Jeffreys Bay – Supertubes in May
May is a good month for surfing at Jeffreys Bay – Supertubes (best: June–September).
Plan your trip to Jeffreys Bay – SupertubesEvery 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: 3.4 m on average (daily maximum)
- Water: 18°C, 4/3 wetsuit
- Air: 22°C by day, 12°C at night
- Weather: 27 sunny days, 6 rainy days
Jeffreys Bay – SupertubesEastern Cape, South AfricaAdvanced only · 4/3 wetsuit · ✈ PLZ 63 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 May
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DurbanSouth Africa · 740 km away · water 24°C1.8 m waves2
MuizenbergSouth Africa · 595 km away · water 16°C3 m waves3
BloubergstrandSouth Africa · 597 km away · water 15°C3 m wavesWithin 1,500 km, ranked by wave height and, a little, warm water.
Where to go surfing in May →Schools and camps near Jeffreys Bay – Supertubes
- Jeffrey's Bay Surf School 2.5 km
- Surf Inn 0 km
Camps and schools are from OpenStreetMap; check with them directly before you book.
Questions
Is May a good time for surfing at Jeffreys Bay – Supertubes?
May is a good month for surfing at Jeffreys Bay – Supertubes (best: June–September). Waves 3.4 m, water 18°C (4/3 wetsuit), air 22°C.
How warm is the water at Jeffreys Bay – Supertubes in May?
About 18°C: 4/3 wetsuit.
How big are the waves at Jeffreys Bay – Supertubes in May?
About 3.4 m on average (daily maximum).
What is the weather like at Jeffreys Bay – Supertubes in May?
Around 22°C by day and 12°C at night, with about 27 sunny and 6 rainy days.
Where else can I go surfing in May?
Within 1,500 km: Durban (1.8 m waves), Muizenberg (3 m waves) & Bloubergstrand (3 m waves).