Noordhoek Surf Break

Lat Long: 34.04° S 25.65° E

Noordhoek Surf Forecast and Surf Report

Issued: 1 am 27 Aug 2026 (local time)

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Today's Noordhoek sea temperature is
16.8°C
2.2° 

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


Noordhoek surf forecast from 27 Aug 2026:

  • Best quality surf: Wednesday 2 Sep, 8AM (local time) - 15ft (4.5m), 14s period, SW swell with offshore winds.
  • Most powerful swell: Wednesday 2 Sep, 8AM (local time) - 15ft (4.5m), 14s period, SW swell with 7,188 kJ wave energy.
  • Next surfable swell (1★+): Friday 28 Aug, 5AM (local time) - 5ft (1.5m), 12s period with S 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 Friday (Aug 28) at 5AM. The primary swell is predicted to be 1.5m and 12s period. The wind is predicted to be glassy as the swell arrives.

The most powerful waves expected at Noordhoek in the next 16 days are 4.5m 14s and forecast to arrive on Wednesday (Sep 02) at 8AM. Winds are predicted to be offshore at the time the swell arrives. The largest open ocean swell (not directed at the beach) is 2.5m 8s period and expected on Thursday (Aug 27) at 11AM.

Wave TypeTime (SAST) & Date Wave Height & Period
Next good surf (1 star+) 5AM (Fri 28th Aug)5ft (1.5m) 12s
Best Surf 8AM (Wed 2nd Sep)15ft (4.5m) 14s
Most Powerful 8AM (Wed 2nd Sep)15ft (4.5m) 14s

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


The Lowdown

Alright, folks. Rusty here, checking in.

We’ve got a mixed bag coming up over the next couple of weeks at Noordhoek. This is a solid reef break that’s very consistent, and it likes a good SW swell. The water’s sitting at 62°, which is a good 4° colder than normal for this time of year, so you’ll be wanting a thicker wetsuit.

The first few days are a write-off. Thursday the 27th and Friday the 28th are messy with onshore winds and chop, not worth paddling out for. The first real flash of hope comes Saturday morning, the 29th. We’ve got a light NW offshore breeze, clean conditions, and a 3ft S swell. It’s small, but it’ll be glassy and fun on a longboard. The swell energy is weak (446), so don’t expect much power.

Sunday the 30th gets blown out by a fresh SW wind, so we skip that. Monday the 31st is worth a look though – morning has a clean 7ft WSW swell, cross-off wind, and decent energy (1352). It’s a solid intermediate level, but the conditions are clean. Tuesday the 1st of September is the standout of the first week. Crystal clear skies, light WSW cross-off breeze, 5ft SW swell, and the energy is moderate (822). The forecast is calling for very good surf, and this is your best bet for a clean, rippable session.

Now, hold on to your boards for the 2nd of September. Wednesday morning sees a big jump: a 13ft SW groundswell with a 14-second period, and the energy is massive (7029). The wind is light NE, but it’s cross-shore. This is big, powerful, and only for experienced surfers on a reef. The afternoon gets onshore, so get in early. That huge energy is a standout for the whole 16-day window.

The 3rd of September is a complete washout – near gale-force winds and rain, absolute dog. The 4th and 5th are messy too, with strong winds and choppy conditions. The 6th of September offers a small window Sunday morning – a 5ft SSW swell, light NE wind, but it’s cross-shore. Energy is still moderate (1085), but it’s just okay.

The second week is quieter. The 7th and 8th of September have small, clean surf but the swell drops off fast. By the 9th and 10th, we’re down to 2ft and barely any energy (70 to 126). It’s a flat spell. Then, on the 11th of September, we get another pulse: an 12ft SW swell Friday morning, but the period is short at 9 seconds, so it’ll be a bit lumpy and fat. The energy is strong (2506), but the wind is light. It’s a promising long-range call, but treat it with caution.

Best session? Tuesday 1st September morning, hands down. Clean, light offshore, 5ft SW swell, and the best conditions of the run. The big Wednesday 2nd September morning is the one for the thrill-seekers if you can handle the size.

Rusty.

Short Range Forecast

Light rain (total 6mm), mostly falling on Sat night. Warm (max 31°C on Sat morning, min 15°C on Thu morning). Winds decreasing (fresh winds from the NE on Thu morning, calm by Thu night).

Days 4-6 Weather Summary

Light rain (total 2mm), mostly falling on Sun morning. Very mild (max 17°C on Sun afternoon, min 12°C on Tue morning). Winds decreasing (fresh winds from the WSW on Sun morning, light winds from the NW by Tue morning).

Thursday
27
Friday
28
Saturday
29
Sunday
30
Monday
31
Tuesday
1
Wednesday
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SSW
12
2.1
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12
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SSW
12
1.1
S
12
1
S
14
1.2
S
12
1
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11
1.4
SW
12
0.9
WSW
12
1.9
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9
1.8
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9
2
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12
2.2
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12
2.2
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11
1.8
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11
1.6
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10
2.3
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12
3
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13
4
SW
14
3.5
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14
3
SW
14
Wave Graph
Metric surfscale
Energy kJ
1415
1240
847
316
405
390
260
558
255
619
493
1150
1332
1193
780
509
1463
2660
7029
5072
3305
Wind (km/h)
20
NE
25
ENE
15
NE
20
WSW
10
SSE
10
N
10
NW
25
SW
25
WSW
30
SW
25
SW
20
WSW
25
WSW
25
SW
10
N
10
WSW
20
SSW
15
W
5
NE
15
ESE
30
WSW
Wind State
cross
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High Tide
3:35PM1.82m
3:44AM1.78m
4:03PM1.90m
4:12AM1.83m
4:30PM1.94m
4:42AM1.85m
4:59PM1.95m
5:12AM1.82m
5:31PM1.92m
5:44AM1.75m
6:04PM1.85m
6:20AM1.65m
6:42PM1.73m
Low Tide
9:22AM0.32m
9:41PM0.35m
9:49AM0.24m
10:08PM0.28m
10:16AM0.20m
10:37PM0.24m
10:44AM0.19m
11:06PM0.24m
11:13AM0.22m
11:38PM0.29m
11:44AM0.29m
00:12AM0.37m
12:17PM0.40m
00:51AM0.50m
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31
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Feels °C
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28
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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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