Beach Weather in The Anchorage, Abel Tasman National Park, New Zealand

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BEACH WEATHER MONTHLY AVERAGES

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19°
 
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19°
 
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18°
 
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17°
 
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16°
 
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14°
 
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12°
 
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13°
 
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14°
 
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14°
 
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Beach Weather Today in The Anchorage

Today the maximum temperature will be 15° which is a little too chilly 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 lots of sunshine and clear skies with an average cloud cover of 36%.

The winds will be side shore and moderate at 27kmh from the West. The moderate winds will keep the temperatures feeling cooler.

The Anchorage faces North and sunset will be visible over the beach shoreline to the West at 08:31 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 The Anchorage

This weekend the average maximum daily temperatures will be 15° which is a little too chilly for sunbathing. The average water temperature will be 16° which is cool for swimming, shorty wetsuit may help you extend your time in the water.

There will be 2 days of very light rain with an average of 0.3mm rain on those days. Saturday will have 0.3mm of rain and Sunday will have 0.2mm of rain. Expect some sunshine and occasionally cloudy periods with an average cloud cover of 52%.

THE ANCHORAGE - BEACH WEATHER FORECAST

Wed 20th November
12 AM 3 AM 6 AM 9 AM 12 PM 3 PM 6 PM 9 PM
11° 16° 17° 17° 14° 10°
44% 56% 11% 20% 81% 31% 22% 29%
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 21st November
12 AM 3 AM 6 AM 9 AM 12 PM 3 PM 6 PM 9 PM
12° 16° 15° 11°
59% 100% 72% 21% 46% 69% 88% 30%
0.0mm 0.0mm 0.2mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.3mm 0.2mm 0.0mm
16°
16°
16°
16°
16°
16°
16°
16°
Fri 22nd November
12 AM 3 AM 6 AM 9 AM 12 PM 3 PM 6 PM 9 PM
13° 15° 16° 15°
23% 15% 12% 7% 16% 9% 18% 29%
0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm
16°
16°
16°
16°
16°
16°
16°
16°
Sat 23rd November
12 AM 3 AM 6 AM 9 AM 12 PM 3 PM 6 PM 9 PM
14° 16° 15° 14° 11°
7% 6% 10% 23% 30% 75% 57% 100%
0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.3mm
16°
16°
16°
16°
16°
16°
16°
16°
Sun 24th November
12 AM 3 AM 6 AM 9 AM 12 PM 3 PM 6 PM 9 PM
10° 10° 10° 13° 15° 16° 15° 10°
100% 87% 73% 87% 100% 40% 29% 11%
0.2mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm
16°
16°
16°
16°
16°
16°
16°
16°
Mon 25th November
12 AM 3 AM 6 AM 9 AM 12 PM 3 PM 6 PM 9 PM
11° 19° 20° 18° 18° 12°
18% 46% 15% 36% 83% 86% 67% 68%
0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.1mm 0.0mm
14°
14°
14°
14°
14°
14°
14°
14°
Tue 26th November
12 AM 3 AM 6 AM 9 AM 12 PM 3 PM 6 PM 9 PM
11° 11° 14° 21° 22° 20° 19° 13°
97% 99% 37% 2% 9% 18% 18% 5%
0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm
14°
14°
14°
14°
14°
14°
14°
14°
Wed 20th November
12 AM 3 AM 6 AM 9 AM 12 PM 3 PM 6 PM 9 PM
24
kmh
17
kmh
8
kmh
6
kmh
16
kmh
27
kmh
21
kmh
17
kmh
0.5m
0.4m
0.3m
0.3m
0.2m
0.4m
0.5m
0.4m
14.2s 5.0s 5.5s 5.8s 5.7s 5.8s 5.7s 5.1s
Thu 21st November
12 AM 3 AM 6 AM 9 AM 12 PM 3 PM 6 PM 9 PM
13
kmh
10
kmh
26
kmh
28
kmh
16
kmh
16
kmh
13
kmh
11
kmh
0.4m
0.4m
0.5m
0.5m
0.1m
0.5m
0.5m
0.2m
4.9s 4.7s 4.7s 5.5s 4.7s 4.8s 4.8s 5.2s
Fri 22nd November
12 AM 3 AM 6 AM 9 AM 12 PM 3 PM 6 PM 9 PM
11
kmh
12
kmh
14
kmh
6
kmh
13
kmh
10
kmh
6
kmh
25
kmh
0.2m
0.3m
0.2m
0.1m
0.6m
0.3m
0.3m
0.9m
14.1s 14.2s 6.0s 5.2s 4.7s 4.3s 6.0s 4.7s
Sat 23rd November
12 AM 3 AM 6 AM 9 AM 12 PM 3 PM 6 PM 9 PM
29
kmh
32
kmh
25
kmh
13
kmh
14
kmh
22
kmh
23
kmh
9
kmh
1.1m
1.0m
0.8m
0.4m
0.6m
0.6m
0.6m
0.4m
4.6s 4.4s 4.0s 4.1s 3.9s 11.0s 11.3s 14.7s
Sun 24th November
12 AM 3 AM 6 AM 9 AM 12 PM 3 PM 6 PM 9 PM
9
kmh
4
kmh
2
kmh
4
kmh
22
kmh
13
kmh
7
kmh
12
kmh
0.1m
0.1m
0.3m
0.1m
0.5m
0.7m
0.2m
0.3m
2.7s 2.6s 2.7s 2.9s 16.0s 15.5s 3.2s 3.5s
Mon 25th November
12 AM 3 AM 6 AM 9 AM 12 PM 3 PM 6 PM 9 PM
18
kmh
17
kmh
9
kmh
9
kmh
12
kmh
9
kmh
9
kmh
12
kmh
0.8m
0.7m
0.4m
0.1m
0.7m
0.5m
0.4m
0.4m
4.1s 4.1s 3.8s 3.7s 4.0s 4.4s 5.0s 5.0s
Tue 26th November
12 AM 3 AM 6 AM 9 AM 12 PM 3 PM 6 PM 9 PM
7
kmh
8
kmh
13
kmh
4
kmh
21
kmh
18
kmh
13
kmh
4
kmh
0.4m
0.3m
0.3m
0.5m
0.8m
0.6m
0.7m
0.3m
4.7s 4.6s 4.6s 4.6s 4.6s 4.3s 4.2s 5.9s
Wed 20th November
1:33 AM 7:42 AM 1:58 PM 8:02 PM
5.10 1.20 5.30 1.30
Thu 21st November
2:23 AM 8:28 AM 2:42 PM 8:57 PM
4.80 1.50 4.90 1.60
Fri 22nd November
3:17 AM 9:15 AM 3:32 PM 9:58 PM
4.50 1.70 4.60 1.80
Sat 23rd November
4:16 AM 10:07 AM 4:35 PM 11:06 PM
4.30 1.90 4.40 1.90
Sun 24th November
5:16 AM 11:10 AM 5:49 PM
4.20 2.00 4.30
Mon 25th November
12:15 AM 6:14 AM 12:25 PM 6:59 PM
2.00 4.20 2.00 4.30
Tue 26th November
1:16 AM 7:10 AM 1:32 PM 7:54 PM
1.90 4.30 1.90 4.50
Wed 20th November
17°
0.0mm
19kmh WSW
36%
Thu 21st November
16°
0.7mm
18kmh W
60%
Fri 22nd November
16°
0.0mm
13kmh N
16%
Sat 23rd November
16°
0.3mm
12kmh NE
38%
Sun 24th November
16°
0.2mm
14kmh N
65%
Mon 25th November
20°
0.1mm
10kmh NW
52%
Tue 26th November
22°
0.0mm
13kmh N
35%
Wed 27th November
23°
0.0mm
9kmh N
8%
Thu 28th November
22°
0.0mm
14kmh NNE
8%
Fri 29th November
18°
4.8mm
5kmh NNW
63%
Sat 30th November
18°
0.0mm
9kmh E
20%
Sun 1st December
19°
0.0mm
8kmh N
9%
Mon 2nd December
21°
0.0mm
9kmh N
12%
Tue 3rd December
22°
0.0mm
12kmh NNE
23%

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 5 days of very light rain with an average of 1.2mm rain on those days. Average cloud cover will be 32%.

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

Taking a Holiday at The Anchorage, Abel Tasman National Park, Nelson Tasman Region, South Island, New Zealand

Taking a holiday at the beach in The Anchorage, located in Abel Tasman National Park, Nelson Tasman Region, South Island, New Zealand, is a fantastic way to experience the beauty and serenity of this incredible destination. The pristine natural surroundings and diverse range of activities make this an ideal spot for beach aficionados and outdoor enthusiasts alike.

Beach Type

The Anchorage boasts a stunning golden sand beach that stretches along the picturesque coastline. The waters are crystal clear with vibrant shades of blue and turquoise, making it perfect for swimming and snorkeling. While the beach may not have powdery white sand or rocky outcrops ideal for snorkeling and diving, it is still home to an abundance of marine life that can be found near the shore.

Beach Activities

There are numerous beach activities to enjoy while visiting The Anchorage:

  1. Swimming: With calm waters, swimming is a popular activity for visitors to enjoy at this beach.
  2. Kayaking: Explore the coast and discover hidden coves by renting a kayak or joining a guided kayaking tour.
  3. Hiking: Abel Tasman National Park offers numerous hiking trails with stunning views of the coastline and surrounding forests.
  4. Boating: Embark on a scenic boat tour or water taxi to explore neighboring beaches and bays.
  5. Wildlife spotting: Keep an eye out for native birds like tui, bellbirds, and weka as well as seals sunbathing on nearby rocks.

Accommodations

While there are no hotels or resorts directly on The Anchorage beach, there are several options nearby:

  1. Awaroa Lodge: Located within Abel Tasman National Park, this eco-lodge offers comfortable accommodations surrounded by nature.
  2. Abel Tasman Lodge: Situated in Marahau, this lodge offers easy access to the park and nearby beaches.

Areas to Stay In

  1. Marahau: This small village serves as the gateway to Abel Tasman National Park and offers a range of accommodations, including lodges, holiday homes, and campgrounds.
  2. Kaiteriteri: A popular beach town with more accommodation options, restaurants, and activities. It's also a great place to rent kayaks or join boat tours.
  3. Motueka: A larger town with a range of accommodations from hotels to backpackers' hostels. It is an ideal base for exploring both Abel Tasman National Park and other attractions in the Nelson Tasman Region.

Beach Amenities

The Anchorage beach offers several amenities for visitors:

  • Public toilets
  • Freshwater taps for drinking water
  • Picnic tables and barbecue facilities
  • Overnight camping at The Anchorage Campsite (bookings required)
  • Water taxi services for transportation along the coast

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