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West wind and south-southwest swell are the clean pair.
Mid tide is the best starting point, and summer onshore often spoils it.
The beach can still be worth a look even though the spot is inconsistent.
Surf GuideKwaZulu-Natal North Coast
Blythedale
Blythedale is a North Coast beach break that is better as a seasonal check than a daily guarantee, with its best shape showing up in the cooler months when the west wind lines up. Get the latest surfing conditions, forecast, and tide details for Blythedale in KwaZulu-Natal North Coast.
Break TypeBeach Break
Skill LevelIntermediate
LocationKwaZulu-Natal North Coast, ZA
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