Noordhoek Surf Break

Lat Long: 34.04° S 25.65° E

Noordhoek Surf Forecast and Surf Report

Issued: 1 pm 31 Aug 2026 (local time)

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Today's Noordhoek sea temperature is
17.5°C
1.6° 

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


Noordhoek surf forecast from 31 Aug 2026:

  • Best quality surf: Wednesday 2 Sep, 11AM (local time) - 11ft (3.5m), 13s period, SW swell with cross-offshore winds.
  • Most powerful swell: Sunday 6 Sep, 5PM (local time) - 13ft (4.0m), 16s period, S swell with 7,178 kJ wave energy.
  • Next surfable swell (1★+): Monday 31 Aug, 8PM (local time) - 5.5ft (1.7m), 12s period with WSW 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 Monday (Aug 31) at 8PM. The primary swell is predicted to be 1.7m 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 4.0m 16s and forecast to arrive on Sunday (Sep 06) at 5PM. Winds are predicted to be onshore at the time the swell arrives. The largest open ocean swell (not directed at the beach) is 4.5m 9s period and expected on Monday (Sep 07) at 8PM.

Wave TypeTime (SAST) & Date Wave Height & Period
Next good surf (1 star+) 8PM (Mon 31st Aug)5.5ft (1.7m) 12s
Best Surf11AM (Wed 2nd Sep)11ft (3.5m) 13s
Most Powerful 5PM (Sun 6th Sep)13ft (4.0m) 16s

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


The Lowdown

Alright, surfers, Rusty here. Let's talk about what's in store for us. The next couple of weeks at Noordhoek are a real mixed bag, but there are a few gems to get excited about.

The run starts with a bunch of not-so-great days, but we've got some serious standouts coming. The water is sitting at 63.5°, about 2.9° colder than we'd normally expect at this time of year, so that crisp feeling is real.

Our first proper call is for Monday the 31st of August. It's not a world beater, but it's the first bit of action. We've got a 5.6ft swell from the WSW with a moderate 11-second period. The combined energy is moderate (813). It's surfing, but the cross-on wind from the SSE will have it a bit bumpy. We'll take it as a warm-up.

Tuesday the 1st of September is where it starts to get interesting. The morning session is looking proper. We've got a 7.2ft SW groundswell with a solid 12-second period, pushing moderate energy (1291). The real kicker is the glassy conditions – zero wind. It's going to be clean as a whistle. The break works best with a SW swell direction, so this is a match made in heaven. This is likely the standout of the whole period and one you do not want to miss. The afternoon gets a bit bigger to 8.2ft and the wind swings onshore, so mornings are the move.

Wednesday the 2nd of September delivers the biggest, cleanest swell of the run. The morning is for the experienced crew only. We're looking at a 11.5ft SW groundswell at 13 seconds, with that combined energy cranking up to 3753. The wind is a light cross-offshore from the WSW, keeping it clean. This is a serious wave and is best left to the experts.

After that, things go a bit pear-shaped. We've got a run of poor conditions from the 3rd of September through to the 10th of September, with strong winds and onshore slop. Not worth paddling out for. This spot goes quiet.

We get a hint of life again on the 11th of September with a 5.9ft SW swell and a light cross-on wind.

Further out, on Monday the 14th of September, things look a little more hopeful with a clean cross-off wind, but the swell is only 3.3ft. It could be fun for a longboard. Then on Tuesday the 15th of September, the swell picks up to 4.6-4.9ft from the SSW with a 14-second period and clean cross-offshore winds from the WSW. The energy is still moderate (765-831), but with a strong breeze it might be a bit tough. A promising late call, but we'll see how it firms up.

Noordhoek is a reef setup that can handle a good SW groundswell, so when the stars align, it's proper. Just be aware it can get crowded at times when the surf's good.

Stay stoked.

Short Range Forecast

Light rain (total 6mm), mostly falling on Thu morning. Very mild (max 18°C on Wed night, min 14°C on Mon night). Wind will be generally light.

Days 5-7 Weather Summary

Heavy rain (total 24mm), heaviest during Thu night. Very mild (max 18°C on Sat afternoon, min 17°C on Thu afternoon). Winds decreasing (near gales from the SE on Thu night, moderate winds from the E by Fri night).

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Energy kJ
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High Tide
5:31PM1.92m
5:44AM1.75m
6:04PM1.85m
6:20AM1.65m
6:42PM1.73m
7:01AM1.51m
7:29PM1.57m
8:00AM1.36m
8:41PM1.41m
9:45AM1.26m
10:43PM1.34m
11:58AM1.32m
00:33AM1.42m
Low Tide
11:38PM0.29m
11:44AM0.29m
00:12AM0.37m
12:17PM0.40m
00:51AM0.50m
12:57PM0.55m
1:40AM0.65m
1:52PM0.72m
3:03AM0.79m
3:45PM0.85m
5:39AM0.79m
6:28PM0.78m
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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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