Beach Weather in Kogel Bay, Cape Town, South Africa

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Beach Weather Today in Kogel Bay

Today the maximum temperature will be 18° which is not so warm but sunbathing may be possible. Today the water temperature will be 11° 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 11%.

The winds will be side shore and strong at 37kmh from the East-Southeast. The strong winds will keep the temperatures feeling cooler.

Kogel Bay faces Southwest and the sunset will be visible over the ocean to the West at 06:04 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 18° which is not so warm but sunbathing may be possible. The average water temperature will be 13° which is cold for swimming, a full wet suit is required to spend any length of time in the sea.

There will be no rainy days at all this weekend. Expect plentiful sunshine and mostly clear blue skies with an average cloud cover of 18%.

KOGEL BAY - BEACH WEATHER FORECAST

Wed 29th July
12 AM 3 AM 6 AM 9 AM 12 PM 3 PM 6 PM 9 PM
11° 17° 18° 12° 11°
0% 0% 0% 0% 0% 0% 28% 66%
0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm
11°
11°
11°
11°
11°
11°
11°
11°
Thu 30th July
12 AM 3 AM 6 AM 9 AM 12 PM 3 PM 6 PM 9 PM
10° 10° 10° 11° 18° 19° 12° 12°
44% 15% 14% 33% 24% 13% 19% 87%
0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm
11°
11°
11°
11°
11°
11°
11°
11°
Fri 31st July
12 AM 3 AM 6 AM 9 AM 12 PM 3 PM 6 PM 9 PM
12° 11° 11° 13° 21° 20° 14° 13°
5% 4% 2% 20% 32% 18% 32% 44%
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 1st August
12 AM 3 AM 6 AM 9 AM 12 PM 3 PM 6 PM 9 PM
13° 12° 13° 15° 22° 22° 15° 15°
22% 17% 21% 16% 28% 100% 16% 33%
0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm
13°
13°
13°
13°
13°
13°
13°
13°
Sun 2nd August
12 AM 3 AM 6 AM 9 AM 12 PM 3 PM 6 PM 9 PM
14° 12° 12° 14° 20° 20° 13° 12°
11% 0% 0% 0% 11% 3% 9% 9%
0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm
13°
13°
13°
13°
13°
13°
13°
13°
Mon 3rd August
12 AM 3 AM 6 AM 9 AM 12 PM 3 PM 6 PM 9 PM
11° 10° 10° 13° 18° 18° 15° 11°
22% 32% 27% 17% 7% 3% 2% 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°
Tue 4th August
12 AM 3 AM 6 AM 9 AM 12 PM 3 PM 6 PM 9 PM
11° 11° 11° 13° 19° 18° 15° 12°
3% 3% 0% 3% 16% 25% 7% 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°
Wed 29th July
12 AM 3 AM 6 AM 9 AM 12 PM 3 PM 6 PM 9 PM
37
kmh
33
kmh
25
kmh
20
kmh
13
kmh
5
kmh
4
kmh
15
kmh
1.3m
1.0m
0.8m
0.5m
0.2m
0.1m
0.2m
0.3m
13.2s 13.1s 12.8s 12.7s 12.5s 12.5s 12.6s 12.7s
Thu 30th July
12 AM 3 AM 6 AM 9 AM 12 PM 3 PM 6 PM 9 PM
12
kmh
12
kmh
8
kmh
8
kmh
6
kmh
9
kmh
9
kmh
9
kmh
0.4m
0.3m
0.3m
0.2m
0.5m
0.6m
0.6m
0.5m
12.8s 12.8s 12.8s 13.2s 13.3s 13.0s 12.8s 13.2s
Fri 31st July
12 AM 3 AM 6 AM 9 AM 12 PM 3 PM 6 PM 9 PM
7
kmh
11
kmh
10
kmh
8
kmh
6
kmh
13
kmh
14
kmh
6
kmh
0.4m
0.2m
1.4m
1.4m
0.9m
0.9m
0.9m
0.9m
13.4s 13.2s 12.7s 12.5s 12.1s 11.9s 11.8s 8.5s
Sat 1st August
12 AM 3 AM 6 AM 9 AM 12 PM 3 PM 6 PM 9 PM
4
kmh
7
kmh
9
kmh
7
kmh
4
kmh
6
kmh
6
kmh
10
kmh
0.9m
0.9m
0.8m
0.9m
1.1m
0.9m
1.2m
0.9m
8.8s 8.9s 11.7s 9.3s 12.0s 13.1s 13.1s 12.1s
Sun 2nd August
12 AM 3 AM 6 AM 9 AM 12 PM 3 PM 6 PM 9 PM
7
kmh
12
kmh
13
kmh
16
kmh
17
kmh
19
kmh
16
kmh
8
kmh
1.2m
1.2m
1.3m
1.3m
1.3m
1.2m
1.0m
1.0m
12.4s 12.6s 12.7s 12.6s 12.4s 12.2s 12.0s 13.1s
Mon 3rd August
12 AM 3 AM 6 AM 9 AM 12 PM 3 PM 6 PM 9 PM
3
kmh
4
kmh
5
kmh
8
kmh
12
kmh
17
kmh
21
kmh
21
kmh
0.7m
0.1m
0.1m
0.3m
0.5m
0.2m
0.2m
0.2m
15.3s 14.7s 13.9s 13.3s 12.9s 12.7s 12.4s 12.1s
Tue 4th August
12 AM 3 AM 6 AM 9 AM 12 PM 3 PM 6 PM 9 PM
17
kmh
12
kmh
5
kmh
3
kmh
3
kmh
5
kmh
5
kmh
6
kmh
0.2m
0.2m
0.3m
0.4m
0.6m
0.5m
0.4m
0.5m
11.8s 11.5s 11.2s 10.8s 10.3s 10.5s 10.3s 10.1s
Wed 29th July
3:17 AM 9:25 AM 3:38 PM 9:47 PM
1.42 0.24 1.53 0.26
Thu 30th July
3:48 AM 9:54 AM 4:07 PM 10:16 PM
1.48 0.20 1.58 0.22
Fri 31st July
4:18 AM 10:22 AM 4:35 PM 10:45 PM
1.51 0.18 1.61 0.20
Sat 1st August
4:49 AM 10:50 AM 5:04 PM 11:15 PM
1.51 0.19 1.62 0.20
Sun 2nd August
5:20 AM 11:18 AM 5:35 PM 11:47 PM
1.48 0.22 1.60 0.23
Mon 3rd August
5:53 AM 11:49 AM 6:09 PM
1.43 0.28 1.55
Tue 4th August
12:23 AM 6:31 AM 12:24 PM 6:49 PM
0.28 1.35 0.35 1.48
Wed 29th July
19°
0.0mm
6kmh E
11%
Thu 30th July
19°
0.0mm
2kmh SSW
31%
Fri 31st July
21°
0.0mm
5kmh SSW
19%
Sat 1st August
22°
0.0mm
2kmh WNW
31%
Sun 2nd August
20°
0.0mm
8kmh NW
5%
Mon 3rd August
19°
0.0mm
6kmh S
14%
Tue 4th August
20°
0.0mm
3kmh W
8%
Wed 5th August
18°
0.0mm
28kmh NNW
20%
Thu 6th August
13°
3.9mm
20kmh W
86%
Fri 7th August
14°
0.3mm
17kmh SE
70%
Sat 8th August
18°
0.0mm
12kmh ESE
62%
Sun 9th August
16°
1.0mm
10kmh W
38%
Mon 10th August
17°
0.0mm
24kmh ESE
47%
Tue 11th August
22°
0.0mm
12kmh ESE
7%

In the next 14 days average maximum daily temperatures will be 18° which is not so warm but sunbathing may be possible on some days. The average water temperature will be 12° which is very cold and bracing, it's not recommended you swim with out a full wet suit. There will be 3 days of very light rain with an average of 1.7mm rain on those days. Average cloud cover will be 32%.

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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