
Surf Forecasts:
Yzerfontein surf forecast from 7 Aug 2026:
- Best quality surf: Saturday 8 Aug, 2AM (local time) - 10ft (3.0m), 14s period, SW swell with cross-shore winds.
- Most powerful swell: Saturday 8 Aug, 8PM (local time) - 11ft (3.5m), 14s period, SW swell with 4,631 kJ wave energy.
- Next surfable swell (1★+): Saturday 8 Aug, 2AM (local time) - 10ft (3.0m), 14s period with SW swell.
Best Forecast Surf Conditions for Yzerfontein this week:
The surf forecast for Yzerfontein over the next 16 days: The first swell (rated 1 star or higher) is forecast to arrive on Saturday (Aug 08) at 2AM. The primary swell is predicted to be 3.0m and 14s period. The wind is predicted to be cross-shore as the swell arrives.
The most powerful waves expected at Yzerfontein in the next 16 days are 3.5m 14s and forecast to arrive on Saturday (Aug 08) at 8PM. Winds are predicted to be cross-shore at the time the swell arrives. The largest open ocean swell (not directed at the beach) is 0.9m 10s period and expected on Wednesday (Aug 12) at 2PM.
| Wave Type | Time (SAST) & Date | Wave Height & Period |
|---|---|---|
| Next good surf (1 star+) | 2AM (Sat 8th Aug) | 10ft (3.0m) 14s |
| Best Surf | 2AM (Sat 8th Aug) | 10ft (3.0m) 14s |
| Most Powerful | 8PM (Sat 8th Aug) | 11ft (3.5m) 14s |
Table - best surf conditions forecast for Yzerfontein over the next 16 days.
The Lowdown
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.
Short Range ForecastSome drizzle, heaviest during Sat night. Very mild (max 15°C on Sat afternoon, min 11°C on Sun night). Winds increasing (calm on Sat morning, strong winds from the S by Sun afternoon). | Days 5-7 Weather SummaryMostly dry. Warm (max 23°C on Thu afternoon, min 11°C on Mon night). Mainly fresh winds. | ||||||||||||||||||
Saturday 8 | Sunday 9 | Monday 10 | Tuesday 11 | Wednesday 12 | Thursday 13 | ||||||||||||||
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) | SW 14 | SW 13 | SW 14 | SW 13 | SW 12 | SSW 12 | SSW 11 | SSW 11 | SSW 10 | SSW 14 | SSW 12 | SSW 12 | WSW 22 | WSW 19 | WSW 18 | WSW 16 | WSW 19 | WSW 17 | WSW 16 |
Wave Graph | |||||||||||||||||||
3606 | 2254 | 4132 | 3903 | 2293 | 3471 | 2296 | 1309 | 1128 | 2321 | 1236 | 843 | 1541 | 1920 | 1859 | 1832 | 3810 | 2861 | 1982 | |
Wind (km/h) | |||||||||||||||||||
Wind State on-shore cross-onshore cross-shore cross-offshore off-shore glassy | cross | glassy | on | cross | cross-off | cross-off | cross-off | cross-off | cross-off | off | off | cross-off | off | off | off | off | cross-off | off | off |
High Tide | 10:23PM1.20m | 11:32AM1.10m | 11:54PM1.25m | 12:48PM1.23m | 1:05AM1.35m | 1:44PM1.38m | 2:00AM1.46m | 2:31PM1.52m | 2:47AM1.53m | 3:13PM1.62m | 3:29AM1.57m | 3:52PM1.69m | 4:09AM1.56m | ||||||
Low Tide | 5:09AM0.42m | 5:37PM0.50m | 6:32AM0.33m | 6:57PM0.38m | 7:31AM0.21m | 7:55PM0.24m | 8:19AM0.10m | 8:44PM0.12m | 9:01AM0.02m | 9:27PM0.04m | 9:40AM-0.01m | 10:07PM0.01m | |||||||
— | 7:33 | — | — | 7:31 | — | — | 7:31 | — | — | 7:30 | — | — | 7:28 | — | — | 7:28 | — | — | |
6:12 | — | 6:13 | — | — | 6:14 | — | — | 6:14 | — | — | 6:15 | — | — | 6:15 | — | — | 6:15 | — | |
mm | — | — | — | 1 | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — |
Temp °C | 13 | 14 | 15 | 13 | 12 | 13 | 12 | 13 | 14 | 12 | 12 | 18 | 17 | 18 | 22 | 22 | 20 | 23 | 21 |
Feels °C | 10 | 13 | 13 | 9 | 5 | 3 | 3 | 6 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 14 | 13 | 10 | 17 | 17 | 13 | 17 | 16 |
Swell 1 Height (m) Direction Period (s) | SW 14 | SW 13 | SW 14 | SW 13 | SW 12 | — | SSW 11 | SSW 11 | SSW 14 | SSW 14 | SSW 12 | SSW 12 | S 11 | WSW 19 | WSW 18 | WSW 16 | WSW 19 | WSW 17 | WSW 16 |
3606 | 2254 | 4132 | 3903 | 2293 | — | 2296 | 1309 | 107 | 2321 | 1236 | 843 | 451 | 1920 | 1859 | 1832 | 3810 | 2861 | 1982 | |
Swell 2 Height (m) Direction Period (s) | — | — | WSW 18 | — | — | — | — | S 18 | SSW 14 | WSW 11 | WSW 10 | SW 25 | WSW 22 | SSW 10 | SW 10 | WSW 22 | — | — | — |
— | — | 31 | — | — | — | — | 7 | 166 | 101 | 20 | 159 | 1541 | 166 | 64 | 807 | — | — | — | |
Swell 3 Height (m) Direction Period (s) | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | W 27 | WSW 10 | WSW 10 | SSE 9 | S 12 | S 10 | — | — | — |
— | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | 14 | 10 | 18 | 92 | 11 | 18 | — | — | — | |
Wind waves Height (m) Direction Period (s) | — | — | — | — | S 6 | SSW 12 | — | — | SSW 10 | — | — | — | — | E 4 | SE 10 | E 3 | E 4 | — | N 7 |
— | — | — | — | 212 | 3471 | — | — | 1128 | — | — | — | — | 13 | 79 | 11 | 12 | — | 36 | |
Nearest Offshore or Glassy | |||||||||||||||||||
Distance (km) | 59 | 0 | 68 | 114 | 377 | 1418 | 59 | 112 | 59 | 0 | 0 | 50 | 0 | 50 | 0 | 21 | 21 | 0 | 0 |
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Information about the Yzerfontein Surf forecast
The above surf forecast table for Yzerfontein provides essential information for determining whether the surfing conditions will be good over the next 16 days. A general guide to surfing at Yzerfontein can be found by selecting the local surf guide option on the grey menu. Our Yzerfontein 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 (Yzerfontein) 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 Yzerfontein 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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