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

Local time
02:53pm
Swell
3ft
8s
Cross-offshore wind
Cross
16mph
26mph
Rising tide
High
02:46pm
Weather
20°C
19°C
3/2mm wetsuit
Boots
Gloves
Hood
Nearest spots
10 day surf forecast
Time | Primary Swell | Secondary Swell | Wind | Secondary Swell | Weather |
---|---|---|---|---|---|
6ft 10s | 3ft 8s | Cross 6mph 8mph | 3ft 8s | 17°C | |
6ft 10s | 3ft 8s | Cross 5mph 6mph | 3ft 8s | 17°C | |
5-6ft 10s | 3ft 9s | Cross 6mph 10mph | 3ft 9s | 22°C | |
3-4ft 9s | 1-2ft 14s | Cross 13mph 21mph | 1-2ft 14s | 23°C | |
3-4ft 9s | 2ft 14s | Cross 18mph 28mph | 2ft 14s | 19°C | |
5-6ft 9s | 2ft 10s | Cross 27mph 34mph | 2ft 10s | 16°C | |
2-4ft 9s | 2ft 13s | Cross 15mph 24mph | 2ft 13s | 15°C | |
2-3ft 13s | 2ft 9s | Cross 30mph 42mph | 2ft 9s | 14°C 0.45mm/h |
Time | Primary Swell | Secondary Swell | Wind | Secondary Swell | Weather |
---|---|---|---|---|---|
1ft 9s | 1ft 12s | Off 27mph 34mph | 1ft 12s | 16°C 0.06mm/h | |
1ft 10s | 1ft 12s | Off 26mph 38mph | 1ft 12s | 17°C | |
1ft 10s | 1-2ft 10s | Off 23mph 36mph | 1-2ft 10s | 17°C |
Time | Primary Swell | Secondary Swell | Wind | Secondary Swell | Weather |
---|---|---|---|---|---|
13ft 14s | 1ft 10s | On 10mph 10mph | 1ft 10s | 19°C | |
12-13ft 14s | 1ft 10s | On 6mph 8mph | 1ft 10s | 17°C | |
12ft 14s | 1ft 10s | Cross 2mph 3mph | 1ft 10s | 15°C |
Time | Primary Swell | Secondary Swell | Wind | Secondary Swell | Weather |
---|---|---|---|---|---|
9-10ft 14s | 1ft 11s | Cross 10mph 9mph | 1ft 11s | 18°C | |
9ft 14s | 1ft 11s | Cross 10mph 14mph | 1ft 11s | 18°C | |
9ft 14s | 1ft 11s | Cross 9mph 16mph | 1ft 11s | 16°C |
Time | Primary Swell | Secondary Swell | Wind | Secondary Swell | Weather |
---|---|---|---|---|---|
7ft 13s | 1ft 10s | Cross 6mph 11mph | 1ft 10s | 24°C | |
6-7ft 12s | 1ft 10s | Off 7mph 8mph | 1ft 10s | 22°C | |
6ft 12s | 1-2ft 10s | Off 8mph 8mph | 1-2ft 10s | 20°C |
Time | Primary Swell | Secondary Swell | Wind | Secondary Swell | Weather |
---|---|---|---|---|---|
6ft 14s | 2ft 6s | Cross 14mph 18mph | 2ft 6s | 27°C | |
6ft 14s | 2ft 7s | Cross 9mph 10mph | 2ft 7s | 24°C | |
6ft 14s | 2ft 9s | Cross 8mph 9mph | 2ft 9s | 21°C |
Time | Primary Swell | Secondary Swell | Wind | Secondary Swell | Weather |
---|---|---|---|---|---|
6ft 14s | 2-3ft 17s | On 8mph 8mph | 2-3ft 17s | 20°C | |
6-7ft 14s | 3-4ft 17s | Cross 5mph 6mph | 3-4ft 17s | 18°C | |
7-8ft 15s | 1-2ft 13s | Cross 2mph 2mph | 1-2ft 13s | 17°C |
Time | Primary Swell | Secondary Swell | Wind | Secondary Swell | Weather |
---|---|---|---|---|---|
7ft 13s | 1ft 4s | Cross 6mph 6mph | 1ft 4s | 20°C | |
6ft 13s | 1ft 5s | Cross 5mph 5mph | 1ft 5s | 18°C | |
6ft 13s | 1ft 11s | Cross 5mph 5mph | 1ft 11s | 18°C |
Time | Primary Swell | Secondary Swell | Wind | Secondary Swell | Weather |
---|---|---|---|---|---|
4-5ft 9s | 3ft 11s | On 8mph 8mph | 3ft 11s | 19°C | |
4ft 8s | 3ft 11s | Cross 8mph 10mph | 3ft 11s | 19°C | |
4ft 8s | 3ft 11s | Cross 8mph 15mph | 3ft 11s | 18°C |
Time | Primary Swell | Secondary Swell | Wind | Secondary Swell | Weather |
---|---|---|---|---|---|
4ft 8s | 3-4ft 15s | Cross 17mph 21mph | 3-4ft 15s | 21°C | |
4-5ft 15s | 3ft 8s | Cross 19mph 29mph | 3ft 8s | 18°C | |
5ft 15s | 3ft 7s | Cross 15mph 25mph | 3ft 7s | 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.