Vredenberg Point Surf Break

Lat Long: 32.82° S 17.85° E

Vredenberg Point Surf Forecast and Surf Report

Issued: 1 pm 26 Aug 2026 (local time)

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Today's Vredenberg Point sea temperature is
13.8°C
1.7° 

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 26 Aug 2026:

  • Best quality surf: Tuesday 1 Sep, 2PM (local time) - 10ft (3.0m), 13s period, SW swell with cross-onshore winds.
  • Most powerful swell: Wednesday 2 Sep, 2AM (local time) - 13ft (4.0m), 13s period, SW swell with 5,140 kJ wave energy.
  • Next surfable swell (1★+): Thursday 27 Aug, 5AM (local time) - 3.5ft (1.1m), 12s 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 (Aug 27) at 5AM. The primary swell is predicted to be 1.2m and 11s period with a secondary swell of 1.1m and 12s. 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 13s and forecast to arrive on Wednesday (Sep 02) at 2AM. Winds are predicted to be cross-offshore at the time the swell arrives.

Wave TypeTime (SAST) & Date Wave Height & Period
Next good surf (1 star+) 5AM (Thu 27th Aug)3.5ft (1.1m) 12s
Best Surf 2PM (Tue 1st Sep)10ft (3.0m) 13s
Most Powerful 2AM (Wed 2nd Sep)13ft (4.0m) 13s

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


The Lowdown

Alright, surfers, Rusty here. Let's talk about the outlook for Vredenberg Point. This is a classic point break that's exposed to the open ocean, and it's gonna be a real mixed bag over the next couple of weeks. The water is sitting at 57°, which is a bit colder than normal for this time of year, so you'll want the thick rubber.

We've got a run of surf starting Wednesday morning, August 26th. The first session is the standout for the near future. It's a glassy morning with a clean 6 ft of WSW groundswell, and the energy is strong at 1302. The wind is light offshore from the ENE, which is exactly what you want at a point like this. It's set up for some excellent, clean waves for experienced surfers. This is definitely the best bet in the first week.

After that, things get a bit average. The wind switches on Wednesday afternoon and stays messy through the rest of the week. We've got a long stretch from Wednesday afternoon all the way through to Sunday, August 30th, where the wind is either cross or cross-onshore, making the surf choppy and poor. The swell sticks around, but it's just not worth paddling out into that wind.

Now, look ahead to Monday, August 31st. The morning offers a bit of hope with a 6 ft WSW swell and light cross-shore wind, but it's still a marginal call. The real action picks up again on Tuesday, September 1st. The morning sees a solid 8 ft SW swell with clean, cross-offshore wind from the north, and the energy is massive at 2448. That's a big, powerful groundswell, and the wind is cleaning it up. It's a great option for experienced surfers, though the size means it's not for beginners.

The afternoon of the 1st gets even bigger, with an 12 ft SW swell, but the wind turns cross. The guidance says the swell is predicted to be too big for this break, so it's a pass unless you're a total charger. Then we hit a rough patch from Wednesday, September 2nd, through to the weekend, with strong winds and huge, messy swell. From the 2nd to the 5th, the wind is howling, and the waves are big but blown out. It's a write-off for paddle surfing, but if you're into kites, it might be your time.

We finally get a break on the morning of Sunday, September 6th with a small 3 ft WSW groundswell and clean cross-offshore wind, but it's small. The real gem, and the best call in the long range, is Monday morning, September 7th. The wind swings offshore from the northeast, and it's light, with a 3 ft WSW groundswell. It's clean, glassy, and should be fun on a longboard or a fish. The energy is low at 532, but the quality will be there.

After that, the swell fades into tiny, short-period windswell for a few days, before another big pulse arrives on Thursday, September 10th. That's a massive 8 ft SW groundswell, but again, the wind is howling, making it a messy, lumpy affair. Not worth it.

So, to sum it up: Wednesday morning, August 26th is your best bet in the first week, and then keep an eye on Tuesday morning, September 1st, and Monday morning, September 7th for the cleanest, best waves. The rest of the time, either the wind is wrong or the swell is too big or too small.

Rusty.

Short Range Forecast

Mostly dry. Warm (max 25°C on Wed night, min 14°C on Fri night). Wind will be generally light.

Days 5-7 Weather Summary

Mostly dry. Very mild (max 16°C on Sat afternoon, min 11°C on Mon night). Winds decreasing (fresh winds from the SSW on Sat night, calm by Mon night).

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12
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Metric surfscale
Energy kJ
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446
422
291
631
577
854
1189
1058
1700
1661
1379
1063
845
778
2511
3307
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Wind (km/h)
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5
WNW
15
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30
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High Tide
2:36PM1.47m
2:44AM1.46m
3:04PM1.57m
3:15AM1.52m
3:33PM1.64m
3:45AM1.55m
4:02PM1.68m
4:17AM1.55m
4:32PM1.68m
4:49AM1.52m
5:04PM1.64m
5:25AM1.45m
5:39PM1.56m
Low Tide
8:47PM0.25m
8:55AM0.15m
9:16PM0.17m
9:22AM0.10m
9:44PM0.11m
9:49AM0.08m
10:14PM0.08m
10:18AM0.09m
10:45PM0.08m
10:49AM0.13m
11:18PM0.12m
11:23AM0.20m
11:55PM0.20m
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Temp °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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