Beach Weather in Featherbed Nature Reserve, Knysna, South Africa

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BEACH WEATHER MONTHLY AVERAGES

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Best
Best
Best
Tan
Tan
Tan
Tan
Tan
Tan
Sea
22°
Swim
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22°
Swim
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20°
Swim
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19°
 
Sea
19°
Swim
Sea
18°
 
Sea
17°
 
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17°
 
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17°
 
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17°
 
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19°
 
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20°
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Beach Weather Today in Featherbed Nature Reserve

Today the maximum temperature will be 23° which is very warm and perfect for sunbathing. Today the water temperature will be 20° which is comfortable for swimming though some may prefer warmer water.

Today will be dry with no rain showers. Expect only occasional sunny spells and lots of clouds with an average cloud cover of 73%.

The winds will be side shore and moderate at 21kmh from the East. The moderate winds will keep the temperatures feeling fresher.

Featherbed Nature Reserve faces South and sunset will be visible over the beach shoreline to the West at 07:32 PM. Unfortunately there are chances that 63% 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 Featherbed Nature Reserve

This weekend the average maximum daily temperatures will be 23° which is warm and pleasant for sunbathing. The average water temperature will be 21° which is comfortable for swimming though some may prefer warmer water.

There will be 1 day of very light rain. Saturday will be dry and Sunday will have 0.9mm of rain. Expect sunshine and sunny skies with an average cloud cover of 45%.

FEATHERBED NATURE RESERVE - BEACH WEATHER FORECAST

Wed 4th February
12 AM 3 AM 6 AM 9 AM 12 PM 3 PM 6 PM 9 PM
23° 22° 21° 25° 27° 25° 25° 22°
82% 100% 68% 76% 82% 66% 63% 48%
0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm
20°
20°
20°
20°
20°
20°
20°
20°
Thu 5th February
12 AM 3 AM 6 AM 9 AM 12 PM 3 PM 6 PM 9 PM
21° 22° 22° 26° 30° 24° 23° 20°
49% 49% 45% 70% 22% 60% 28% 11%
0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.1mm 0.0mm 1.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm
20°
20°
20°
20°
20°
20°
20°
20°
Fri 6th February
12 AM 3 AM 6 AM 9 AM 12 PM 3 PM 6 PM 9 PM
19° 18° 18° 23° 24° 25° 22° 21°
5% 3% 2% 2% 3% 5% 4% 26%
0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm
20°
20°
20°
20°
20°
20°
20°
20°
Sat 7th February
12 AM 3 AM 6 AM 9 AM 12 PM 3 PM 6 PM 9 PM
20° 20° 19° 25° 28° 27° 26° 22°
22% 21% 5% 14% 13% 26% 10% 13%
0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm
20°
20°
20°
20°
20°
20°
20°
20°
Sun 8th February
12 AM 3 AM 6 AM 9 AM 12 PM 3 PM 6 PM 9 PM
22° 20° 21° 21° 23° 23° 21° 19°
13% 86% 88% 92% 63% 71% 100% 91%
0.0mm 0.0mm 0.1mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.1mm 0.3mm 0.4mm
20°
20°
20°
20°
20°
22°
22°
22°
Mon 9th February
12 AM 3 AM 6 AM 9 AM 12 PM 3 PM 6 PM 9 PM
19° 17° 18° 22° 24° 24° 22° 20°
58% 21% 9% 8% 11% 21% 58% 73%
0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.1mm
22°
22°
22°
22°
22°
22°
22°
22°
Tue 10th February
12 AM 3 AM 6 AM 9 AM 12 PM 3 PM 6 PM 9 PM
20° 19° 18° 22° 24° 23° 22° 19°
68% 36% 5% 7% 15% 19% 10% 5%
0.1mm 0.1mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm
22°
22°
22°
22°
22°
22°
22°
22°
Wed 4th February
12 AM 3 AM 6 AM 9 AM 12 PM 3 PM 6 PM 9 PM
16
kmh
13
kmh
12
kmh
9
kmh
11
kmh
12
kmh
16
kmh
21
kmh
0.5m
0.6m
0.7m
0.6m
0.7m
0.9m
1.3m
1.1m
10.2s 10.1s 10.0s 10.0s 9.9s 9.8s 9.7s 9.8s
Thu 5th February
12 AM 3 AM 6 AM 9 AM 12 PM 3 PM 6 PM 9 PM
14
kmh
7
kmh
6
kmh
6
kmh
11
kmh
29
kmh
25
kmh
15
kmh
0.6m
0.5m
1.1m
1.1m
1.1m
1.6m
1.4m
0.8m
11.0s 11.1s 11.0s 10.9s 10.6s 4.9s 10.4s 6.3s
Fri 6th February
12 AM 3 AM 6 AM 9 AM 12 PM 3 PM 6 PM 9 PM
9
kmh
11
kmh
9
kmh
5
kmh
11
kmh
17
kmh
17
kmh
17
kmh
0.7m
0.7m
0.7m
0.9m
0.6m
0.7m
0.8m
1.0m
6.5s 6.7s 6.7s 6.6s 11.9s 11.7s 11.4s 11.1s
Sat 7th February
12 AM 3 AM 6 AM 9 AM 12 PM 3 PM 6 PM 9 PM
29
kmh
27
kmh
13
kmh
9
kmh
10
kmh
13
kmh
28
kmh
23
kmh
1.1m
1.6m
0.5m
1.0m
1.1m
0.5m
0.8m
0.6m
10.9s 10.8s 5.2s 10.6s 10.5s 10.4s 10.3s 10.3s
Sun 8th February
12 AM 3 AM 6 AM 9 AM 12 PM 3 PM 6 PM 9 PM
18
kmh
24
kmh
23
kmh
13
kmh
15
kmh
21
kmh
21
kmh
15
kmh
0.7m
0.7m
1.0m
1.2m
1.1m
1.0m
0.8m
0.3m
10.2s 10.2s 10.2s 10.2s 10.2s 10.2s 10.2s 10.1s
Mon 9th February
12 AM 3 AM 6 AM 9 AM 12 PM 3 PM 6 PM 9 PM
15
kmh
21
kmh
18
kmh
18
kmh
25
kmh
31
kmh
28
kmh
26
kmh
0.6m
0.6m
0.7m
0.8m
0.9m
1.1m
1.1m
1.2m
9.8s 9.5s 9.4s 9.2s 9.2s 9.1s 9.0s 8.9s
Tue 10th February
12 AM 3 AM 6 AM 9 AM 12 PM 3 PM 6 PM 9 PM
26
kmh
20
kmh
17
kmh
14
kmh
12
kmh
13
kmh
16
kmh
17
kmh
1.2m
1.3m
1.7m
1.6m
1.6m
1.6m
1.8m
1.8m
8.8s 9.0s 9.1s 9.0s 9.0s 9.0s 9.0s 8.9s
Wed 4th February
5:14 AM 11:24 AM 5:23 PM 11:28 PM
2.10 0.26 1.93 0.17
Thu 5th February
5:47 AM 11:53 AM 5:56 PM 11:55 PM
2.04 0.33 1.84 0.26
Fri 6th February
6:20 AM 12:21 PM 6:28 PM
1.94 0.43 1.72
Sat 7th February
12:21 AM 6:51 AM 12:49 PM 7:00 PM
0.38 1.82 0.54 1.58
Sun 8th February
12:47 AM 7:24 AM 1:19 PM 7:33 PM
0.51 1.67 0.67 1.44
Mon 9th February
1:15 AM 8:01 AM 1:56 PM 8:17 PM
0.66 1.52 0.80 1.30
Tue 10th February
1:52 AM 8:59 AM 3:04 PM 9:51 PM
0.80 1.38 0.92 1.18
Wed 4th February
27°
0.0mm
13kmh S
73%
Thu 5th February
30°
1.1mm
9kmh SSW
41%
Fri 6th February
25°
0.0mm
13kmh SSE
6%
Sat 7th February
28°
0.0mm
12kmh SSE
15%
Sun 8th February
23°
0.9mm
13kmh SSW
75%
Mon 9th February
24°
0.1mm
18kmh SW
32%
Tue 10th February
24°
0.2mm
13kmh SSW
20%
Wed 11th February
26°
0.0mm
16kmh SE
2%
Thu 12th February
26°
0.5mm
14kmh WSW
66%
Fri 13th February
21°
2.7mm
23kmh ESE
90%
Sat 14th February
20°
5.7mm
12kmh ESE
84%
Sun 15th February
24°
0.0mm
16kmh ESE
0%
Mon 16th February
25°
0.0mm
12kmh SE
0%
Tue 17th February
28°
4.7mm
10kmh SSW
22%

In the next 14 days average maximum daily temperatures will be 25° which is very warm and perfect for sunbathing. The average water temperature will be 21° which is comfortable for swimming though some may prefer warmer water. There will be 8 days of very light rain with an average of 2.0mm rain on those days. Average cloud cover will be 38%.

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

Taking a Holiday at Featherbed Nature Reserve, Knysna, Western Cape, South Africa

Featherbed Nature Reserve is a paradise for nature lovers and beach enthusiasts alike. Located in Knysna, Western Cape, South Africa, it is a premier destination for those looking to relax and unwind on the beautiful shores of the Indian Ocean. With its breathtaking views and pristine environment, Featherbed Nature Reserve offers everything you need for the perfect beach holiday.

Beach Type

The beaches in Featherbed Nature Reserve are characterized by soft yellow sand and pebbles, with some rocky areas along the shoreline. The rocky formations make it an interesting spot for both snorkeling and diving enthusiasts, as they provide shelter for a variety of marine life. The clear waters of the Indian Ocean allow for excellent visibility while exploring underwater, making it an ideal location to view colorful fish and other aquatic species up close.

Beach Activities

There are numerous beach activities to enjoy at Featherbed Nature Reserve. Some popular options include:

  1. Swimming: The warm waters of the Indian Ocean make swimming a delightful experience at these beaches.
  2. Snorkeling & Diving: As mentioned earlier, the rocky formations along the shoreline offer excellent opportunities to explore marine life.
  3. Hiking & Walking Trails: Featherbed Nature Reserve features a network of walking trails that allow you to explore its diverse flora and fauna.
  4. Boat trips: Enjoy scenic boat trips along the Knysna lagoon or venture out into the open ocean to spot dolphins or even whales during migration season.
  5. Kayaking & Canoeing: Rent a kayak or canoe and paddle through the calm waters of Knysna lagoon while admiring beautiful coastal landscapes.

Accommodations

While there are no beach resorts or hotels directly within Featherbed Nature Reserve, visitors can find various accommodation options in nearby Knysna town. Options include luxury waterfront lodges like The Lofts Boutique Hotel as well as budget-friendly guesthouses such as Knysna Manor House.

Areas to Stay In

  1. Knysna Waterfront: Stay close to the action at the Knysna Waterfront, which offers a variety of eateries, shops, and entertainment options.
  2. Knysna Heads: For a more tranquil experience, consider staying in the Knysna Heads area, where you can enjoy stunning views of the ocean and lagoon.
  3. Leisure Isle: This small island in the Knysna Lagoon provides a peaceful retreat with easy access to nearby attractions.

Beach Amenities

Featherbed Nature Reserve offers a variety of amenities for visitors to enjoy during their stay:

  • Restrooms and changing facilities
  • Shaded picnic areas
  • Walking trails with informative signage
  • Guided nature walks and eco-tours
  • Boat trips and kayak rentals available from nearby Knysna Waterfront

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