Surf Forecasts:
Noordhoek surf forecast from 21 Aug 2026:
- Best quality surf: Friday 21 Aug, 11AM (local time) - 8ft (2.5m), 12s period, SW swell with glassy winds.
- Most powerful swell: Tuesday 25 Aug, 8AM (local time) - 10ft (3.0m), 14s period, SW swell with 3,859 kJ wave energy.
- Next surfable swell (1★+): Friday 21 Aug, 11AM (local time) - 8ft (2.5m), 12s 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 Friday (Aug 21) at 11AM. The primary swell is predicted to be 2.5m 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 3.0m 14s and forecast to arrive on Tuesday (Aug 25) at 8AM. Winds are predicted to be cross-offshore at the time the swell arrives. The largest open ocean swell (not directed at the beach) is 3.5m 9s period and expected on Thursday (Aug 27) at 8PM.
| Wave Type | Time (SAST) & Date | Wave Height & Period |
|---|---|---|
| Next good surf (1 star+) | 11AM (Fri 21st Aug) | 8ft (2.5m) 12s |
| Best Surf | 11AM (Fri 21st Aug) | 8ft (2.5m) 12s |
| Most Powerful | 8AM (Tue 25th Aug) | 10ft (3.0m) 14s |
Table - best surf conditions forecast for Noordhoek over the next 16 days.
The Lowdown
Alright, Rusty here. Let’s have a look at what’s on the table for the next couple of weeks.
We’ve got a swing of solid, consistent south-west groundswells rolling into Noordhoek, but the wind is going to be the real gatekeeper here. The water is sitting at 62°F and that’s a good 5°F colder than usual for this time of year, so factor in some serious rubber.
Friday the 21st is the standout opening. It’s glassy calm first thing, with a clean 8ft SW groundswell at a solid 12 seconds. The energy is pumping at 1742 (moderate-strong). That morning session at Noordhoek will be excellent for experienced surfers only – it’s too much punch for a beginner. The crowds are *sometimes* an issue here, but with that size and a Friday morning, you might get a few sneaky ones to yourself.
Saturday the 22nd is a write-off for surfing. The wind cranks up to 28 mph out of the WSW, making the place a blown-out mess despite the swell. Sunday the 23rd has cleaner conditions but the wind still cross-off, and the quality is only marginal. Monday the 24th morning is worth a paddle if you’re keen – clean 7ft SW at 12 seconds (energy 1200) – still very consistent and the wind is light cross-off, shaping up nicely.
Then, Tuesday the 25th morning is your next big call. That’s when a serious 10ft SW groundswell at 14 seconds arrives, energy jumps to 3459 (strong). The wind is light and cross-off, so it will be clean. Again, this is only for experienced surfers - it’s big, powerful, and long-period. The reef setup at Noordhoek will handle that period better than a beachie, giving you proper lined-up walls.
From Wednesday the 26th the wind turns messy and onshore, so don’t bother until maybe Thursday the 5th of September. That window is still a long way off, but the forecast shows a glassy morning with clean 5ft SS swell at 10 seconds. Energy is 1113 (moderate), and the calm wind will make it look fun. Could be a good reset after a windy week.
Keep in mind there’s a big gap of poor-to-average conditions from the 26th through the 31st, and then the swell gets huge again around the 3rd and 4th of September, but those swells are way too big (25ft and 16ft) – well into the expert-only, borderline dangerous zone, even for this break.
The long-range nod on Thursday the 5th is promising, but it’s a long way out, so don’t book your week off just yet.
So, for the whole outlook: Friday morning the 21st is your best bet if you’re experienced. Tuesday morning the 25th is the other solid session for strong surfers. Everything else is chasing clean windows between wind and size.
Rusty.
Short Range ForecastMostly dry. Very mild (max 16°C on Fri afternoon, min 14°C on Fri morning). Winds increasing (calm on Fri morning, strong winds from the WSW by Sat morning). | Days 4-6 Weather SummarySome drizzle, heaviest during Tue night. Very mild (max 17°C on Wed morning, min 14°C on Mon morning). Winds increasing (light winds from the W on Mon morning, strong winds from the ENE by Wed night). | ||||||||||||||||||||
Friday 21 | Saturday 22 | Sunday 23 | Monday 24 | Tuesday 25 | Wednesday 26 | Thursday 27 | |||||||||||||||
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 12 | SW 12 | SSW 11 | SW 11 | SW 8 | SW 9 | SW 11 | SW 11 | SW 13 | SW 12 | SW 12 | SW 12 | SW 14 | SW 13 | S 15 | SSW 14 | SSW 13 | SSW 12 | SSW 16 | S 16 | S 15 |
Wave Graph | |||||||||||||||||||||
1742 | 1420 | 815 | 1508 | 1313 | 1010 | 1665 | 1570 | 1671 | 1169 | 990 | 2089 | 3705 | 3169 | 1835 | 3349 | 2359 | 1474 | 2460 | 2147 | 1589 | |
Wind (km/h) | |||||||||||||||||||||
Wind State on-shore cross-onshore cross-shore cross-offshore off-shore glassy | glassy | cross-on | cross | cross-off | cross-off | cross-off | cross | cross | glassy | cross-off | cross | cross-off | cross-off | cross | on | cross-on | cross-on | cross | cross | cross-on | cross-off |
High Tide | 9:23AM1.17m | 10:26PM1.24m | 12:01PM1.17m | 00:29AM1.27m | 1:26PM1.30m | 1:33AM1.37m | 2:08PM1.45m | 2:13AM1.49m | 2:40PM1.59m | 2:45AM1.61m | 3:08PM1.71m | 3:15AM1.70m | 3:35PM1.82m | 3:44AM1.78m | |||||||
Low Tide | 3:01PM0.91m | 5:32AM0.90m | 6:18PM0.93m | 7:15AM0.79m | 7:37PM0.81m | 7:57AM0.66m | 8:16PM0.69m | 8:27AM0.53m | 8:46PM0.56m | 8:55AM0.42m | 9:14PM0.44m | 9:22AM0.32m | 9:41PM0.35m | ||||||||
6:50 | — | — | 6:48 | — | — | 6:48 | — | — | 6:46 | — | — | 6:45 | — | — | 6:43 | — | — | 6:43 | — | — | |
— | 5:51 | — | — | 5:52 | — | — | 5:52 | — | — | 5:52 | — | — | 5:53 | — | — | 5:53 | — | — | 5:54 | — | |
mm | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | 1 | — | — | — | — | — | — |
Temp °C | 15 | 16 | 16 | 16 | 16 | 16 | 16 | 16 | 15 | 15 | 16 | 15 | 15 | 16 | 16 | 17 | 16 | 16 | 17 | 24 | 24 |
Feels °C | 16 | 13 | 13 | 8 | 8 | 12 | 13 | 13 | 15 | 14 | 13 | 12 | 14 | 14 | 13 | 12 | 9 | 9 | 12 | 19 | 23 |
Swell 1 Height (m) Direction Period (s) | SW 12 | SW 12 | SSW 11 | E 4 | ENE 7 | SW 12 | SW 11 | SW 11 | SW 13 | SW 12 | SW 12 | SW 12 | SW 14 | SW 13 | SW 13 | SSW 14 | SSW 13 | SSW 12 | SSW 16 | S 16 | ENE 9 |
1742 | 1420 | 815 | 3 | 10 | 393 | 1665 | 1570 | 1671 | 1169 | 990 | 2089 | 3705 | 3169 | 1408 | 3349 | 2359 | 1474 | 2460 | 2147 | 1487 | |
Swell 2 Height (m) Direction Period (s) | ENE 8 | ENE 8 | WSW 11 | E 8 | — | ENE 8 | E 8 | E 9 | E 9 | E 9 | SSW 15 | E 10 | E 10 | E 9 | S 15 | WSW 12 | SSW 16 | S 16 | WSW 12 | WSW 12 | S 15 |
14 | 13 | 251 | 5 | — | 6 | 5 | 6 | 6 | 6 | 169 | 7 | 7 | 7 | 1835 | 299 | 893 | 406 | 129 | 49 | 1589 | |
Swell 3 Height (m) Direction Period (s) | — | — | — | E 8 | — | ENE 8 | — | E 9 | S 11 | SSE 11 | E 9 | SE 11 | — | — | E 9 | — | — | WSW 13 | — | — | SW 16 |
— | — | — | 5 | — | 6 | — | 6 | 2 | 11 | 7 | 5 | — | — | 2 | — | — | 257 | — | — | 10 | |
Wind waves Height (m) Direction Period (s) | — | — | E 4 | SW 11 | SW 8 | SW 9 | — | — | — | — | SW 4 | — | — | — | — | E 4 | E 5 | ENE 7 | ENE 8 | E 8 | — |
— | — | 12 | 1508 | 1313 | 1010 | — | — | — | — | 16 | — | — | — | — | 9 | 76 | 665 | 952 | 1379 | — | |
Nearest Offshore or Glassy | |||||||||||||||||||||
Distance (km) | 0 | 264 | 4 | 245 | 206 | 6 | 6 | 6 | 0 | 0 | 6 | 6 | 0 | 7 | 190 | 264 | 264 | 206 | 38 | 6 | 6 |
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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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