Strand (Pipe) Surf Break

Lat Long: 34.12° S 18.83° E

Strand (Pipe) Surf Forecast and Surf Report

Issued: 1 pm 05 Aug 2026 (local time)

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Today's Strand (Pipe) sea temperature is
15.2° C
0.2° 

Strand (Pipe) surf forecast is for near shore open water. Breaking waves will often be smaller at less exposed spots.


Strand (Pipe) surf forecast from 5 Aug 2026:

  • Best quality surf: Thursday 6 Aug, 5AM (local time) - 7ft (2.2m), 13s period, SW swell with glassy winds.
  • Most powerful swell: Sunday 9 Aug, 5AM (local time) - 11ft (3.5m), 13s period, SW swell with 4,480 kJ wave energy.
  • Next surfable swell (1★+): Thursday 6 Aug, 5AM (local time) - 7ft (2.2m), 13s period with SW swell.

Best Forecast Surf Conditions for Strand (Pipe) this week:

The surf forecast for Strand (Pipe) over the next 16 days: The first swell (rated 1 star or higher) is forecast to arrive on Thursday (Aug 06) at 5AM. The primary swell is predicted to be 2.2m and 13s period. The wind is predicted to be glassy as the swell arrives.

The most powerful waves expected at Strand (Pipe) in the next 16 days are 3.5m 13s and forecast to arrive on Sunday (Aug 09) at 5AM. Winds are predicted to be cross-shore at the time the swell arrives. The largest open ocean swell (not directed at the beach) is 2.4m 8s period and expected on Wednesday (Aug 12) at 2AM.

Wave TypeTime (SAST) & Date Wave Height & Period
Next good surf (1 star+) 5AM (Thu 6th Aug)7ft (2.2m) 13s
Best Surf 5AM (Thu 6th Aug)7ft (2.2m) 13s
Most Powerful 5AM (Sun 9th Aug)11ft (3.5m) 13s

Table - best surf conditions forecast for Strand (Pipe) over the next 16 days.


The Lowdown

Alright folks, it’s Rusty here, your local surf reporter. Let’s get into it for the coming weeks. The ocean is about to give us a proper run, but it’s not for the faint of heart. The first real action kicks off on Thursday the 6th of August, but before that, Wednesday the 5th is a write-off with strong cross-onshore winds and lumpy, poor surf. So, sit tight for a day.

The standout window is going to be from Thursday morning through to Saturday afternoon. The star of the show is Strand (Pipe). It’s a beach and reef setup, exposed to the SW swell, and it’s about to get hammered in a good way. Thursday morning (6th August) we’re looking at a solid 7ft SW groundswell (13-second period) with clean, cross-offshore winds. The water temp is sitting at 59°, which is pretty much average for this time of year. The energy is moderate (1326), and it’s excellent for experienced surfers. This is your best bet for the whole period.

Friday morning (7th August) is another cracker. Clean, light offshore winds with a 7ft SSW swell, but the period jumps to a very long 15 seconds. That’s a proper groundswell. The energy is building (1911). This is a stand-out for sure, but keep in mind that long period likes to straighten out on beach breaks, so it might be a bit walled off at times. Still, it’s clean and powerful.

Saturday morning (8th August) is going to be a special one. Glassy conditions, not a breath of wind, with a 6ft SSW swell. The energy is still moderate (961), but the glassy surface will make it look like a mirror.

The swell peaks on Sunday (9th August) with waves hitting 10ft to 12ft. That’s big, expert-only territory. The wind is strong and cross-off, so it’ll be clean but heavy. The energy is off the charts (5143 on Sunday afternoon). This is for the experienced crew only.

After that, the swell drops off. Monday (10th August) is still 8ft to 10ft, but the wind is fresh and cross-off, making it less appealing. Tuesday (11th August) sees an offshore breeze and a cleaner 7ft swell, but it’s a step down in energy.

Then we hit a long flat spell. From Wednesday 12th August through to Monday 17th August, the surf is small and weak. Waves drop to around 4ft and then down to 2ft to 2ft. The energy is weak (as low as 133). The wind is often cross-on or onshore. It’s not great. There’s a gap of about six days of poor to ordinary conditions.

Things pick up again on Tuesday 18th August. That morning we see a 7ft SW swell with a 12-second period, glassy conditions, and strong energy (1337). That’s a surprise late bloomer. It’s for experienced surfers again. The next day, Wednesday 19th, is a bit smaller and wind is a factor, but it’s still surfable.

The last few days of the outlook (20th August) fizzle out into small, choppy, poor surf.

So, if you’re looking for the best waves in the whole 16 days, it’s Thursday 6th and Friday 7th of August. Clean, powerful, and consistent. The long period on Friday means it might be a bit tricky, but it’s still a great session. Don’t sleep on Saturday morning either, with that glassy, clean surface.

Rusty out.

Short Range Forecast

Moderate rain (total 14mm), heaviest on Wed night. Very mild (max 17°C on Wed afternoon, min 9°C on Fri morning). Winds decreasing (fresh winds from the NW on Wed afternoon, calm by Fri night).

Days 5-7 Weather Summary

Heavy rain (total 22mm), heaviest during Sun morning. Very mild (max 16°C on Sat afternoon, min 10°C on Sat night). Winds increasing (calm on Sat afternoon, strong winds from the SSE by Sun morning).

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Saturday
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SW
15
2.2
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14
2
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13
2.2
SSW
12
2.1
SSW
12
2.1
SSW
15
2.3
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2.1
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1.7
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13
2.4
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14
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12
1.2
SSW
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21
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Metric surfscale
Energy kJ
979
1719
1326
1453
1412
1911
2336
1759
961
2313
2084
2282
3234
766
1380
1441
756
1136
376
890
Wind (km/h)
35
NNW
30
N
10
SSE
20
SSE
15
ESE
10
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10
SSW
5
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5
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40
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High Tide
7:37PM1.34m
8:16AM1.11m
8:46PM1.25m
9:49AM1.06m
10:22PM1.21m
11:32AM1.10m
11:56PM1.26m
12:49PM1.23m
1:06AM1.36m
1:46PM1.39m
2:01AM1.47m
2:32PM1.53m
2:47AM1.55m
Low Tide
2:06AM0.40m
2:11PM0.49m
3:28AM0.46m
3:46PM0.55m
5:10AM0.44m
5:37PM0.52m
6:34AM0.34m
6:58PM0.39m
7:33AM0.22m
7:56PM0.25m
8:21AM0.10m
8:45PM0.13m
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Temp °C
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Information about the Strand (Pipe) Surf forecast

The above surf forecast table for Strand (Pipe) provides essential information for determining whether the surfing conditions will be good over the next 16 days. A general guide to surfing at Strand (Pipe) can be found by selecting the local surf guide option on the grey menu. Our Strand (Pipe) 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 (Strand (Pipe)) 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 Strand (Pipe) 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.

Strand (Pipe) is 18 km (11 miles) from the city of Grabouw. If you plan a holiday in Cape Town, look for hotels and other accommodation in Grabouw. Grabouw has rooms for a wide range of budgets as well as car hire and transport links.

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