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19°
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18°
 
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16°
 
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Beach Weather Today in Kogel Bay

Today the maximum temperature will be 19° which is warm and pleasant for sunbathing. Today the water temperature will be 16° which is cool for swimming, shorty wetsuit may help you extend your time in the water.

Today will be dry with no rain showers. Expect plentiful sunshine and mostly clear blue skies with an average cloud cover of 9%.

The winds will be cross-on shore and very strong at 47kmh from the South East. The strong winds will keep the temperatures feeling cooler. The strong onshore winds may make conditions rougher for swimming.

Kogel Bay faces Southwest and the sunset will be visible over the ocean to the West at 06:56 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 Kogel Bay

This weekend the average maximum daily temperatures will be 19° which is not so warm but sunbathing may be possible. The average water temperature will be 16° which is cool for swimming, shorty wetsuit may help you extend your time in the water.

There will be 1 day of very light rain. Saturday will be dry and Sunday will have 0.1mm of rain. Expect plentiful sunshine and mostly clear blue skies with an average cloud cover of 9%.

KOGEL BAY - BEACH WEATHER FORECAST

Sat 21st March
12 AM 3 AM 6 AM 9 AM 12 PM 3 PM 6 PM 9 PM
15° 14° 13° 19° 23° 24° 22° 17°
72% 0% 0% 0% 0% 0% 0% 0%
0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm
16°
16°
16°
16°
16°
16°
16°
16°
Sun 22nd March
12 AM 3 AM 6 AM 9 AM 12 PM 3 PM 6 PM 9 PM
16° 14° 14° 20° 25° 24° 20° 18°
0% 0% 0% 0% 0% 0% 3% 73%
0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.1mm
16°
16°
16°
16°
16°
16°
16°
16°
Mon 23rd March
12 AM 3 AM 6 AM 9 AM 12 PM 3 PM 6 PM 9 PM
18° 17° 16° 20° 24° 26° 24° 19°
79% 10% 25% 6% 0% 0% 0% 0%
0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm
16°
16°
16°
16°
16°
16°
16°
16°
Tue 24th March
12 AM 3 AM 6 AM 9 AM 12 PM 3 PM 6 PM 9 PM
18° 16° 16° 23° 28° 29° 24° 19°
0% 1% 6% 78% 71% 36% 5% 0%
0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.4mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm
16°
16°
16°
16°
16°
16°
16°
16°
Wed 25th March
12 AM 3 AM 6 AM 9 AM 12 PM 3 PM 6 PM 9 PM
18° 17° 17° 19° 22° 23° 21° 16°
0% 6% 82% 71% 63% 50% 8% 62%
0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm
16°
16°
16°
16°
16°
18°
18°
18°
Thu 26th March
12 AM 3 AM 6 AM 9 AM 12 PM 3 PM 6 PM 9 PM
15° 14° 15° 18° 22° 22° 19° 16°
8% 4% 0% 0% 0% 4% 9% 0%
0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm
18°
18°
18°
18°
18°
18°
18°
18°
Fri 27th March
12 AM 3 AM 6 AM 9 AM 12 PM 3 PM 6 PM 9 PM
14° 14° 14° 18° 23° 25° 22° 17°
0% 0% 0% 0% 0% 0% 0% 0%
0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm
18°
18°
18°
18°
18°
18°
18°
18°
Sat 21st March
12 AM 3 AM 6 AM 9 AM 12 PM 3 PM 6 PM 9 PM
18
kmh
26
kmh
33
kmh
35
kmh
35
kmh
39
kmh
46
kmh
47
kmh
0.5m
0.7m
0.7m
0.8m
1.0m
1.2m
1.4m
1.6m
10.0s 9.8s 9.6s 9.2s 11.5s 11.4s 11.5s 12.0s
Sun 22nd March
12 AM 3 AM 6 AM 9 AM 12 PM 3 PM 6 PM 9 PM
40
kmh
38
kmh
37
kmh
35
kmh
36
kmh
40
kmh
40
kmh
42
kmh
1.4m
1.2m
1.3m
1.2m
1.4m
1.5m
1.4m
1.7m
11.8s 11.7s 11.5s 11.3s 11.1s 11.1s 11.1s 11.2s
Mon 23rd March
12 AM 3 AM 6 AM 9 AM 12 PM 3 PM 6 PM 9 PM
42
kmh
44
kmh
46
kmh
45
kmh
46
kmh
51
kmh
57
kmh
54
kmh
1.6m
1.7m
1.8m
1.6m
1.6m
2.2m
2.3m
1.9m
11.2s 11.3s 12.3s 12.2s 12.3s 14.5s 14.4s 14.2s
Tue 24th March
12 AM 3 AM 6 AM 9 AM 12 PM 3 PM 6 PM 9 PM
48
kmh
26
kmh
16
kmh
8
kmh
4
kmh
5
kmh
6
kmh
20
kmh
1.5m
0.8m
0.5m
0.4m
0.4m
0.4m
0.3m
0.3m
14.0s 13.7s 13.4s 13.3s 13.1s 12.8s 12.6s 12.4s
Wed 25th March
12 AM 3 AM 6 AM 9 AM 12 PM 3 PM 6 PM 9 PM
25
kmh
30
kmh
29
kmh
24
kmh
23
kmh
21
kmh
14
kmh
10
kmh
0.7m
0.8m
0.7m
0.7m
0.5m
0.4m
0.4m
0.3m
12.2s 11.9s 11.8s 11.6s 11.4s 11.2s 11.1s 11.0s
Thu 26th March
12 AM 3 AM 6 AM 9 AM 12 PM 3 PM 6 PM 9 PM
10
kmh
12
kmh
13
kmh
17
kmh
18
kmh
19
kmh
21
kmh
23
kmh
0.3m
0.3m
0.4m
0.4m
0.4m
0.7m
1.1m
1.1m
9.6s 6.7s 6.8s 7.9s 10.1s 10.1s 10.0s 9.8s
Fri 27th March
12 AM 3 AM 6 AM 9 AM 12 PM 3 PM 6 PM 9 PM
24
kmh
24
kmh
24
kmh
26
kmh
28
kmh
32
kmh
38
kmh
37
kmh
1.1m
1.1m
1.2m
0.9m
0.9m
1.1m
1.4m
1.4m
9.7s 9.5s 9.3s 9.6s 9.6s 9.9s 10.4s 10.4s
Sat 21st March
4:28 AM 10:44 AM 4:51 PM 10:51 PM
1.99 0.15 1.81 0.25
Sun 22nd March
5:05 AM 11:21 AM 5:29 PM 11:29 PM
1.91 0.24 1.72 0.35
Mon 23rd March
5:45 AM 12:02 PM 6:12 PM
1.77 0.38 1.59
Tue 24th March
12:13 AM 6:32 AM 12:51 PM 7:05 PM
0.49 1.61 0.54 1.44
Wed 25th March
1:11 AM 7:36 AM 2:09 PM 8:29 PM
0.65 1.43 0.70 1.31
Thu 26th March
3:03 AM 9:23 AM 4:18 PM 10:39 PM
0.78 1.31 0.75 1.31
Fri 27th March
5:16 AM 11:29 AM 5:54 PM
0.74 1.34 0.67
Sat 21st March
24°
0.0mm
16kmh SSE
9%
Sun 22nd March
25°
0.1mm
17kmh SSE
9%
Mon 23rd March
26°
0.0mm
23kmh ESE
15%
Tue 24th March
29°
0.4mm
10kmh NW
24%
Wed 25th March
23°
0.0mm
21kmh NNW
42%
Thu 26th March
23°
0.0mm
11kmh S
3%
Fri 27th March
25°
0.0mm
14kmh SSE
0%
Sat 28th March
26°
0.0mm
8kmh SSW
0%
Sun 29th March
27°
0.0mm
8kmh WSW
0%
Mon 30th March
24°
0.0mm
10kmh SW
31%
Tue 31st March
24°
0.0mm
17kmh S
6%
Wed 1st April
24°
0.0mm
16kmh S
7%
Thu 2nd April
27°
0.0mm
6kmh SW
16%
Fri 3rd April
20°
3.6mm
17kmh WSW
53%

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Next 14 day Beach Weather in Kogel Bay

In the next 14 days average maximum daily temperatures will be 25° which is warm and pleasant for sunbathing. The average water temperature will be 17° which is cool for swimming, shorty wetsuit may help you extend your time in the water. There will be 3 days of very light rain with an average of 1.4mm rain on those days. Average cloud cover will be 15%.

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

Taking a Holiday at Kogel Bay, Cape Town, Western Cape, South Africa

Taking a holiday at the beautiful Kogel Bay beach in Cape Town, Western Cape, South Africa is an unforgettable experience. This stunning beach is well-known for its breathtaking views, crystal clear waters, and a variety of activities to suit every traveler's taste. Whether you're looking for relaxation or adventure, Kogel Bay has something for everyone.

Beach Type

Kogel Bay beach is characterized by its soft white sand and rocky outcrops, which make it perfect for both sunbathing and exploring. The rocky areas provide an excellent habitat for marine life, making it a great spot for snorkeling and diving enthusiasts. The clear waters of the bay also provide excellent visibility underwater to witness the vibrant marine life up close.

Beach Activities

There are numerous activities recommended at Kogel Bay beach:

  1. Surfing: Kogel Bay is well-known among surfers for its consistent waves and picturesque scenery. The beach offers various surf breaks suitable for both beginners and experienced surfers.

  2. Snorkeling and Diving: The rocky areas around the bay are teeming with marine life, making snorkeling and diving popular activities among visitors.

  3. Whale Watching: During the months of June to November, you can often spot Southern Right Whales from the shore as they come close to the coastline during their migration.

  4. Photography: With its stunning views and unique landscape, Kogel Bay offers endless opportunities for photography enthusiasts to capture memorable moments.

  5. Hiking Trails: There are several hiking trails nearby that offer spectacular views of the bay and surrounding mountains.

Accommodations

While there are no hotels or resorts directly on Kogel Bay beach, there are plenty of options in nearby towns such as Gordon's Bay or Somerset West. These towns offer various accommodation types ranging from luxury hotels to cozy guesthouses.

Areas to Stay In

  1. Gordon's Bay: A picturesque harbor town just a short drive from Kogel Bay, offering a variety of accommodation options, restaurants, and shops. The town's location also provides easy access to other attractions in the area, such as wine farms and nature reserves.

  2. Somerset West: A larger town located slightly further from Kogel Bay but offering more amenities and accommodation choices. Somerset West is also close to numerous wine farms and other attractions in the region.

  3. Pringle Bay: A small coastal village north of Kogel Bay with a laid-back atmosphere, perfect for those looking for a quieter holiday experience.

Beach Amenities

Kogel Bay beach offers several amenities for visitors to enjoy:

  • Public restrooms
  • Parking area
  • Picnic spots
  • Braai (barbecue) facilities
  • Lifeguards during peak season

Please note that there are no shops or restaurants directly at the beach, so visitors should come prepared with food and refreshments.

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