Beach Weather in Kommetjie Beach, Cape Town, South Africa

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Beach Weather Today in Kommetjie Beach

Today the maximum temperature will be 16° which is a little too chilly for sunbathing. Today the 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.

Today will have 0.7mm of very light rain. Expect some sunshine and occasionally cloudy periods with an average cloud cover of 51%.

The winds will be cross-off shore and very strong at 44kmh from the South East. The strong winds will keep the temperatures feeling cooler.

Kommetjie Beach faces Northwest and the sunset will be visible over the ocean to the West at 06:00 PM. Unfortunately there are chances that 70% cloud cover may make the sunset not viewable.

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 Kommetjie Beach

This weekend the average maximum daily temperatures will be 16° which is a little too chilly for sunbathing. The average water temperature will be 15° which is cold for swimming, a full wet suit is required to spend any length of time in the sea.

There will be 2 days of light rain with an average of 2.4mm rain on those days. Saturday will have 0.1mm of rain and Sunday will have 4.6mm of rain. Expect some sunshine and occasionally cloudy periods with an average cloud cover of 51%.

KOMMETJIE BEACH - BEACH WEATHER FORECAST

Wed 6th May
12 AM 3 AM 6 AM 9 AM 12 PM 3 PM 6 PM 9 PM
16° 16° 16° 17° 17° 20° 17° 16°
6% 71% 50% 27% 89% 25% 70% 73%
0.0mm 0.1mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.4mm 0.0mm 0.1mm 0.1mm
13°
13°
13°
13°
13°
13°
13°
13°
Thu 7th May
12 AM 3 AM 6 AM 9 AM 12 PM 3 PM 6 PM 9 PM
16° 16° 16° 16° 17° 17° 16° 16°
29% 16% 11% 85% 13% 12% 15% 13%
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 8th May
12 AM 3 AM 6 AM 9 AM 12 PM 3 PM 6 PM 9 PM
16° 15° 15° 15° 16° 17° 16° 16°
11% 6% 4% 3% 1% 0% 0% 0%
0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm
17°
17°
17°
17°
17°
17°
17°
17°
Sat 9th May
12 AM 3 AM 6 AM 9 AM 12 PM 3 PM 6 PM 9 PM
16° 15° 15° 16° 17° 17° 16° 15°
0% 0% 0% 0% 0% 66% 33% 76%
0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.1mm
13°
13°
13°
13°
13°
13°
13°
13°
Sun 10th May
12 AM 3 AM 6 AM 9 AM 12 PM 3 PM 6 PM 9 PM
15° 15° 15° 14° 15° 14° 14° 14°
62% 52% 83% 88% 100% 100% 100% 65%
0.1mm 0.2mm 2.5mm 0.4mm 0.5mm 0.4mm 0.1mm 0.4mm
17°
17°
17°
17°
17°
17°
17°
17°
Mon 11th May
12 AM 3 AM 6 AM 9 AM 12 PM 3 PM 6 PM 9 PM
14° 15° 15° 15° 16° 17° 17° 17°
85% 70% 72% 100% 91% 72% 65% 53%
0.6mm 0.6mm 1.5mm 2.8mm 1.0mm 0.0mm 0.1mm 0.1mm
17°
15°
15°
15°
15°
15°
15°
15°
Tue 12th May
12 AM 3 AM 6 AM 9 AM 12 PM 3 PM 6 PM 9 PM
17° 17° 17° 17° 17° 17° 17° 17°
62% 80% 84% 68% 90% 98% 98% 89%
0.1mm 0.2mm 0.3mm 0.1mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.2mm 0.3mm
15°
15°
15°
15°
15°
15°
15°
15°
Wed 6th May
12 AM 3 AM 6 AM 9 AM 12 PM 3 PM 6 PM 9 PM
19
kmh
16
kmh
19
kmh
24
kmh
44
kmh
38
kmh
37
kmh
33
kmh
0.8m
0.9m
1.0m
1.2m
1.7m
1.4m
1.2m
0.9m
11.0s 11.0s 10.9s 10.8s 11.0s 14.0s 13.5s 11.2s
Thu 7th May
12 AM 3 AM 6 AM 9 AM 12 PM 3 PM 6 PM 9 PM
33
kmh
30
kmh
26
kmh
27
kmh
29
kmh
31
kmh
32
kmh
32
kmh
1.1m
1.0m
1.0m
1.0m
0.9m
1.5m
1.5m
1.6m
11.2s 11.2s 11.2s 11.4s 11.7s 13.9s 13.4s 13.2s
Fri 8th May
12 AM 3 AM 6 AM 9 AM 12 PM 3 PM 6 PM 9 PM
27
kmh
27
kmh
29
kmh
29
kmh
26
kmh
28
kmh
30
kmh
27
kmh
1.2m
1.3m
1.4m
1.3m
0.9m
1.0m
1.0m
0.9m
12.6s 12.4s 12.4s 12.2s 12.0s 15.4s 15.0s 14.5s
Sat 9th May
12 AM 3 AM 6 AM 9 AM 12 PM 3 PM 6 PM 9 PM
18
kmh
10
kmh
6
kmh
13
kmh
18
kmh
27
kmh
32
kmh
42
kmh
0.7m
0.6m
0.1m
0.2m
0.3m
0.4m
0.6m
0.6m
12.1s 12.3s 13.2s 13.3s 13.2s 13.0s 12.8s 12.6s
Sun 10th May
12 AM 3 AM 6 AM 9 AM 12 PM 3 PM 6 PM 9 PM
60
kmh
58
kmh
64
kmh
60
kmh
53
kmh
58
kmh
57
kmh
60
kmh
1.0m
1.9m
2.4m
3.5m
2.5m
2.3m
2.1m
1.8m
12.5s 12.3s 12.1s 12.8s 11.9s 11.6s 11.5s 11.5s
Mon 11th May
12 AM 3 AM 6 AM 9 AM 12 PM 3 PM 6 PM 9 PM
54
kmh
55
kmh
63
kmh
63
kmh
49
kmh
49
kmh
45
kmh
47
kmh
1.6m
2.2m
3.3m
3.4m
2.3m
2.0m
1.8m
1.5m
11.9s 11.5s 12.0s 12.9s 11.7s 12.4s 12.6s 12.7s
Tue 12th May
12 AM 3 AM 6 AM 9 AM 12 PM 3 PM 6 PM 9 PM
45
kmh
43
kmh
36
kmh
32
kmh
27
kmh
28
kmh
30
kmh
23
kmh
1.2m
1.2m
1.0m
1.1m
1.1m
1.3m
1.5m
1.4m
12.9s 12.8s 13.0s 13.0s 12.7s 12.1s 11.8s 12.0s
Wed 6th May
5:22 AM 11:29 AM 5:55 PM 11:47 PM
1.51 0.55 1.45 0.69
Thu 7th May
6:01 AM 12:09 PM 6:43 PM
1.41 0.63 1.38
Fri 8th May
12:37 AM 6:50 AM 1:01 PM 7:47 PM
0.77 1.32 0.71 1.34
Sat 9th May
1:55 AM 8:04 AM 2:18 PM 9:09 PM
0.82 1.25 0.76 1.34
Sun 10th May
3:42 AM 9:40 AM 3:50 PM 10:25 PM
0.81 1.25 0.75 1.41
Mon 11th May
4:59 AM 11:01 AM 5:02 PM 11:24 PM
0.71 1.32 0.69 1.52
Tue 12th May
5:54 AM 11:59 AM 5:57 PM
0.57 1.43 0.59
Wed 6th May
17°
0.7mm
40kmh SE
51%
Thu 7th May
17°
0.0mm
28kmh SE
24%
Fri 8th May
17°
0.0mm
23kmh SE
3%
Sat 9th May
17°
0.1mm
18kmh NNW
21%
Sun 10th May
15°
4.6mm
59kmh W
81%
Mon 11th May
16°
6.7mm
49kmh W
76%
Tue 12th May
18°
1.2mm
26kmh NW
83%
Wed 13th May
18°
0.5mm
23kmh NNW
68%
Thu 14th May
18°
0.5mm
11kmh WNW
56%
Fri 15th May
17°
0.0mm
44kmh SE
19%
Sat 16th May
18°
0.0mm
37kmh SE
1%
Sun 17th May
19°
0.0mm
22kmh ESE
0%
Mon 18th May
19°
0.0mm
30kmh ESE
0%
Tue 19th May
19°
0.0mm
17kmh ESE
0%

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 15° which is cold for swimming, a full wet suit is required to spend any length of time in the sea. There will be 7 days of light rain with an average of 2.0mm rain on those days. Average cloud cover will be 35%.

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

Taking a Holiday at Kommetjie Beach, Cape Town, Western Cape, South Africa

Kommetjie Beach is a picturesque beach located in Cape Town, Western Cape, South Africa. This charming coastal village offers visitors a relaxing seaside holiday with stunning views of the Atlantic Ocean and Chapman's Peak. Known for its natural beauty, Kommetjie Beach is an ideal destination for those looking to unwind and enjoy the great outdoors.

Beach Type

Kommetjie Beach features a mix of soft white sand and pebbly areas, providing a variety of textures for beachgoers to enjoy. The waters around Kommetjie are known for their abundant marine life, making it an excellent spot for snorkeling and diving. The beach's rocky outcrops attract various fish species that seek shelter among the rocks, providing divers with a fascinating underwater experience.

Beach Activities

Some popular beach activities recommended at Kommetjie Beach include:

  1. Surfing: Kommetjie Beach is famous for its consistent surf breaks, attracting both beginner and experienced surfers alike.
  2. Kiteboarding: The strong winds along the coast make it an ideal location for kiteboarding enthusiasts.
  3. Whale watching: From June to November, visitors can often spot Southern Right whales breaching just off the shoreline.
  4. Horse riding: Take a scenic horseback ride along the beach and through the nearby fynbos reserves.
  5. Birdwatching: The surrounding wetlands provide a habitat to numerous bird species, making it an excellent destination for birdwatching.
  6. Nature walks: Explore the nearby Slangkop Lighthouse or take a leisurely stroll along the pristine coastline.

Accommodations

While there are no large-scale resorts on Kommetjie Beach itself, there are several guesthouses, self-catering cottages, and bed & breakfasts available in the area:

  1. Borehole Water Guesthouse
  2. Crystal Cottage
  3. Fynbos House
  4. The Last Word Long Beach
  5. Sea La Vie Beach House

Areas to Stay In

Visitors can choose from several areas to stay in while visiting Kommetjie Beach, including:

  1. Kommetjie Village: Ideal for those who want to be within walking distance of the beach, local shops, and restaurants.
  2. Noordhoek: A nearby coastal suburb with a variety of accommodations and close proximity to attractions like the Cape Point Vineyards and Noordhoek Beach.
  3. Scarborough: Another coastal village just south of Kommetjie, known for its quiet atmosphere and scenic beauty.

Beach Amenities

Kommetjie Beach offers a range of amenities to ensure visitors have an enjoyable experience, such as:

  1. Public restrooms: Clean facilities located near the beach parking area.
  2. Parking: Ample parking space available close to the beach.
  3. Restaurants and cafés: A selection of eateries can be found in Kommetjie Village, just a short walk from the beach.
  4. Surf shops: Several surf shops are available for equipment rentals or purchases.
  5. Lifeguards: Seasonal lifeguard services are provided during peak summer months.

Overall, a holiday at Kommetjie Beach promises a tranquil escape from the hustle and bustle of daily life, with plenty of opportunities for outdoor activities and picturesque views for visitors to enjoy.

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