
Surf Forecasts:
Vredenberg Point surf forecast from 4 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: Friday 4 Sep, 5AM (local time) - 13ft (4.0m), 10s period, S swell with 2,954 kJ wave energy.
- Next surfable swell (1★+): Friday 4 Sep, 11AM (local time) - 10ft (3.0m), 10s period with S 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 (Sep 04) at 11AM. The primary swell is predicted to be 3.0m and 10s period with a secondary swell of 0.8m and 11s. The wind is predicted to be cross-offshore 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 Friday (Sep 04) at 5AM. Winds are predicted to be cross-shore at the time the swell arrives.
| Wave Type | Time (SAST) & Date | Wave Height & Period |
|---|---|---|
| Next good surf (1 star+) | 11AM (Fri 4th Sep) | 10ft (3.0m) 10s |
| Best Surf | 11AM (Fri 4th Sep) | 10ft (3.0m) 10s |
| Most Powerful | 5AM (Fri 4th 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 have a look at what's on the cards for the next couple of weeks.
We've got a solid window of swell heading our way, but it's gonna take a bit of patience. The first few days are a write-off, but once we get past that, there are some absolute crackers in the mix.
The standout of the whole period is Vredenberg Point. It's a point break that's fairly consistent, and it's exposed to the swell. The best of the best looks like it's shaping up for Sunday, the 6th of September. The forecast is for a clean 6 ft swell from the southwest, and the wind is due to be glassy. That's about as good as it gets for a point break. The swell period is a very long 18 seconds, which means it'll be a proper groundswell with heaps of energy. The combined energy of all swells directed here is strong (2384), so expect some proper power. The water temperature is 55°F, which is 5°F colder than normal for this time of year, so a thick wetsuit is a must. The wind is forecast to be glassy, so it'll be clean as a whistle for the morning session.
The other real standout is the following Monday morning, the 7th of September. Again, a clean 6 ft swell from the southwest, but this time with a 14-second period and a light offshore wind from the north. That's a recipe for some beautiful, clean waves. The combined energy is still strong (1504). This is a top-notch option.
The 6th of September is the best on offer.
Now, for the rest of the run. Thursday the 3rd of September is a complete no-go. The wind is howling at 37 mph from the SSE, making it a near gale, and the wave conditions are described as "poor surf conditions". The swell is 10 ft, but it's a total mess. Avoid it.
Friday the 4th of September has a 10 ft swell, but the wind is still strong and the surf is too big for this break. It's a pass for the afternoon as well.
Saturday the 5th of September morning offers a smaller 6 ft swell with a light cross-offshore wind, making it clean. It's a good option for experienced surfers, but the swell is still a bit big for beginners. The afternoon gets messy with a cross-shore wind.
After the highlights on Sunday and Monday, the setup drops off. Tuesday the 8th of September is small and onshore, and the rest of the week is a mix of onshore winds and messy conditions. The swell drops right off, and the wind doesn't help.
The following weekend there's a window of opportunity. Saturday the 12th of September is blown out, but Sunday the 13th of September morning looks promising. We have a 5 ft swell from the southwest with a 12-second period and a gentle offshore wind from the ENE. That's clean and should be fun. The combined energy is moderate (1076). The afternoon turns a bit messy with an 8 ft short-period swell.
Monday the 14th of September morning has a decent 6 ft swell from the southwest with a 14-second period and a cross-offshore wind. The combined energy is strong (2969), so there's plenty of power. The afternoon is a bit onshore, but still rideable.
The final week sees a lot of onshore wind and messy conditions, with only the morning of Friday the 18th of September looking like a potential last chance for a clean 6 ft swell from the southwest with a cross-offshore wind.
So, to sum it up: the first week is a slow start, but the 6th and 7th of September are the clear winners. After that, there are a few more windows, but nothing beats that Sunday morning glass-off.
Rusty.
Short Range ForecastMostly dry. Warm (max 23°C on Sun afternoon, min 12°C on Fri night). Winds decreasing (strong winds from the SSE on Thu night, calm by Sun morning). | Days 5-7 Weather SummaryMostly dry. Warm (max 25°C on Sun night, min 16°C on Tue night). Winds increasing (calm on Tue morning, fresh winds from the S by Wed afternoon). | ||||||||||||||||||
Friday 4 | Saturday 5 | Sunday 6 | Monday 7 | Tuesday 8 | Wednesday 9 | ||||||||||||||
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) | S 10 | S 10 | S 9 | S 9 | S 9 | S 10 | WSW 21 | SW 18 | SW 16 | SW 15 | SW 14 | SW 13 | SSW 12 | SSW 12 | SSW 11 | WSW 14 | WSW 13 | SW 13 | WSW 12 |
Wave Graph | |||||||||||||||||||
2476 | 1812 | 1528 | 921 | 398 | 696 | 1165 | 2125 | 1611 | 1271 | 1470 | 1162 | 517 | 330 | 222 | 175 | 362 | 326 | 294 | |
Wind (km/h) | |||||||||||||||||||
Wind State on-shore cross-onshore cross-shore cross-offshore off-shore glassy | cross | cross-off | cross | cross-off | cross | cross | cross-off | glassy | cross-on | cross-off | cross-off | cross-on | cross-off | glassy | cross-on | cross-on | cross-on | cross-on | cross-on |
High Tide | 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 | 2:14PM1.62m | 2:33AM1.57m | |||||||
Low Tide | 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 | 8:04AM0.13m | 8:31PM0.09m | |||||||
— | 7:03 | — | — | 7:01 | — | — | 7:00 | — | — | 6:58 | — | — | 6:56 | — | — | 6:56 | — | — | |
6:31 | — | 6:32 | — | — | 6:32 | — | — | 6:34 | — | — | 6:34 | — | — | 6:35 | — | — | 6:36 | — | |
mm | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — |
Temp °C | 15 | 16 | 19 | 16 | 16 | 21 | 21 | 21 | 23 | 25 | 19 | 21 | 20 | 19 | 21 | 21 | 17 | 18 | 15 |
Feels °C | 6 | 7 | 10 | 9 | 13 | 15 | 16 | 20 | 21 | 22 | 17 | 20 | 19 | 19 | 18 | 19 | 15 | 15 | 10 |
Swell 1 Height (m) Direction Period (s) | 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 | SSW 11 | WSW 13 | SW 13 | WSW 12 |
298 | 143 | 69 | 66 | 398 | 39 | 753 | 2125 | 1611 | 1271 | 1470 | 1162 | 517 | 330 | 222 | 143 | 362 | 326 | 294 | |
Swell 2 Height (m) Direction Period (s) | — | — | — | — | S 11 | WSW 24 | WSW 21 | S 9 | S 9 | S 9 | S 6 | — | WSW 13 | WSW 12 | WSW 12 | WSW 14 | S 9 | W 11 | WSW 16 |
— | — | — | — | 191 | 58 | 1165 | 239 | 164 | 83 | 13 | — | 367 | 206 | 142 | 175 | 39 | 9 | 26 | |
Swell 3 Height (m) Direction Period (s) | — | — | — | — | WSW 10 | — | SW 10 | SW 10 | — | — | — | — | WSW 18 | SW 16 | WSW 15 | WSW 11 | — | W 11 | — |
— | — | — | — | 68 | — | 24 | 33 | — | — | — | — | 31 | 67 | 87 | 68 | — | 9 | — | |
Wind waves Height (m) Direction Period (s) | S 10 | S 10 | S 9 | S 9 | — | S 10 | S 10 | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | SSW 2 | SSW 3 | — | SW 3 | SSW 3 |
2476 | 1812 | 1528 | 921 | — | 696 | 910 | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | 1 | 2 | — | 5 | 7 | |
Nearest Offshore or Glassy | |||||||||||||||||||
Distance (km) | 1156 | 1317 | 117 | 70 | 3 | 15 | 13 | 0 | 15 | 0 | 0 | 18 | 0 | 0 | 18 | 13 | 18 | 152 | 15 |
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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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