Surf Forecasts:
Vredenberg Point surf forecast from 13 Aug 2026:
- Best quality surf: Monday 17 Aug, 2AM (local time) - 10ft (3.0m), 14s period, WSW swell with glassy winds.
- Most powerful swell: Monday 17 Aug, 2AM (local time) - 10ft (3.0m), 14s period, WSW swell with 3,174 kJ wave energy.
- Next surfable swell (1★+): Friday 14 Aug, 8PM (local time) - 5.5ft (1.7m), 14s period with WSW 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 Friday (Aug 14) at 8PM. The primary swell is predicted to be 1.7m and 14s period with a secondary swell of 0.8m and 5s. The wind is predicted to be cross-offshore as the swell arrives.
The most powerful waves expected at Vredenberg Point in the next 16 days are 3.0m 14s and forecast to arrive on Monday (Aug 17) at 2AM. Winds are predicted to be glassy at the time the swell arrives. The largest open ocean swell (not directed at the beach) is 0.9m 4s period and expected on Friday (Aug 14) at 2AM.
| Wave Type | Time (SAST) & Date | Wave Height & Period |
|---|---|---|
| Next good surf (1 star+) | 8PM (Fri 14th Aug) | 5.5ft (1.7m) 14s |
| Best Surf | 2AM (Mon 17th Aug) | 10ft (3.0m) 14s |
| Most Powerful | 2AM (Mon 17th Aug) | 10ft (3.0m) 14s |
Table - best surf conditions forecast for Vredenberg Point over the next 16 days.
The Lowdown
Alright, Rusty here. Let’s have a look at what’s cookin’ at Vredenberg Point.
First things first, the water’s mighty cold—way colder than normal for this time of year, at 55°. That’s a solid 5° chillier than average, so a good 5/4 steamer is the go. Don’t even think about a spring suit.
Okay, the outlook starts slow. We’ve got some swell, but the conditions are all over the place. The first real chance to get excited about is Saturday morning, August 15th. We’ve got a clean 6ft swell coming from the WSW with a 14-second period. That’s a proper groundswell, and with the SE offshore wind at just 3 mph, it’ll be glassy with some nice lines. The wave energy is moderate (1328), so it’s got enough push for a fun session. This is an exposed point, so that long-period swell will wrap in nicely.
Then, Monday morning, August 17th, is a standout. The swell picks up to a solid 8ft from the WSW, and the wind goes completely glassy. That’s the magic word. The period is still a solid 13 seconds, and the energy jumps to strong (2412). This is excellent for experienced surfers—anything over 8ft at a point break with that kind of period and no wind? *Chef’s kiss.* Expect some long, grinding walls, but it’ll be a heavy one, so not for the faint-hearted. The morning is your window, as the afternoon gets chopped up by a 12 mph SSW cross-onshore.
If you miss that, there’s another promising window on Friday morning, August 21st. The swell drops to 5ft from the SW, 12-second period, with a light N cross-off breeze at 6 mph. It’ll be clean again, and while the energy is a bit lower (749), it’s still a good, manageable size for an intermediate. A nice, cruisy session before the weekend mess arrives.
The last real highlight is Monday morning, August 24th. The swell is smaller, 5ft from the WSW, 12-second period, but the wind goes glassy again. The energy is moderate (1030), and the conditions will be clean and fun. Perfect for a few hours of solo waves if you can get out before the afternoon wind kicks up. Keep in mind crowds are possible here sometimes, so an early paddle is your best bet.
The second week gets a bit messy. The 22nd has a solid 8ft swell, but the cross-shore wind will chop it up. The 28th sees a huge 12ft and 10ft swell, but the energy is through the roof (over 4400), and the wind is a mess. That’s a washout for a point break—too big and too windy. Looks more like a kite day than a paddle day.
All in, the best bets are Saturday the 15th morning, Monday the 17th morning, Friday the 21st morning, and Monday the 24th morning. Get in the water when the wind is light or offshore, and you’ll be rewarded.
Rusty.
Short Range ForecastMostly dry. Very mild (max 17°C on Sat night, min 12°C on Fri morning). Wind will be generally light. | Days 5-7 Weather SummaryMostly dry. Very mild (max 18°C on Tue afternoon, min 13°C on Mon night). Wind will be generally light. | ||||||||||||||||||
Friday 14 | Saturday 15 | Sunday 16 | Monday 17 | Tuesday 18 | Wednesday 19 | ||||||||||||||
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 16 | WSW 15 | WSW 15 | WSW 14 | WSW 14 | WSW 14 | WSW 14 | WSW 14 | WSW 14 | WSW 14 | WSW 13 | WSW 13 | WSW 13 | WSW 13 | SW 13 | SW 12 | SW 12 | SW 12 | SW 11 |
Wave Graph | |||||||||||||||||||
1766 | 1292 | 1413 | 1196 | 1179 | 1487 | 1487 | 1531 | 1913 | 3174 | 2586 | 2245 | 1811 | 1362 | 1067 | 1682 | 1659 | 1180 | 701 | |
Wind (km/h) | |||||||||||||||||||
Wind State on-shore cross-onshore cross-shore cross-offshore off-shore glassy | cross-off | cross | cross | cross-off | glassy | cross-on | on | cross | on | glassy | cross-on | cross | cross | cross | cross-on | cross-on | cross-on | cross-on | cross |
High Tide | 4:10AM1.61m | 4:30PM1.74m | 4:47AM1.56m | 5:05PM1.69m | 5:23AM1.48m | 5:40PM1.60m | 5:59AM1.37m | 6:14PM1.47m | 6:35AM1.26m | 6:50PM1.33m | 7:16AM1.14m | 7:33PM1.19m | |||||||
Low Tide | 10:07PM0.02m | 10:16AM0.01m | 10:46PM0.04m | 10:51AM0.07m | 11:22PM0.10m | 11:25AM0.16m | 11:57PM0.20m | 11:58AM0.27m | 00:32AM0.31m | 12:31PM0.40m | 1:09AM0.44m | 1:09PM0.53m | 1:57AM0.56m | ||||||
— | 7:26 | — | — | 7:26 | — | — | 7:24 | — | — | 7:24 | — | — | 7:22 | — | — | 7:22 | — | — | |
6:17 | — | 6:19 | — | — | 6:20 | — | — | 6:20 | — | — | 6:21 | — | — | 6:22 | — | — | 6:22 | — | |
mm | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — |
Temp °C | 16 | 13 | 14 | 14 | 14 | 16 | 17 | 15 | 16 | 16 | 16 | 17 | 15 | 15 | 18 | 18 | 17 | 17 | 16 |
Feels °C | 11 | 10 | 13 | 13 | 13 | 11 | 14 | 14 | 14 | 14 | 17 | 14 | 10 | 12 | 15 | 14 | 14 | 13 | 12 |
Swell 1 Height (m) Direction Period (s) | WSW 16 | WSW 15 | WSW 15 | WSW 14 | WSW 14 | WSW 14 | WSW 14 | WSW 14 | WSW 14 | WSW 14 | WSW 13 | WSW 13 | WSW 13 | WSW 13 | SW 13 | SW 12 | SW 12 | SW 12 | SW 11 |
1766 | 1292 | 1413 | 1196 | 1179 | 1487 | 1487 | 1531 | 1913 | 3174 | 2586 | 2245 | 1811 | 1362 | 1067 | 1682 | 1659 | 1180 | 701 | |
Swell 2 Height (m) Direction Period (s) | — | — | WNW 5 | WNW 5 | W 6 | — | — | SW 11 | — | — | — | W 16 | — | SW 13 | WSW 12 | — | — | — | — |
— | — | 33 | 21 | 35 | — | — | 19 | — | — | — | 131 | — | 511 | 313 | — | — | — | — | |
Swell 3 Height (m) Direction Period (s) | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — |
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Wind waves Height (m) Direction Period (s) | NNW 4 | NW 5 | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | S 4 | S 6 | S 6 | S 6 | — | S 5 | S 6 |
29 | 34 | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | 30 | 80 | 127 | 143 | — | 65 | 92 | |
Nearest Offshore or Glassy | |||||||||||||||||||
Distance (km) | 84 | 158 | 70 | 0 | 0 | 15 | 13 | 113 | 15 | 15 | 15 | 122 | 13 | 13 | 15 | 3 | 13 | 18 | 3 |
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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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