Beach Weather in Sandbanks Beach, Dorset, United Kingdom

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Beach Weather Today in Sandbanks Beach

Today the maximum temperature will be 10° which is too cold for sunbathing. Today the water temperature will be which is extremely cold and not suitable for swimming. Taking a dip at this temperature would risk hypothermia.

Today will be dry with no rain showers. Expect plentiful sunshine and mostly clear blue skies with an average cloud cover of 7%.

The winds will be cross-on shore and moderate at 20kmh from the North-Northeast. The moderate winds will make the temperatures feel colder. The moderate onshore winds may make conditions a little more choppy for swimming.

Sandbanks Beach faces Southeast and sunset will be over the land behind the beach at 06:22 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.

Beach Weather This Weekend in Sandbanks Beach

This weekend the average maximum daily temperatures will be 10° which is too cold for sunbathing. The average water temperature will be which is extremely cold and not suitable for swimming. Taking a dip at this temperature would risk hypothermia.

There will be no rainy days at all this weekend. Expect plentiful sunshine and mostly clear blue skies with an average cloud cover of 10%.

SANDBANKS BEACH - BEACH WEATHER FORECAST

Sat 21st March
12 AM 3 AM 6 AM 9 AM 12 PM 3 PM 6 PM 9 PM
11° 12°
14% 28% 5% 8% 6% 0% 0% 0%
0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm
Sun 22nd March
12 AM 3 AM 6 AM 9 AM 12 PM 3 PM 6 PM 9 PM
11° 12°
2% 0% 13% 8% 26% 12% 32% 8%
0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm
Mon 23rd March
12 AM 3 AM 6 AM 9 AM 12 PM 3 PM 6 PM 9 PM
11° 12° 10°
43% 13% 11% 16% 28% 82% 94% 72%
0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm
Tue 24th March
12 AM 3 AM 6 AM 9 AM 12 PM 3 PM 6 PM 9 PM
11° 12° 12° 11°
98% 53% 62% 19% 7% 29% 30% 93%
0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm
Wed 25th March
12 AM 3 AM 6 AM 9 AM 12 PM 3 PM 6 PM 9 PM
10°
36% 11% 6% 76% 79% 75% 17% 4%
0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.2mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm
Thu 26th March
12 AM 3 AM 6 AM 9 AM 12 PM 3 PM 6 PM 9 PM
1% 5% 8% 40% 83% 86% 7% 9%
0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm
Fri 27th March
12 AM 3 AM 6 AM 9 AM 12 PM 3 PM 6 PM 9 PM
6% 9% 22% 42% 30% 100% 100% 100%
0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm
Sat 21st March
12 AM 3 AM 6 AM 9 AM 12 PM 3 PM 6 PM 9 PM
16
kmh
17
kmh
18
kmh
20
kmh
15
kmh
9
kmh
4
kmh
12
kmh
0.5m
0.6m
0.6m
0.7m
0.4m
0.4m
0.5m
0.5m
8.0s 10.2s 9.9s 10.4s 11.9s 4.4s 4.3s 4.2s
Sun 22nd March
12 AM 3 AM 6 AM 9 AM 12 PM 3 PM 6 PM 9 PM
12
kmh
15
kmh
17
kmh
17
kmh
10
kmh
4
kmh
5
kmh
11
kmh
0.4m
0.4m
0.5m
0.5m
0.2m
0.2m
0.4m
0.3m
4.1s 4.8s 4.3s 4.9s 3.9s 3.7s 3.7s 3.8s
Mon 23rd March
12 AM 3 AM 6 AM 9 AM 12 PM 3 PM 6 PM 9 PM
11
kmh
19
kmh
20
kmh
23
kmh
12
kmh
5
kmh
6
kmh
9
kmh
0.4m
0.6m
0.7m
0.5m
0.1m
0.1m
0.3m
0.5m
8.6s 10.3s 9.6s 9.5s 2.9s 8.2s 9.5s 9.4s
Tue 24th March
12 AM 3 AM 6 AM 9 AM 12 PM 3 PM 6 PM 9 PM
13
kmh
13
kmh
15
kmh
23
kmh
28
kmh
32
kmh
33
kmh
32
kmh
0.6m
0.7m
0.9m
1.1m
1.5m
1.8m
1.9m
1.3m
9.5s 9.3s 11.7s 5.8s 5.8s 5.8s 5.8s 20.3s
Wed 25th March
12 AM 3 AM 6 AM 9 AM 12 PM 3 PM 6 PM 9 PM
23
kmh
22
kmh
21
kmh
34
kmh
40
kmh
45
kmh
41
kmh
37
kmh
1.1m
1.2m
1.2m
1.4m
1.6m
1.6m
1.4m
1.2m
18.2s 16.6s 15.9s 15.1s 14.4s 14.0s 13.4s 13.2s
Thu 26th March
12 AM 3 AM 6 AM 9 AM 12 PM 3 PM 6 PM 9 PM
32
kmh
33
kmh
32
kmh
33
kmh
31
kmh
28
kmh
27
kmh
24
kmh
1.1m
1.1m
1.1m
0.9m
0.7m
0.8m
0.7m
0.6m
7.5s 12.9s 12.5s 10.6s 10.7s 9.9s 6.1s 3.8s
Fri 27th March
12 AM 3 AM 6 AM 9 AM 12 PM 3 PM 6 PM 9 PM
22
kmh
18
kmh
19
kmh
19
kmh
17
kmh
13
kmh
11
kmh
9
kmh
0.6m
0.4m
0.3m
0.1m
0.1m
0.3m
0.3m
0.2m
4.0s 6.0s 6.1s 6.2s 6.0s 6.5s 6.5s 6.7s
Sat 21st March
4:36 AM 8:39 AM 4:57 PM 8:57 PM
0.69 2.36 0.60 2.29
Sun 22nd March
5:20 AM 9:10 AM 5:43 PM 9:27 PM
0.73 2.31 0.74 2.25
Mon 23rd March
6:07 AM 9:45 AM 6:30 PM 10:01 PM
0.82 2.21 0.92 2.16
Tue 24th March
6:56 AM 10:22 AM 7:22 PM 10:37 PM
0.95 2.06 1.12 2.04
Wed 25th March
7:51 AM 11:01 AM 1:09 PM 2:57 PM 3:57 PM 5:24 PM 8:21 PM 11:17 PM
1.09 1.88 1.66 1.76 1.72 1.78 1.30 1.89
Thu 26th March
1:30 AM 3:05 AM 4:44 AM 5:48 AM 8:56 AM 11:46 AM 1:23 PM 3:58 PM 4:40 PM 6:38 PM 9:30 PM
1.67 1.75 1.67 1.72 1.20 1.67 1.56 1.78 1.74 1.87 1.41
Fri 27th March
12:03 AM 1:44 AM 3:56 AM 5:34 AM 6:58 AM 10:11 AM 12:59 PM 1:17 PM 4:39 PM 5:37 PM 7:42 PM 10:50 PM
1.73 1.62 1.80 1.71 1.78 1.22 1.48 1.45 1.82 1.77 1.95 1.41
Sat 21st March
12°
0.0mm
14kmh ENE
7%
Sun 22nd March
12°
0.0mm
8kmh ENE
12%
Mon 23rd March
12°
0.0mm
10kmh NE
44%
Tue 24th March
13°
0.0mm
26kmh WSW
48%
Wed 25th March
10°
0.2mm
37kmh WNW
38%
Thu 26th March
0.0mm
30kmh NNW
29%
Fri 27th March
0.0mm
16kmh N
51%
Sat 28th March
0.9mm
16kmh ESE
88%
Sun 29th March
11°
0.0mm
23kmh NE
22%
Mon 30th March
10°
0.0mm
34kmh ENE
12%
Tue 31st March
10°
0.0mm
31kmh E
5%
Wed 1st April
13°
0.0mm
21kmh NE
26%
Thu 2nd April
10°
0.0mm
29kmh NE
50%
Fri 3rd April
12°
0.0mm
32kmh NE
52%

In the next 14 days average maximum daily temperatures will be 11° which is too cold for sunbathing. The average water temperature will be which is extremely cold and not suitable for swimming. Taking a dip at this temperature would risk hypothermia. There will be 2 days of very light rain with an average of 0.6mm rain on those days. Average cloud cover will be 35%.

If you are sailing, windsurfing, fishing, surfing etc. in Sandbanks Beach don't forget to check the tide and wind and wave conditions

Taking a Holiday at Sandbanks Beach, Dorset, England, United Kingdom

Sandbanks Beach in Dorset, England, is a popular holiday destination known for its beautiful scenery, stunning coastline, and array of activities. Located on the South Coast of the United Kingdom, this beach offers visitors a chance to relax and unwind while enjoying the breathtaking views of the surrounding area.

Beach Type

Sandbanks Beach is known for its fine golden sand that stretches along its coastline. Unlike some other beaches that have coarse sand or pebbles, Sandbanks boasts soft sand that is perfect for sunbathing and walking barefoot. While there are no rocky areas or reefs at this beach, it still offers a variety of aquatic activities to enjoy during your stay.

Beach Activities

Some popular beach activities at Sandbanks Beach include:

  1. Swimming – The calm waters make swimming safe and enjoyable for people of all ages.
  2. Sunbathing – The soft golden sand provides a comfortable surface to lay on as you soak up the sun.
  3. Watersports – With various water-based activities such as windsurfing, kite surfing, and paddleboarding available at Sandbanks Beach, there is something for everyone to enjoy.
  4. Beach volleyball – There are designated areas where you can play beach volleyball with friends or join in with others.
  5. Coastal walks – Take in the stunning views by walking along the coast or exploring nearby nature reserves.

Accommodations

There are several beach resorts and hotels located near Sandbanks Beach to accommodate your stay:

  1. Sandbanks Hotel – A luxurious hotel situated directly on the beachfront offering stunning views and easy access to the beach.
  2. Haven Hotel – A stylish hotel located nearby with exceptional facilities including an outdoor pool and spa.
  3. Harbour Heights Hotel – A boutique hotel with modern amenities overlooking Poole Harbour.

Areas to Stay In

  1. Poole – A bustling town just a short drive from Sandbanks Beach, offering a range of accommodations, shops, and restaurants.
  2. Bournemouth – A larger city with various attractions and activities to enjoy, located approximately 20 minutes away by car from Sandbanks Beach.
  3. Swanage – A quaint seaside town situated along the Jurassic Coast, perfect for those seeking a more relaxed atmosphere.

Beach Amenities

Sandbanks Beach offers a variety of amenities to ensure your visit is enjoyable and comfortable:

  1. Lifeguards on duty during peak season
  2. Toilets and shower facilities
  3. Beach huts available for rent
  4. On-site café for refreshments
  5. Car parking facilities nearby
  6. Disabled access via ramps and designated parking spaces

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