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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Beach Weather Today in The Anchorage

Today the maximum temperature will be 19° which is warm and pleasant for sunbathing. Today the water temperature will be 20° which is comfortable for swimming though some may prefer warmer water.

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 on shore and moderate at 18kmh from the North. The moderate winds will keep the temperatures feeling cooler. The moderate onshore winds may make conditions a little more choppy for swimming.

The Anchorage faces North and sunset will be visible over the beach shoreline to the West at 08:32 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 19° which is not so warm but sunbathing may be possible. The average water temperature will be 20° which is comfortable for swimming though some may prefer warmer water.

There will be no rainy days at all this weekend. Expect plentiful sunshine and mostly clear blue skies with an average cloud cover of 11%.

THE ANCHORAGE - BEACH WEATHER FORECAST

Fri 14th February
12 AM 3 AM 6 AM 9 AM 12 PM 3 PM 6 PM 9 PM
13° 13° 12° 19° 22° 22° 21° 14°
24% 6% 5% 4% 5% 6% 5% 0%
0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm
20°
20°
20°
20°
20°
20°
20°
20°
Sat 15th February
12 AM 3 AM 6 AM 9 AM 12 PM 3 PM 6 PM 9 PM
14° 13° 12° 19° 21° 21° 20° 16°
2% 2% 1% 2% 0% 0% 0% 7%
0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm
20°
20°
20°
20°
20°
20°
20°
20°
Sun 16th February
12 AM 3 AM 6 AM 9 AM 12 PM 3 PM 6 PM 9 PM
15° 14° 14° 19° 21° 21° 20° 17°
18% 29% 29% 17% 23% 19% 22% 18%
0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm
20°
20°
20°
20°
20°
20°
20°
20°
Mon 17th February
12 AM 3 AM 6 AM 9 AM 12 PM 3 PM 6 PM 9 PM
16° 15° 16° 16° 18° 21° 20° 18°
27% 56% 100% 100% 100% 100% 97% 100%
0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.6mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.4mm
20°
20°
20°
20°
20°
20°
20°
20°
Tue 18th February
12 AM 3 AM 6 AM 9 AM 12 PM 3 PM 6 PM 9 PM
18° 18° 18° 19° 19° 20° 18° 15°
100% 100% 100% 100% 100% 82% 72% 75%
1.3mm 0.9mm 4.8mm 3.4mm 7.2mm 0.1mm 0.1mm 0.1mm
18°
18°
18°
18°
18°
18°
18°
18°
Wed 19th February
12 AM 3 AM 6 AM 9 AM 12 PM 3 PM 6 PM 9 PM
15° 14° 15° 19° 21° 23° 21° 13°
100% 94% 100% 92% 64% 51% 15% 0%
0.3mm 0.8mm 0.7mm 0.1mm 0.1mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm
18°
18°
18°
18°
18°
18°
18°
18°
Thu 20th February
12 AM 3 AM 6 AM 9 AM 12 PM 3 PM 6 PM 9 PM
11° 12° 13° 16° 18° 19° 18° 13°
3% 37% 83% 83% 85% 10% 10% 0%
0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.1mm 0.1mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm
20°
20°
20°
20°
20°
20°
20°
20°
Fri 14th February
12 AM 3 AM 6 AM 9 AM 12 PM 3 PM 6 PM 9 PM
10
kmh
4
kmh
8
kmh
5
kmh
9
kmh
18
kmh
13
kmh
10
kmh
0.3m
0.2m
0.2m
0.1m
0.4m
0.3m
0.1m
0.5m
2.7s 13.2s 13.0s 12.6s 12.2s 12.0s 11.6s 11.1s
Sat 15th February
12 AM 3 AM 6 AM 9 AM 12 PM 3 PM 6 PM 9 PM
10
kmh
11
kmh
5
kmh
5
kmh
11
kmh
20
kmh
15
kmh
8
kmh
0.4m
0.4m
0.1m
0.3m
0.2m
0.5m
0.4m
0.7m
10.8s 10.2s 10.1s 10.0s 4.1s 9.4s 3.9s 4.6s
Sun 16th February
12 AM 3 AM 6 AM 9 AM 12 PM 3 PM 6 PM 9 PM
14
kmh
10
kmh
10
kmh
5
kmh
12
kmh
17
kmh
8
kmh
2
kmh
0.2m
0.3m
0.2m
0.1m
0.7m
0.8m
0.6m
0.6m
4.7s 5.1s 5.3s 5.3s 5.4s 6.4s 6.5s 6.4s
Mon 17th February
12 AM 3 AM 6 AM 9 AM 12 PM 3 PM 6 PM 9 PM
11
kmh
13
kmh
10
kmh
14
kmh
18
kmh
15
kmh
17
kmh
11
kmh
0.5m
0.6m
0.5m
0.4m
0.3m
0.5m
0.5m
0.6m
6.1s 5.8s 5.4s 4.9s 4.0s 6.7s 6.6s 6.7s
Tue 18th February
12 AM 3 AM 6 AM 9 AM 12 PM 3 PM 6 PM 9 PM
27
kmh
33
kmh
41
kmh
31
kmh
29
kmh
34
kmh
34
kmh
26
kmh
1.1m
1.6m
1.8m
0.6m
1.2m
1.1m
1.3m
1.6m
7.0s 7.0s 12.0s 5.5s 5.5s 5.5s 5.5s 5.5s
Wed 19th February
12 AM 3 AM 6 AM 9 AM 12 PM 3 PM 6 PM 9 PM
31
kmh
36
kmh
29
kmh
9
kmh
18
kmh
15
kmh
13
kmh
13
kmh
1.6m
1.1m
0.8m
0.3m
0.5m
1.0m
0.6m
0.2m
5.5s 5.5s 15.0s 7.6s 7.7s 6.6s 7.2s 5.3s
Thu 20th February
12 AM 3 AM 6 AM 9 AM 12 PM 3 PM 6 PM 9 PM
13
kmh
13
kmh
15
kmh
10
kmh
9
kmh
19
kmh
13
kmh
8
kmh
0.9m
0.9m
0.3m
0.5m
0.4m
0.5m
0.4m
0.5m
6.8s 6.5s 6.2s 6.0s 5.8s 14.2s 5.3s 14.1s
Fri 14th February
5:53 AM 11:58 AM 6:01 PM
0.47 3.94 0.54
Sat 15th February
12:24 AM 6:23 AM 12:29 PM 6:33 PM
3.70 0.45 3.93 0.55
Sun 16th February
12:55 AM 6:53 AM 1:00 PM 7:04 PM
3.69 0.49 3.86 0.59
Mon 17th February
1:25 AM 7:23 AM 1:31 PM 7:36 PM
3.64 0.58 3.74 0.67
Tue 18th February
1:54 AM 7:54 AM 2:04 PM 8:10 PM
3.54 0.73 3.58 0.79
Wed 19th February
2:25 AM 8:28 AM 2:40 PM 8:46 PM
3.40 0.92 3.39 0.94
Thu 20th February
2:57 AM 9:08 AM 3:22 PM 9:26 PM
3.22 1.14 3.19 1.12
Fri 14th February
22°
0.0mm
9kmh N
6%
Sat 15th February
21°
0.0mm
8kmh N
1%
Sun 16th February
21°
0.0mm
10kmh N
21%
Mon 17th February
21°
1.0mm
6kmh SSW
85%
Tue 18th February
20°
17.9mm
22kmh NNE
91%
Wed 19th February
23°
2.0mm
9kmh NNE
64%
Thu 20th February
19°
0.2mm
8kmh NNE
38%
Fri 21st February
21°
1.1mm
12kmh N
42%
Sat 22nd February
17°
0.3mm
9kmh N
55%
Sun 23rd February
15°
1.8mm
13kmh NNE
93%
Mon 24th February
17°
0.4mm
10kmh N
71%
Tue 25th February
19°
0.1mm
10kmh NNE
63%
Wed 26th February
21°
0.0mm
11kmh N
22%
Thu 27th February
20°
0.0mm
10kmh N
63%

In the next 14 days average maximum daily temperatures will be 20° which is not so warm but sunbathing may be possible on some days. The average water temperature will be 19° which is comfortable for swimming though some may prefer warmer water. There will be 9 days of light rain with an average of 2.8mm rain on those days. Average cloud cover will be 51%.

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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