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Cape Town, South Africa Daily Water Report — August 31, 2026

Today in Cape Town harbor, surfers are in for a treat with an impressive 8.5 out of 10 score. The swell is rolling in at 2.32 meters from 232 degrees, paired with a decent period of 8.75 seconds. Despite a bit of wind from the SSE at 6 knots, conditions are prime for catching some waves. The best time to hit the water is around 17:00 when wave heights are expected to dip to their calmest at 2.1 meters. For those considering fishing, a 6.8 out of 10 score suggests a fair day. With no rain on the horizon and stable barometric pressure at 1023 hPa, the conditions are steady. Take advantage of the solunar major period from 13:43 to 15:43 for the best chance at a catch. Sailors and boaters face a bit of a tradeoff today. While sailing scores a 6.4, the gusty winds peaking at nearly 30 knots earlier could pose a challenge. Boating is slightly less favorable at 6.3, with the same wind concerns and a moderate wave height of 2.34 meters. Kayakers might want to sit this one out, with a score of just 5.1 due to those choppy conditions. Diving conditions are not as stellar as earlier this week, now at 5.9 out of 10. The water temperature is a chilly 12.7°C, and the wind waves could impact visibility. Wildlife enthusiasts will find it an average day, scoring 6.9, with solunar timings providing the best windows. Looking ahead, the weather remains mostly dry until September 3, when rain chances spike to 88%. Winds will pick up significantly, so plan accordingly. For a memorable session, surfers should seize the opportunity today, as the current swell and wind combo is just about perfect.