Beach Weather in Featherbed Nature Reserve, Knysna, South Africa

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Beach Weather Today in Featherbed Nature Reserve

Today the maximum temperature will be 17° which is warm and pleasant for sunbathing. Today the water temperature will be 14° which is cold for swimming, a full wet suit is required to spend any length of time in the sea.

Today will be dry with no rain showers. Expect plentiful sunshine and mostly clear blue skies with an average cloud cover of 6%.

The winds will be cross-on shore and strong at 36kmh 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 06:49 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 17° which is a little too chilly for sunbathing. The average water temperature will be 14° 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 2.1mm rain on those days. Saturday will have 0.1mm of rain and Sunday will have 4.1mm of rain. Expect sunshine and sunny skies with an average cloud cover of 48%.

FEATHERBED NATURE RESERVE - BEACH WEATHER FORECAST

Wed 23rd October
12 AM 3 AM 6 AM 9 AM 12 PM 3 PM 6 PM 9 PM
15° 15° 15° 21° 22° 21° 19° 17°
27% 4% 2% 9% 1% 4% 3% 0%
0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm
14°
14°
14°
14°
14°
14°
14°
14°
Thu 24th October
12 AM 3 AM 6 AM 9 AM 12 PM 3 PM 6 PM 9 PM
18° 18° 18° 24° 23° 22° 20° 17°
0% 0% 0% 32% 9% 32% 0% 45%
0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm
14°
14°
14°
14°
14°
14°
14°
14°
Fri 25th October
12 AM 3 AM 6 AM 9 AM 12 PM 3 PM 6 PM 9 PM
16° 15° 15° 18° 19° 19° 17° 14°
78% 84% 78% 78% 7% 0% 0% 12%
0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm
14°
14°
14°
14°
14°
14°
14°
14°
Sat 26th October
12 AM 3 AM 6 AM 9 AM 12 PM 3 PM 6 PM 9 PM
13° 13° 13° 18° 20° 19° 17° 15°
6% 0% 0% 0% 0% 18% 7% 83%
0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.1mm
14°
14°
14°
14°
14°
14°
14°
14°
Sun 27th October
12 AM 3 AM 6 AM 9 AM 12 PM 3 PM 6 PM 9 PM
16° 14° 12° 13° 14° 15° 14° 13°
70% 100% 100% 79% 67% 81% 76% 82%
0.1mm 0.4mm 1.7mm 0.6mm 0.5mm 0.2mm 0.3mm 0.3mm
14°
14°
14°
14°
14°
14°
14°
14°
Mon 28th October
12 AM 3 AM 6 AM 9 AM 12 PM 3 PM 6 PM 9 PM
13° 13° 13° 13° 14° 14° 14° 14°
97% 94% 80% 84% 97% 85% 76% 83%
0.3mm 1.5mm 2.7mm 0.2mm 0.3mm 0.3mm 0.2mm 0.1mm
14°
16°
16°
16°
16°
16°
16°
16°
Tue 29th October
12 AM 3 AM 6 AM 9 AM 12 PM 3 PM 6 PM 9 PM
13° 12° 14° 17° 20° 19° 17° 16°
75% 73% 73% 75% 38% 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°
Wed 23rd October
12 AM 3 AM 6 AM 9 AM 12 PM 3 PM 6 PM 9 PM
25
kmh
26
kmh
27
kmh
26
kmh
33
kmh
35
kmh
36
kmh
34
kmh
0.8m
1.3m
1.3m
1.4m
1.7m
1.4m
1.3m
1.2m
11.5s 11.5s 11.4s 16.1s 15.3s 14.6s 14.2s 13.7s
Thu 24th October
12 AM 3 AM 6 AM 9 AM 12 PM 3 PM 6 PM 9 PM
15
kmh
4
kmh
9
kmh
16
kmh
20
kmh
24
kmh
23
kmh
22
kmh
1.3m
1.2m
1.2m
1.3m
1.3m
1.2m
0.7m
0.7m
6.9s 6.6s 6.5s 12.7s 12.5s 12.2s 12.0s 11.8s
Fri 25th October
12 AM 3 AM 6 AM 9 AM 12 PM 3 PM 6 PM 9 PM
20
kmh
21
kmh
22
kmh
20
kmh
16
kmh
16
kmh
8
kmh
8
kmh
0.6m
0.7m
1.6m
1.5m
0.5m
0.4m
0.7m
0.2m
11.7s 11.5s 11.2s 11.0s 10.9s 10.7s 11.0s 11.3s
Sat 26th October
12 AM 3 AM 6 AM 9 AM 12 PM 3 PM 6 PM 9 PM
8
kmh
7
kmh
11
kmh
22
kmh
29
kmh
35
kmh
42
kmh
44
kmh
0.2m
0.1m
0.3m
0.7m
1.0m
1.3m
1.7m
2.0m
11.7s 11.6s 11.5s 11.1s 10.9s 10.8s 10.4s 10.2s
Sun 27th October
12 AM 3 AM 6 AM 9 AM 12 PM 3 PM 6 PM 9 PM
24
kmh
48
kmh
65
kmh
63
kmh
58
kmh
55
kmh
50
kmh
43
kmh
1.5m
1.7m
2.8m
2.7m
2.4m
2.3m
2.0m
1.7m
10.1s 7.6s 8.5s 9.1s 9.3s 9.7s 10.5s 10.5s
Mon 28th October
12 AM 3 AM 6 AM 9 AM 12 PM 3 PM 6 PM 9 PM
30
kmh
36
kmh
35
kmh
39
kmh
40
kmh
27
kmh
21
kmh
19
kmh
1.1m
3.2m
2.6m
2.0m
2.1m
1.9m
1.3m
1.3m
11.2s 9.8s 9.9s 9.8s 9.9s 9.8s 9.6s 9.1s
Tue 29th October
12 AM 3 AM 6 AM 9 AM 12 PM 3 PM 6 PM 9 PM
22
kmh
27
kmh
26
kmh
24
kmh
20
kmh
12
kmh
10
kmh
13
kmh
1.4m
0.8m
0.5m
0.7m
1.0m
1.6m
1.7m
1.8m
9.7s 11.2s 10.3s 9.5s 10.4s 11.2s 11.1s 11.1s
Wed 23rd October
1:17 AM 7:54 AM 2:02 PM 8:19 PM
0.70 1.50 0.90 1.40
Thu 24th October
2:39 AM 9:26 AM 4:12 PM 10:14 PM
0.90 1.50 0.90 1.40
Fri 25th October
4:38 AM 11:19 AM 5:56 PM
0.90 1.50 0.90
Sat 26th October
12:05 AM 6:01 AM 12:31 PM 6:53 PM
1.40 0.80 1.60 0.80
Sun 27th October
1:03 AM 6:52 AM 1:15 PM 7:30 PM
1.50 0.80 1.70 0.70
Mon 28th October
1:41 AM 7:28 AM 1:49 PM 7:59 PM
1.60 0.70 1.70 0.60
Tue 29th October
2:12 AM 7:58 AM 2:18 PM 8:25 PM
1.70 0.60 1.80 0.50
Wed 23rd October
22°
0.0mm
23kmh ESE
6%
Thu 24th October
24°
0.0mm
13kmh SW
14%
Fri 25th October
19°
0.0mm
14kmh SSW
42%
Sat 26th October
20°
0.1mm
18kmh ESE
14%
Sun 27th October
15°
4.1mm
35kmh WSW
81%
Mon 28th October
15°
5.6mm
25kmh W
87%
Tue 29th October
20°
0.0mm
10kmh S
41%
Wed 30th October
20°
0.0mm
14kmh ESE
4%
Thu 31st October
23°
0.2mm
12kmh SSW
24%
Fri 1st November
18°
0.8mm
13kmh SW
60%
Sat 2nd November
22°
0.0mm
10kmh SE
25%
Sun 3rd November
21°
0.0mm
17kmh SW
6%
Mon 4th November
15°
1.8mm
21kmh WSW
89%
Tue 5th November
17°
0.0mm
12kmh S
48%

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 15° which is cold for swimming, a full wet suit is required to spend any length of time in the sea. There will be 6 days of light rain with an average of 2.1mm rain on those days. Average cloud cover will be 39%.

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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