
Surf Forecasts:
Vredenberg Point surf forecast from 11 Aug 2026:
- Best quality surf: Wednesday 12 Aug, 11AM (local time) - 5ft (1.6m), 18s period, WSW swell with offshore winds.
- Most powerful swell: Thursday 13 Aug, 11AM (local time) - 7ft (2.2m), 17s period, WSW swell with 2,861 kJ wave energy.
- Next surfable swell (1★+): Wednesday 12 Aug, 11AM (local time) - 5ft (1.6m), 18s 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 Wednesday (Aug 12) at 11AM. The primary swell is predicted to be 1.6m and 18s period with a secondary swell of 1.1m and 10s. 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 2.2m 17s and forecast to arrive on Thursday (Aug 13) at 11AM. Winds are predicted to be cross-offshore at the time the swell arrives. The largest open ocean swell (not directed at the beach) is 1.7m 6s period and expected on Thursday (Aug 13) at 11AM.
| Wave Type | Time (SAST) & Date | Wave Height & Period |
|---|---|---|
| Next good surf (1 star+) | 11AM (Wed 12th Aug) | 5ft (1.6m) 18s |
| Best Surf | 11AM (Wed 12th Aug) | 5ft (1.6m) 18s |
| Most Powerful | 11AM (Thu 13th Aug) | 7ft (2.2m) 17s |
Table - best surf conditions forecast for Vredenberg Point over the next 16 days.
The Lowdown
Alright, grab a coffee, let's talk about Vredenberg Point. Rusty here with the full rundown for the next couple of weeks. It's a classic story: a killer first week of groundswell, then a messy, disappointing second week. The best sessions are all about getting the wind window right.
No waiting around, we've got surf right now. Water temp's about what you'd expect for this time of year, nothing special.
The main event starts on Wednesday, August 12th. That early morning session is an absolute peach. You've got a clean 5ft of long-period, 18-second groundswell out of the WSW, with a moderate offshore breeze. Huge, clean lines. The ocean is pumping with energy (2010), and it's a solid pick for the experienced crew. That's a top call.
The afternoon turns a bit messy as the wind changes, so don't bother.
Thursday the 13th brings a bigger swell, around 7ft, but the wind is all over the place. A strong offshore morning breeze onshore, and then a light cross-shore in the afternoon. Not a total loss, but not a standout.
Friday the 14th holds at around 6ft, but the wind is cross-shore or onshore all day, leaving a bit of surface texture. It's doable, but not perfect.
Now, Saturday, August 15th morning – this is your other golden window. The swell is still a clean 6ft from the WSW, but the wind is dead calm. Glassy perfection. The energy is still strong (1338). That's the one you want to be out for.
Sunday the 16th morning is also glassy, with a slightly smaller 6ft swell. Another excellent, clean session for the experienced surfer.
Monday, August 17th morning is the final standout. The swell pumps up to 8ft from the WSW, and again, it's glassy. That's solid, expert-level surf, but if you're up for it, it will be unforgettable.
From Monday the 18th onwards, the quality drops off a cliff. The swell eases, the wind turns onshore more, and the ocean gets lumpy. Tuesday the 18th morning has a 7ft swell with a light cross breeze, so it's not a total write-off, but the magic is gone.
The rest of the week gets messy with strong cross-shore winds and a choppy mess. The swell direction swings south, which isn't ideal. By August 23rd, the energy is dropping and the waves are getting smaller and uglier. The period drops under 10 seconds, so the waves lose their punch.
The second week, from August 25th, is grim. The swell drops to tiny, weak waves—3ft or less. Most days are a complete waste with poor conditions and weak energy (145). There's a tiny glimmer of hope on Thursday the 27th with a 5ft, 16-second WSW groundswell showing up, but with a light cross-shore wind, it's just a "maybe".
So, the verdict: the best waves are all in the first week. Target Wednesday the 12th morning and Saturday the 15th morning. After that, it’s a long, slow fade into flatness and onshore slop.
Rusty
Short Range ForecastMostly dry. Warm (max 25°C on Wed night, min 15°C on Wed morning). Mainly strong winds. | Days 5-7 Weather SummaryMostly dry. Very mild (max 17°C on Mon afternoon, min 13°C on Fri night). Wind will be generally light. | ||||||||||||||||||
Wednesday 12 | Thursday 13 | Friday 14 | Saturday 15 | Sunday 16 | Monday 17 | ||||||||||||||
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) | WSW 21 | WSW 18 | WSW 18 | WSW 16 | WSW 17 | WSW 16 | WSW 16 | WSW 15 | WSW 15 | WSW 14 | WSW 14 | WSW 13 | WSW 14 | WSW 14 | WSW 14 | WSW 13 | WSW 13 | WSW 14 | WSW 13 |
Wave Graph | |||||||||||||||||||
1410 | 1745 | 2024 | 1809 | 2861 | 2511 | 2028 | 1496 | 1559 | 1306 | 1325 | 1267 | 1306 | 1231 | 1204 | 2215 | 2553 | 2349 | 1820 | |
Wind (km/h) | |||||||||||||||||||
Wind State on-shore cross-onshore cross-shore cross-offshore off-shore glassy | cross-off | off | cross-off | off | cross-off | cross | cross-off | cross | cross-on | glassy | glassy | cross-on | cross-on | glassy | cross-on | cross-off | glassy | cross-on | cross |
High Tide | 2:47AM1.58m | 3:13PM1.67m | 3:30AM1.62m | 3:52PM1.74m | 4:10AM1.61m | 4:30PM1.74m | 4:47AM1.56m | 5:05PM1.69m | 5:23AM1.48m | 5:40PM1.60m | 5:59AM1.37m | 6:14PM1.47m | |||||||
Low Tide | 8:44PM0.13m | 9:01AM0.03m | 9:27PM0.05m | 9:40AM-0.00m | 10:07PM0.02m | 10:16AM0.01m | 10:46PM0.04m | 10:51AM0.07m | 11:22PM0.10m | 11:25AM0.16m | 11:57PM0.20m | 11:58AM0.27m | 00:32AM0.31m | ||||||
— | 7:28 | — | — | 7:28 | — | — | 7:26 | — | — | 7:26 | — | — | 7:24 | — | — | 7:24 | — | — | |
6:16 | — | 6:17 | — | — | 6:17 | — | — | 6:19 | — | — | 6:20 | — | — | 6:20 | — | — | 6:21 | — | |
mm | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — |
Temp °C | 19 | 18 | 23 | 25 | 21 | 24 | 20 | 17 | 15 | 14 | 14 | 16 | 15 | 15 | 16 | 15 | 16 | 17 | 15 |
Feels °C | 11 | 13 | 17 | 19 | 12 | 19 | 15 | 13 | 12 | 14 | 13 | 14 | 11 | 16 | 15 | 11 | 15 | 14 | 12 |
Swell 1 Height (m) Direction Period (s) | WSW 21 | WSW 18 | WSW 18 | WSW 16 | WSW 17 | WSW 16 | WSW 16 | WSW 15 | WSW 15 | WSW 14 | WSW 14 | WSW 13 | WSW 14 | WSW 14 | WSW 14 | WSW 13 | WSW 13 | WSW 14 | WSW 13 |
1410 | 1745 | 2024 | 1809 | 2861 | 2511 | 2028 | 1496 | 1559 | 1306 | 1325 | 1267 | 1306 | 1231 | 1204 | 2215 | 2553 | 2349 | 1820 | |
Swell 2 Height (m) Direction Period (s) | SSW 11 | S 10 | SW 10 | SW 21 | — | NNE 5 | — | — | — | W 5 | W 5 | — | — | — | — | W 18 | — | — | — |
247 | 265 | 65 | 898 | — | 26 | — | — | — | 11 | 13 | — | — | — | — | 55 | — | — | — | |
Swell 3 Height (m) Direction Period (s) | — | — | — | S 10 | — | NW 5 | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — |
— | — | — | 17 | — | 7 | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | |
Wind waves Height (m) Direction Period (s) | SSE 9 | — | SE 10 | NNE 5 | NNE 6 | — | — | NNW 4 | — | — | — | WSW 5 | — | — | — | — | — | — | — |
274 | — | 96 | 90 | 200 | — | — | 12 | — | — | — | 19 | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | |
Nearest Offshore or Glassy | |||||||||||||||||||
Distance (km) | 16 | 0 | 17 | 102 | 102 | 91 | 63 | 126 | 18 | 0 | 0 | 18 | 3 | 0 | 18 | 0 | 0 | 18 | 3 |
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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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