Vredenberg Point Surf Break

Lat Long: 32.82° S 17.85° E

Vredenberg Point Surf Forecast and Surf Report

Issued: 7 am 01 Sep 2026 (local time)

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Today's Vredenberg Point sea temperature is
12.6°C
2.9° 

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


Vredenberg Point surf forecast from 1 Sep 2026:

  • Best quality surf: Tuesday 1 Sep, 11PM (local time) - 11ft (3.5m), 13s period, SW swell with cross-shore winds.
  • Most powerful swell: Wednesday 2 Sep, 5AM (local time) - 11ft (3.5m), 14s period, SW swell with 3,844 kJ wave energy.
  • Next surfable swell (1★+): Tuesday 1 Sep, 11PM (local time) - 11ft (3.5m), 13s 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 Tuesday (Sep 01) at 11PM. The primary swell is predicted to be 3.5m and 13s period. 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 3.5m 14s and forecast to arrive on Wednesday (Sep 02) 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 1.1m 5s period and expected on Tuesday (Sep 08) at 11AM.

Wave TypeTime (SAST) & Date Wave Height & Period
Next good surf (1 star+)11PM (Tue 1st Sep)11ft (3.5m) 13s
Best Surf11PM (Tue 1st Sep)11ft (3.5m) 13s
Most Powerful 5AM (Wed 2nd Sep)11ft (3.5m) 14s

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


The Lowdown

Alright folks, Rusty here. Let’s take a look at what’s cooking for Vredenberg Point over the next couple of weeks.

We’ve got a proper mixed bag on the way. The forecast kicks off with a big, angry swell that’s gonna be tough to handle, but hold tight – there are a couple of absolute gems hiding in there if you’re prepared to wait for ‘em. The first few days are pretty much a write-off for a decent paddle, but the second half of the first week and into the start of the second week holds some real promise, especially for the experienced crew.

Tuesday 1st September is a no-go. There’s a solid 8ft swell from the southwest, but the wind is howling onshore at 16 mph, turning it into a messy, choppy nightmare. The water is a chilly 55°, which is a whopping 5° colder than normal for this time of year – that’s very unusual, so you’ll be needing the thickest wetsuit you’ve got. The combined energy is a massive 2187, but it’s all for nothing in these conditions.

Wednesday 2nd September morning is a bit of a tease. The swell is still a meaty 10ft from the southwest, and the wind is lighter, but it’s still cross-onshore. The wave energy is huge at 3348, but the forecast warns it’s simply too big for this break. Afternoon sees the wind pick up again and the quality drops right off. Not the day.

Thursday 3rd September morning is where it starts to get interesting. The swell has dropped to a solid 7ft from the WSW, but the real story is the wind. A light 6 mph cross-offshore breeze from the ESE is going to make the lineup clean. The combined energy is still a strong 1492. This is a serious session for experienced surfers only – the size and power will be a lot for anyone else. The afternoon turns into a chaotic mess as a near gale rips through, so make the most of the morning.

Friday 4th September is a step back, with strong cross-shore winds and an 8ft swell from the south. The energy is moderate, but the wind is a problem. A skip day.

Saturday 5th September morning is a nice little recovery. The swell is down to 5ft from the south, and with a light 6 mph cross-offshore breeze, conditions are clean. The energy is a mild 465 – not a powerhouse, but it’ll be fun. The best of the small stuff. Afternoon the wind swings back onshore, so get your session in early.

Sunday 6th September morning is the standout of the entire forecast. This is the one to circle. We’ve got a 5ft groundswell from the southwest with a long 16-second period, and the wind is a perfect 6 mph offshore from the northeast. The lineup will be glassy and clean. The combined energy is a healthy 1325, meaning there’s plenty of push. This is a point break, so that long period will wrap in beautifully, offering long, lined-up waves. For experienced surfers, this is as good as it gets. The afternoon fades a bit with a cross-onshore wind.

Monday 7th September morning is another good one. A 5ft swell from the SSW with a clean cross-offshore breeze. The energy is 775. It won’t be as perfect as Sunday, but it’s a very solid session.

After that, the surf tails off. Tuesday 8th through Wednesday 9th sees the swell drop below 3ft, and the wind is messy. A quiet patch.

Thursday 10th September morning, we get a pulse of 6ft swell from the WSW, but the wind is light and cross-onshore, creating a little bump. The energy is 1578, but it’s not clean enough to call it a standout.

Friday 11th September morning is your second big shout. A 6ft swell from the WSW with a 13-second period, and the wind is glassy – absolutely zero breeze. The lineup will be pristine. The energy is 1189. This is a serious session for experienced surfers again, as 6ft at a point with this power is a handful. Afternoon, the wind picks up and ruins it.

The rest of the second week, from Saturday 12th September onwards, the swell is inconsistent and small. The wind is mostly strong and onshore, creating choppy, lumpy conditions. The energy is weak, mostly under 1000. Not worth paddling out.

So, to sum it up: Sunday 6th September morning is your absolute best bet – clean, offshore, and a long-period groundswell that will make Vredenberg Point fire. Friday 11th September morning is a close second if you can handle the size. Get on it.

Rusty.

Short Range Forecast

Light rain (total 8mm), mostly falling on Thu morning. Very mild (max 15°C on Wed afternoon, min 11°C on Tue morning). Mainly near gales.

Days 4-6 Weather Summary

Mostly dry. Warm (max 23°C on Sun night, min 12°C on Fri night). Winds decreasing (fresh winds from the SSE on Fri morning, light winds from the SE by Sat morning).

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Height (m)
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SW
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14
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Wave Graph
Metric surfscale
Energy kJ
2187
2824
3781
3348
2837
2173
1344
3508
1494
1039
951
741
398
484
854
991
543
381
673
721
522
Wind (km/h)
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15
SSE
15
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25
SSW
15
NNE
10
ESE
55
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40
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35
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High Tide
5:39PM1.56m
6:04AM1.36m
6:20PM1.45m
6:52AM1.24m
7:14PM1.31m
8:01AM1.12m
8:35PM1.19m
9:50AM1.08m
10:30PM1.16m
11:36AM1.16m
00:03AM1.25m
12:45PM1.32m
1:05AM1.37m
Low Tide
11:23AM0.20m
11:55PM0.20m
12:01PM0.30m
00:39AM0.31m
12:48PM0.42m
1:39AM0.43m
1:58PM0.55m
3:14AM0.52m
4:00PM0.61m
5:14AM0.49m
5:55PM0.51m
6:31AM0.37m
7:02PM0.36m
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6:58
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6:30
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Temp °C
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Feels °C
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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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