Surf Forecasts:
Vredenberg Point surf forecast from 20 Aug 2026:
- Best quality surf: Thursday 20 Aug, 8PM (local time) - 10ft (3.0m), 12s period, SW swell with cross-shore winds.
- Most powerful swell: Tuesday 25 Aug, 8AM (local time) - 8ft (2.5m), 14s period, SSW swell with 3,108 kJ wave energy.
- Next surfable swell (1★+): Thursday 20 Aug, 8PM (local time) - 10ft (3.0m), 12s period with SW swell.
Best Forecast Surf Conditions for Vredenberg Point this week:
The surf forecast for Vredenberg Point over the next 16 days: The first swell (rated 1 star or higher) is forecast to arrive on Thursday (Aug 20) at 8PM. The primary swell is predicted to be 3.0m and 12s period with a secondary swell of 1.0m and 5s. The wind is predicted to be cross-shore as the swell arrives.
The most powerful waves expected at Vredenberg Point in the next 16 days are 2.5m 14s and forecast to arrive on Tuesday (Aug 25) at 8AM. Winds are predicted to be cross-shore at the time the swell arrives. The largest open ocean swell (not directed at the beach) is 0.8m 4s period and expected on Wednesday (Aug 26) at 2PM.
| Wave Type | Time (SAST) & Date | Wave Height & Period |
|---|---|---|
| Next good surf (1 star+) | 8PM (Thu 20th Aug) | 10ft (3.0m) 12s |
| Best Surf | 8PM (Thu 20th Aug) | 10ft (3.0m) 12s |
| Most Powerful | 8AM (Tue 25th Aug) | 8ft (2.5m) 14s |
Table - best surf conditions forecast for Vredenberg Point over the next 16 days.
The Lowdown
Alright, Rusty here. Let’s have a proper look at what’s coming down the pipe for Vredenberg Point.
We’ve got a bit of a wild ride ahead. The forecast kicks off with a lot of energy, but it’s not all gonna be user-friendly. The water’s sitting at 57°, which is a bit colder than normal for this time of year – a good couple of degrees off, so you’ll want that extra mm on the rubber.
The main story for the next week is big, powerful SW swells hammering the point, but the wind is frequently a problem. Thursday afternoon (20th August) is a washout for paddle surfing – we’re talking 10ft of SW groundswell at 13 seconds, with a massive 3057 (strong wave energy) on the combined scale, but that 19 mph south cross-wind will make it a messy, lumpy battle. That’s a big, challenging wave only for the very experienced, and even then, the wind will ruin it.
Friday (21st) and the weekend are a write-off for quality. Friday morning has some size at 7ft, but the wind is cross. Saturday morning (22nd August) is the first real glimmer – 4ft of SSW swell with *zero* wind. Glassy conditions, but the swell is a bit small and the period is only 10 seconds, so it’s not a standout. Saturday afternoon gets ruined by the wind again.
The first true standout window is Tuesday morning, 25th August. The swell drops to a much more manageable 7ft from the SW, and the period jumps to a very long 14 seconds – that’s proper groundswell. This is a point break, so the long period will wrap in and set up beautifully. The wind is a light SE cross-off at 9 mph, leaving it clean. The combined energy is still a strong 2258, but the conditions are described as "excellent for experienced surfers." This is the session to circle. Be aware that with swell over 7ft, it’s pushing into expert territory, and the point can get a bit shifty with that long period, but the quality should be top-notch. Crowds are sometimes an issue here, so get in early.
After that, we get a couple of quieter, cleaner days. Wednesday afternoon (26th August) is worth a mention – a clean 5ft from the WSW with glassy conditions and a light north breeze at 3 mph. Very clean, small, good for a longboard. The energy is moderate (924). Then Monday morning 31st August brings another glassy one – 5ft SSW, clean, light winds, 10-second period, and a combined energy of 630. Good, fun small-wave options.
Then things get unreliable and messy again through the start of September. The big news at the very end of the run is Wednesday afternoon, 2nd September. The model is spitting out a massive 16ft WSW groundswell at 14 seconds. That’s an absolute monster – combined energy of 9884, which is very, very strong. The wind is light cross-on, which is the only saving grace, but the note is clear: “wind and tide favorable, but the swell is predicted to be too big for this break.” That is a serious, serious swell that will be dangerous and likely close out the point. Only absolute experts with a death wish, and even then, the setup might be more interesting for big-wave tow surfing or even kite surfing, given the relentless power. The following morning (3rd September) is glassy with 10ft, but that is still an enormous wave for this spot.
The Standout: Without a doubt, Tuesday morning, 25th August. That 7ft SW groundswell with a 14-second period and clean, offshore-angled breeze is the clear winner for quality, manageable power, and good shape.
The Honourable Mention: Monday morning, 31st August for a smaller, cleaner, fun session.
There are no good options at all from Thursday 27th afternoon through Sunday the 30th, and again from Tuesday 1st September morning through to the big, unmanageable swell.
Stay safe out there.
- Rusty
Short Range ForecastMostly dry. Very mild (max 16°C on Fri afternoon, min 12°C on Thu night). Winds decreasing (fresh winds from the S on Thu night, calm by Sat morning). | Days 5-7 Weather SummaryMostly dry. Warm (max 27°C on Tue night, min 12°C on Sun night). Winds decreasing (fresh winds from the S on Mon afternoon, calm by Tue night). | |||||||||||||||||||
Thu 20 | Friday 21 | Saturday 22 | Sunday 23 | Monday 24 | Tuesday 25 | Wednesday 26 | ||||||||||||||
PM | 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) | SW 13 | SW 12 | SW 11 | SW 11 | SW 11 | SSW 10 | SSW 13 | SSW 12 | WSW 13 | WSW 13 | WSW 12 | WSW 12 | WSW 11 | SW 15 | SW 14 | SW 14 | WSW 13 | WSW 13 | WSW 12 | WSW 12 |
Wave Graph | ||||||||||||||||||||
3057 | 1852 | 1214 | 1008 | 844 | 292 | 395 | 710 | 1528 | 1398 | 980 | 593 | 376 | 820 | 1918 | 1748 | 1216 | 787 | 628 | 405 | |
Wind (km/h) | ||||||||||||||||||||
Wind State on-shore cross-onshore cross-shore cross-offshore off-shore glassy | cross | cross | cross | cross-on | cross-on | glassy | cross-on | cross | cross | cross | cross | cross | cross | cross | cross-off | cross | cross-off | cross | glassy | cross-off |
High Tide | 8:37PM1.07m | 9:52AM0.96m | 10:27PM1.02m | 11:51AM1.00m | 00:05AM1.07m | 12:56PM1.11m | 1:01AM1.17m | 1:35PM1.23m | 1:40AM1.28m | 2:07PM1.36m | 2:13AM1.38m | 2:36PM1.47m | 2:44AM1.46m | |||||||
Low Tide | 2:01PM0.65m | 3:22AM0.64m | 4:00PM0.73m | 5:34AM0.63m | 6:10PM0.67m | 6:46AM0.54m | 7:08PM0.57m | 7:27AM0.43m | 7:46PM0.46m | 7:59AM0.32m | 8:18PM0.35m | 8:27AM0.23m | 8:47PM0.25m | |||||||
— | — | 7:20 | — | — | 7:18 | — | — | 7:16 | — | — | 7:16 | — | — | 7:15 | — | — | 7:13 | — | — | |
6:22 | — | — | 6:23 | — | — | 6:23 | — | — | 6:24 | — | — | 6:24 | — | — | 6:25 | — | — | 6:27 | — | |
mm | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — |
Temp °C | 15 | 13 | 14 | 16 | 13 | 14 | 16 | 15 | 15 | 16 | 15 | 15 | 15 | 15 | 20 | 25 | 27 | 24 | 23 | 16 |
Feels °C | 9 | 7 | 11 | 12 | 9 | 14 | 13 | 12 | 12 | 12 | 9 | 10 | 8 | 10 | 16 | 20 | 22 | 20 | 20 | 16 |
Swell 1 Height (m) Direction Period (s) | SW 13 | SW 12 | SW 11 | SW 11 | SW 11 | SSW 10 | SSW 13 | SSW 12 | WSW 13 | WSW 13 | WSW 12 | WSW 12 | WSW 11 | SW 15 | SW 14 | SW 14 | WSW 13 | WSW 13 | WSW 12 | WSW 12 |
3057 | 1852 | 1214 | 1008 | 844 | 292 | 395 | 710 | 1528 | 1398 | 980 | 593 | 376 | 820 | 1918 | 1748 | 1216 | 787 | 628 | 405 | |
Swell 2 Height (m) Direction Period (s) | — | — | — | — | WSW 11 | WSW 11 | WSW 10 | WSW 10 | SSW 12 | SSW 11 | — | SW 11 | SSW 13 | WSW 11 | W 11 | — | S 8 | S 10 | SSW 10 | SSW 10 |
— | — | — | — | 372 | 242 | 135 | 260 | 247 | 44 | — | 169 | 120 | 202 | 61 | — | 235 | 198 | 296 | 214 | |
Swell 3 Height (m) Direction Period (s) | — | — | — | — | — | SSW 14 | SW 17 | WSW 14 | — | — | — | — | — | SW 10 | — | — | — | SSW 12 | NNW 5 | NNW 5 |
— | — | — | — | — | 123 | 11 | 508 | — | — | — | — | — | 122 | — | — | — | 58 | 31 | 7 | |
Wind waves Height (m) Direction Period (s) | — | — | S 6 | S 7 | — | — | — | — | — | S 5 | S 6 | S 6 | SSW 6 | S 7 | S 7 | S 7 | — | — | — | — |
— | — | 113 | 86 | — | — | — | — | — | 59 | 106 | 106 | 308 | 415 | 279 | 206 | — | — | — | — | |
Nearest Offshore or Glassy | ||||||||||||||||||||
Distance (km) | 152 | 13 | 3 | 18 | 15 | 0 | 15 | 13 | 13 | 114 | 13 | 15 | 212 | 13 | 0 | 15 | 0 | 144 | 0 | 0 |
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Information about the Vredenberg Point Surf forecast
The above surf forecast table for Vredenberg Point provides essential information for determining whether the surfing conditions will be good over the next 16 days. A general guide to surfing at Vredenberg Point can be found by selecting the local surf guide option on the grey menu. Our Vredenberg Point 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 (Vredenberg Point) 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 Vredenberg Point 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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