Vetchies Reef

Where in South Africa is Vetchies Reef located?

Wave

Wave TypeReef (rocky)
Wave DirectionRight
BottomReef (coral, sharp rocks etc..)
Wave PowerFast, Hollow, Powerful
ReputationLegendary
Wave Length (best)Average, 50 to 150 meters
Wave Height Min8-10 ft/2.5-3 m
Wave Height Max16 ft+/5 m+

Swell & Wind

Swell DirectionSouthWest, SouthEast, NorthEast
Swell Direction (degrees)22.5°-157.5°
Best Wind DirectionSouthWest
Wind Direction (degrees)202.5°-292.5°
Swell Size Min8ft-10ft
Swell Size Max16ft and over

Tide

Best Tide MovementRising Tide

Experience & Equipment

FrequencySometimes break (between 5 and 40)
Paddle OutModerate

Crowds & Access

Crowd (Weekdays)Empty
Crowd (Weekends)Crowded
Access DistanceTake a car
Walk DescriptionInstant access (<5 min)
Easy to FindYes
Public AccessYes

Best Time to Surf

Best SeasonMarch, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November

Seasonal Conditions

Jan-FebMar-AprMay-JunJul-AugSep-OctNov-Dec
WetsuitBoardshortsBoardshortsBoardshortsBoardshortsBoardshortsBoardshorts
Water Temp26°C26°C23°C22°C22°C23°C
Air Temp24°C23°C19°C17°C20°C21°C
ClimatePartly Cloudy/SunnySunnySunnySunnyPartly Cloudy/SunnyPartly Cloudy/Sunny