South Africa › Sarah Baartman District Municipality › Jeffreys Bay
Live conditions
Local time
03:44am
Swell
3ft
6s
Cross-offshore wind
Cross
4mph
4mph
Falling tide
Low
05:32am
Weather
20°C
20°C
2mm wetsuit
Boots
Gloves
Hood
Nearest spots
10 day surf forecast
Time | Primary Swell | Secondary Swell | Wind | Secondary Swell | Weather |
---|---|---|---|---|---|
3ft 8s | 4ft 15s | Cross 4mph 5mph | 4ft 15s | 21°C | |
1-2ft 12s | 3ft 7s | Cross 6mph 8mph | 3ft 7s | 23°C | |
1ft 12s | 2-3ft 6s | Cross 14mph 16mph | 2-3ft 6s | 26°C | |
1ft 12s | 2ft 7s | Cross 18mph 20mph | 2ft 7s | 26°C | |
1ft 12s | 2ft 8s | Cross 15mph 18mph | 2ft 8s | 24°C | |
1-3ft 11s | 2ft 9s | Cross 11mph 16mph | 2ft 9s | 23°C | |
4-6ft 15s | 2ft 10s | Cross 9mph 12mph | 2ft 10s | 22°C | |
6ft 15s | 2ft 10s | Cross 5mph 6mph | 2ft 10s | 21°C |
Time | Primary Swell | Secondary Swell | Wind | Secondary Swell | Weather |
---|---|---|---|---|---|
6ft 14s | 1ft 10s | On 16mph 15mph | 1ft 10s | 23°C | |
6ft 14s | 1ft 9s | On 16mph 17mph | 1ft 9s | 23°C | |
7ft 13s | 1ft 9s | On 9mph 11mph | 1ft 9s | 21°C |
Time | Primary Swell | Secondary Swell | Wind | Secondary Swell | Weather |
---|---|---|---|---|---|
7ft 11s | 1ft 8s | Cross 12mph 15mph | 1ft 8s | 23°C | |
7ft 11s | 1ft 8s | Cross 12mph 13mph | 1ft 8s | 22°C 0.07mm/h | |
7ft 11s | 1ft 8s | Cross 12mph 15mph | 1ft 8s | 21°C |
Time | Primary Swell | Secondary Swell | Wind | Secondary Swell | Weather |
---|---|---|---|---|---|
5-6ft 11s | 0-1ft 16s | Cross 18mph 22mph | 0-1ft 16s | 21°C | |
5ft 11s | 1ft 16s | Cross 18mph 23mph | 1ft 16s | 21°C 0.07mm/h | |
5ft 10s | 1ft 15s | Cross 19mph 27mph | 1ft 15s | 21°C 0.1mm/h |
Time | Primary Swell | Secondary Swell | Wind | Secondary Swell | Weather |
---|---|---|---|---|---|
4ft 12s | Cross 19mph 19mph | Flat | 27°C | ||
3-4ft 12s | Cross 20mph 24mph | Flat | 26°C | ||
2-3ft 12s | 0-1ft 17s | Cross 13mph 19mph | 0-1ft 17s | 24°C |
Time | Primary Swell | Secondary Swell | Wind | Secondary Swell | Weather |
---|---|---|---|---|---|
2ft 12s | 4ft 8s | Cross 12mph 13mph | 4ft 8s | 23°C | |
0-1ft 16s | 2-3ft 10s | Cross 12mph 13mph | 2-3ft 10s | 23°C | |
0-1ft 17s | 2ft 10s | On 9mph 12mph | 2ft 10s | 22°C 0.14mm/h |
Time | Primary Swell | Secondary Swell | Wind | Secondary Swell | Weather |
---|---|---|---|---|---|
2ft 10s | 2ft 14s | Cross 13mph 12mph | 2ft 14s | 23°C | |
2ft 10s | 2ft 14s | Cross 12mph 12mph | 2ft 14s | 22°C | |
1-2ft 9s | 3ft 14s | Cross 7mph 9mph | 3ft 14s | 21°C |
Time | Primary Swell | Secondary Swell | Wind | Secondary Swell | Weather |
---|---|---|---|---|---|
4ft 9s | 3ft 12s | On 16mph 17mph | 3ft 12s | 23°C | |
3-4ft 11s | 2ft 10s | Cross 18mph 20mph | 2ft 10s | 23°C | |
4ft 9s | 3ft 13s | On 13mph 17mph | 3ft 13s | 22°C |
Time | Primary Swell | Secondary Swell | Wind | Secondary Swell | Weather |
---|---|---|---|---|---|
Flat | 3-4ft 13s | On 12mph 14mph | 3-4ft 13s | 24°C 0.21mm/h | |
Flat | 1-2ft 19s | Cross 13mph 16mph | 1-2ft 19s | 23°C 0.19mm/h | |
0-1ft 19s | 1-2ft 19s | Cross 12mph 16mph | 1-2ft 19s | 22°C 0.5mm/h |
Time | Primary Swell | Secondary Swell | Wind | Secondary Swell | Weather |
---|---|---|---|---|---|
4ft 10s | 5ft 15s | Cross 8mph 10mph | 5ft 15s | 24°C 0.1mm/h | |
4ft 11s | 5ft 15s | On 8mph 11mph | 5ft 15s | 23°C 0.13mm/h | |
5ft 12s | 5ft 14s | On 8mph 13mph | 5ft 14s | 23°C 0.16mm/h |
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.