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Mdumbi Point kitesurf, wingfoil and surf spot
South Africa · Eastern Cape
Overview
Mdumbi Point is the rocky point adjacent to Mdumbi Beach on the Wild Coast. This exposed spot offers more committed conditions than the beach, with direct ocean swell and coastal currents. Reserved for experienced riders. Exceptional natural setting with warm subtropical waters (20-24°C).
Spot forecast for Mdumbi Point
Sunrise 05:17 · Sunset 18:18
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Tides
Heights above lowest astronomical tide, in the spot's local time. Computed 2.9 km from the spot.
- Tuesday 20 October Low tide · 0.8 m High tide · 1.2 m Low tide · 0.8 m
- Wednesday 21 October High tide · 1.2 m Low tide · 0.7 m High tide · 1.4 m Low tide · 0.7 m
- Thursday 22 October High tide · 1.3 m Low tide · 0.6 m High tide · 1.6 m Low tide · 0.5 m
- Friday 23 October High tide · 1.5 m Low tide · 0.4 m High tide · 1.7 m Low tide · 0.4 m
- Saturday 24 October High tide · 1.6 m Low tide · 0.3 m High tide · 1.8 m Low tide · 0.2 m
Mdumbi Point: when to go?
Rideable days and hours computed for a minimum wind of 7 knots · log in to set your own (foil, twin-tip…)
147h
in October · 15 rideable days
The season runs from August to December, peaking in October: 15 rideable days a month and 147 hours of usable wind, at 23 °C. The low point is May, at 7.5 days.
Rideable days per month
Wind strength when it is rideable
When the spot works, wind sits mostly between 7 and 12 knots — 74% of rideable hours. Big-kite territory. The coldest month is June, at 21 °C. The wettest month is June, with 142 mm.
Monthly averages: Mdumbi Point
| Month | Rideable days | Usable wind | Temperature | Rain |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 11.5 | 106 h | 25 °C | 134 mm |
| February | 12.5 | 111 h | 26 °C | 94 mm |
| March | 13.5 | 100 h | 26 °C | 111 mm |
| April | 11.0 | 78 h | 24 °C | 129 mm |
| May | 7.5 | 56 h | 24 °C | 9 mm |
| June | 8.5 | 51 h | 21 °C | 142 mm |
| July | 11.5 | 69 h | 21 °C | 20 mm |
| August | 13.5 | 93 h | 22 °C | 5 mm |
| September | 14.5 | 117 h | 21 °C | 70 mm |
| October | 15.0 | 147 h | 23 °C | 99 mm |
| November | 15.0 | 149 h | 23 °C | 110 mm |
| December | 15.0 | 141 h | 25 °C | 99 mm |
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Technical details of Mdumbi Point spot
The spot works with winds from SSE, S, SSW, SW.
Spot functioning
The spot works in SW to S winds, with a noticeable south swell. The point creates a quality wave zone and wind acceleration. Best at mid-tide. At high tide, rocks are covered but currents are stronger.
Spot opening date · Required level
- Spot opening date
- Open all year round
- Required level
- Advanced
On the water
Open ocean with sustained swell. Warm water (20-24°C). Rocky bottom at the point, watch for sea urchins. Noticeable currents. Ideal wave conditions for wave riding.
Parking
Same access as Mdumbi Beach. Parking near Mdumbi Backpackers then walk to the point. Coastal path to access the spot.
Wind specificities
Same wind conditions as Mdumbi Beach. SW wind is the most favourable, blowing side-onshore. The point creates local accelerations and turbulence. Gusts can be stronger at the point. NE winds are offshore and not recommended.
Hazards
Exposed rocks with sea urchins. Strong coastal currents. Powerful swell. Sharks present. Isolated spot with no rescue. Buddy system imperative. Never sail alone.
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