Vredenberg Point Surf Break

Lat Long: 32.82° S 17.85° E

Vredenberg Point Surf Forecast and Surf Report

Issued: 1 pm 06 Sep 2026 (local time)

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Today's Vredenberg Point sea temperature is
12.0°C
3.6° 

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 6 Sep 2026:

  • Best quality surf: Monday 7 Sep, 2AM (local time) - 5.5ft (1.7m), 15s period, SW swell with offshore winds.
  • Most powerful swell: Thursday 10 Sep, 2PM (local time) - 10ft (3.0m), 16s period, SW swell with 3,970 kJ wave energy.
  • Next surfable swell (1★+): Monday 7 Sep, 2AM (local time) - 5.5ft (1.7m), 15s period with SW 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 Monday (Sep 07) at 2AM. The primary swell is predicted to be 1.7m and 15s period with a secondary swell of 0.7m and 9s. The wind is predicted to be offshore as the swell arrives.

The most powerful waves expected at Vredenberg Point in the next 16 days are 3.0m 16s and forecast to arrive on Thursday (Sep 10) at 2PM. Winds are predicted to be cross-onshore at the time the swell arrives. The largest open ocean swell (not directed at the beach) is 2.0m 7s period and expected on Sunday (Sep 13) at 2PM.

Wave TypeTime (SAST) & Date Wave Height & Period
Next good surf (1 star+) 2AM (Mon 7th Sep)5.5ft (1.7m) 15s
Best Surf 2AM (Mon 7th Sep)5.5ft (1.7m) 15s
Most Powerful 2PM (Thu 10th Sep)10ft (3.0m) 16s

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


The Lowdown

G'day, Rusty here. Let's have a look at the surf on offer at Vredenberg Point for the next couple of weeks.

We've got a solid run of surf ahead, but it's not all clean. The pattern starts with a big, powerful SW groundswell pushing through, but the winds are messy, so we've gotta pick our windows carefully. The water's been running cold – about 54° – which is a solid 7° below normal for this time of year, so you'll want the thickest rubber you've got. It's not just a little chilly; it's properly unusual.

The first real standout comes Monday morning, 7 September. The glassy conditions are a rare treat. There's a 6ft SW groundswell rolling in with a 14-second period, packing moderate-strong energy (1430). For a point break like this, that long-period SW swell is a dream – it'll wrap in and line up beautifully. With zero wind and a clean surface, this is the session to point the car at. No crowds mentioned, so you might have it quiet, too. This is the best on offer for the first week.

Monday afternoon sees the wind swing cross-onshore, making things a bit lumpy. Tuesday morning, 8 September, is worth a look: a smaller 4ft SSW swell with a 12-second period and clean conditions thanks to a light cross-offshore breeze. The energy is moderate (639). It's not huge, but it'll be fun and clean.

Things get messy from Tuesday afternoon right through the end of the week. A strong S wind kicks in, chopping up the 3ft to 3ft swell. The energy drops right off (340-405). Thursday and Friday see a big spike in swell size – 7ft to 8ft – but with strong cross-shore winds and lumpy conditions, it's all wind and whitewash. Not worth paddling out; if anything, with those winds and the size, this setup looks more interesting for kite surfing than paddle surfing.

Saturday morning, 12 September, offers a slight reprieve with a light cross-onshore breeze and a 6ft SW swell, but the energy is moderate (1373). The wind is just enough to ripple the surface, so it's okay but not great.

The second week looks more promising, but we're getting into the longer-range forecast, so treat it as promising but less certain. Tuesday, 15 September, sees a big 10ft WSW groundswell with a 13-second period and a moderate cross-shore wind. The energy is strong (2845), but the swell is predicted to be too big for this break. It's an expert-only day if you're keen, and that's a big if.

Thursday, 17 September, is similar: another 10ft S groundswell with a short, choppy 9-second period and strong energy (2450). The wind is cross-offshore, keeping it clean, but again, the size is too big for Vredenberg Point. Experts only, and even then, it's a handful.

The real gem in the second week looks like Friday, 19 September. Saturday morning and afternoon, 19 September, both look excellent. Saturday morning delivers a 5ft SW groundswell with a lovely 15-second period, clean conditions, and moderate energy (1384). Saturday afternoon is even better: 6ft SW swell, 15-second period, and a gentle offshore breeze. The energy is moderate-strong (1860). For a point break, this is about as good as it gets – long-period SW swell, offshore wind, clean lines. This could be the standout of the entire outlook.

Sunday, 20 September, sees a 10ft short-period SSW swell (8 seconds) with onshore wind – that's too big and too messy. Monday, 21 September, winds down with smaller 5-6ft SW swell and light cross-onshore breezes. It's surfable but not special.

So, to sum it up: Monday morning, 7 September, is the clear standout for the first week. For the second week, keep an eye on Saturday, 19 September – that Saturday afternoon session with offshore winds and a long-period groundswell could be the one.

Rusty.

Short Range Forecast

Mostly dry. Warm (max 25°C on Mon afternoon, min 16°C on Wed morning). Winds increasing (calm on Mon morning, fresh winds from the S by Wed morning).

Days 5-7 Weather Summary

Mostly dry. Warm (max 20°C on Sat morning, min 13°C on Thu night). Winds decreasing (strong winds from the S on Thu night, light winds from the S by Sat morning).

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6
Monday
7
Tuesday
8
Wednesday
9
Thursday
10
Friday
11
Saturday
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4
4
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3
3
0
0
0
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1
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0
1
0
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0
2
Swell
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Wave
Height (m)
Direction
Period (s)
1.7
SW
16
1.7
SW
15
1.9
SW
14
1.9
SW
13
1.3
WSW
12
1.3
SSW
12
0.8
SSW
11
0.6
WSW
15
0.9
WSW
13
0.9
WSW
13
1.5
WSW
12
2.2
SW
16
2.5
WSW
15
2.4
WSW
14
2
WSW
13
2.5
S
9
2.1
S
9
1.8
SW
12
2.1
SW
16
2.3
SW
14
Wave Graph
Metric surfscale
Energy kJ
1504
1254
1418
1247
551
421
156
142
277
299
702
2506
3195
2094
1289
982
734
956
2241
2247
Wind (km/h)
20
SSW
10
ENE
0
ESE
15
SSW
10
ENE
5
NE
20
SSW
15
S
30
S
35
S
25
S
30
S
40
S
45
S
30
S
40
S
20
SSE
10
S
20
S
20
NNW
Wind State
cross-on
off
glassy
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cross-off
cross-on
cross-on
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cross-on
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cross
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High Tide
00:03AM1.25m
12:45PM1.32m
1:05AM1.37m
1:34PM1.48m
1:53AM1.49m
2:14PM1.62m
2:33AM1.57m
2:51PM1.71m
3:10AM1.61m
3:25PM1.75m
3:45AM1.61m
3:58PM1.73m
4:18AM1.57m
Low Tide
5:55PM0.51m
6:31AM0.37m
7:02PM0.36m
7:23AM0.24m
7:50PM0.21m
8:04AM0.13m
8:31PM0.09m
8:41AM0.06m
9:08PM0.01m
9:16AM0.03m
9:42PM-0.01m
9:48AM0.04m
10:15PM0.02m
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6:58
6:56
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6:54
6:52
6:52
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6:34
6:34
6:35
6:36
6:36
6:37
6:37
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Temp °C
22
24
22
25
23
21
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21
18
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Feels °C
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11
10
6
11
11
9
19
18
17
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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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