Surfing in Western Cape

4 surfing spots in Western Cape, South Africa. The colours show each month: the stronger, the better for surfing.

Updated November 2026 · weather data 2022–2026

In short

Best waves in Western Cape: January–August, October–December (around 2.5 m, water 16°C, 4/3 wetsuit).
Top picks: Victoria Bay, Muizenberg & Bloubergstrand.
For beginners: Muizenberg.

Wave height: average daily maximum.

Month	Waves	Water	Wetsuit	Air
JanuaryJan	2.2 m	18°C	4/3 wetsuit	26°C
FebruaryFeb	2.2 m	18°C	4/3 wetsuit	26°C
MarchMar	2.2 m	18°C	4/3 wetsuit	25°C
AprilApr	2.4 m	16°C	4/3 wetsuit	22°C
MayMay	2.7 m	15°C	5/4 wetsuit and boots	20°C
JuneJun	2.8 m	15°C	5/4 wetsuit and boots	19°C
JulyJul	2.8 m	14°C	5/4 wetsuit and boots	17°C
AugustAug	2.9 m	14°C	5/4 wetsuit and boots	18°C
SeptemberSep	2.7 m	15°C	5/4 wetsuit and boots	20°C
OctoberOct	2.4 m	16°C	4/3 wetsuit	22°C
NovemberNov	2.3 m	16°C	4/3 wetsuit	24°C
DecemberDec	2.3 m	17°C	4/3 wetsuit	25°C

Averages of the 4 spots on this page. Best months highlighted. Air: average daytime high.

Best waves in Western Cape: January–August, October–December (around 2.5 m, water 16°C, 4/3 wetsuit).

It depends on the month: about 18°C water in February (4/3 wetsuit) and about 14°C in July (5/4 wetsuit and boots).

Yes, these spots suit beginners: Muizenberg.

George Airport (GRJ), 16 km from Victoria Bay; Cape Town International Airport (CPT), 19 km from Muizenberg.