
Surf Forecasts:
Noordhoek surf forecast from 22 Jul 2026:
- Best quality surf: Friday 24 Jul, 11AM (local time) - 13ft (4.0m), 16s period, SSW swell with glassy winds.
- Most powerful swell: Friday 24 Jul, 8AM (local time) - 13ft (4.0m), 16s period, SSW swell with 7,949 kJ wave energy.
- Next surfable swell (1★+): Wednesday 22 Jul, 5AM (local time) - 8ft (2.4m), 13s period with SW swell.
Best Forecast Surf Conditions for Noordhoek this week:
The surf forecast for Noordhoek over the next 16 days: The first swell (rated 1 star or higher) is forecast to arrive on Wednesday (Jul 22) at 5AM. The primary swell is predicted to be 2.4m and 13s period. The wind is predicted to be cross-offshore as the swell arrives.
The most powerful waves expected at Noordhoek in the next 16 days are 4.0m 16s and forecast to arrive on Friday (Jul 24) at 8AM. Winds are predicted to be cross-onshore at the time the swell arrives. The largest open ocean swell (not directed at the beach) is 2.5m 8s period and expected on Tuesday (Jul 28) at 8PM.
| Wave Type | Time (SAST) & Date | Wave Height & Period |
|---|---|---|
| Next good surf (1 star+) | 5AM (Wed 22nd Jul) | 8ft (2.4m) 13s |
| Best Surf | 11AM (Fri 24th Jul) | 13ft (4.0m) 16s |
| Most Powerful | 8AM (Fri 24th Jul) | 13ft (4.0m) 16s |
Table - best surf conditions forecast for Noordhoek over the next 16 days.
The Lowdown
Alright, Rusty here, let’s talk about what’s cooking at Noordhoek. This is a reef break that’s very consistent and exposed to the SW swell. The water is sitting at 64°, which is a bit colder than normal for this time of year.
The big news is the end of the week. The standout session is Friday morning, July 24th. We’re looking at a 13ft SSW groundswell with a very long period of 16 seconds, and the wind is glassy. The combined energy is a massive 7713, which is enormous. This is exceptional surf, but it’s only for experts. That size and period at a reef break means serious, powerful waves. If you’re experienced, this is the one you’ve been waiting for.
Earlier in the week, Wednesday morning, July 22nd is also a good call. The swell is 7ft from the SW, period 13 seconds, with glassy WNW wind. Combined energy is 1510. The conditions are excellent for experienced surfers, and the offshore wind will keep it clean. The water is a bit colder than normal, so don't forget a good hood.
Sunday morning, July 26th is another solid option. You’ve got a 7ft SW swell, 12-second period, and a clean cross-off wind from the N. The combined energy is 1381. The wind isn't perfect, but it's clean, and the swell is very rideable for the intermediate crowd.
Things get a bit messy after that. Monday morning, July 27th is still good with a 7ft SW swell and clean cross-off wind, but by the afternoon, the wind turns onshore, and the quality drops. From the 28th through the 30th, the wind is mostly onshore or cross-onshore, and the conditions become marginal or poor. The 30th is a write-off with strong onshore wind and rain.
We get a bit of a gap from July 31st through August 3rd. The swell drops right off, and the wind is mostly cross or cross-on with poor to very ordinary conditions. The waves are small and messy.
Then, Wednesday morning, August 5th shows promise. A 8ft SSW swell, 14-second period, and clean cross-off wind from the WNW. Combined energy is 2076. This is a distant call, but it looks like a good morning for experienced surfers.
Finally, Thursday morning, August 6th is another one to watch. A 5ft SSW swell, 13-second period, and glassy wind from the E. Combined energy is 1095. The conditions look very good, with clean, glassy surf.
So, the two real standouts are Friday morning, July 24th for the experts and Wednesday morning, July 22nd for a more accessible, yet still excellent, session. Keep your eyes on the 5th and 6th of August too, but those are a bit further out. Crowds are sometimes a thing here, so plan ahead.
Rusty.
Short Range ForecastLight rain (total 7mm), mostly falling on Thu night. Very mild (max 17°C on Wed night, min 13°C on Wed morning). Winds increasing (calm on Wed morning, strong winds from the WSW by Thu afternoon). | Days 4-6 Weather SummaryMostly dry. Warm (max 27°C on Sun afternoon, min 15°C on Sat morning). Wind will be generally light. | ||||||||||||||||||||
Wednesday 22 | Thursday 23 | Friday 24 | Saturday 25 | Sunday 26 | Monday 27 | Tuesday 28 | |||||||||||||||
AM | 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) | SW 13 | SW 12 | SSW 13 | SSW 12 | SW 12 | SW 11 | SSW 16 | SSW 15 | SW 14 | SW 14 | SW 13 | SW 12 | SW 12 | SW 12 | SW 12 | SW 12 | SW 12 | SW 13 | SW 15 | SSW 15 | SSW 15 |
Wave Graph | |||||||||||||||||||||
1510 | 1392 | 670 | 557 | 2268 | 2346 | 7713 | 5545 | 3236 | 2020 | 2036 | 1568 | 1112 | 997 | 1462 | 1229 | 1180 | 1541 | 2065 | 2852 | 2805 | |
Wind (km/h) | |||||||||||||||||||||
Wind State on-shore cross-onshore cross-shore cross-offshore off-shore glassy | glassy | cross-off | cross-off | cross-off | cross-off | cross | glassy | cross-on | cross-off | cross-off | cross-on | cross-off | cross-off | glassy | cross-off | cross-off | on | cross-on | on | cross-on | cross-on |
High Tide | 9:16AM1.26m | 10:03PM1.40m | 10:42AM1.20m | 11:25PM1.36m | 12:19PM1.22m | 00:43AM1.38m | 1:31PM1.31m | 1:41AM1.45m | 2:20PM1.42m | 2:24AM1.53m | 2:58PM1.53m | 3:01AM1.60m | 3:31PM1.64m | 3:34AM1.67m | |||||||
Low Tide | 3:03PM0.75m | 4:33AM0.83m | 4:28PM0.83m | 6:16AM0.81m | 6:17PM0.84m | 7:25AM0.73m | 7:31PM0.77m | 8:10AM0.63m | 8:19PM0.69m | 8:45AM0.52m | 8:57PM0.60m | 9:15AM0.43m | 9:31PM0.52m | ||||||||
7:16 | — | — | 7:16 | — | — | 7:16 | — | — | 7:15 | — | — | 7:15 | — | — | 7:13 | — | — | 7:13 | — | — | |
— | 5:30 | — | — | 5:30 | — | — | 5:30 | — | — | 5:31 | — | — | 5:32 | — | — | 5:32 | — | — | 5:34 | — | |
mm | — | — | — | — | — | 6 | 1 | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | 1 | — | — |
Temp °C | 15 | 16 | 17 | 16 | 17 | 16 | 16 | 16 | 15 | 16 | 17 | 17 | 22 | 27 | 25 | 18 | 19 | 19 | 20 | 20 | 19 |
Feels °C | 14 | 12 | 14 | 14 | 9 | 12 | 14 | 14 | 10 | 14 | 14 | 12 | 16 | 22 | 23 | 17 | 18 | 17 | 20 | 20 | 18 |
Swell 1 Height (m) Direction Period (s) | SW 13 | SW 12 | SSW 13 | SSW 12 | SE 12 | SW 11 | SSW 16 | SSW 15 | SW 14 | SW 14 | SW 13 | SW 12 | SW 12 | SW 12 | SW 12 | SW 12 | SW 12 | SW 13 | SW 15 | SSW 15 | SSW 15 |
1510 | 1392 | 670 | 557 | 142 | 2346 | 7713 | 5545 | 3236 | 2020 | 2036 | 1568 | 1112 | 997 | 1462 | 1229 | 1180 | 1541 | 2065 | 2852 | 2805 | |
Swell 2 Height (m) Direction Period (s) | ESE 11 | ESE 13 | SW 12 | WSW 11 | ENE 9 | SSW 19 | ESE 11 | ESE 11 | E 11 | SE 9 | SE 10 | SE 10 | E 6 | SSW 15 | ENE 8 | SSW 16 | SSW 15 | SW 18 | — | — | — |
261 | 253 | 561 | 458 | 25 | 1066 | 71 | 47 | 58 | 101 | 92 | 33 | 46 | 439 | 83 | 481 | 537 | 82 | — | — | — | |
Swell 3 Height (m) Direction Period (s) | — | SSW 15 | ESE 12 | SE 12 | — | SE 12 | — | — | — | — | — | E 10 | SSW 16 | ENE 7 | S 11 | ENE 8 | ENE 8 | — | — | — | — |
— | 126 | 184 | 142 | — | 66 | — | — | — | — | — | 2 | 269 | 62 | 9 | 94 | 72 | — | — | — | — | |
Wind waves Height (m) Direction Period (s) | — | — | WSW 5 | WSW 6 | SW 12 | — | — | — | ESE 7 | — | — | ENE 4 | N 3 | — | WSW 4 | S 5 | — | SE 8 | SE 8 | SE 8 | ESE 8 |
— | — | 40 | 100 | 2268 | — | — | — | 62 | — | — | 26 | 3 | — | 10 | 40 | — | 710 | 750 | 784 | 789 | |
Nearest Offshore or Glassy | |||||||||||||||||||||
Distance (km) | 0 | 65 | 7 | 0 | 208 | 7 | 0 | 6 | 0 | 0 | 14 | 0 | 6 | 0 | 6 | 0 | 265 | 38 | 145 | 264 | 38 |
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Information about the Noordhoek Surf forecast
The above surf forecast table for Noordhoek provides essential information for determining whether the surfing conditions will be good over the next 16 days. A general guide to surfing at Noordhoek can be found by selecting the local surf guide option on the grey menu. Our Noordhoek 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 (Noordhoek) 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 Noordhoek 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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