Surf Forecasts:
Vredenberg Point surf forecast from 19 Aug 2026:
- Best quality surf: Thursday 20 Aug, 11AM (local time) - 10ft (3.0m), 13s period, SW swell with cross-shore winds.
- Most powerful swell: Thursday 20 Aug, 11AM (local time) - 10ft (3.0m), 13s period, SW swell with 3,250 kJ wave energy.
- Next surfable swell (1★+): Thursday 20 Aug, 11AM (local time) - 10ft (3.0m), 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 Thursday (Aug 20) at 11AM. The primary swell is predicted to be 3.0m 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 3.0m 13s and forecast to arrive on Thursday (Aug 20) at 11AM. Winds are predicted to be cross-shore at the time the swell arrives.
| Wave Type | Time (SAST) & Date | Wave Height & Period |
|---|---|---|
| Next good surf (1 star+) | 11AM (Thu 20th Aug) | 10ft (3.0m) 13s |
| Best Surf | 11AM (Thu 20th Aug) | 10ft (3.0m) 13s |
| Most Powerful | 11AM (Thu 20th Aug) | 10ft (3.0m) 13s |
Table - best surf conditions forecast for Vredenberg Point over the next 16 days.
The Lowdown
Alright folks, let's talk about what's coming down the line.
The one and only spot on the menu is Vredenberg Point, and it's going to be a game of patience. The first few days are a no-go – too much swell for the break, which is a shame because the water is sitting at a chilly 56°, which is over 4° colder than normal. You're going to need a thick wetsuit.
The first real bright spot is Thursday, August 22nd. That morning we get a lovely, clean 4ft swell from the SSW with a 10-second period and glassy, flat conditions. It's not a monster, but it'll be a pure, fun session on the point.
Then things get messy again for a few days. Keep an eye on Sunday, August 25th. The morning shows a 6ft swell from the SW with a good, long 14-second period (that's real groundswell) and a light breeze. The tide could be a factor, but it's got potential.
Now, for the big boys. Thursday, August 29th, that morning is a monster: 13ft from the SSW, a 12-second period, and clean. That's a huge amount of energy (4521). But honestly, at Vredenberg Point, 13ft is too big. This is for experts only, and they'll have their hands full.
The absolute standout, the one I'm buzzing about, is Tuesday, September 3rd. The morning is looking unreal: a solid 10ft swell from the west with a very long 14-second period, and dead calm, glassy conditions. The energy is enormous (3594). While 10ft is a fair chunk of wave for the point, that glass and the long period are going to create some absolute perfection. This is a day for the experienced crew to lock in.
So, for the more casual surfer, that Thursday the 22nd is your perfect, clean window. If you've got the skills and the nerve, Tuesday, September 3rd is shaping up to be a day to remember. There's plenty of chop and onshore muck in between, so choose your moment.
Rusty.
Short Range ForecastMostly dry. Very mild (max 15°C on Thu morning, min 12°C on Wed morning). Winds decreasing (fresh winds from the S on Wed afternoon, light winds from the S by Fri night). | Days 4-6 Weather SummaryMostly dry. Very mild (max 17°C on Mon afternoon, min 13°C on Sat morning). Winds increasing (calm on Sat morning, fresh winds from the S by Mon afternoon). | ||||||||||||||||||||
Wednesday 19 | Thursday 20 | Friday 21 | Saturday 22 | Sunday 23 | Monday 24 | Tuesday 25 | |||||||||||||||
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Swell Height Map |  |  |  |  |  |  |  | ||||||||||||||
Wave Height (m) Direction Period (s) | SW 12 | SW 12 | SW 12 | SW 13 | SW 13 | SW 12 | SW 11 | SW 11 | SSW 10 | SSW 10 | SSW 13 | SSW 12 | WSW 13 | WSW 12 | WSW 12 | WSW 12 | WSW 11 | SW 14 | SW 14 | WSW 13 | WSW 12 |
Wave Graph  | |||||||||||||||||||||
 kJ | 2185 | 1550 | 1565 | 3250 | 2904 | 1852 | 851 | 743 | 532 | 292 | 389 | 605 | 1673 | 1333 | 980 | 723 | 394 | 813 | 1236 | 1198 | 703 |
Wind (km/h) | |||||||||||||||||||||
Wind State on-shore cross-onshore cross-shore cross-offshore off-shore glassy | cross | cross-on | cross | cross | cross | cross | cross-on | cross-on | cross-on | glassy | cross-on | cross | cross | cross | cross | cross | cross | cross | cross | cross | cross-off |
High Tide | 7:33PM1.19m | 8:12AM1.03m | 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 | ||||||||
Low Tide | 1:09PM0.53m | 1:57AM0.56m | 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 | ||||||||
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 | 7:22 | — | — | 7:20 | — | — | 7:20 | — | — | 7:18 | — | — | 7:16 | — | — | 7:16 | — | — | 7:15 | — | — |
 | — | 6:22 | — | — | 6:22 | — | — | 6:23 | — | — | 6:23 | — | — | 6:24 | — | — | 6:24 | — | — | 6:25 | — |
mm | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — |
Temp °C | 14 | 14 | 14 | 15 | 15 | 13 | 15 | 15 | 13 | 14 | 16 | 15 | 15 | 16 | 15 | 16 | 17 | 17 | 22 | 26 | 27 |
Feels °C | 8 | 7 | 10 | 11 | 9 | 7 | 11 | 11 | 8 | 13 | 13 | 13 | 12 | 11 | 9 | 11 | 11 | 11 | 19 | 23 | 22 |
Swell 1 Height (m) Direction Period (s) | SW 12 | SW 12 | SW 12 | SW 13 | SW 13 | SW 12 | SW 11 | SW 11 | WSW 11 | SSW 10 | SSW 13 | SSW 12 | WSW 13 | WSW 12 | WSW 12 | WSW 12 | WSW 11 | SW 14 | SW 14 | WSW 13 | WSW 12 |
| kJ | 2185 | 1550 | 1565 | 3250 | 2904 | 1852 | 851 | 743 | 317 | 292 | 389 | 605 | 1673 | 1333 | 980 | 723 | 394 | 813 | 1236 | 1198 | 703 |
Swell 2 Height (m) Direction Period (s) | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | WSW 11 | WSW 11 | WSW 10 | SW 10 | — | — | — | SSW 14 | SSW 10 | WSW 11 | W 11 | SW 18 | S 7 |
| kJ | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | 372 | 242 | 135 | 316 | — | — | — | 73 | 138 | 198 | 61 | 81 | 171 |
Swell 3 Height (m) Direction Period (s) | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | SSW 14 | WSW 17 | WSW 14 | — | — | — | — | SW 14 | SW 10 | — | SSW 11 | SW 15 |
| kJ | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | 123 | 29 | 508 | — | — | — | — | 203 | 148 | — | 24 | 505 |
Wind waves Height (m) Direction Period (s) | — | S 5 | — | — | S 4 | — | S 7 | S 7 | SSW 10 | — | — | — | — | SSW 4 | S 5 | S 6 | S 6 | S 7 | S 7 | S 7 | — |
| kJ | — | 71 | — | — | 10 | — | 146 | 120 | 532 | — | — | — | — | 31 | 95 | 101 | 181 | 316 | 187 | 157 | — |
Nearest Offshore or Glassy | |||||||||||||||||||||
Distance (km) | 152 | 148 | 13 | 15 | 167 | 13 | 13 | 18 | 15 | 0 | 18 | 13 | 13 | 122 | 13 | 13 | 237 | 13 | 3 | 13 | 0 |
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