Yzerfontein Surf Forecast and Surf Report

Alright folks, Rusty here. Let’s break down what’s happening at Yzerfontein for the next 16 days. It’s a real rollercoaster, with some proper big stuff and some clean, fun windows. The water temp is pretty much normal for this time of year, so no surprises there.

The first real action kicks off Saturday, August 8th, but it’s for the brave only. We’re looking at a 8ft SW groundswell (2254 energy) with a 13-second period, and the wind is glassy in the morning. That’s a beautiful picture, but the swell is already too big for beginners. By afternoon, the wind turns onshore and the swell blows up to 12ft (4163 energy) – expert territory. Sunday, August 9th, is still pumping with 10ft to 12ft SSW swell under clean, strong cross-offshore winds. That’s big and powerful.

Monday, August 10th, drops a little to 8ft, but the wind is fresh and cross-off, keeping the surface a bit bumpy. Tuesday, August 11th, is the first real gem. The morning serves up a 7ft SSW groundswell (12-second period, 1270 energy) with a light offshore wind from the East. That’s gentle, clean, and perfect for intermediates. The afternoon stays clean too.

Wednesday, August 12th, is a standout. A 6ft WSW groundswell rolls in with a very long 19-second period in the morning (2178 energy). The wind is a fresh offshore from the ENE – that’s a clean, powerful setup. The afternoon is even better: 6ft, 18-second period, with a moderate offshore wind (1934 energy). This is excellent surf, and that long period makes for easy paddling and nice shapes.

Thursday, August 13th, keeps the quality high. The morning wind is fresh and cross-off, but the 8ft WSW swell (19-second period, 3810 energy) is a big one – only for experts. The afternoon is a winner: 7ft WSW, 17-second period, with a moderate offshore wind (2861 energy). That’s excellent. Friday, August 14th, is a great choice for the intermediate crowd. A 6ft WSW groundswell (15-second period, 1383 energy) with a light cross-offshore breeze. The morning is the time to go.

The next weekend is a bit of a dud. Saturday, August 15th, has moderate cross-shore winds and chop on a 6ft swell. Sunday, August 16th, the morning is clean with an 8ft WSW swell (13-second period, 2577 energy) and a light offshore – that’s solid for the experienced. The afternoon gets messy.

Monday, August 17th, is a beauty. A 8ft WSW swell (13-second period, 1820 energy) with glassy conditions and zero wind. That’s a morning session you’ll be telling your mates about. From Tuesday, August 18th, through Thursday, August 20th, the surf goes quiet with onshore winds, rain, and poor conditions. A real lull. Friday, August 21st, starts to clean up with a 5ft swell, but the wind is still fresh.

Then, get ready for the gun show. Saturday, August 22nd, is a monster. A 15ft WSW swell (13-second period, 6696 energy) arrives with a moderate cross-offshore wind. That is massive, dangerous, and for the absolute best only. The energy is insane. Sunday, August 23rd, brings an 12ft SW swell (13-second period, 4314 energy) with light cross-onshore winds. Still huge, expert-only.

The best on offer? For the everyday surfer, Tuesday, August 11th, morning is the pick: clean, offshore, 7ft swell. For the experienced crew looking for power, Wednesday, August 12th, afternoon is a true standout with that 6ft, 18-second period groundswell and moderate offshore wind. And if you’re an expert and want a clean, glassy session, Monday, August 17th, morning is a dream.

Rusty.

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