Skeleton Bay in August
August is one of the best months for surfing at Skeleton Bay.
Plan your trip to Skeleton BayEvery 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: 1.8 m on average (daily maximum)
- Water: 14°C, 5/4 wetsuit and boots
- Air: 18°C by day, 10°C at night
- Weather: 31 sunny days, 1 rainy day
Skeleton BayErongo, NamibiaAdvanced only · 5/4 wetsuit and boots · ✈ WVB 23 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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MuizenbergSouth Africa · 1304 km away · water 14°C3.3 m waves2
BloubergstrandSouth Africa · 1272 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 Skeleton Bay?
August is one of the best months for surfing at Skeleton Bay. Waves 1.8 m, water 14°C (5/4 wetsuit and boots), air 18°C.
How warm is the water at Skeleton Bay in August?
About 14°C: 5/4 wetsuit and boots.
How big are the waves at Skeleton Bay in August?
About 1.8 m on average (daily maximum).
What is the weather like at Skeleton Bay in August?
Around 18°C by day and 10°C at night, with about 31 sunny and 1 rainy days.
Where else can I go surfing in August?
Within 1,500 km: Muizenberg (3.3 m waves) & Bloubergstrand (3.3 m waves).