Strand (Pipe) Surf Break

Lat Long: 34.12° S 18.83° E

Strand (Pipe) Surf Forecast and Surf Report

Issued: 1 pm 09 Aug 2026 (local time)

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Today's Strand (Pipe) sea temperature is
14.8° C
0.6° 

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 9 Aug 2026:

  • Best quality surf: Monday 10 Aug, 8PM (local time) - 7ft (2.1m), 10s period, S swell with offshore winds.
  • Most powerful swell: Sunday 9 Aug, 5PM (local time) - 11ft (3.5m), 12s period, SW swell with 3,017 kJ wave energy.
  • Next surfable swell (1★+): Monday 10 Aug, 8PM (local time) - 7ft (2.1m), 10s period with S 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 Monday (Aug 10) at 8PM. The primary swell is predicted to be 2.1m and 10s period with a secondary swell of 1.3m and 14s. Another secondary swell of 1.0m and 11s is also forecast. The wind is predicted to be offshore as the swell arrives.

The most powerful waves expected at Strand (Pipe) in the next 16 days are 3.5m 12s and forecast to arrive on Sunday (Aug 09) at 5PM. Winds are predicted to be cross-offshore at the time the swell arrives. The largest open ocean swell (not directed at the beach) is 2.3m 8s period and expected on Wednesday (Aug 12) at 2AM.

Wave TypeTime (SAST) & Date Wave Height & Period
Next good surf (1 star+) 8PM (Mon 10th Aug)7ft (2.1m) 10s
Best Surf 8PM (Mon 10th Aug)7ft (2.1m) 10s
Most Powerful 5PM (Sun 9th Aug)11ft (3.5m) 12s

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


The Lowdown

Alright, let’s get straight into it. Strand (Pipe) is the focus here, and it’s a classic sand-and-reef set-up that can handle a solid SW groundswell. The water temp is sitting at 59°, which is about average for this time of year, so a spring suit or a steamer is the go.

We’ve got a decent run of surf coming in, but the first couple of days are a bit messy. Sunday the 9th has a thumping 12ft SW swell with a 12-second period, but the wind is a cross-off from the SSE at 22 mph, so it’s gonna be a bit of a battle. The energy is absolutely pumping (5105), but it’s more of a power session than a clean one. Monday the 10th drops to 6ft from the S, still cross-off, and the energy drops right off to 744 – nothing to get excited about.

Now, Tuesday the 11th is where it starts to get interesting. Morning has a clean 6ft S swell with a 12-second period, and the wind is offshore from the E at 9 mph. That’s clean, lined-up waves. The energy is moderate (969). Afternoon drops a bit to 4ft from the SSW, but it’s still clean.

But the real standout is Wednesday the 12th. Glassy. Absolutely glassy. Morning wind is from the ENE at 3 mph, and it’s dead calm. The swell is 4ft from the SW with a 18-second period – that’s proper long-period groundswell. At a beach-and-reef set-up like Strand, waves with that period can sometimes be a bit too straight for the beach, but the energy is strong (1194), and the water is clean. This is the best on offer for the first week – a real session for the experienced surfer. Thursday the 13th is nearly as good, with 5ft SW swell, 18-second period, and glassy conditions again in the afternoon. Energy is 1686 (strong). That’s another cracker.

Friday the 14th and Saturday the 15th drop right off. Swell drops to under 3ft, and the energy is weak (370 to 323). Not worth paddling out for much. Sunday the 16th is tiny and weak.

Monday the 17th brings a new pulse: 6ft SW swell at 15 seconds, and glassy conditions in the morning. Energy is 1349 (strong). That’s a solid option for the keen crew, but it’s a one-day wonder. The rest of the second week goes quiet, with tiny swell and poor winds. There’s a gap from Tuesday the 18th through to Saturday the 22nd with very little on offer – mostly under 3ft and weak energy.

Then on Sunday the 23rd of August, we get a late pulse: 6ft SSW swell, 16-second period, but the wind is cross from the S at 6 mph, so it’s a bit lumpy. Energy is 1619 (strong) but the wind is a letdown. Monday the 24th is cleaner: 6ft SSW swell, 14-second period, and cross-off wind from the SSE at 9 mph. Energy is 1272 (strong), and the waves are clean. That’s a solid finish to the run, but it’s a long way out – keep an eye on it.

So, the pick of the week is Wednesday the 12th and Thursday the 13th. Glassy, long-period SW groundswell, strong energy, and clean. If you can get out there, do it. The second week is mostly a write-off, but Monday the 24th could be a nice surprise if the wind plays ball.

Rusty.

Short Range Forecast

Mostly dry. Very mild (max 17°C on Wed morning, min 10°C on Mon night). Winds decreasing (fresh winds from the SSE on Sun afternoon, calm by Wed morning).

Days 5-7 Weather Summary

Mostly dry. Warm (max 26°C on Fri afternoon, min 19°C on Wed night). Wind will be generally light.

Sun
9
Monday
10
Tuesday
11
Wednesday
12
Thursday
13
Friday
14
Saturday
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(10 max)
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3
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2
4
3
3
4
4
4
4
4
4
3
1
1
2
1
2
1
Swell
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Wave
Height (m)
Direction
Period (s)
3.5
SW
12
2.5
SW
11
1.8
S
9
2.2
S
10
2.3
S
13
1.8
S
12
1.2
SSW
12
1
SW
22
1.3
SW
18
1.3
SW
18
1.3
SW
16
1.6
SW
18
1.5
SW
17
1.1
SW
16
0.9
SW
15
1
SW
14
1
SW
14
1
SW
14
0.9
WSW
14
0.9
SW
14
Wave Graph
Metric surfscale
Energy kJ
3017
1685
528
951
1866
915
355
906
1101
985
920
1684
1297
627
370
412
363
373
318
268
Wind (km/h)
35
SSE
20
SE
25
SE
25
SE
20
E
15
E
10
ESE
15
E
5
ENE
0
S
15
ENE
10
NE
5
ESE
15
ENE
10
N
5
NNW
5
NNE
10
N
5
SSW
10
NNW
Wind State
cross-off
cross-off
cross-off
cross-off
off
off
cross-off
off
glassy
glassy
off
cross-off
glassy
cross-off
cross
cross-on
cross-off
cross
glassy
cross
High Tide
1:06AM1.36m
1:46PM1.39m
2:01AM1.47m
2:32PM1.53m
2:47AM1.55m
3:14PM1.64m
3:29AM1.58m
3:53PM1.70m
4:08AM1.58m
4:29PM1.71m
4:45AM1.53m
5:04PM1.66m
Low Tide
6:58PM0.39m
7:33AM0.22m
7:56PM0.25m
8:21AM0.10m
8:45PM0.13m
9:02AM0.02m
9:28PM0.05m
9:40AM-0.02m
10:08PM0.02m
10:16AM-0.01m
10:46PM0.04m
10:51AM0.05m
11:22PM0.10m
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7:28
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7:26
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7:24
7:24
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6:09
6:09
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6:12
6:12
6:13
6:14
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Temp °C
14
12
13
14
11
13
16
13
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26
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17
Feels °C
5
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9
15
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18
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19
21
17
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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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