Beach Weather in Sandy Bay, Gibraltar

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18°
 
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16°
 
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16°
 
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17°
 
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17°
 
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21°
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23°
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20°
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19°
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19°
 
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17°
 

Beach Weather Today in Sandy Bay

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

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-off shore and moderate at 16kmh from the West. The moderate winds will keep the temperatures feeling cooler.

Sandy Bay faces East and sunset will be over the land behind the beach at 09:08 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 Sandy 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 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 very light rain with an average of 0.3mm rain on those days. Saturday will have 0.4mm of rain and Sunday will have 0.1mm of rain. Expect only occasional sunny spells and lots of clouds with an average cloud cover of 75%.

SANDY BAY - BEACH WEATHER FORECAST

Thu 30th April
12 AM 3 AM 6 AM 9 AM 12 PM 3 PM 6 PM 9 PM
15° 15° 14° 13° 16° 18° 18° 17°
5% 3% 0% 0% 13% 5% 8% 20%
0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm
15°
15°
15°
15°
15°
15°
15°
15°
Fri 1st May
12 AM 3 AM 6 AM 9 AM 12 PM 3 PM 6 PM 9 PM
16° 15° 14° 13° 17° 18° 18° 17°
11% 15% 7% 32% 4% 0% 1% 97%
0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm
15°
15°
15°
15°
15°
15°
15°
15°
Sat 2nd May
12 AM 3 AM 6 AM 9 AM 12 PM 3 PM 6 PM 9 PM
16° 16° 15° 15° 16° 16° 16° 16°
10% 18% 52% 86% 82% 72% 57% 66%
0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.2mm 0.1mm 0.1mm 0.0mm 0.0mm
15°
15°
15°
15°
15°
15°
15°
15°
Sun 3rd May
12 AM 3 AM 6 AM 9 AM 12 PM 3 PM 6 PM 9 PM
16° 15° 15° 15° 16° 15° 15° 15°
100% 86% 91% 90% 100% 98% 100% 98%
0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.1mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm
15°
15°
15°
15°
15°
15°
15°
15°
Mon 4th May
12 AM 3 AM 6 AM 9 AM 12 PM 3 PM 6 PM 9 PM
15° 15° 15° 15° 17° 18° 18° 18°
86% 80% 38% 32% 10% 9% 8% 12%
0.1mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm
15°
15°
15°
15°
15°
17°
17°
17°
Tue 5th May
12 AM 3 AM 6 AM 9 AM 12 PM 3 PM 6 PM 9 PM
18° 17° 16° 16° 16° 16° 16° 16°
19% 22% 41% 86% 99% 82% 63% 85%
0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.1mm 0.2mm 0.1mm 0.0mm
17°
17°
17°
17°
17°
17°
17°
17°
Wed 6th May
12 AM 3 AM 6 AM 9 AM 12 PM 3 PM 6 PM 9 PM
14° 14° 13° 12° 15° 16° 16° 15°
55% 4% 3% 0% 17% 35% 2% 2%
0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.4mm 0.8mm 0.0mm 0.0mm
17°
17°
17°
17°
17°
17°
17°
17°
Thu 30th April
12 AM 3 AM 6 AM 9 AM 12 PM 3 PM 6 PM 9 PM
13
kmh
12
kmh
10
kmh
9
kmh
8
kmh
12
kmh
15
kmh
16
kmh
0.3m
0.3m
0.2m
0.1m
0.2m
0.3m
0.5m
0.4m
6.1s 6.0s 5.9s 5.7s 5.7s 5.7s 5.6s 5.6s
Fri 1st May
12 AM 3 AM 6 AM 9 AM 12 PM 3 PM 6 PM 9 PM
15
kmh
16
kmh
13
kmh
10
kmh
9
kmh
9
kmh
10
kmh
10
kmh
0.3m
0.4m
0.3m
0.3m
0.2m
0.3m
0.1m
0.2m
5.5s 10.6s 10.5s 10.4s 6.4s 6.3s 10.6s 11.3s
Sat 2nd May
12 AM 3 AM 6 AM 9 AM 12 PM 3 PM 6 PM 9 PM
15
kmh
18
kmh
19
kmh
21
kmh
22
kmh
22
kmh
17
kmh
13
kmh
0.4m
0.6m
0.7m
0.6m
0.7m
0.6m
0.7m
0.6m
11.6s 11.6s 11.5s 11.0s 10.8s 10.6s 5.6s 5.8s
Sun 3rd May
12 AM 3 AM 6 AM 9 AM 12 PM 3 PM 6 PM 9 PM
15
kmh
21
kmh
19
kmh
18
kmh
18
kmh
15
kmh
10
kmh
6
kmh
0.7m
0.6m
0.4m
0.4m
0.3m
0.4m
0.3m
0.1m
5.9s 5.9s 5.9s 5.9s 6.0s 6.0s 6.0s 6.1s
Mon 4th May
12 AM 3 AM 6 AM 9 AM 12 PM 3 PM 6 PM 9 PM
1
kmh
3
kmh
4
kmh
4
kmh
6
kmh
7
kmh
9
kmh
10
kmh
0.2m
0.3m
0.4m
0.3m
0.3m
0.2m
0.1m
0.1m
5.9s 5.7s 7.0s 7.7s 7.3s 7.4s 7.5s 7.5s
Tue 5th May
12 AM 3 AM 6 AM 9 AM 12 PM 3 PM 6 PM 9 PM
11
kmh
11
kmh
12
kmh
14
kmh
19
kmh
18
kmh
19
kmh
18
kmh
0.1m
0.1m
0.1m
0.1m
0.3m
0.3m
0.4m
0.4m
7.5s 7.5s 7.4s 7.3s 7.1s 7.0s 6.9s 6.8s
Wed 6th May
12 AM 3 AM 6 AM 9 AM 12 PM 3 PM 6 PM 9 PM
15
kmh
15
kmh
15
kmh
19
kmh
17
kmh
23
kmh
23
kmh
19
kmh
0.3m
0.2m
0.2m
0.2m
0.2m
0.3m
0.2m
0.2m
6.6s 6.4s 6.3s 6.1s 6.0s 6.0s 6.0s 4.3s
Thu 30th April
3:05 AM 9:02 AM 3:29 PM 9:11 PM
0.89 0.12 0.88 0.16
Fri 1st May
3:40 AM 9:27 AM 4:04 PM 9:37 PM
0.89 0.10 0.88 0.15
Sat 2nd May
4:14 AM 9:55 AM 4:38 PM 10:06 PM
0.89 0.09 0.87 0.16
Sun 3rd May
4:45 AM 10:26 AM 5:11 PM 10:38 PM
0.87 0.09 0.84 0.17
Mon 4th May
5:16 AM 11:00 AM 5:44 PM 11:13 PM
0.84 0.11 0.81 0.20
Tue 5th May
5:47 AM 11:38 AM 6:18 PM 11:52 PM
0.81 0.14 0.76 0.23
Wed 6th May
6:18 AM 12:19 PM 6:55 PM
0.76 0.18 0.72
Thu 30th April
18°
0.0mm
10kmh W
6%
Fri 1st May
18°
0.0mm
11kmh WSW
20%
Sat 2nd May
16°
0.4mm
23kmh E
55%
Sun 3rd May
16°
0.1mm
19kmh ENE
95%
Mon 4th May
18°
0.1mm
4kmh S
34%
Tue 5th May
16°
0.4mm
20kmh WSW
62%
Wed 6th May
16°
1.2mm
21kmh W
14%
Thu 7th May
17°
0.0mm
22kmh WSW
20%
Fri 8th May
16°
4.1mm
13kmh WSW
82%
Sat 9th May
17°
0.3mm
23kmh WSW
47%
Sun 10th May
18°
0.0mm
12kmh WSW
15%
Mon 11th May
18°
0.8mm
23kmh WSW
33%
Tue 12th May
19°
0.0mm
11kmh WSW
31%
Wed 13th May
22°
0.0mm
19kmh WSW
15%

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 16° which is cold for swimming, a full wet suit is required to spend any length of time in the sea. There will be 8 days of very light rain with an average of 0.9mm rain on those days. Average cloud cover will be 38%.

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

Taking a Holiday at Sandy Bay, , Gibraltar

Taking a holiday at the beach in Sandy Bay, Gibraltar is a fantastic way to enjoy the sun, sea, and spectacular views of the Mediterranean. Gibraltar's eastern coast offers an idyllic setting for a relaxing beach getaway, as well as numerous opportunities for adventure and exploration. Sandy Bay is one of Gibraltar's most popular beaches, boasting crystal clear waters and a serene atmosphere that will make your holiday truly unforgettable.

Beach Type

Sandy Bay features golden sand with some pebbles scattered along the shoreline. The sand here is soft and inviting, perfect for sunbathing or building sandcastles with the family. The clear waters at Sandy Bay provide an excellent environment for swimming or wading, while snorkeling and diving enthusiasts will find plenty of interesting underwater sights to explore. The beach is framed by rocky cliffs on either side, which create a picturesque backdrop for your beach holiday.

Beach Activities

At Sandy Bay, you can partake in various beach activities that cater to different interests and preferences. Some of the most popular activities include:

  • Swimming: With its calm and clear waters, Sandy Bay is an ideal spot for swimming.
  • Snorkeling: The rocky areas around the bay are home to numerous fish species, providing excellent snorkeling opportunities.
  • Kayaking: Paddle along the coast to explore hidden coves and caves.
  • Stand-up paddleboarding (SUP): Enjoy a peaceful SUP session as you glide through the calm waters.
  • Beach volleyball: Engage in some friendly competition on the sandy shore.

Accommodations

While there are no hotels or resorts directly on Sandy Bay Beach itself due to its relatively small size, there are several options nearby:

  1. Caleta Hotel: This four-star hotel overlooks nearby Catalan Bay and offers stunning views, comfortable rooms, and convenient access to Sandy Bay.
  2. Rock Hotel: A historic hotel located near Gibraltar's city center with beautiful gardens and a pool, just a short drive from Sandy Bay.

Areas to Stay In

When visiting Sandy Bay, consider staying in one of the following areas:

  1. Catalan Bay: A charming fishing village with colorful houses and a gorgeous beach, just a short walk from Sandy Bay.
  2. Gibraltar City Center: Stay in the heart of Gibraltar for easy access to shopping, dining, and entertainment options, as well as proximity to Sandy Bay.

Beach Amenities

Sandy Bay offers several amenities to ensure a comfortable and enjoyable visit:

  • Sun loungers and umbrellas for rent
  • Public restrooms and showers
  • Beachside snack bar
  • Lifeguard services during peak season

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