The site has just been updated: reload the page to get everything working again.
Velddrift River kitesurf, wingfoil and windsurf spot
South Africa · Cap-Occidental
Overview
Velddrift River is a kite spot on the Berg River mouth, at Velddrift on the West Coast. The estuary offers a water body sheltered from ocean swell, with flat water to small chop conditions. The village of Velddrift is known for fishing and the salt industry (Velddrif Salt Pans). Good intermediate spot as an alternative to the Langebaan lagoon.
Spot forecast for Velddrift River
Sunrise 05:40 · Sunset 19:21
Forecasts provided by Open-Meteo
Tides
Heights above lowest astronomical tide, in the spot's local time. Computed 4.8 km from the spot.
- Tuesday 10 November High tide · 1.6 m Low tide · 0.4 m High tide · 1.7 m Low tide · 0.3 m
- Wednesday 11 November High tide · 1.6 m Low tide · 0.5 m High tide · 1.6 m Low tide · 0.4 m
- Thursday 12 November High tide · 1.6 m Low tide · 0.5 m High tide · 1.6 m Low tide · 0.5 m
- Friday 13 November High tide · 1.5 m Low tide · 0.6 m High tide · 1.5 m Low tide · 0.5 m
- Saturday 14 November High tide · 1.4 m Low tide · 0.7 m High tide · 1.4 m Low tide · 0.6 m
Velddrift River: when to go?
Rideable days and hours computed for a minimum wind of 7 knots · log in to set your own (foil, twin-tip…)
120h
in November · 17.5 rideable days
The season runs from September to February, peaking in November: 14 rideable days a month and 120 hours of usable wind, at 27 °C. The low point is June, at 5 days.
Rideable days per month
Wind strength when it is rideable
When the spot works, wind sits mostly between 7 and 12 knots — 77% of rideable hours. Big-kite territory. The coldest month is July, at 16 °C. The wettest month is July, with 106 mm.
Monthly averages: Velddrift River
| Month | Rideable days | Usable wind | Temperature | Rain |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 14.0 | 96 h | 29 °C | 5 mm |
| February | 11.0 | 90 h | 29 °C | 3 mm |
| March | 10.0 | 70 h | 27 °C | 22 mm |
| April | 11.0 | 82 h | 26 °C | 19 mm |
| May | 7.0 | 52 h | 22 °C | 26 mm |
| June | 5.0 | 29 h | 18 °C | 48 mm |
| July | 5.0 | 34 h | 16 °C | 106 mm |
| August | 8.0 | 53 h | 17 °C | 43 mm |
| September | 13.5 | 106 h | 21 °C | 14 mm |
| October | 13.0 | 108 h | 25 °C | 13 mm |
| November | 17.5 | 120 h | 28 °C | 5 mm |
| December | 14.5 | 95 h | 28 °C | 6 mm |
Photo gallery of Velddrift River
Ridden here? One photo or video, and the spot comes alive for everyone discovering it.
Technical details of Velddrift River spot
The spot works with winds from SE, SSE, S.
Spot functioning
Works in SE from October to March. Tide influences current and water level in the estuary. Mid-tide recommended. Wind picks up early afternoon.
Spot opening date · Required level
- Spot opening date
- Open all year round
- Required level
- Intermediate
On the water
Flat to small chop in the estuary. Sand and mud bottom. Cool water (14-18°C), 3/2 to 4/3 wetsuit. Tidal current in the estuary.
Parking
Parking in Velddrift along the river. Quiet and safe village.
Wind specificities
The SE (Cape Doctor) is channeled into the estuary and blows steadily, 15-25 knots from October to March. The river orientation determines whether wind is side-shore or more favorable. Thermal conditions in the afternoon.
Hazards
Tidal current in the estuary. Muddy bottom in places. Fishing boats in the channel. Cold water.
Something out of date? Suggest an edit
Live
CAPE COLUMBINE27.5 kmsource WIS2 - WMO
Readings reserved for Premium members
Readings from CAPE COLUMBINE weather station are reserved for Premium members.
- Real-time readings
- Last 48 hours history
- Custom alerts
- Extended weather forecasts
Already a Premium member? Log in
Additional stations
-
Ogimet - Langebaanweg (South Africa)19.8 km
Readings reserved for Premium members
source ogimet
All the details of your session on windtracker.app
Webcams near Velddrift River
Webcams provided by Windy.com
Nearby spots
All spots: Cap-OccidentalComments 0
No comments yet.