sunday the 13th brings back a clean 8ft SSW swell in the afternoon, with a 16-second period and moderate cross-off breeze. The energy is 3237, so there’s plenty of push.

The following week sees a gradual decline, but there are still clean windows. Tuesday the 15th is a nice pick with a 6ft to 7ft SSW swell, long periods, and light winds. The energy is in the 3600-3700 range. The real dark horse comes on Saturday the 19th. The afternoon is glassy, with a clean 7ft SSW swell and a 15-second period. The energy is 2180. This is a gem.

Looking further out, Monday the 22nd morning has a glassy 8ft S swell, with a 12-second period and a 1974 energy reading. It’s a promising one for the experienced surfer, but it’s a long way off, so don’t book the time off just yet.

So, to sum it up: the best of the best is Wednesday the 9th for the big-wave specialists. For the rest of us, keep an eye on Thursday the 10th and Saturday the 19th for the cleanest, most manageable conditions.

Rusty.

Short Range Forecast

Some drizzle, heaviest during Tue afternoon. Warm (max 23°C on Mon morning, min 20°C on Tue night). Winds increasing (light winds from the SE on Sun night, fresh winds from the SE by Tue afternoon).

Days 5-7 Weather Summary

Mostly dry. Warm (max 22°C on Thu morning, min 20°C on Wed night). Wind will be generally light.

Monday
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Tuesday
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Wednesday
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Thursday
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Friday
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Saturday
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SSW
15
2.3
SSW
15
2.5
SSW
14
2.5
SSW
14
2.5
SSW
16
3.5
SSW
15
5
SSW
19
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SSW
17
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17
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16
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15
1.9
SSE
13
2.3
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11
1.3
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1.6
S
14
1.5
S
14
1.2
SSW
20
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Metric surfscale
Energy kJ
1527
2242
2487
2383
3330
5246
17024
10246
7969
4833
1714
1255
828
660
297
803
1072
912
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Wind (km/h)
15
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SSE
15
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20
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10
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High Tide
10:03PM0.44m
11:33AM0.48m
10:54PM0.51m
12:01PM0.52m
11:34PM0.56m
12:28PM0.56m
00:09AM0.59m
12:53PM0.58m
00:42AM0.61m
1:16PM0.59m
1:12AM0.60m
1:36PM0.58m
1:40AM0.57m
Low Tide
4:45AM0.09m
5:04PM0.23m
5:24AM0.04m
5:38PM0.18m
5:58AM0.01m
6:09PM0.15m
6:29AM0.01m
6:40PM0.12m
6:58AM0.02m
7:09PM0.10m
7:24AM0.05m
7:38PM0.10m
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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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