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Today the maximum temperature will be 16° which is not so warm but sunbathing may be possible. Today the water temperature will be 10° which is very cold and bracing, it's not recommended you swim with out a full wet suit.
Today will be dry with no rain showers. Expect plentiful sunshine and mostly clear blue skies with an average cloud cover of 16%.
The winds will be cross-on shore and light at 15kmh from the West-Northwest. The light winds will keep the temperatures feeling cooler.
China Beach faces Southwest and the sunset will be visible over the ocean to the West at 09:01 PM. The skies should be very clear at that time, ideal for a sunset.
For Beach Weather for the next next 7 days, wind and wave conditions and tide and the next 14 days weather use the tabs below.
This weekend the average maximum daily temperatures will be 16° which is a little too chilly for sunbathing. The average water temperature will be 10° which is very cold and bracing, it's not recommended you swim with out a full wet suit.
There will be no rainy days at all this weekend. Expect some sunshine and occasionally cloudy periods with an average cloud cover of 54%.
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18% | 26% | 47% | 55% | 13% | 7% | 4% | 55% |
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78% | 83% | 98% | 96% | 96% | 87% | 57% | 54% |
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100% | 100% | 99% | 100% | 100% | 100% | 100% | 100% |
0.0mm | 0.0mm | 0.0mm | 0.1mm | 0.3mm | 0.1mm | 0.4mm | 0.3mm |
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14° | 14° | 14° | 14° | 16° | 17° | 17° | 15° |
100% | 100% | 100% | 100% | 100% | 100% | 79% | 69% |
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100% | 100% | 87% | 67% | 61% | 19% | 6% | 38% |
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13° | 12° | 14° | 17° | 20° | 20° | 18° | 15° |
70% | 9% | 10% | 44% | 95% | 78% | 57% | 98% |
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8.5s | 8.5s | 8.4s | 8.4s | 6.7s | 8.8s | 8.8s | 6.3s |
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6.1s | 9.3s | 7.4s | 7.3s | 7.2s | 7.0s | 6.7s | 8.8s |
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7.9s | 7.6s | 7.8s | 8.3s | 8.2s | 8.0s | 8.0s | 8.5s |
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8.8s | 8.7s | 8.3s | 8.5s | 8.6s | 9.6s | 9.5s | 9.4s |
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9.1s | 9.0s | 8.8s | 8.7s | 8.6s | 8.5s | 8.4s | 8.3s |
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8.2s | 8.3s | 8.3s | 8.4s | 8.5s | 8.5s | 8.6s | 8.7s |
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8.8s | 8.9s | 9.0s | 9.0s | 8.9s | 8.8s | 7.4s | 8.5s |
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1.50 | 2.10 | 1.40 | 2.90 |
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1.30 | 1.80 | 1.60 | 3.00 |
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1.00 | 1.80 | 1.80 | 3.00 |
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Sat 27th July |
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7kmh WNW |
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Sun 28th July |
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18° |
0.0mm |
9kmh WNW |
81% |
Mon 29th July |
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16° |
1.2mm |
6kmh NW |
99% |
Tue 30th July |
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17° |
1.7mm |
6kmh WNW |
93% |
Wed 31st July |
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20° |
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10kmh NW |
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Thu 1st August |
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21° |
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9kmh ENE |
57% |
Fri 2nd August |
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21° |
0.0mm |
7kmh NNW |
10% |
Sat 3rd August |
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22° |
0.0mm |
6kmh ESE |
55% |
Sun 4th August |
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22° |
0.0mm |
5kmh NNE |
3% |
Mon 5th August |
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22° |
0.0mm |
6kmh NE |
11% |
Tue 6th August |
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22° |
0.0mm |
4kmh NNE |
13% |
Wed 7th August |
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21° |
0.0mm |
7kmh ESE |
2% |
Thu 8th August |
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21° |
0.0mm |
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7% |
In the next 14 days average maximum daily temperatures will be 20° which is not so warm but sunbathing may be possible on some days. The average water temperature will be 11° which is very cold and bracing, it's not recommended you swim with out a full wet suit. There will be 2 days of very light rain with an average of 1.5mm rain on those days. Average cloud cover will be 38%.
If you are sailing, windsurfing, fishing, surfing etc. in China Beach don't forget to check the tide and wind and wave conditions
China Beach, located along the Juan de Fuca Strait on the southwestern coast of Vancouver Island in British Columbia, Canada, is a beautiful and serene destination for a beach holiday. This picturesque beach offers a unique experience with its lush forests, rugged coastline and stunning views of the Olympic Mountains.
China Beach is characterized by its coarse golden sand interspersed with pebbles and rocky outcrops. While it may not have the powdery white sand found on some tropical beaches, its natural beauty more than makes up for it. The presence of rocks and nearby reefs make it an excellent spot for snorkeling and diving since these environments attract a wide variety of marine life.
Some popular activities at China Beach include:
Hiking: The Juan de Fuca Marine Trail is a 47 km long coastal trail that passes through China Beach. Hikers can enjoy the scenic views of the coastline and explore nearby beaches like Mystic Beach and Sombrio Beach.
Snorkeling and Diving: As mentioned earlier, China Beach's rocky shorelines offer ideal conditions for snorkeling and diving enthusiasts to explore underwater ecosystems teeming with marine life.
Surfing: Although not as famous as Tofino on Vancouver Island's west coast, China Beach still offers decent waves for surfers looking for a less crowded spot to catch some waves.
Wildlife Watching: Seals, sea lions, bald eagles and other coastal wildlife can often be spotted around China Beach.
Beachcombing: The mixture of sand, pebbles and rocks make beachcombing an interesting activity here – you never know what treasures you might find!
While there are no traditional beach resorts or hotels directly on China Beach itself due to its more remote location, there are several options for accommodations nearby. The closest towns with accommodations are Sooke and Port Renfrew. Some options include:
Sooke: Sooke offers a range of accommodations, including hotels, motels, bed and breakfasts, and vacation rentals. Staying in Sooke allows you to explore other attractions in the area like East Sooke Park and the Sooke Potholes.
Port Renfrew: This small community offers a few accommodation options such as cottages, cabins and inns. Staying in Port Renfrew provides easy access to explore other beaches like Botanical Beach and Sombrio Beach.
For those interested in camping, there is a campground at the Juan de Fuca Provincial Park near China Beach that offers both drive-in and walk-in campsites.
China Beach offers visitors some basic amenities for their convenience:
Although amenities at China Beach may be limited compared to more developed beach destinations, its pristine natural beauty coupled with the variety of activities available make it an unforgettable holiday spot for those looking to escape the crowds and reconnect with nature.
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Beaches recommended for you today, this weekend, in the next 2 weeks or in any month of the year.
Beaches recommended for you today, this weekend, in the next 2 weeks or in any month of the year.