Cape Point Atlantic fishing forecast
Cape Point Atlantic is a saltwater fishing spot in Western Cape, South Africa. Anglers here target Yellowfin Tuna, Atlantic Bonito, Atlantic Bluefin Tuna. The most productive months are typically September, October, November, December, January, February, March.
Today’s verdict
Ranks #62 of 437 spots FishRadar scored worldwide today
In line with this spot’s 7-day average
Score confidence ±4 points, from 8 live signals
The statistical model disagrees with the physics model here today — treat this score with extra caution.
Current conditions
| Sea surface temp | 13.8 °C |
|---|---|
| Wind | 17 km/h from SE |
| Wave height | 2.0 m at 10 s |
| Current | 0.27 m/s toward W |
| Pressure | 1021 hPa |
| Depth | 12 m |
| Cloud cover | 66% |
| Chlorophyll | 1.72 mg/m³ |
| Salinity | 35.2 PSU |
| Mixed-layer depth | 12 m |
| UV index | 0 |
| Wind sea | 0.0 m at 1 s |
| Ground swell | 1.6 m at 10 s from SW |
| Current shear (surface vs 50 m) | 0.27 → 0.00 m/s |
The water here is 2.2 °C cooler than the September average of 16.0 °C. Cooler-than-normal water slows the bite for warm-water species and holds cool-water species shallower for longer. The water is mixed to about 113.3 m, so surface temperature carries well down the water column.
Updated 1 h ago.
What the score means at Cape Point Atlantic
Cape Point Atlantic currently scores 89 out of 100 (Hot). Water temperature is 13.8 °C. 8 forecast signals are active in this score.
- Water temperature +24.7
- how close the water is to this species mix’s comfort band
- Chlorophyll +18.0
- plankton density — the base of the food chain
- Current +18.0
- moving water concentrates bait
- Wind +8.0
- surface chop, oxygen and bait drift
- Thermal front +7.0
- temperature edges concentrate bait and predators
- Waves +6.1
- swell energy stirring the water column
What’s biting now
The model expects today: geelbek, galjoen, dusky-kob, largehead-hairtail, john-dory, spotted-eagle-ray, bull-shark, scalloped-hammerhead
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Bite windows
Best months for Cape Point Atlantic:
Score history at this spot
30 days tracked at this exact location
Best recent day: 2026-08-13, 95/100
26 day(s) at 70+ in the tracked period
5 points below the same day last week
About this spot
Open coastal saltwater — conditions and safety depend heavily on the live wind, wave, and tide forecast, so check them before you head out.
Approximate bottom depth: 12 m
Access & shore
Fishable from shore · offshore-only
What you can catch
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Thunnus albacares
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Sarda sarda
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Thunnus thynnus
Best months by species at Cape Point Atlantic
| Yellowfin TunaThunnus albacares | ||||||||||||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Atlantic BonitoSarda sarda | ||||||||||||
| Atlantic Bluefin TunaThunnus thynnus |
Typical months; local seasons and closures apply.
Local regulations
Licensing:
- saltwater-recreational — residents A recreational fishing permit is LEGALLY REQUIRED to fish, spearfish, collect bait or gather shellfish in South African marine and estuarine waters. Separate permit types exist (angling, spearfishing, boat/skipper, west-coast rock lobster, etc.). Permits are sold at any South African Post Office (SAPO) and online via the DFFE e-permit portal. A permit entitles the holder to catch fish for own use only — not for sale or trade., non-residents Same permit requirement applies to visiting anglers. Buy a recreational fishing permit at any Post Office or via the DFFE online e-permit portal before fishing.
FishRadar regulations are summaries for informational purposes only. South African marine fishing requires a valid recreational fishing permit (from any Post Office or the DFFE online portal). Bag limits, size limits and closed seasons are set under the Marine Living Resources Act and can change; special rules apply in Marine Protected Areas, estuaries and National Parks. There is an overall cumulative limit of 10 fish per person per day. Always verify current rules with DFFE before fishing — FishRadar is not a legal source.
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Frequently asked questions
What fish can you catch at Cape Point Atlantic?
Anglers at Cape Point Atlantic target Yellowfin Tuna, Atlantic Bonito and Atlantic Bluefin Tuna.
When is the best time to fish Cape Point Atlantic?
The most productive months at Cape Point Atlantic are typically September, October, November, December, January, February, March.
What is the fishing forecast for Cape Point Atlantic right now?
Cape Point Atlantic currently scores 89 out of 100, based on live ocean and weather conditions — see the full breakdown on this page.
Can you fish Cape Point Atlantic from shore?
Yes — Cape Point Atlantic is fishable from shore (offshore-only).
Is the thermocline set up at Cape Point Atlantic right now?
Not strongly right now — the water column is fairly mixed, so fish are less depth-locked.
How deep is the water at Cape Point Atlantic?
The scored point sits over roughly 12 m of water. Depth shapes which species hold here and how the thermocline forms.
Fishing guides for this spot
- How to Catch Yellowfin Tuna: Chasing the Blue-Water BrawlerHow to Catch Atlantic Bonito: Chasing the Autumn SpeedstersHow to Read Tides for Fishing
Forecasts, not guarantees — check local rules before you fish.