Yzerfontein Surf Break

Lat Long: 33.33° S 18.16° E

Yzerfontein Surf Forecast and Surf Report

Issued: 7 am 18 Aug 2026 (local time)

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Today's Yzerfontein sea temperature is
12.4° C
3.1° 

Yzerfontein surf forecast is for near shore open water. Breaking waves will often be smaller at less exposed spots.


Yzerfontein surf forecast from 18 Aug 2026:

  • Best quality surf: Tuesday 18 Aug, 8PM (local time) - 10ft (3.0m), 13s period, SW swell with cross-offshore winds.
  • Most powerful swell: Sunday 23 Aug, 2AM (local time) - 10ft (3.0m), 14s period, SW swell with 3,798 kJ wave energy.
  • Next surfable swell (1★+): Tuesday 18 Aug, 8PM (local time) - 10ft (3.0m), 13s 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 Tuesday (Aug 18) at 8PM. The primary swell is predicted to be 3.0m and 13s period. The wind is predicted to be cross-offshore as the swell arrives.

The most powerful waves expected at Yzerfontein in the next 16 days are 3.0m 14s and forecast to arrive on Sunday (Aug 23) at 2AM. Winds are predicted to be cross-offshore at the time the swell arrives. The largest open ocean swell (not directed at the beach) is 1.0m 5s period and expected on Tuesday (Aug 18) at 11PM.

Wave TypeTime (SAST) & Date Wave Height & Period
Next good surf (1 star+) 8PM (Tue 18th Aug)10ft (3.0m) 13s
Best Surf 8PM (Tue 18th Aug)10ft (3.0m) 13s
Most Powerful 2AM (Sun 23rd Aug)10ft (3.0m) 14s

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


The Lowdown

Alright, surfers, Rusty here. Let’s have a look at what’s on the cards for our stretch of coast.

We’ve got a solid run of swell on the way, but it’s gonna take a bit of patience to find the really clean windows. The water is sitting at 54°, which is a full 6° colder than normal for this time of year – that’s a serious chill, so don’t even think about ditching the thickest wetsuit you own.

The first real standout is shaping up for Thursday morning, August 20th. Yzerfontein is looking at a powerful 10ft swell from the SW, with a solid 13-second period. The wind will be a light SSE cross-off, which is a dream for keeping things clean. The combined swell energy is a hefty 3174, so there’s plenty of water moving around. But look, at 10ft, this is strictly for the experienced crew. Beginners, sit this one out. The direction is a perfect match for the break’s optimum, and with that cross-off, the sets should be holding up nicely.

We get another crack at it on Sunday morning, August 23rd. Same story with the size – 10ft from the SW, 12-second period, and a light SSE cross-off wind keeping the surface glassy. The energy is still massive at 2329. This is another one for the experts only. The break is a beach and reef setup, and with that kind of power, you’ll want to pick your line carefully. It’s a spot that can get a crowd, so keep an eye out.

Now, for a slightly different vibe, jump ahead to Wednesday morning, August 26th. The swell drops to a more manageable 6ft from the WSW, still with a nice 12-second period. The wind turns truly glassy – dead calm, with a combined energy of 1167. This is excellent surf for experienced surfers, but the size is more inviting. It’s a great window for the intermediate crowd who want clean, lined-up waves without the 10ft intimidation factor.

The final week gets a bit messy. We see a massive pulse of energy on Sunday, August 30th, with a 10ft SW swell and a 17-second period – that’s a very long period groundswell, energy reading 4641. But the wind is onshore and choppy, so while the power is immense, the surface will be a mess. The following Monday and Tuesday (Aug 31 and Sep 1) are written off by strong winds and poor conditions.

The absolute pick of the whole 16-day window? It’s a toss-up between the Thursday 20th and Sunday 23rd mornings for the big-wave hunters, and the Wednesday 26th morning for the rest of you who want clean, powerful waves without the terrifying size. Get the timing right, and you’ll be rewarded.

Rusty.

Short Range Forecast

Mostly dry. Very mild (max 16°C on Tue afternoon, min 12°C on Tue night). Wind will be generally light.

Days 4-6 Weather Summary

Some drizzle, heaviest during Sat morning. Very mild (max 16°C on Fri afternoon, min 12°C on Fri morning). Wind will be generally light.

Tuesday
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Wednesday
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Thursday
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Friday
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Saturday
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Sunday
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2.3
WSW
12
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13
3
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12
2.5
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2.5
SW
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2.3
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2.1
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Metric surfscale
Energy kJ
1640
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2495
2073
1731
1476
3174
2576
1638
1112
866
389
256
1207
3798
2329
1935
780
569
502
611
Wind (km/h)
20
SSE
20
S
15
SSE
20
S
25
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15
SSE
15
SSE
25
S
15
SSE
15
SW
15
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10
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20
NW
15
S
10
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10
SSE
25
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High Tide
6:48PM1.29m
7:13AM1.10m
7:30PM1.15m
8:08AM0.99m
8:33PM1.04m
9:49AM0.92m
10:25PM0.98m
11:53AM0.96m
00:05AM1.04m
12:57PM1.07m
1:01AM1.13m
1:36PM1.19m
1:40AM1.24m
Low Tide
12:30PM0.38m
1:08AM0.42m
1:07PM0.51m
1:55AM0.53m
1:58PM0.63m
3:19AM0.62m
3:54PM0.70m
5:32AM0.61m
6:08PM0.66m
6:45AM0.52m
7:07PM0.55m
7:27AM0.41m
7:45PM0.44m
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6:20
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Temp °C
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Feels °C
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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.

Yzerfontein is 39 km (24 miles) from the city of Saldanha. If you plan a holiday in West Coast, look for hotels and other accommodation in Saldanha. Saldanha has rooms for a wide range of budgets as well as car hire and transport links.

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