South Africa › Sarah Baartman District Municipality › Jeffreys Bay
Live conditions

Local time
02:00am
Swell
12ft
13s
Cross wind
Cross
8mph
11mph
Falling tide
Low
05:41am
Weather
14°C
16°C
3/2mm wetsuit
Boots
Gloves
Hood
Nearest spots


10 day surf forecast
| Time | Primary Swell | Secondary Swell | Wind | Secondary Swell | Weather |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
12ft 13s | 5ft 13s | Cross 8mph 10mph | 5ft 13s | 14°C | |
11ft 13s | 5ft 13s | Cross 6mph 8mph | 5ft 13s | 18°C | |
10-11ft 13s | 5ft 12s | Cross 11mph 9mph | 5ft 12s | 19°C | |
10ft 13s | 4-5ft 12s | Cross 12mph 11mph | 4-5ft 12s | 19°C | |
9-10ft 13s | 1-2ft 10s | Cross 7mph 7mph | 1-2ft 10s | 18°C | |
9ft 13s | 1ft 10s | Cross 3mph 3mph | 1ft 10s | 16°C | |
8-9ft 13s | 1ft 10s | Cross 3mph 3mph | 1ft 10s | 15°C | |
8ft 13s | 1ft 10s | Cross 4mph 4mph | 1ft 10s | 15°C |
| Time | Primary Swell | Secondary Swell | Wind | Secondary Swell | Weather |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
7ft 12s | 1ft 9s | On 17mph 19mph | 1ft 9s | 20°C | |
7ft 12s | 1ft 9s | On 15mph 18mph | 1ft 9s | 19°C | |
7ft 12s | 1ft 9s | Cross 10mph 14mph | 1ft 9s | 17°C |
| Time | Primary Swell | Secondary Swell | Wind | Secondary Swell | Weather |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
12ft 16s | 2ft 7s | Cross 18mph 23mph | 2ft 7s | 18°C 0.05mm/h | |
12ft 15s | 3ft 8s | Cross 19mph 25mph | 3ft 8s | 19°C | |
11ft 15s | 3ft 8s | Cross 16mph 25mph | 3ft 8s | 18°C |
| Time | Primary Swell | Secondary Swell | Wind | Secondary Swell | Weather |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
7ft 13s | 3-4ft 7s | On 16mph 23mph | 3-4ft 7s | 24°C | |
7ft 13s | 3ft 7s | On 17mph 25mph | 3ft 7s | 22°C | |
6-7ft 13s | 3ft 8s | Cross 17mph 25mph | 3ft 8s | 20°C |
| Time | Primary Swell | Secondary Swell | Wind | Secondary Swell | Weather |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
1ft 9s | 1ft 8s | Cross 23mph 26mph | 1ft 8s | 19°C 0.14mm/h | |
1ft 10s | 1ft 8s | Cross 21mph 25mph | 1ft 8s | 18°C 0.09mm/h | |
1-4ft 10s | 1ft 8s | Cross 16mph 21mph | 1ft 8s | 17°C 0.07mm/h |
| Time | Primary Swell | Secondary Swell | Wind | Secondary Swell | Weather |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
8-9ft 12s | 1ft 9s | Cross 14mph 13mph | 1ft 9s | 18°C | |
8ft 12s | 1ft 9s | Cross 9mph 8mph | 1ft 9s | 17°C | |
7ft 12s | 1ft 9s | Cross 5mph 6mph | 1ft 9s | 16°C |
| Time | Primary Swell | Secondary Swell | Wind | Secondary Swell | Weather |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
6ft 11s | 1ft 9s | Cross 13mph 13mph | 1ft 9s | 19°C | |
5-6ft 11s | 1ft 10s | On 10mph 11mph | 1ft 10s | 18°C | |
5ft 10s | 1ft 10s | On 8mph 11mph | 1ft 10s | 17°C |
| Time | Primary Swell | Secondary Swell | Wind | Secondary Swell | Weather |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
6ft 12s | 1ft 9s | Cross 12mph 12mph | 1ft 9s | 18°C | |
6ft 12s | 1ft 9s | Cross 8mph 9mph | 1ft 9s | 18°C | |
6ft 12s | 1ft 9s | Off 3mph 3mph | 1ft 9s | 16°C |
| Time | Primary Swell | Secondary Swell | Wind | Secondary Swell | Weather |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
5ft 13s | 2-3ft 10s | Cross 11mph 10mph | 2-3ft 10s | 20°C | |
5ft 12s | 1-2ft 9s | Cross 7mph 8mph | 1-2ft 9s | 19°C | |
5ft 12s | 1ft 8s | On 2mph 3mph | 1ft 8s | 17°C |
Historical data
Location guide
Jeffreys Bay, popularly known as "JBay," is located in South Africa's Eastern Cape. Famous for its consistent waves, it offers surfers a unique experience that is hard to replicate elsewhere. Being a world-renowned surf spot, Jeffrey's Bay has conditions that continuously challenge even the most experienced surfers. The surfing conditions at Jeffreys Bay can be described as diverse because of its variety of surf breaks. The Supertubes, arguably the most well-known break offers a fast, hollow right-hand point break, which makes for thrilling rides. This is the site of annual professional surfing competitions and is recognized for its long wall and speed. The sheer power and speed of the Supertubes can mean it is often best suited for more seasoned surfers. The Point, another favorite break at JBay, offers surfers a long ride with a slower pace compared to the Supertubes. It's perfect for intermediate surfers as it still possesses enough of a challenge while minimizing the risk of a heavy wipeout. On larger swells, it links up with Supertubes, providing an even longer ride. The water temperature at Jeffreys Bay can vary dramatically due to the shifting currents. Generally, it's relatively cold due to the Benguela Current that flows from the Southern Ocean up the western coast of Africa. Wearing a wetsuit is almost a necessity year-round, though you will need a thicker one in the winter months when temperatures can drop even further. The weather conditions are highly unpredictable. Winds can sometimes flip onshore without notice, and while winter generally provides the most consistent weather and wave patterns, summer often brings big cyclone swell from the east, creating larger, more unpredictable waves. Overall, Jeffreys Bay offers some of the best surf on the planet. Its consistent right-hand point breaks cater to a range of surfing abilities, and its variable conditions keep even the most experienced surfers on their toes.