Durban in August
August is one of the best months for surfing at Durban.
Plan your trip to DurbanEvery month at a glance, daily wind and waves from years of weather statistics, photos, videos and local tips.Updated October 2026 · weather data 2022–2026
In short
- Waves: 2.1 m on average (daily maximum)
- Water: 21°C, 3/2 wetsuit
- Air: 23°C by day, 15°C at night
- Weather: 28 sunny days, 5 rainy days
DurbanKwaZulu-Natal, South AfricaBeginner-friendly · 3/2 wetsuit · ✈ DUR 28 kmWave height per month (m, average daily max)
Wave height: average daily maximum. Figures from 5 years of weather data (Open-Meteo).
Best time to go →Other spots for surfing in August
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Jeffreys Bay – SupertubesSouth Africa · 740 km away · water 16°C3.8 m waves2
TofoMozambique · 803 km away · water 24°C1.5 m waves3
MuizenbergSouth Africa · 1275 km away · water 14°C3.3 m waves4
BloubergstrandSouth Africa · 1266 km away · water 14°C3.3 m wavesWithin 1,500 km, ranked by wave height and, a little, warm water.
Where to go surfing in August →Questions
Is August a good time for surfing at Durban?
August is one of the best months for surfing at Durban. Waves 2.1 m, water 21°C (3/2 wetsuit), air 23°C.
How warm is the water at Durban in August?
About 21°C: 3/2 wetsuit.
How big are the waves at Durban in August?
About 2.1 m on average (daily maximum).
What is the weather like at Durban in August?
Around 23°C by day and 15°C at night, with about 28 sunny and 5 rainy days.
Where else can I go surfing in August?
Within 1,500 km: Jeffreys Bay – Supertubes (3.8 m waves), Tofo (1.5 m waves) & Muizenberg (3.3 m waves).