
Surf Forecasts:
The Point (Elands Bay) surf forecast from 23 Jul 2026:
- Best quality surf: Friday 24 Jul, 2AM (local time) - 7ft (2.2m), 17s period, WSW swell with cross-offshore winds.
- Most powerful swell: Friday 24 Jul, 2AM (local time) - 7ft (2.2m), 17s period, WSW swell with 2,699 kJ wave energy.
- Next surfable swell (1★+): Friday 24 Jul, 2AM (local time) - 7ft (2.2m), 17s period with WSW swell.
Best Forecast Surf Conditions for The Point (Elands Bay) this week:
The surf forecast for The Point (Elands Bay) over the next 16 days: The first swell (rated 1 star or higher) is forecast to arrive on Friday (Jul 24) at 2AM. The primary swell is predicted to be 2.2m and 17s period. The wind is predicted to be cross-offshore as the swell arrives.
The most powerful waves expected at The Point (Elands Bay) in the next 16 days are 2.2m 17s and forecast to arrive on Friday (Jul 24) at 2AM. Winds are predicted to be cross-offshore at the time the swell arrives. The largest open ocean swell (not directed at the beach) is 0.7m 4s period and expected on Friday (Jul 24) at 8PM.
| Wave Type | Time (SAST) & Date | Wave Height & Period |
|---|---|---|
| Next good surf (1 star+) | 2AM (Fri 24th Jul) | 7ft (2.2m) 17s |
| Best Surf | 2AM (Fri 24th Jul) | 7ft (2.2m) 17s |
| Most Powerful | 2AM (Fri 24th Jul) | 7ft (2.2m) 17s |
Table - best surf conditions forecast for The Point (Elands Bay) over the next 16 days.
The Lowdown
Alright folks, Rusty here. Let’s have a proper look at what’s on offer.
The jewel in the crown for this stretch is The Point (Elands Bay). It’s a reef, point and rivermouth setup, exposed to the SW swell. The water temperature is about average for this time of year, so no surprises there.
The action kicks off Friday morning, 24 July. The Point will be firing with a solid 7ft WSW swell, and a very long period of 15 seconds. That’s a proper groundswell, tons of energy (2042 combined energy). The wind is light and cross-off from the ENE, so it’ll be clean. This is the standout of the whole period – big, powerful, and for experienced surfers only. It’s too big for beginners. The afternoon sees the wind pick up and the swell drops a touch, but still a solid 7ft.
Saturday morning, 25 July, the swell is still a very rideable 5ft from the WSW, period at 13 seconds. The wind is offshore from the SE, making for clean conditions. This is another excellent window. The afternoon is similar, a little smaller at 5ft, but still a great option.
Sunday the 26th sees a change. The wind swings onshore and the quality drops right off. The swell is still 5ft, but the wind is a mess. Monday the 27th is a mixed bag. The morning has a 5ft SW swell, but the wind is strong. The afternoon, however, is a hidden gem: a 5ft SW swell with a clean cross-off breeze and moderate energy (1022). That’s a good session.
Tuesday the 28th is another cracker. Morning has a 5ft SW swell with a 15-second period, offshore wind, and clean conditions. Excellent. The afternoon holds similar with gentle offshore winds. This is a top-tier day.
Wednesday the 29th sees the swell drop to 4ft, still clean, but much smaller. It’s a good day for a longboard or a beginner. From Thursday the 30th through to Saturday the 1st of August, the surf gets really poor. The swell is small, and the wind is howling – fresh breezes make it ugly. There’s a gap of a few days with nothing to write home about.
Sunday the 2nd of August is a write-off with onshore winds.
Monday the 3rd of August has a small 3ft WSW swell, but the morning is clean and light. Nothing special. Tuesday the 4th of August is glassy in the morning with a 3ft WSW swell. That’s a rare treat – dead calm, clean, but small. Wednesday the 5th of August brings a nice little pulse. The morning sees a 6ft WSW swell, 13-second period, and light offshore winds. Very good surf conditions, with 918 combined energy. The afternoon holds similar. This is a genuine second standout for the period.
Thursday the 6th of August is blown out by strong cross-on winds. The swell is 5ft, but the wind ruins it. Friday the 7th of August has a clean afternoon with a 4ft WSW swell and light wind. A decent end to the week. Saturday the 8th of August is a no-go with cross-on winds.
Bottom line: If you can get out there Friday the 24th or Tuesday the 28th, you’ll be in for a treat. Wednesday the 5th of August is also a very solid option. The rest is a mix of small, blown-out, or just average. The Point can get crowded sometimes, so keep that in mind for the good days.
Rusty.
Short Range ForecastMostly dry. Warm (max 28°C on Sun afternoon, min 13°C on Thu night). Wind will be generally light. | Days 5-7 Weather SummaryMostly dry. Warm (max 21°C on Tue afternoon, min 11°C on Sun night). Wind will be generally light. | ||||||||||||||||||
Friday 24 | Saturday 25 | Sunday 26 | Monday 27 | Tuesday 28 | Wednesday 29 | ||||||||||||||
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) | WSW 17 | WSW 15 | WSW 14 | WSW 13 | WSW 13 | WSW 13 | SW 12 | WSW 12 | WSW 12 | WSW 12 | SW 12 | SW 12 | SW 16 | SW 15 | SW 14 | SW 14 | SW 14 | SW 13 | SW 13 |
Wave Graph | |||||||||||||||||||
2699 | 2042 | 1644 | 1018 | 784 | 601 | 597 | 518 | 518 | 451 | 798 | 561 | 1829 | 1219 | 1031 | 799 | 465 | 400 | 277 | |
Wind (km/h) | |||||||||||||||||||
Wind State on-shore cross-onshore cross-shore cross-offshore off-shore glassy | cross-off | cross-off | cross-off | off | off | cross-off | cross-off | cross | cross-on | cross-off | cross-off | cross-off | off | off | off | cross-off | cross-off | cross-off | cross-off |
High Tide | 11:07PM1.18m | 12:09PM1.13m | 00:18AM1.21m | 1:07PM1.21m | 1:13AM1.28m | 1:51PM1.30m | 1:56AM1.36m | 2:28PM1.40m | 2:33AM1.44m | 3:01PM1.49m | 3:07AM1.50m | 3:33PM1.57m | 3:39AM1.55m | ||||||
Low Tide | 6:01AM0.57m | 6:24PM0.66m | 7:01AM0.51m | 7:21PM0.58m | 7:45AM0.42m | 8:03PM0.49m | 8:22AM0.33m | 8:39PM0.41m | 8:53AM0.26m | 9:11PM0.33m | 9:23AM0.20m | 9:42PM0.28m | |||||||
— | 7:41 | — | — | 7:41 | — | — | 7:39 | — | — | 7:39 | — | — | 7:39 | — | — | 7:37 | — | — | |
6:04 | — | 6:04 | — | — | 6:05 | — | — | 6:05 | — | — | 6:06 | — | — | 6:07 | — | — | 6:07 | — | |
mm | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — |
Temp °C | 14 | 15 | 18 | 16 | 19 | 23 | 22 | 25 | 28 | 20 | 14 | 20 | 16 | 16 | 21 | 19 | 14 | 19 | 20 |
Feels °C | 14 | 14 | 15 | 12 | 16 | 21 | 17 | 18 | 21 | 18 | 10 | 17 | 12 | 13 | 17 | 15 | 10 | 15 | 15 |
Swell 1 Height (m) Direction Period (s) | WSW 17 | WSW 15 | WSW 14 | WSW 13 | WSW 13 | WSW 13 | SW 12 | WSW 12 | WSW 12 | WSW 12 | SW 12 | SW 12 | SW 16 | SW 15 | SW 14 | SW 14 | SW 14 | SW 13 | SW 13 |
2699 | 2042 | 1644 | 1018 | 784 | 601 | 597 | 518 | 518 | 451 | 798 | 561 | 1829 | 1219 | 1031 | 799 | 465 | 400 | 277 | |
Swell 2 Height (m) Direction Period (s) | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | NNE 3 | N 4 | — | WSW 16 | SW 18 | — | — | — | — | NNE 4 | N 5 | — |
— | — | — | — | — | — | — | 1 | 2 | — | 25 | 319 | — | — | — | — | 1 | 2 | — | |
Swell 3 Height (m) Direction Period (s) | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | WSW 15 | — | — | — | — | — | N 6 | — |
— | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | 142 | — | — | — | — | — | 3 | — | |
Wind waves Height (m) Direction Period (s) | — | — | — | S 4 | — | — | — | NE 3 | — | SW 6 | S 3 | — | — | — | — | ESE 2 | NE 4 | ENE 4 | N 3 |
— | — | — | 10 | — | — | — | 4 | — | 75 | 4 | — | — | — | — | 1 | 8 | 11 | 2 | |
Nearest Offshore or Glassy | |||||||||||||||||||
Distance (km) | 0 | 0 | 57 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 54 | 54 | 202 | 369 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 15 |
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Information about the The Point (Elands Bay) Surf forecast
The above surf forecast table for The Point (Elands Bay) provides essential information for determining whether the surfing conditions will be good over the next 16 days. A general guide to surfing at The Point (Elands Bay) can be found by selecting the local surf guide option on the grey menu. Our The Point (Elands Bay) 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 (The Point (Elands Bay)) 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 The Point (Elands Bay) 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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