Beach Weather in Clifton Beaches, Cape Town, South Africa

BEACH WEATHER MONTHLY AVERAGES
Best
Best
Best
Best
Tan
Tan
Tan
Tan
Tan
Tan
Sea
20°
Swim
Sea
20°
Swim
Sea
19°
Swim
Sea
17°
 
Sea
17°
 
Sea
15°
 
Sea
15°
 
Sea
15°
 
Sea
15°
 
Sea
16°
 
Sea
17°
 
Sea
19°
Swim
BEACH WEATHER FORECAST
Wed 27th September
12 AM 3 AM 6 AM 9 AM 12 PM 3 PM 6 PM 9 PM
13° 13° 12° 15° 18° 23° 18° 16°
0% 0% 0% 0% 0% 0% 0% 0%
0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm
13°
13°
13°
13°
13°
13°
13°
13°
Thu 28th September
12 AM 3 AM 6 AM 9 AM 12 PM 3 PM 6 PM 9 PM
15° 14° 14° 18° 22° 22° 20° 17°
0% 0% 0% 0% 0% 0% 6% 5%
0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm
13°
13°
13°
13°
13°
13°
13°
13°
Fri 29th September
12 AM 3 AM 6 AM 9 AM 12 PM 3 PM 6 PM 9 PM
17° 17° 16° 19° 21° 20° 17° 15°
0% 16% 8% 7% 32% 19% 94% 7%
0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm
13°
13°
13°
13°
13°
13°
13°
13°
Sat 30th September
12 AM 3 AM 6 AM 9 AM 12 PM 3 PM 6 PM 9 PM
14° 14° 14° 15° 16° 16° 15° 14°
42% 71% 100% 86% 8% 7% 22% 79%
0.0mm 0.5mm 1.3mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm
13°
13°
13°
13°
13°
13°
13°
13°
Sun 1st October
12 AM 3 AM 6 AM 9 AM 12 PM 3 PM 6 PM 9 PM
13° 13° 12° 15° 18° 19° 18° 16°
87% 6% 0% 0% 0% 0% 0% 0%
0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm
13°
13°
13°
13°
13°
13°
13°
15°
Mon 2nd October
12 AM 3 AM 6 AM 9 AM 12 PM 3 PM 6 PM 9 PM
16° 15° 16° 18° 21° 21° 18° 16°
0% 0% 0% 0% 0% 0% 0% 0%
0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm
15°
15°
15°
15°
15°
15°
15°
15°
Tue 3rd October
12 AM 3 AM 6 AM 9 AM 12 PM 3 PM 6 PM 9 PM
15° 15° 15° 17° 19° 19° 17° 16°
2% 7% 40% 99% 99% 100% 71% 38%
0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm
15°
15°
15°
15°
15°
15°
15°
15°
Wed 27th September
12 AM 3 AM 6 AM 9 AM 12 PM 3 PM 6 PM 9 PM
27
kmh
26
kmh
16
kmh
12
kmh
10
kmh
26
kmh
31
kmh
25
kmh
0.7m
0.6m
0.4m
0.2m
0.2m
0.7m
0.8m
0.7m
13.1s 15.6s 15.1s 14.6s 14.3s 14.3s 14.2s 13.9s
Thu 28th September
12 AM 3 AM 6 AM 9 AM 12 PM 3 PM 6 PM 9 PM
19
kmh
9
kmh
25
kmh
5
kmh
10
kmh
10
kmh
18
kmh
20
kmh
0.5m
0.2m
0.6m
0.1m
0.2m
0.2m
0.4m
0.5m
13.3s 13.3s 13.2s 14.0s 14.2s 13.9s 13.5s 13.3s
Fri 29th September
12 AM 3 AM 6 AM 9 AM 12 PM 3 PM 6 PM 9 PM
19
kmh
9
kmh
5
kmh
15
kmh
26
kmh
26
kmh
24
kmh
31
kmh
0.4m
0.2m
0.1m
0.3m
0.7m
0.6m
0.6m
0.8m
13.1s 12.8s 12.6s 12.4s 12.1s 11.9s 11.8s 11.7s
Sat 30th September
12 AM 3 AM 6 AM 9 AM 12 PM 3 PM 6 PM 9 PM
37
kmh
34
kmh
40
kmh
34
kmh
30
kmh
24
kmh
18
kmh
16
kmh
1.0m
1.1m
1.4m
0.9m
0.8m
1.3m
0.9m
0.3m
11.6s 11.6s 15.4s 11.3s 8.3s 8.8s 9.3s 9.2s
Sun 1st October
12 AM 3 AM 6 AM 9 AM 12 PM 3 PM 6 PM 9 PM
24
kmh
31
kmh
31
kmh
16
kmh
12
kmh
22
kmh
20
kmh
10
kmh
0.6m
0.8m
0.8m
0.3m
0.2m
0.5m
0.5m
1.2m
8.9s 8.8s 12.3s 12.0s 11.9s 11.7s 11.3s 11.4s
Mon 2nd October
12 AM 3 AM 6 AM 9 AM 12 PM 3 PM 6 PM 9 PM
7
kmh
9
kmh
5
kmh
4
kmh
11
kmh
18
kmh
23
kmh
25
kmh
2.0m
1.6m
2.5m
2.5m
2.5m
2.5m
2.5m
2.5m
12.2s 11.3s 13.2s 13.2s 13.2s 13.2s 13.2s 13.2s
Tue 3rd October
12 AM 3 AM 6 AM 9 AM 12 PM 3 PM 6 PM 9 PM
26
kmh
24
kmh
23
kmh
21
kmh
22
kmh
26
kmh
31
kmh
30
kmh
2.6m
2.7m
2.7m
2.7m
2.7m
2.7m
2.7m
2.7m
13.2s 13.2s 13.2s 13.2s 13.2s 13.2s 13.2s 13.2s
Wed 27th September
1:39 AM 7:47 AM 1:58 PM 8:16 PM
1.70 0.40 1.80 0.30
Thu 28th September
2:22 AM 8:28 AM 2:39 PM 8:56 PM
1.80 0.30 1.90 0.20
Fri 29th September
3:02 AM 9:06 AM 3:17 PM 9:34 PM
1.80 0.20 2.00 0.10
Sat 30th September
3:40 AM 9:43 AM 3:55 PM 10:10 PM
1.90 0.20 2.00 0.20
Sun 1st October
4:17 AM 10:19 AM 4:32 PM 10:46 PM
1.80 0.20 1.90 0.20
Mon 2nd October
4:54 AM 10:54 AM 5:08 PM 11:22 PM
1.70 0.30 1.80 0.40
Tue 3rd October
5:31 AM 11:30 AM 5:45 PM 11:58 PM
1.60 0.50 1.70 0.50
Wed 27th September
20°
0.0mm
7kmh E
0%
Thu 28th September
22°
0.0mm
8kmh WSW
1%
Fri 29th September
21°
0.0mm
8kmh WNW
22%
Sat 30th September
16°
1.8mm
27kmh SW
51%
Sun 1st October
19°
0.0mm
4kmh SE
11%
Mon 2nd October
21°
0.0mm
6kmh SW
0%
Tue 3rd October
19°
0.0mm
17kmh SSE
57%
Wed 4th October
20°
0.1mm
17kmh NNW
22%
Thu 5th October
16°
1.4mm
23kmh S
62%
Fri 6th October
19°
0.0mm
31kmh SE
0%
Sat 7th October
18°
0.0mm
24kmh SSE
0%
Sun 8th October
17°
0.0mm
17kmh S
0%
Mon 9th October
18°
0.0mm
18kmh S
37%
Tue 10th October
21°
0.0mm
10kmh SE
11%

In the next 14 days average maximum daily temperatures will be 19° which is not so warm but sunbathing may be possible on some days. The average water temperature will be 14° which is cold for swimming, a full wet suit is required to spend any length of time in the sea. There will be 3 days of very light rain with an average of 1.1mm rain on those days. Average cloud cover will be 20%.

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

Taking a Holiday at Clifton Beaches, Cape Town, Western Cape, South Africa

Taking a holiday at Clifton Beaches in Cape Town, Western Cape, South Africa is an unforgettable experience. This beautiful beach destination is nestled along the Atlantic Seaboard and offers stunning coastal views, pristine beaches, and a variety of activities for all ages. From sunbathing to water sports, there's something for everyone at Clifton Beaches.

Beach Type

Clifton Beaches are made up of four smaller beaches, each with its own unique characteristics. The sand on these beaches is soft and golden, providing a comfortable surface for sunbathing and beach games. While the beaches themselves may not have many rocky areas or reefs ideal for snorkeling or diving, there are nearby locations such as the Camps Bay tidal pool where you can enjoy these activities and explore the diverse marine life.

Beach Activities

Some of the popular beach activities at Clifton Beaches include:

  1. Sunbathing: With its soft golden sand and beautiful coastal views, Clifton Beaches are perfect for relaxing in the sun and working on your tan.
  2. Swimming: The crystal-clear waters at Clifton Beaches are ideal for swimming, although they can be quite chilly due to the Atlantic Ocean currents.
  3. Surfing: While not as renowned as other surf spots in Cape Town, Clifton Beaches can still offer some fun waves for surfing enthusiasts.
  4. Beach volleyball: With expansive stretches of sand available, beach volleyball is a popular activity among locals and tourists alike.
  5. Picnicking: Many visitors bring their own picnic baskets to enjoy a meal while taking in the breathtaking views.

Accommodations

While there are no hotels or resorts directly on Clifton Beaches, several luxurious accommodations options can be found nearby:

  1. The Marly: A boutique hotel located just a short walk from Camps Bay Beach.
  2. 21 Nettleton: An elegant guesthouse offering spectacular views of the Atlantic Ocean.
  3. South Beach Camps Bay: A modern apartment hotel located near the beach and local restaurants.

Areas to Stay In

When visiting Clifton Beaches, consider staying in the following areas:

  1. Camps Bay: Just a short distance from Clifton Beaches, Camps Bay offers a lively atmosphere with plenty of restaurants, bars, and shops. It's also home to a beautiful beach and the popular Camps Bay tidal pool.
  2. Bantry Bay: For a quieter experience, Bantry Bay is an upscale residential area with stunning ocean views and easy access to nearby beaches.
  3. Sea Point: A bustling suburb with a variety of accommodation options, Sea Point is conveniently located near both Clifton Beaches and other attractions in Cape Town.

Beach Amenities

Amenities at Clifton Beaches include:

  • Public restrooms
  • Lifeguards on duty during peak season
  • Parking (limited)
  • Nearby shops and restaurants in Camps Bay

While visiting Clifton Beaches in Cape Town, you'll not only enjoy breathtaking coastal views but also have the opportunity to partake in various beach activities suitable for all ages. With nearby accommodations and amenities available, it's no wonder why this destination is popular among tourists seeking a memorable beach holiday experience.

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