Vredenberg Point Surf Forecast and Surf Report

Alright folks, Rusty here. Let’s have a proper look at what’s coming up for Vredenberg Point. This is a solid, exposed point break that loves a good SW swell, and we’ve got plenty of that on the cards. The water’s sitting at 57°, which is a bit colder than normal for this time of year, about 2° below average – so you’ll want a decent steamer.

The first week is a mixed bag, but there are a couple of absolute gems hidden in there if you’re patient. The standout of the whole run looks to be Monday morning, 20 July. Don’t be fooled by the earlier days – Saturday afternoon and Sunday morning are only offering marginal surf, with light cross-onshore winds making things a bit bumpy. Sunday afternoon is a write-off with a southerly breeze and poor conditions.

But Monday morning? That’s the one to circle. We’ve got clean 6ft of SW swell with glassy conditions – that’s *glassy*, as still as it gets. The combined energy is moderate (613), and while the period is a shorter 9 seconds, that clean face will make it super fun for intermediates. Tuesday morning is also a beauty: 5ft of long-period SW groundswell at 14 seconds, glassy, and the energy jumps to 959. That’s going to reel off nicely along the point.

Now, if you’ve got some experience under your belt, Thursday morning, 23 July is a serious option. 7ft of WSW swell with a 12-second period, clean cross-offshore wind from the north, and combined energy of 1216. Conditions are excellent for experienced surfers – just be aware that the crowds are sometimes around here, so get in early.

The end of July and start of August get *big*. Friday morning, 24 July, sees a big jump to 12ft SW swell at 14 seconds, but it’s simply too big for this break – that’s expert-only territory, and even then, the cross-shore wind chops it up. Saturday morning, 25 July, is better for experienced crew: 8ft with clean cross-offshore wind from the SE and energy at 2339.

The real late-bloomer standout is Tuesday morning, 28 July. This is a massive day: 8ft of long-period SW swell at 15 seconds, offshore ENE wind, and combined energy of 4937. That’s strong, powerful, and clean. Definitely one for the experts only due to the size, but if you’re charging, this is the session. The following Sunday morning, 26 July, is a nice little recovery day: 5ft, clean, lighter winds – a good one for the intermediate crew to get back in.

The second week has some decent mornings but gets windy. Wednesday 29 July is hammered by 28 mph SSE winds and messy surf – avoid it. Friday morning, 31 July, is worth a mention for experienced surfers: 8ft SSW swell, offshore ENE wind at 6 mph, clean, energy of 1830 – a solid, mellow-feeling swell with good shape. Then to wrap things up, Sunday morning, 2 August, is another expert session: 8ft of very long-period SW groundswell at 17 seconds, glassy, with energy at 3966. That one will barrel down the point, but be ready for long waits between sets.

There’s no solid surf until Saturday afternoon, so the start is a bit of a flat wait. The best on offer is Monday morning the 20th for the masses, and Tuesday morning the 28th for the big-wave crew. Stay sharp.

Rusty.

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