Vredenberg Point Surf Break

Lat Long: 32.82° S 17.85° E

Vredenberg Point Surf Forecast and Surf Report

Issued: 7 pm 08 Jul 2026 (local time)

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Today's Vredenberg Point sea temperature is
15.1° C
0.4° 

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 8 Jul 2026:

  • Best quality surf: Thursday 9 Jul, 8AM (local time) - 10ft (3.0m), 14s period, SSW swell with cross-shore winds.
  • Most powerful swell: Thursday 9 Jul, 11AM (local time) - 10ft (3.0m), 14s period, SSW swell with 3,313 kJ wave energy.
  • Next surfable swell (1★+): Thursday 9 Jul, 8AM (local time) - 10ft (3.0m), 14s 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 Thursday (Jul 09) at 8AM. The primary swell is predicted to be 3.0m and 14s period with a secondary swell of 0.7m and 10s. 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 14s and forecast to arrive on Thursday (Jul 09) at 11AM. 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+) 8AM (Thu 9th Jul)10ft (3.0m) 14s
Best Surf 8AM (Thu 9th Jul)10ft (3.0m) 14s
Most Powerful11AM (Thu 9th Jul)10ft (3.0m) 14s

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


Alright, let's talk surf. The window kicks off Thursday, July 9th, but don't get your hopes up just yet. We've got a serious pulse of SW swell headed our way, but it's packing a punch that's just too much muscle for this break to handle at the start.

First up, we're looking at Vredenberg Point. This spot is a point break, fairly consistent, and it really loves swell coming from the SW. Right now, the water temp is sitting about average for this time of year, so no surprises there.

Thursday the 9th is a write-off for paddle surfing. We're looking at a solid 10-foot SW swell, with a long 14-second period and a combined energy of 3313 (moderate to strong). The problem is, it's too big and the wind is a cross-shore breeze from the SSE at 15 mph, creating a lumpy cross-chop. Thursday afternoon is even worse with a 19 mph southerly. This is more of a kite-surfing setup than a day to be on a shortboard.

Friday the 10th is similar. Still a 10-foot SW swell, but the wind eases to a gentle cross-shore in the morning. The energy is high at 2831, but the size is still overwhelming. By Friday afternoon, the swell drops to 8 feet, but the winds shift and the conditions get marginal.

Now, here's where we get a real standout. Saturday morning, the 11th of July. The swell drops to a much more manageable 7 feet from the SSW, with a 12-second period. The combined energy is a solid 1539 (moderate). But the real magic is the wind. We've got an easterly breeze at 3 mph, putting it right in the glassy zone. This is excellent surf for experienced surfers. It's still a bit heavy for beginners, but for those who know what they're doing, clean, lined-up waves are on the menu. Crowds are possible here, so get in early.

Sunday morning, the 12th, is another good shout. The swell is down to 5 feet from the SSW, with an 11-second period and energy at 819 (moderate). Glassy conditions again with a light easterly. This is very good surf, more accessible for a wider range of abilities.

The surf drops off through Monday and Tuesday the 13th and 14th, with small weak waves and cross-on breezes. Not much doing.

Wednesday the 15th sees a new pulse of long-period groundswell. The morning has a 3-foot swell from the SW with a very long 16-second period and energy of 504 (moderate). The period is so long that this point break should handle it well, but the wave height is small and the wind is cross-on, so it's marginal.

Thursday the 16th and Friday the 17th bring a bigger swell again, around 8 feet from the SW, but the wind is strong and messy for the most part, making it a tough prospect. Friday afternoon cleans up a bit with a cross-off breeze, but the waves are still hefty.

We get a bit of a break Saturday the 18th with smaller 4-foot swell and clean winds in the morning.

Another notable window pops up on Sunday, the 19th of July. The morning shows a 4-foot swell from the WSW, with a solid 12-second period and energy of 666 (moderate). The wind is glassy from the SE. Expect very good surf conditions, clean and inviting.

After that, we go into a stretch from Monday the 20th through to the end of the forecast period where the swell gets big, messy, or onshore. The 21st sees a 12-foot onshore mess, and the 22nd and 23rd are just too big again, with swells of 12 feet and 16 feet and very strong energy readings (up to 14510). Thursday the 23rd has a massive 16-foot SW swell with an 18-second period and energy at 13721. It's a beautiful setup for experts on a deep reef somewhere else, but here at Vredenberg Point, it's simply too much.

So, the bottom line: Your best bet is the Saturday morning of the 11th. Glassy conditions and a solid 7-foot SSW groundswell make for a classic session. Sunday the 12th is a close second, and Sunday the 19th morning is another glassy gem if you're patient.

Rusty.

Short Range Forecast

Mostly dry. Very mild (max 16°C on Sat afternoon, min 12°C on Wed night). Winds decreasing (fresh winds from the SSE on Wed night, calm by Sat afternoon).

Days 5-7 Weather Summary

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

Thursday
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Saturday
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Sunday
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Metric surfscale
Energy kJ
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3313
3208
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2548
2349
1866
1354
1138
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593
467
260
114
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Wind (km/h)
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25
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15
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High Tide
9:28PM1.33m
10:23AM1.15m
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
Low Tide
4:03AM0.40m
4:14PM0.51m
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
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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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