Long wetsuits needed all year round - although people were seen in shorties some times. Air around 30°C in the summer, down to 15°C in the winter. The water is pretty cold, around 10-15°C in the summer and 13-17°C in the winter. The longer the South Easter (prevailing summer wind) blows, the colder the surface water gets. Doesn't matter much in summer though.
Beach and Tide Conditions
Witsands, South Africa is a Small waves and Medium waves spot. The launching/landing area is reported to be of Medium size. Quiet, sandy beach. About 800m long and 100m wide. Excellent waves.
Need to know
There is no beach users reported here. The is no particular rules reported , but as a best practice, talk to a local before you go on water.