
Surf Forecasts:
Vredenberg Point surf forecast from 3 Sep 2026:
- Best quality surf: Friday 4 Sep, 11AM (local time) - 10ft (3.0m), 10s period, S swell with cross-offshore winds.
- Most powerful swell: Thursday 3 Sep, 8PM (local time) - 13ft (4.0m), 10s period, S swell with 3,014 kJ wave energy.
- Next surfable swell (1★+): Thursday 3 Sep, 11AM (local time) - 6ft (1.9m), 13s 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 Thursday (Sep 03) at 11AM. The primary swell is predicted to be 1.9m and 13s period with a secondary swell of 1.0m and 10s. The wind is predicted to be glassy as the swell arrives.
The most powerful waves expected at Vredenberg Point in the next 16 days are 4.0m 10s and forecast to arrive on Thursday (Sep 03) at 8PM. Winds are predicted to be cross-shore at the time the swell arrives. The largest open ocean swell (not directed at the beach) is 0.5m 4s period and expected on Monday (Sep 07) at 8AM.
| Wave Type | Time (SAST) & Date | Wave Height & Period |
|---|---|---|
| Next good surf (1 star+) | 11AM (Thu 3rd Sep) | 6ft (1.9m) 13s |
| Best Surf | 11AM (Fri 4th Sep) | 10ft (3.0m) 10s |
| Most Powerful | 8PM (Thu 3rd Sep) | 13ft (4.0m) 10s |
Table - best surf conditions forecast for Vredenberg Point over the next 16 days.
The Lowdown
Alright folks, Rusty here. Let’s talk about what’s coming up at Vredenberg Point. This is a point break that’s fairly consistent and exposed to the SW swell, so it’s a solid bet when the conditions line up. The water temp is about average for this time of year, so nothing crazy there.
The forecast period kicks off with a beauty. Thursday morning, the 3rd of September, is a real standout. We’ve got a clean 6ft swell from the WSW, with a period of 13 seconds, and the wind is dead calm – glassy as it gets. The combined swell energy is pumping at 1340 (moderate to strong). This is going to be excellent surf, but with that size, it’s really one for the experienced crew. It’s a bit too much for beginners.
Thursday afternoon takes a big turn for the worse. The wind cranks up to 34 mph from the SSE, creating a messy cross-shore with a 10ft S swell that’s short period and jumbled. The energy is high at 2583 (strong), but it’s a total write-off for a paddle. This setup looks more interesting for kite surfing than paddle surfing.
Friday morning, the 4th, is a tricky one. There’s a clean 10ft S swell, but it’s just too big for this break. The wind is a cross-off from the SE at 25 mph, which would normally be good, but the size rules it out for most. Friday afternoon is a mess again with strong cross-shore wind.
Saturday morning, the 5th, brings a nice drop in size. We’re looking at a clean 5ft S swell with a light 6 mph cross-off breeze from the SE. The energy is moderate at 648. This is very good, surfable surf for intermediates and up. The afternoon turns choppy with a cross-onshore wind.
Sunday morning, the 6th, is another absolute gem. The swell is 5ft from the SW, but with a period of 18 seconds – that’s very long-period groundswell. The energy is massive at 1900 (strong). The wind is glassy again. This is excellent for experienced surfers. Keep in mind, that long period means it will be best at this point break, as it can be a bit too straight for beach breaks. The afternoon gets a bit choppy.
Monday the 7th morning is still decent. A 6ft SW swell at 14 seconds, with a cross-off N wind at 12 mph. It’s a marginal call but clean. The energy is 1294 (strong).
From Tuesday the 8th through to Thursday the 10th, things get poor. The wind is onshore or cross-shore, and the swell is either small or messy. There’s a bit of a gap in quality here.
Friday the 11th and Saturday the 12th are marginal at best, with a lumpy, choppy vibe. Saturday afternoon sees a massive 13ft S swell, but it’s onshore and blown out – only for the fearless or the kites.
Sunday the 13th is a bright spot. The morning is excellent with a 8ft S swell, a cross-off N wind, and clean conditions. The energy is 2140 (very strong). This is for experts only, as it’s over 8ft.
Monday the 14th morning is another glassy gem. A 6ft SSW swell at 13 seconds, with glassy conditions. Excellent for experienced surfers (energy 1126 – strong). The afternoon gets a little onshore.
From Tuesday the 15th onwards, the pattern fades into smaller, marginal surf with onshore or cross-shore winds. The 16th has a big 12ft SW swell, but it’s blown out with rain. The 17th and 18th are similar – too big and cross-shore, or just poor.
The best on offer: Sunday morning the 6th and Monday morning the 14th. Both are glassy, clean, and have excellent groundswell. The Sunday session is for the experienced, the Monday is a bit more accessible and still a standout.
Rusty.
Short Range ForecastSome drizzle, heaviest during Thu morning. Warm (max 22°C on Sat afternoon, min 12°C on Fri morning). Mainly near gales. | Days 5-7 Weather SummaryMostly dry. Warm (max 23°C on Sun afternoon, min 14°C on Sun night). Wind will be generally light. | ||||||||||||||||||
Thursday 3 | Friday 4 | Saturday 5 | Sunday 6 | Monday 7 | Tuesday 8 | ||||||||||||||
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 | WSW 13 | S 9 | S 9 | S 10 | S 9 | S 9 | S 9 | S 10 | SSE 10 | SW 18 | SW 16 | SW 15 | SW 14 | SW 13 | SSW 12 | SSW 12 | SSW 11 | WSW 14 |
Wave Graph | |||||||||||||||||||
2173 | 1152 | 1272 | 2040 | 1417 | 1628 | 1112 | 399 | 494 | 710 | 1671 | 1367 | 1074 | 1285 | 1179 | 458 | 341 | 226 | 268 | |
Wind (km/h) | |||||||||||||||||||
Wind State on-shore cross-onshore cross-shore cross-offshore off-shore glassy | cross-on | glassy | cross | cross | cross-off | cross | cross-off | cross-off | cross-on | cross-off | glassy | cross-on | cross-off | cross-off | cross-on | cross-off | cross | cross-on | cross |
High Tide | 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 | 1:34PM1.48m | 1:53AM1.49m | |||||||
Low Tide | 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 | 7:23AM0.24m | 7:50PM0.21m | |||||||
— | 7:03 | — | — | 7:03 | — | — | 7:01 | — | — | 7:00 | — | — | 6:58 | — | — | 6:56 | — | — | |
6:30 | — | 6:31 | — | — | 6:32 | — | — | 6:32 | — | — | 6:34 | — | — | 6:34 | — | — | 6:35 | — | |
mm | — | 1 | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — |
Temp °C | 14 | 15 | 15 | 15 | 15 | 19 | 15 | 18 | 22 | 22 | 21 | 23 | 23 | 14 | 16 | 16 | 16 | 18 | 18 |
Feels °C | 11 | 15 | 11 | 6 | 6 | 11 | 8 | 15 | 19 | 16 | 20 | 19 | 19 | 11 | 15 | 16 | 16 | 17 | 17 |
Swell 1 Height (m) Direction Period (s) | SW 13 | WSW 13 | WSW 13 | WSW 12 | WSW 11 | WSW 11 | WSW 11 | S 9 | WSW 10 | S 10 | SW 18 | SW 16 | SW 15 | SW 14 | SW 13 | SSW 12 | SSW 12 | SSW 11 | WSW 14 |
2173 | 1152 | 1221 | 293 | 140 | 69 | 66 | 399 | 39 | 557 | 1671 | 1367 | 1074 | 1285 | 1179 | 458 | 341 | 226 | 268 | |
Swell 2 Height (m) Direction Period (s) | — | S 10 | W 13 | — | — | — | — | S 11 | SW 24 | SW 21 | S 10 | — | S 9 | S 6 | NNW 4 | WSW 13 | WSW 12 | WSW 12 | SW 11 |
— | 188 | 90 | — | — | — | — | 191 | 22 | 628 | 186 | — | 58 | 7 | 8 | 367 | 206 | 140 | 94 | |
Swell 3 Height (m) Direction Period (s) | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | WSW 10 | SW 24 | WSW 10 | SW 9 | — | S 12 | S 11 | W 21 | NW 5 | WSW 16 | WSW 15 | W 11 |
— | — | — | — | — | — | — | 58 | 22 | 19 | 43 | — | 3 | 2 | 8 | 6 | 103 | 156 | 86 | |
Wind waves Height (m) Direction Period (s) | — | — | S 9 | S 9 | S 10 | S 9 | S 9 | — | S 10 | SSE 10 | — | S 9 | — | N 4 | — | — | — | — | — |
— | — | 1272 | 2040 | 1417 | 1628 | 1112 | — | 494 | 710 | — | 111 | — | 9 | — | — | — | — | — | |
Nearest Offshore or Glassy | |||||||||||||||||||
Distance (km) | 13 | 0 | 984 | 1156 | 72 | 117 | 72 | 0 | 3 | 3 | 0 | 18 | 63 | 154 | 144 | 0 | 135 | 18 | 13 |
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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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