The South African·South Africa·Wednesday, September 30, 2026 at 05:55 AM

Tides: What beachgoers should know as damaging winds loom

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Shyleen Choruma

If you are heading to the coast this Wednesday, checking the high and low tide times can help you plan your time at the beach or on the water.

Coastal conditions may also be more challenging in parts of the Eastern Cape.

A Yellow Level 2 warning for damaging winds is in place, with strong winds expected to disrupt beachfront activities and make navigation difficult in some areas.

Tides to watch along the coast on Wednesday

Checking the high and low tide times can help beachgoers, anglers and boat users plan their activities around changing coastal conditions..

KwaZulu-Natal

Durban

Low tide: 11:29
High tide:17:51

Richards Bay

Low tide: 11:30
High tide:17:48

Eastern Cape

Port Elizabeth

Low tide: 11:21
High tide:17:42

East London

Low tide: 11:29
High Tide:17:48

Western Cape

Cape Town

Low tide: 11:05
High tide: 17:21

Mossel Bay

Low tide: 11:27
High tide:17:31

Northern Cape

Port Nolloth

Low tide: 11:00
High tide:17:17

Alexander Bay

Low tide: 10:57
High tide:17:17

What to know along the coast

Strong winds and rough waves could make it difficult for small boats to navigate safely along the coast.

Check the latest weather and marine conditions before heading out to sea, and take extra care while the warning remains in place.

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