Noordhoek Surf Break

Lat Long: 34.04° S 25.65° E

Noordhoek Surf Forecast and Surf Report

Issued: 7 pm 21 Aug 2026 (local time)

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Today's Noordhoek sea temperature is
16.0° C
3.1° 

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


Noordhoek surf forecast from 21 Aug 2026:

  • Best quality surf: Sunday 23 Aug, 8PM (local time) - 7.5ft (2.3m), 11s period, SW swell with glassy winds.
  • Most powerful swell: Wednesday 26 Aug, 5PM (local time) - 11ft (3.5m), 16s period, SSW swell with 5,674 kJ wave energy.
  • Next surfable swell (1★+): Saturday 22 Aug, 5AM (local time) - 7ft (2.1m), 11s 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 Saturday (Aug 22) at 5AM. The primary swell is predicted to be 2.1m and 11s period with a secondary swell of 0.6m and 4s. 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 3.5m 16s and forecast to arrive on Wednesday (Aug 26) at 5PM. Winds are predicted to be cross-onshore at the time the swell arrives. The largest open ocean swell (not directed at the beach) is 3.5m 8s period and expected on Thursday (Aug 27) at 8PM.

Wave TypeTime (SAST) & Date Wave Height & Period
Next good surf (1 star+) 5AM (Sat 22nd Aug)7ft (2.1m) 11s
Best Surf 8PM (Sun 23rd Aug)7.5ft (2.3m) 11s
Most Powerful 5PM (Wed 26th Aug)11ft (3.5m) 16s

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


The Lowdown

Alright folks, Rusty here. Let’s get straight into what’s happening at our local reef.

We’ve got a proper mixed bag ahead, with some real firepower on the horizon, but plenty of wind and messy conditions to sift through first. The opening days are a write-off, so don’t bother paddling out until later in the week. The real standout is shaping up for Tuesday the 25th, but we’ve got to earn it through some pretty average stuff early on.

Friday 21st: We’re looking at a 8ft SW swell with a 12-second period, but the wind is onshore from the ESE at 9 mph. The water is a frigid 61°, which is a whopping 6° colder than usual for this time of year – that’s seriously unusual, so bring the thickest rubber you’ve got. The combined energy is strong (1420), but the conditions are marginal, and the score is low. It’s not worth the hassle.

Saturday 22nd & Sunday 23rd: Forget it. Saturday has a near gale from the WSW at 31 mph, with a 8ft SW swell. The wave energy is huge (1427), but the wind is cross-off and howling, making it a total mess. Sunday is a little cleaner with a moderate breeze, but the swell is still a solid 8ft (1542 energy), and it’s still not good enough to get excited about. The scores are low.

Monday 24th: The morning session offers a bit of hope. A 7ft SW swell (12 seconds) with a light cross-off breeze (1180 energy). The guidance says “expect very good surf conditions,” but the score is only a 3. It’s rideable, but not the pick. The afternoon turns to crap with a cross-shore chop.

Tuesday 25th – THE STANDOUT: This is the one. Tuesday morning, boys. A 10ft SW groundswell with a long 14-second period, and the wind is glassy from the WSW at just 3 mph. The combined energy is a massive 3558, and the conditions are described as “excellent surf conditions for experienced surfers” with a score of 4. This is a proper, powerful, clean reef wave. The long period means it’ll be a bit more lined up and offer longer lulls between sets, making the paddle out easier. But at 10ft, this is for experienced surfers only – beginners will be in over their heads. The offshore wind is a major positive, giving us pristine, glassy faces. The afternoon gets a light cross-on breeze, so get it in the morning.

Wednesday 26th & Thursday 27th: The wind swings onshore and freshens up from the east, ruining what could have been good. The swell stays big (8ft to 10ft, energy around 2700-2900), but it’s blown out and lumpy. Not worth it.

Friday 28th: The morning has a glassy 5ft S swell (12 seconds, 820 energy) with a score of 3. It’s clean and small, a good option for a quieter session after the big Tuesday. The afternoon gets choppy again.

Saturday 29th & Sunday 30th: Small surf on Saturday (3ft), but Sunday brings a massive 18ft WSW swell with a near gale (7082 energy). The wind is cross-off, but the swell is way too big and out of control for this reef. The guidance even says it’s “too big for this break.” Don’t even think about it.

Monday 31st: Another solid option. A 10ft SW swell (11 seconds, 2039 energy) with a light cross-off breeze from the WSW. The score is 4, and conditions are rated excellent for experienced surfers. Clean, powerful, and less crowded than the Tuesday peak. This is a strong second-best option.

September 1st to 5th: The surf drops off and the wind turns nasty again. The first week of September is a write-off with onshore gales, messy cross-chop, and small, weak swell. The last few days (5th) see tiny 2ft waves with almost no energy (117 and 60). It’s a total flat spell to end the forecast.

So, the bottom line: Tuesday 25th August is the absolute best chunk of swell and wind we’ve got. Get on it early. Monday 31st August is a solid backup. Everything else is either too small, too windy, or too big for this spot.

Rusty, signing off.

Short Range Forecast

Mostly dry. Very mild (max 17°C on Fri night, min 14°C on Sun night). Winds decreasing (strong winds from the WSW on Sat afternoon, calm by Sun night).

Days 5-7 Weather Summary

Light rain (total 2mm), mostly falling on Tue night. Warm (max 20°C on Thu afternoon, min 14°C on Mon night). Winds increasing (light winds from the SE on Tue night, fresh winds from the E by Thu afternoon).

Saturday
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Monday
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Tuesday
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Wednesday
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Thursday
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Height (m)
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Period (s)
1.8
SSW
11
2.3
SW
11
3.5
SW
8
2.4
SW
8
2.5
SW
11
2.4
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11
2.2
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13
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12
1.8
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12
2.5
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12
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14
2.5
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13
1.9
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15
3.5
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14
3.5
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16
2.5
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12
2.1
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12
1.9
SSW
12
1.9
SSW
12
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Metric surfscale
Energy kJ
815
1350
1265
773
1481
1376
1545
1094
913
1968
3757
2399
1753
4455
5674
2071
1289
985
1082
Wind (km/h)
15
NE
45
WSW
40
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30
W
20
WSW
15
SSW
5
NW
15
WSW
25
SW
15
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15
WSW
15
SSW
20
ESE
25
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35
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25
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35
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5
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Wind State
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High Tide
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
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
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Temp °C
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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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