Vredenberg Point Surf Break

Lat Long: 32.82° S 17.85° E

Vredenberg Point Surf Forecast and Surf Report

Issued: 7 pm 09 Jul 2026 (local time)

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Today's Vredenberg Point sea temperature is
14.7° C
0.8° 

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 9 Jul 2026:

  • Best quality surf: Friday 10 Jul, 2AM (local time) - 10ft (3.0m), 13s period, SSW swell with cross-shore winds.
  • Most powerful swell: Friday 10 Jul, 5AM (local time) - 10ft (3.0m), 13s period, SSW swell with 2,887 kJ wave energy.
  • Next surfable swell (1★+): Friday 10 Jul, 2AM (local time) - 10ft (3.0m), 13s period with SSW 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 (Jul 10) at 2AM. 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 Friday (Jul 10) at 5AM. Winds are predicted to be cross-shore at the time the swell arrives.

Wave TypeTime (SAST) & Date Wave Height & Period
Next good surf (1 star+) 2AM (Fri 10th Jul)10ft (3.0m) 13s
Best Surf 2AM (Fri 10th Jul)10ft (3.0m) 13s
Most Powerful 5AM (Fri 10th Jul)10ft (3.0m) 13s

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


Alright folks, Rusty here. Let’s get stuck into this one.

We’ve got a mixed bag on the horizon. The main player around here is Vredenberg Point, a fairly consistent point break that loves a good SW swell. Water temps are about average for this time of year, nothing out of the ordinary. The pattern starts with a big pulse that’s way too much for the spot, then settles into some cleaner windows, but there are a few days where it’s just not worth it.

Friday, July 10th is a write-off. The swell is pumping a massive 10 ft from the SSW with a solid 13-second period, but the combined energy is a massive 2625 – way too much for this break. The wind is a messy cross-shore, making it a total no-go. Afternoon is similar, just a bit smaller but still messy.

Saturday, July 11th morning is the absolute standout. The swell drops to a manageable 7 ft from the SSW, still a decent 12-second period, and the wind comes in from the ESE as a light cross-offshore breeze. The water will be clean, the energy is still strong (1683), and it’s set up perfectly for experienced surfers. This is the one to circle. The afternoon gets a bit onshore and choppy, so make the most of the morning.

Sunday, July 12th morning is another good window. The swell is 6 ft from the SSW, period dropping to 11 seconds, and the ESE cross-offshore wind is almost glassy. The energy is moderate (854), and the conditions are clean. A solid session for the intermediate crew. The afternoon turns a bit onshore again.

After that, the surf drops off. Monday, July 13th morning has a tiny 3 ft swell, but it’s clean with a light cross-offshore breeze. Tuesday morning, July 14th, is a real treat for the small-wave crew: 3 ft from the west, with a glassy surface – perfect for a longboard if you’re keen. But the swell is weak.

Then we hit a gap. From Tuesday afternoon through to mid-week, the conditions are a mix of tiny, choppy, or just marginal. The swell picks up again on Wednesday, July 15th, with a long-period 3 ft from the SW, but the wind is cross-shore, so it’s not great.

Thursday, July 16th and Friday, July 17th are poor. The swell is there, but the wind is a messy cross-shore, and the energy is high but rough. Not worth it.

Saturday, July 18th morning is a bit of a tease – 5 ft from the WSW with a long 14-second period, but the wind is cross-shore, creating a slight chop. By the afternoon, the swell jumps to a massive 12 ft, which is just too big for the point.

The following week is a story of size and wind. Sunday, July 19th morning has a clean 10 ft from the SW with a nice cross-offshore breeze, but again, it’s too big for most. The afternoon is a bit smaller but still big. The wind swings offshore for a few days, which is promising, but the swell stays too big for the point until around Tuesday, July 22nd, when it drops to 5 ft, but the wind is a fresh 30 km/h, making it messy.

The real kicker comes at the end of the forecast. Thursday, July 24th and Friday, July 25th see a massive pulse of swell – 23 ft from the WSW with an incredible 15-second period and combined energy over 20,000. That’s not surf for Vredenberg Point, that’s a washing machine. It’s only for the absolute madmen, and even then, it’s questionable.

So, bottom line: Saturday, July 11th morning is the best of the best. Clean, solid, and for the experienced crew. Sunday morning is also a good bet. The rest is either too big, too small, or too windy. Keep an eye on those long-range forecasts, but for now, get on that Saturday morning session.

Rusty.

Short Range Forecast

Mostly dry. Very mild (max 17°C on Sat night, min 12°C on Thu night). Wind will be generally light.

Days 5-7 Weather Summary

Mostly dry. Very mild (max 18°C on Mon afternoon, min 15°C on Tue night). Wind will be generally light.

Friday
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Saturday
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Sunday
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Monday
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Tuesday
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Wednesday
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Thu
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Swell
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Wave
Height (m)
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Period (s)
3
SSW
13
3
SSW
13
2.5
SSW
13
2.5
SSW
12
2.2
SSW
12
2.1
SSW
12
1.9
SSW
11
1.7
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11
1.6
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11
1.2
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10
1
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10
0.9
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10
0.8
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9
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10
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9
0.8
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9
1
SW
16
2
WSW
15
2.5
SW
14
2.4
SW
13
2.2
SW
13
Wave Graph
Metric surfscale
Energy kJ
2713
2588
2274
1810
1498
1268
858
667
541
306
209
157
113
117
109
104
502
1693
2647
1972
1534
Wind (km/h)
20
SSE
15
SSE
20
S
15
SE
10
ESE
15
SSW
15
SE
5
ESE
10
SSW
10
SE
10
SE
15
S
10
SSE
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SSE
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SSE
25
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Wind State
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cross
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High Tide
10:43PM1.33m
11:41AM1.20m
11:58PM1.38m
12:49PM1.30m
1:04AM1.46m
1:48PM1.41m
2:02AM1.54m
2:39PM1.52m
2:55AM1.59m
3:27PM1.61m
3:43AM1.61m
4:12PM1.67m
4:29AM1.59m
4:56PM1.68m
Low Tide
5:22AM0.36m
5:39PM0.47m
6:33AM0.27m
6:52PM0.38m
7:34AM0.18m
7:54PM0.27m
8:26AM0.09m
8:48PM0.17m
9:14AM0.03m
9:38PM0.11m
9:58AM0.01m
10:25PM0.08m
10:40AM0.03m
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7:48
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5:55
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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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