Dairy Beach
Beach break · Durban, Kwazulu Natal · Beginner → Advanced
Dairy Beach surf today
Forecast for Wednesday 14 October
Intermediate : Today's best is behind us. — Best window: 5h–8h
Today's score by level (at the day's best, out of 100)
- Beginner 60
- Intermediate 68
- Advanced 53
- Waves 1.5 m · 9 s period
- Wind NE 10 km/h (gusts 41 km/h)
- Tides: ▲ 05:00 · ▽ 11:00 · ▲ 17:00
About this spot
Durban's designated surfing zone, with good peaks and lefts on E swells. It's sheltered from NE wind at high tide, and can link up with the New Pier rights when it's big.
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Dairy Beach in detail
Beginner → Advanced
Ideal for starting out or longboarding. Mellow waves, little current, surf school usually nearby.
Access & landmarks
Easy beach access, parking usually nearby. Ask locally about seasonal currents.
Safety
Wear an appropriate wetsuit. Scout the currents before you paddle out. Respect the locals and right-of-way. Check weather and tides.
Frequently asked about Dairy Beach
What tide is best for surfing Dairy Beach?
At Dairy Beach, tide isn't a deciding factor: the spot stays surfable across most tide states. Focus on the swell and the wind instead.
Is Dairy Beach suitable for beginners?
Dairy Beach is rather accessible to beginners when the waves stay small and the wind is light. Still, check currents, tide and local guidelines before entering.
What wind is ideal for Dairy Beach?
The ideal wind at Dairy Beach comes broadly from West: it's offshore, which helps shape and hold the waves. A strong onshore wind generally degrades conditions.
What surf spots are near Dairy Beach?
Around Dairy Beach, you can also check conditions at New Pier, The Wedge, Bay of Plenty. Compare the scores, wind and swell direction before choosing where to surf.