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Timezone:
Africa/Johannesburg
Forecast updated:
25/09, 14:00
Wind: SN UNITY Atmos
(20260924 18z)
Waves: SN UNITY WAVE
(20260924 18z)

Weather

Monday 28/09

Water temperature
16°C
Daily average
Air temperatureBeta
Over water
14–16°C
On shore
10–17°C
Moon phase
Waning gibbous
96% illuminated
Closest moon phase
Full moon
Sat 26/09 18:49
Tide range
-0.3m - 1.6m
Low 10:24 · High 16:48
Next spring tide
Sat 10/10
1.8m range
Next neap tide
Sun 04/10
0.5m range

Timeline

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Buffalo Point Surf Forecast Guide

Overview

Buffalo Point is a right-hand point that breaks over a mix of boulders and sand. It's one of the more consistent waves around and usually has something to ride. Keep an eye out for large fish while you're out there.

When It Works

The point draws swell from east through south to southwest (E-S-SW), with south the best match, and works from 0.9 m / 3 ft to 3 m / 10 ft. It won't show its true potential until there's some east in the swell. The long, quality rides tend to arrive on a moderate southeast swell paired with a westerly wind. A southwest swell and wind will still get it going, but expect a messier, shorter ride without that standout quality.

Wind and Tide

The workable offshore direction is northeast. It breaks across low, mid, and high tide, with a rising tide generally the better call.

Local Tips

Buffalo Point suits intermediate surfers, and you can expect a moderately busy lineup when it's working.

Access

There's camping nearby if you want to stay close to the break.

Surf spots near Buffalo Point

Gerickes Point
Western Cape, South Africa
Point break
Fri 25
Sat 26
Sun 27
Mon 28
Tue 29
Goukamma
Western Cape, South Africa
Beach break
Fri 25
Sat 26
Sun 27
Mon 28
Tue 29
Murphys
Western Cape, South Africa
Reef break
Fri 25
Sat 26
Sun 27
Mon 28
Tue 29
Buffalo Point
Western Cape, South Africa
Point break
Fri 25
Sat 26
Sun 27
Mon 28
Tue 29
The Wedge
Western Cape, South Africa
Beach break
Fri 25
Sat 26
Sun 27
Mon 28
Tue 29

Frequently asked questions

What are good surfing conditions for Buffalo Point?

Buffalo Point is usually best with swell from east through south to southwest (E-S-SW), ideally south (S) around 0.9 m / 3 ft to 3 m / 10 ft, northeast (NE) offshore wind, and any tide.

Where is the surf spot Buffalo Point?

Buffalo Point is a surf spot in Buffelsbaai, Western Cape, South Africa.

What is the surf break like at Buffalo Point?

Buffalo Point is a right point break over boulders and sand. Expect a moderate crowd.

What surfing skill level is Buffalo Point suitable for?

Buffalo Point can suit intermediate surfers.

Is Buffalo Point beginner friendly for surfing?

Buffalo Point is better suited to intermediate surfers.

How consistent is the surf at Buffalo Point?

Buffalo Point is one of the more consistent surf spots in Western Cape, South Africa.

What facilities are available for surfers at Buffalo Point?

Facilities for surfers at Buffalo Point: camping.

What surf spots are near Buffalo Point?

Other nearby surf spots are Murphys, Goukamma, Gerickes Point, and The Wedge.

What swell direction works for surfing at Buffalo Point?

Buffalo Point can work with swell from east through south to southwest (E-S-SW); south (S) is usually best.

What swell size works for surfing at Buffalo Point?

Buffalo Point usually works with swell around 0.9 m / 3 ft to 3 m / 10 ft.

What wind direction is best for surfing at Buffalo Point?

Northeast (NE) offshore wind is usually best at Buffalo Point.

What wind direction is offshore for surfing at Buffalo Point?

Northeast (NE) is offshore at Buffalo Point.

What tide works best for surfing at Buffalo Point?

Buffalo Point can work on all tides. A rising tide is usually better here.

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