Beach Weather in Featherbed Nature Reserve, Knysna, South Africa

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22°
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22°
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20°
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19°
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Beach Weather Today in Featherbed Nature Reserve

Today the maximum temperature will be 19° which is a little too chilly for sunbathing. Today the water temperature will be 18° 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 lots of sunshine and clear skies with an average cloud cover of 37%.

The winds will be cross-on shore and strong at 35kmh from the East. The strong winds will keep the temperatures feeling cooler. The strong onshore winds may make conditions rougher for swimming.

Featherbed Nature Reserve faces South and sunset will be visible over the beach shoreline to the West at 05:46 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 Featherbed Nature Reserve

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 15° 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 lots of sunshine and clear skies with an average cloud cover of 33%.

FEATHERBED NATURE RESERVE - BEACH WEATHER FORECAST

Wed 29th July
12 AM 3 AM 6 AM 9 AM 12 PM 3 PM 6 PM 9 PM
12° 12° 11° 13° 17° 17° 14° 12°
77% 16% 20% 89% 54% 30% 14% 2%
0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm
18°
18°
18°
18°
18°
18°
18°
18°
Thu 30th July
12 AM 3 AM 6 AM 9 AM 12 PM 3 PM 6 PM 9 PM
12° 11° 10° 14° 18° 18° 15° 13°
6% 46% 19% 6% 13% 4% 15% 2%
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 31st July
12 AM 3 AM 6 AM 9 AM 12 PM 3 PM 6 PM 9 PM
11° 10° 10° 13° 19° 20° 14° 13°
0% 0% 2% 16% 15% 33% 100% 92%
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 1st August
12 AM 3 AM 6 AM 9 AM 12 PM 3 PM 6 PM 9 PM
12° 12° 12° 14° 22° 23° 17° 15°
49% 52% 11% 76% 32% 21% 95% 100%
0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm
14°
14°
14°
14°
14°
14°
14°
14°
Sun 2nd August
12 AM 3 AM 6 AM 9 AM 12 PM 3 PM 6 PM 9 PM
15° 14° 13° 16° 23° 21° 15° 14°
100% 0% 0% 0% 0% 0% 0% 5%
0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm
14°
14°
14°
14°
14°
16°
16°
16°
Mon 3rd August
12 AM 3 AM 6 AM 9 AM 12 PM 3 PM 6 PM 9 PM
14° 13° 13° 15° 18° 18° 16° 14°
15% 55% 85% 52% 29% 19% 14% 3%
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 4th August
12 AM 3 AM 6 AM 9 AM 12 PM 3 PM 6 PM 9 PM
13° 13° 13° 17° 24° 22° 17° 15°
5% 4% 2% 2% 0% 0% 1% 2%
0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm
16°
16°
16°
16°
16°
16°
16°
16°
Wed 29th July
12 AM 3 AM 6 AM 9 AM 12 PM 3 PM 6 PM 9 PM
34
kmh
31
kmh
29
kmh
30
kmh
28
kmh
35
kmh
33
kmh
34
kmh
1.2m
0.9m
0.9m
0.9m
1.2m
1.3m
1.2m
1.1m
13.4s 13.2s 13.1s 12.9s 12.7s 12.6s 12.6s 12.8s
Thu 30th July
12 AM 3 AM 6 AM 9 AM 12 PM 3 PM 6 PM 9 PM
31
kmh
21
kmh
19
kmh
22
kmh
27
kmh
33
kmh
44
kmh
39
kmh
0.9m
0.7m
0.5m
0.5m
0.8m
1.1m
1.4m
1.3m
13.0s 13.3s 13.2s 13.0s 12.9s 13.0s 13.1s 13.0s
Fri 31st July
12 AM 3 AM 6 AM 9 AM 12 PM 3 PM 6 PM 9 PM
27
kmh
21
kmh
21
kmh
22
kmh
22
kmh
29
kmh
29
kmh
19
kmh
1.1m
0.8m
0.7m
0.8m
0.8m
1.2m
1.3m
1.7m
12.9s 13.2s 13.3s 13.1s 12.8s 12.6s 12.4s 12.1s
Sat 1st August
12 AM 3 AM 6 AM 9 AM 12 PM 3 PM 6 PM 9 PM
17
kmh
14
kmh
11
kmh
10
kmh
4
kmh
8
kmh
12
kmh
12
kmh
1.0m
0.7m
0.6m
0.5m
0.6m
0.7m
0.7m
0.2m
7.9s 8.1s 8.4s 8.6s 8.7s 8.8s 8.8s 8.8s
Sun 2nd August
12 AM 3 AM 6 AM 9 AM 12 PM 3 PM 6 PM 9 PM
10
kmh
8
kmh
9
kmh
7
kmh
3
kmh
23
kmh
19
kmh
20
kmh
0.2m
0.3m
0.2m
0.1m
0.1m
0.1m
0.3m
0.5m
8.8s 8.7s 8.8s 8.8s 8.7s 8.7s 8.7s 9.6s
Mon 3rd August
12 AM 3 AM 6 AM 9 AM 12 PM 3 PM 6 PM 9 PM
18
kmh
15
kmh
12
kmh
9
kmh
8
kmh
6
kmh
6
kmh
10
kmh
0.8m
0.9m
0.9m
0.7m
0.1m
0.1m
0.1m
0.2m
11.1s 11.1s 10.9s 12.0s 14.3s 13.7s 13.1s 12.8s
Tue 4th August
12 AM 3 AM 6 AM 9 AM 12 PM 3 PM 6 PM 9 PM
14
kmh
13
kmh
10
kmh
8
kmh
10
kmh
9
kmh
6
kmh
7
kmh
0.2m
0.2m
0.2m
0.4m
0.4m
0.5m
0.3m
0.2m
12.6s 12.4s 12.1s 11.6s 11.1s 11.3s 11.0s 10.8s
Wed 29th July
3:38 AM 9:42 AM 4:02 PM 9:55 PM
1.79 -0.02 1.75 0.11
Thu 30th July
4:13 AM 10:13 AM 4:36 PM 10:30 PM
1.80 -0.04 1.78 0.11
Fri 31st July
4:48 AM 10:46 AM 5:12 PM 11:07 PM
1.75 -0.02 1.77 0.15
Sat 1st August
5:26 AM 11:22 AM 5:52 PM 11:48 PM
1.66 0.06 1.71 0.24
Sun 2nd August
6:07 AM 12:02 PM 6:37 PM
1.54 0.16 1.61
Mon 3rd August
12:37 AM 6:56 AM 12:49 PM 7:32 PM
0.36 1.39 0.29 1.49
Tue 4th August
1:41 AM 7:58 AM 1:53 PM 8:44 PM
0.49 1.24 0.43 1.39
Wed 29th July
17°
0.0mm
16kmh E
37%
Thu 30th July
18°
0.0mm
14kmh E
13%
Fri 31st July
20°
0.0mm
13kmh ENE
32%
Sat 1st August
23°
0.0mm
8kmh N
54%
Sun 2nd August
24°
0.0mm
5kmh ESE
13%
Mon 3rd August
18°
0.0mm
6kmh SSW
34%
Tue 4th August
24°
0.0mm
6kmh W
2%
Wed 5th August
22°
0.0mm
6kmh WSW
15%
Thu 6th August
16°
1.9mm
19kmh WSW
67%
Fri 7th August
13°
1.1mm
10kmh SW
73%
Sat 8th August
17°
0.0mm
10kmh E
16%
Sun 9th August
21°
2.2mm
19kmh WSW
43%
Mon 10th August
18°
23.8mm
22kmh ESE
88%
Tue 11th August
18°
0.0mm
7kmh SE
49%

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 17° which is cool for swimming, shorty wetsuit may help you extend your time in the water. There will be 4 days of moderate rain with an average of 7.3mm 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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