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

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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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Beach Weather Today in The Anchorage

Today the maximum temperature will be 17° which is a little too chilly for sunbathing. Today the water temperature will be 19° which is comfortable for swimming though some may prefer warmer water.

Today will have 20.2mm of rain. Expect overcast skies and very little possibility of sunshine with an average cloud cover of 100%.

The winds will be on shore and strong at 32kmh from the North. The strong winds will keep the temperatures feeling cooler. The strong onshore winds may make conditions rougher for swimming.

The Anchorage faces North and sunset will be visible over the beach shoreline to the West at 07:17 PM. Unfortunately very heavy cloud cover of 100% 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 The Anchorage

This weekend the average maximum daily temperatures will be 17° which is a little too chilly for sunbathing. The average water temperature will be 18° which is cool for swimming, shorty wetsuit may help you extend your time in the water.

There will be 1 day of very light rain. Saturday will be dry and Sunday will have 0.4mm of rain. Expect sunshine and sunny skies with an average cloud cover of 48%.

THE ANCHORAGE - BEACH WEATHER FORECAST

Thu 3rd April
12 AM 3 AM 6 AM 9 AM 12 PM 3 PM 6 PM 9 PM
13° 13° 12° 14° 15° 15° 15° 16°
100% 100% 100% 100% 100% 100% 100% 100%
2.8mm 0.8mm 1.0mm 1.6mm 0.9mm 3.1mm 6.5mm 3.5mm
19°
19°
19°
19°
19°
19°
19°
19°
Fri 4th April
12 AM 3 AM 6 AM 9 AM 12 PM 3 PM 6 PM 9 PM
16° 16° 17° 17° 17° 21° 17° 12°
100% 100% 100% 100% 100% 87% 7% 8%
4.8mm 1.8mm 1.0mm 0.6mm 0.1mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm
17°
17°
17°
17°
17°
17°
17°
17°
Sat 5th April
12 AM 3 AM 6 AM 9 AM 12 PM 3 PM 6 PM 9 PM
12° 12° 10° 17° 20° 20° 15° 10°
38% 20% 81% 6% 6% 7% 97% 100%
0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm
17°
17°
17°
17°
17°
17°
17°
17°
Sun 6th April
12 AM 3 AM 6 AM 9 AM 12 PM 3 PM 6 PM 9 PM
10° 14° 16° 15° 12° 10°
100% 14% 30% 54% 60% 85% 51% 33%
0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.1mm 0.2mm 0.1mm 0.0mm
19°
19°
19°
19°
19°
19°
19°
19°
Mon 7th April
12 AM 3 AM 6 AM 9 AM 12 PM 3 PM 6 PM 9 PM
13° 18° 17° 12°
8% 8% 8% 5% 13% 23% 7% 78%
0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm
19°
19°
19°
19°
19°
19°
19°
19°
Tue 8th April
12 AM 3 AM 6 AM 9 AM 12 PM 3 PM 6 PM 9 PM
10° 10° 10° 13° 12° 13° 11°
53% 90% 95% 67% 85% 24% 57% 27%
0.0mm 0.3mm 0.5mm 0.8mm 0.2mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm
19°
19°
19°
19°
19°
19°
19°
19°
Wed 9th April
12 AM 3 AM 6 AM 9 AM 12 PM 3 PM 6 PM 9 PM
12° 14° 14° 11° 10°
10% 44% 30% 55% 82% 13% 46% 70%
0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm
19°
19°
19°
19°
19°
19°
19°
19°
Thu 3rd April
12 AM 3 AM 6 AM 9 AM 12 PM 3 PM 6 PM 9 PM
12
kmh
30
kmh
26
kmh
23
kmh
19
kmh
27
kmh
31
kmh
32
kmh
1.3m
1.7m
1.1m
1.1m
1.1m
0.9m
0.9m
1.6m
10.1s 10.1s 10.1s 10.1s 10.1s 10.1s 10.1s 10.1s
Fri 4th April
12 AM 3 AM 6 AM 9 AM 12 PM 3 PM 6 PM 9 PM
43
kmh
38
kmh
38
kmh
38
kmh
17
kmh
6
kmh
8
kmh
13
kmh
1.8m
1.5m
1.2m
0.7m
0.1m
0.1m
0.3m
0.4m
10.1s 10.1s 10.1s 10.1s 9.5s 9.4s 9.7s 9.8s
Sat 5th April
12 AM 3 AM 6 AM 9 AM 12 PM 3 PM 6 PM 9 PM
9
kmh
7
kmh
8
kmh
5
kmh
6
kmh
9
kmh
4
kmh
19
kmh
0.4m
1.3m
1.2m
0.5m
0.2m
0.2m
0.4m
0.8m
9.4s 9.1s 9.0s 8.9s 8.5s 8.3s 8.3s 8.2s
Sun 6th April
12 AM 3 AM 6 AM 9 AM 12 PM 3 PM 6 PM 9 PM
9
kmh
8
kmh
3
kmh
6
kmh
5
kmh
5
kmh
6
kmh
10
kmh
0.6m
0.4m
0.3m
0.2m
0.6m
0.3m
0.5m
0.7m
8.2s 8.0s 4.0s 4.8s 7.4s 7.3s 4.6s 4.6s
Mon 7th April
12 AM 3 AM 6 AM 9 AM 12 PM 3 PM 6 PM 9 PM
15
kmh
10
kmh
11
kmh
14
kmh
9
kmh
13
kmh
10
kmh
17
kmh
0.6m
0.6m
0.6m
0.3m
0.3m
0.3m
0.2m
0.5m
4.6s 4.5s 6.8s 6.8s 6.7s 4.5s 6.0s 5.0s
Tue 8th April
12 AM 3 AM 6 AM 9 AM 12 PM 3 PM 6 PM 9 PM
20
kmh
40
kmh
30
kmh
44
kmh
40
kmh
28
kmh
17
kmh
15
kmh
0.4m
0.3m
0.4m
0.3m
0.2m
0.7m
0.6m
0.3m
4.2s 16.4s 4.2s 4.9s 4.5s 15.6s 15.3s 3.5s
Wed 9th April
12 AM 3 AM 6 AM 9 AM 12 PM 3 PM 6 PM 9 PM
17
kmh
10
kmh
4
kmh
9
kmh
10
kmh
14
kmh
11
kmh
8
kmh
0.2m
0.2m
0.3m
0.4m
0.2m
0.2m
0.2m
0.9m
3.3s 3.1s 3.1s 15.9s 6.4s 6.4s 7.8s 8.3s
Thu 3rd April
1:46 AM 7:48 AM 2:14 PM 8:23 PM
3.90 0.55 3.61 0.66
Fri 4th April
2:31 AM 8:38 AM 3:10 PM 9:14 PM
3.62 0.88 3.31 0.95
Sat 5th April
3:23 AM 9:43 AM 4:16 PM 10:16 PM
3.31 1.18 3.06 1.22
Sun 6th April
3:34 AM 10:15 AM 4:35 PM 10:38 PM
3.05 1.36 2.91 1.38
Mon 7th April
5:10 AM 11:47 AM 5:56 PM
2.96 1.33 2.92
Tue 8th April
12:09 AM 6:34 AM 12:53 PM 7:06 PM
1.35 3.07 1.20 3.04
Wed 9th April
1:19 AM 7:32 AM 1:42 PM 8:00 PM
1.19 3.26 1.03 3.22
Thu 3rd April
16°
20.2mm
12kmh ENE
100%
Fri 4th April
21°
8.3mm
5kmh NNW
75%
Sat 5th April
20°
0.0mm
6kmh WNW
44%
Sun 6th April
16°
0.4mm
7kmh NE
53%
Mon 7th April
18°
0.0mm
7kmh NW
18%
Tue 8th April
13°
1.8mm
27kmh WSW
62%
Wed 9th April
14°
0.0mm
8kmh N
43%
Thu 10th April
16°
0.0mm
4kmh N
11%
Fri 11th April
16°
0.0mm
6kmh NNW
8%
Sat 12th April
16°
0.0mm
6kmh NNW
5%
Sun 13th April
18°
0.0mm
6kmh NNW
21%
Mon 14th April
18°
0.1mm
6kmh NNE
52%
Tue 15th April
15°
4.4mm
4kmh ENE
88%
Wed 16th April
17°
5.5mm
10kmh SSW
63%

In the next 14 days average maximum daily temperatures will be 17° which is a little too chilly for sunbathing. The average water temperature will be 18° which is cool for swimming, shorty wetsuit may help you extend your time in the water. There will be 7 days of moderate rain with an average of 5.8mm rain on those days. Average cloud cover will be 46%.

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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