Surf Forecasts:
Noordhoek surf forecast from 22 Aug 2026:
- Best quality surf: Sunday 23 Aug, 11AM (local time) - 8ft (2.5m), 11s period, SW swell with cross-offshore winds.
- Most powerful swell: Wednesday 26 Aug, 2AM (local time) - 10ft (3.0m), 15s period, SSW swell with 4,096 kJ wave energy.
- Next surfable swell (1★+): Sunday 23 Aug, 11AM (local time) - 8ft (2.5m), 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 Sunday (Aug 23) at 11AM. The primary swell is predicted to be 2.5m and 11s 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 3.0m 15s and forecast to arrive on Wednesday (Aug 26) at 2AM. 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 5PM.
| Wave Type | Time (SAST) & Date | Wave Height & Period |
|---|---|---|
| Next good surf (1 star+) | 11AM (Sun 23rd Aug) | 8ft (2.5m) 11s |
| Best Surf | 11AM (Sun 23rd Aug) | 8ft (2.5m) 11s |
| Most Powerful | 2AM (Wed 26th Aug) | 10ft (3.0m) 15s |
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 coming up for us.
We’ve got a classic Cape Town setup at Noordhoek. Right now, the water is sitting at 60°F, which is a full 6°F colder than average for this time of year – so it’s properly nippy. Don’t even think about a spring suit.
The next few days are a write-off. Saturday the 22nd is a total no-go with 31 mph cross-off winds and lumpy, poor surf. That big 12 ft swell is just getting thrashed. Sunday the 23rd, however, looks like our first real chance. It’s still a solid 8 ft from the SW, but the wind drops right out to a gentle 9 mph cross-off. The combined energy is high (1542), and the 11-second period makes for a groundswell with proper shape. This is the standout for the near term – clean, powerful, and lined up. It’s for experienced surfers, but it’ll be exceptional.
Monday morning the 24th is still nice with a 7 ft SW swell, light cross-off breeze, and glassy surface. Good, but not the standout. By Tuesday the 25th morning, the swell jumps to 10 ft with a 14-second period, and the wave energy is huge (3508). Again, it’s clean and cross-off, but that size is getting serious – for experts only. Keep an eye on the longer period; it’ll be holding up and a bit straight at the beach, but the reef setup at Noordhoek should handle it well.
Mid-week turns ugly. Wednesday and Thursday are totally blown out with strong cross-on winds and messy conditions. Not worth paddling out.
We get a breather on Friday the 28th morning – small at 5 ft from the S, with a long 12-second period and a light cross-off breeze. Combined energy is moderate (643). Not a standout, but a fun, clean session if you’re keen.
The real standout for the whole outlook is further out. Sunday the 30th afternoon into the 31st looks absolutely pumping. On Sunday afternoon we’ve got an 12 ft SW swell, 11-second period, and the wind goes light offshore. The wave energy is massive (2791) and it’s described as excellent for experienced surfers. Come Monday the 31st, it stays big at 10–12 ft through the day with a 12-second period and fresh cross-off breeze, so still clean. That Sunday afternoon window is the pick – deep, powerful, and clean. No question.
There’s another big pulse around the 4th of September, but the swell hits 16 ft and even 20 ft. That’s too big for this break. The wind and tide are favorable, but the guidance says it’s too much – don’t bother.
After that, the 6th of September cleans up again with a solid 10 ft S swell and 14-second period, with light offshore wind. Another proper session for the experienced crew, but it’s far off and less certain.
So, to wrap it up: the best is Sunday the 23rd morning for the first pulse, and Sunday the 30th afternoon is the real standout – big, clean, and plenty of energy. Crowds are possible here, so get in early.
Rusty.
Short Range ForecastMostly dry. Very mild (max 17°C on Sat morning, min 14°C on Sat night). Winds decreasing (near gales from the WSW on Sat afternoon, calm by Sun night). | Days 4-6 Weather SummarySome drizzle, heaviest during Tue night. Warm (max 21°C on Thu afternoon, min 15°C on Tue morning). Winds decreasing (strong winds from the ENE on Wed night, calm by Thu night). | ||||||||||||||||||||
Saturday 22 | Sunday 23 | Monday 24 | Tuesday 25 | Wednesday 26 | Thursday 27 | Friday 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 11 | SW 8 | SW 9 | SW 11 | SW 11 | SW 13 | SW 12 | SW 12 | SW 12 | SW 14 | SW 13 | SSW 15 | SSW 13 | SSW 13 | SSW 13 | SSW 12 | S 15 | SSW 12 | S 12 | S 11 | S 11 |
Wave Graph | |||||||||||||||||||||
1427 | 1557 | 987 | 1542 | 1351 | 1645 | 1094 | 897 | 1935 | 3508 | 2213 | 4096 | 2759 | 3337 | 2045 | 1430 | 563 | 743 | 544 | 499 | 364 | |
Wind (km/h) | |||||||||||||||||||||
Wind State on-shore cross-onshore cross-shore cross-offshore off-shore glassy | cross-off | cross-off | cross-off | cross-off | cross | off | cross-off | cross | cross-off | cross-off | cross | cross-on | cross-on | cross-on | cross | cross | cross-on | glassy | cross-off | cross-on | cross-off |
High Tide | 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 | 4:03PM1.90m | 4:12AM1.83m | |||||||
Low Tide | 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 | 9:49AM0.24m | 10:08PM0.28m | ||||||||
6:48 | — | — | 6:48 | — | — | 6:46 | — | — | 6:45 | — | — | 6:43 | — | — | 6:43 | — | — | 6:41 | — | — | |
— | 5:52 | — | — | 5:52 | — | — | 5:52 | — | — | 5:53 | — | — | 5:53 | — | — | 5:54 | — | — | 5:55 | — | |
mm | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | 1 | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — |
Temp °C | 17 | 16 | 16 | 15 | 15 | 15 | 15 | 16 | 15 | 16 | 17 | 17 | 17 | 17 | 17 | 18 | 21 | 21 | 25 | 27 | 32 |
Feels °C | 10 | 7 | 10 | 13 | 12 | 15 | 14 | 14 | 12 | 15 | 16 | 14 | 11 | 11 | 10 | 14 | 15 | 21 | 23 | 25 | 28 |
Swell 1 Height (m) Direction Period (s) | E 5 | ENE 7 | SW 12 | SW 11 | SW 11 | SW 13 | SW 12 | SW 12 | SW 12 | SW 14 | SW 13 | SSW 15 | SSW 13 | SSW 13 | SSW 13 | SSW 12 | SW 12 | E 10 | E 10 | E 10 | ENE 10 |
8 | 10 | 400 | 1542 | 1351 | 1645 | 1094 | 897 | 1935 | 3508 | 2213 | 4096 | 2759 | 3337 | 2045 | 1430 | 414 | 1655 | 938 | 701 | 725 | |
Swell 2 Height (m) Direction Period (s) | E 8 | — | ENE 8 | E 8 | E 9 | E 9 | E 9 | SSW 15 | E 10 | E 10 | SSW 16 | E 9 | SSW 16 | WSW 12 | S 16 | S 16 | S 12 | SSW 12 | S 12 | S 11 | S 11 |
5 | — | 6 | 1 | 6 | 6 | 6 | 309 | 7 | 7 | 1165 | 2 | 1452 | 325 | 264 | 243 | 400 | 743 | 544 | 499 | 364 | |
Swell 3 Height (m) Direction Period (s) | E 8 | — | W 17 | E 10 | E 9 | S 11 | SSE 11 | E 9 | E 10 | E 10 | E 9 | E 9 | WSW 13 | — | WSW 13 | — | S 15 | S 15 | SW 11 | S 15 | SW 14 |
5 | — | 6 | 2 | 6 | 2 | 11 | 7 | 8 | 7 | 2 | 7 | 768 | — | 99 | — | 563 | 348 | 99 | 110 | 114 | |
Wind waves Height (m) Direction Period (s) | SW 11 | SW 8 | SW 9 | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | ESE 4 | E 5 | E 7 | ENE 8 | E 8 | — | — | — | — |
1427 | 1557 | 987 | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | 15 | 102 | 521 | 866 | 1649 | — | — | — | — | |
Nearest Offshore or Glassy | |||||||||||||||||||||
Distance (km) | 323 | 208 | 14 | 0 | 6 | 0 | 0 | 7 | 6 | 0 | 6 | 190 | 264 | 628 | 238 | 209 | 206 | 0 | 0 | 6 | 4 |
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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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