Surf Forecasts:
Yzerfontein surf forecast from 22 Aug 2026:
- Best quality surf: Sunday 23 Aug, 2AM (local time) - 6ft (1.9m), 10s period, SW swell with cross-offshore winds.
- Most powerful swell: Tuesday 25 Aug, 11AM (local time) - 7ft (2.2m), 14s period, SW swell with 1,922 kJ wave energy.
- Next surfable swell (1★+): Saturday 22 Aug, 11PM (local time) - 6ft (1.9m), 10s 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 22) at 11PM. The primary swell is predicted to be 1.9m and 10s period with a secondary swell of 0.7m and 15s. 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 2.2m 14s and forecast to arrive on Tuesday (Aug 25) 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 0.8m 4s period and expected on Monday (Aug 24) at 2AM.
| Wave Type | Time (SAST) & Date | Wave Height & Period |
|---|---|---|
| Next good surf (1 star+) | 11PM (Sat 22nd Aug) | 6ft (1.9m) 10s |
| Best Surf | 2AM (Sun 23rd Aug) | 6ft (1.9m) 10s |
| Most Powerful | 11AM (Tue 25th Aug) | 7ft (2.2m) 14s |
Table - best surf conditions forecast for Yzerfontein over the next 16 days.
The Lowdown
Right, let’s have a look at what’s cookin’ here for Yzerfontein. This spot is a beach-and-reef setup, fairly consistent, but it can get a bit moody. The water is sitting at 55°, which is about five degrees colder than usual for this time of year—so yeah, that’s proper chilly, mate. You’ll want a good thick steamer.
Okay, so we’ve got a bit of a quiet start. Nothing really worth paddling out for until Sunday morning, the 23rd of August. That morning is where it gets interesting. We’ll see a 8ft swell from the WSW with a 13-second period and moderate energy levels (1804). The wind is a clean cross-offshore from the SSE, so it’ll be lining up nicely. This is good for intermediate surfers, but at 8ft, it’s pushing past beginner territory. The direction is spot-on for what this place likes. A solid choice.
Monday morning the 24th is also worth a mention. A 7ft swell from the SW at 12 seconds, and again that clean cross-off wind. The energy is moderate (1115). It’s a little smaller, but still clean and rideable.
Tuesday the 25th stays chunky with a 7ft swell from the SW at a long 14-second period, carrying strong energy (2193). That long period means the paddle-out will be easier between sets, and at Yzerfontein, with that reef component, it should hold the shape well. The cross-off wind is still holding through the morning.
A bit of a lull hits midweek, but Friday the 28th of August brings a real standout for the afternoon. We’ve got glassy conditions, zero wind, and a solid 5ft swell from the WSW with a very long 14-second period. The energy is moderate (1005), but that glassy surface is the real prize. For an experienced surfer, this is a gem. That long-period swell at a beach-and-reef break like this can be a treat.
Now, the second week gets a bit wild. Wednesday the 2nd of September starts with glassy conditions and a 8ft SW swell—excellent for the experienced crew. But the real headline is Wednesday afternoon: a massive 15ft swell from the WSW with an 18-second period and extreme energy levels (11844). It’s glassy, but that size is purely for experts. If you’re not absolutely on your game, this is a day to watch from the shore.
Thursday the 3rd and Friday the 4th are messy with strong onshore wind and huge swell. Not good. Saturday the 5th of September morning, however, is glassy again with a 10ft SW swell and a 14-second period. That’s huge, powerful, and only for the very skilled.
So, the best on offer across this whole period? Gotta be that glassy Friday afternoon the 28th of August—clean, punchy, and manageable. And for the brave, that glassy Wednesday morning on the 2nd of September is a proper adventure, but it’s big.
Rusty.
Short Range ForecastMostly dry. Very mild (max 17°C on Mon afternoon, min 12°C on Sun morning). Wind will be generally light. | Days 4-6 Weather SummaryMostly dry. Warm (max 26°C on Wed afternoon, min 12°C on Tue morning). Wind will be generally light. | ||||||||||||||||||||
Saturday 22 | Sunday 23 | Monday 24 | Tuesday 25 | Wednesday 26 | Thursday 27 | Friday 28 | |||||||||||||||
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Wave Height (m) Direction Period (s) | SSW 10 | SSW 13 | SW 10 | WSW 13 | WSW 12 | SW 12 | SW 12 | WSW 11 | SW 15 | SW 14 | WSW 14 | WSW 13 | WSW 13 | WSW 12 | S 11 | SSW 11 | SSW 11 | S 11 | WSW 16 | WSW 14 | WSW 14 |
Wave Graph | |||||||||||||||||||||
327 | 430 | 789 | 1674 | 1354 | 1202 | 1040 | 508 | 1001 | 1922 | 1598 | 1077 | 587 | 446 | 403 | 363 | 303 | 281 | 302 | 822 | 930 | |
Wind (km/h) | |||||||||||||||||||||
Wind State on-shore cross-onshore cross-shore cross-offshore off-shore glassy | cross-on | on | cross-off | cross-off | cross | cross-off | cross-off | cross | cross-off | cross-off | cross-off | cross-off | cross-off | cross-off | cross-off | cross | on | cross-off | off | glassy | cross |
High Tide | 11:53AM0.96m | 00:05AM1.04m | 12:57PM1.07m | 1:01AM1.13m | 1:36PM1.19m | 1:40AM1.24m | 2:07PM1.31m | 2:13AM1.33m | 2:36PM1.42m | 2:44AM1.41m | 3:04PM1.52m | 3:14AM1.47m | 3:32PM1.59m | 3:45AM1.50m | |||||||
Low Tide | 6:08PM0.66m | 6:45AM0.52m | 7:07PM0.55m | 7:27AM0.41m | 7:45PM0.44m | 7:59AM0.30m | 8:17PM0.34m | 8:27AM0.21m | 8:46PM0.24m | 8:54AM0.14m | 9:15PM0.16m | 9:21AM0.09m | 9:44PM0.10m | ||||||||
7:18 | — | — | 7:16 | — | — | 7:15 | — | — | 7:13 | — | — | 7:13 | — | — | 7:11 | — | — | 7:11 | — | — | |
— | 6:22 | — | — | 6:22 | — | — | 6:23 | — | — | 6:23 | — | — | 6:24 | — | — | 6:25 | — | — | 6:25 | — | |
mm | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — |
Temp °C | 15 | 16 | 15 | 14 | 15 | 14 | 15 | 17 | 14 | 17 | 21 | 18 | 21 | 26 | 24 | 22 | 22 | 20 | 28 | 32 | 27 |
Feels °C | 14 | 13 | 15 | 13 | 11 | 10 | 12 | 13 | 10 | 12 | 16 | 15 | 19 | 24 | 22 | 19 | 19 | 17 | 25 | 30 | 23 |
Swell 1 Height (m) Direction Period (s) | SSW 10 | SSW 13 | SW 10 | WSW 13 | WSW 12 | SW 12 | SW 12 | WSW 11 | SW 15 | SW 14 | WSW 14 | WSW 13 | WSW 13 | SSW 11 | S 11 | SSW 11 | SSW 11 | S 11 | S 10 | WSW 14 | WSW 14 |
327 | 430 | 789 | 1674 | 1354 | 1202 | 1040 | 508 | 1001 | 1922 | 1598 | 1077 | 587 | 446 | 403 | 363 | 303 | 281 | 221 | 822 | 930 | |
Swell 2 Height (m) Direction Period (s) | WSW 11 | WSW 10 | WSW 14 | SW 11 | SW 11 | — | SW 12 | SW 14 | WSW 11 | — | — | S 8 | S 9 | WSW 12 | WSW 12 | WSW 12 | WSW 11 | WSW 11 | WSW 14 | S 10 | S 10 |
214 | 121 | 501 | 130 | 30 | — | 40 | 92 | 245 | — | — | 364 | 257 | 440 | 353 | 260 | 183 | 138 | 290 | 171 | 104 | |
Swell 3 Height (m) Direction Period (s) | — | WSW 17 | SSW 12 | — | — | — | — | SW 15 | SW 10 | — | — | — | SSW 12 | SSW 15 | SSW 15 | SW 18 | SSW 14 | WSW 15 | WSW 16 | S 4 | — |
— | 28 | 101 | — | — | — | — | 110 | 145 | — | — | — | 119 | 93 | 85 | 13 | 41 | 196 | 302 | 4 | — | |
Wind waves Height (m) Direction Period (s) | — | — | — | — | S 4 | S 4 | S 5 | S 6 | S 6 | S 7 | S 7 | — | — | — | — | N 2 | — | — | — | NNW 3 | NNW 4 |
— | — | — | — | 9 | 21 | 35 | 136 | 247 | 271 | 330 | — | — | — | — | 1 | — | — | — | 8 | 29 | |
Nearest Offshore or Glassy | |||||||||||||||||||||
Distance (km) | 47 | 71 | 0 | 0 | 59 | 21 | 50 | 129 | 21 | 59 | 59 | 52 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 49 | 71 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 49 |
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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.











