Noordhoek Surf Forecast and Surf Report

Hey folks, Rusty here. Let’s talk about what’s coming up for Noordhoek.

This is a solid reef break that’s very consistent, but we’ve got a real mixed bag of conditions over the next couple of weeks. The water’s sitting at 63°, which is a solid 4° colder than normal – that’s notably chilly for this time of year, so don’t forget a thicker suit.

The first real standout is shaping up for Friday the 10th in the morning. We’ve got a decent 12 ft swell from the SSW with a long 14-second period, packing some serious energy (5015). The wind is glassy – absolute perfection – and the forecast says excellent conditions for experienced surfers. This is the pick of the run, but with that size (over 8 ft) it’s strictly for the pros. The crowds can turn up here sometimes, so get in early.

Leading up to that, Monday the 6th starts off with a clean 5 ft morning from the SW, 12-second period, and light cross-off wind. The combined energy is moderate (700). It’s a good, clean start to the week. The afternoon gets a bit bigger at 7 ft but the wind swings cross-on, so it’s less ideal.

Tuesday the 7th has 7 ft to 7 ft SW swell with clean morning conditions but a solid 16 mph cross-off wind, which will keep it rippable but a bit bumpy. The afternoons look better with lighter wind.

Wednesday the 8th and Thursday the 9th see the swell building. Wednesday morning has 8 ft, then Thursday hits 10 ft, both with strong cross-off winds and big energy (1794 to 3316). The size is getting up there, so it’s more for the strong paddlers.

After the Friday morning highlight, the afternoon on the 10th gets messy with a strong cross-on wind and choppy conditions – not worth it.

Saturday the 11th drops to 7 ft with a cross-shore wind and some rain risk. The afternoon cleans up with a cross-off but the wind is fresh. Sunday the 12th is a write-off with onshore winds and rain.

Monday the 13th and Tuesday the 14th bring a return to cleaner, smaller conditions. Monday morning has 5 ft with light cross-off wind and clean waves. Tuesday morning looks even better with a light offshore wind from the WNW and a clean 5 ft. These are good, user-friendly days.

The rest of the week drops off. Wednesday the 15th is small – around 3 ft to 3 ft – and ordinary. Thursday the 16th jumps back up to 8 ft to 10 ft but with onshore winds and chop, so not great.

The next real standout is Friday the 17th morning. We’ve got an 8 ft SSW swell with a 12-second period, offshore wind from the NW, and excellent conditions for experienced surfers. The energy is strong (2032). This one’s again for the experts, but it’s clean and powerful.

After that, the weekend of the 18th and 19th is messy with strong winds and rain, and the surf gets small and choppy. Monday the 20th and Tuesday the 21st see a return to cleaner, smaller waves – 4 ft to 5 ft with light winds and good shape. Good for a paddle if you’re keen.

Overall, the best bets are the mornings of Friday the 10th and Friday the 17th – both big, clean, and powerful, but only for experienced surfers. The early week and mid-week sessions are your best bet for manageable, fun waves.

Stay stoked, Rusty.

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