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

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18°
 
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Beach Weather Today in The Anchorage

Today the maximum temperature will be 13° which is a little too chilly for sunbathing. Today the water temperature will be 16° which is cool for swimming, shorty wetsuit may help you extend your time in the water.

Today will be dry with no rain showers. Expect plentiful sunshine and mostly clear blue skies with an average cloud cover of 23%.

The winds will be cross-off shore and light at 13kmh from the South West. The light winds will keep the temperatures feeling cooler.

The Anchorage faces North and sunset will be visible over the beach shoreline to the West at 05:41 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 13° which is too cold 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 no rainy days at all this weekend. Expect plentiful sunshine and mostly clear blue skies with an average cloud cover of 16%.

THE ANCHORAGE - BEACH WEATHER FORECAST

Mon 27th April
12 AM 3 AM 6 AM 9 AM 12 PM 3 PM 6 PM 9 PM
10° 13° 16° 16° 11°
9% 60% 29% 21% 23% 21% 17% 6%
0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm
16°
16°
16°
16°
16°
16°
16°
16°
Tue 28th April
12 AM 3 AM 6 AM 9 AM 12 PM 3 PM 6 PM 9 PM
13° 16° 16° 10°
2% 4% 2% 2% 12% 5% 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 29th April
12 AM 3 AM 6 AM 9 AM 12 PM 3 PM 6 PM 9 PM
13° 18° 19° 13° 10°
1% 3% 0% 0% 4% 16% 16% 3%
0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm
16°
16°
16°
16°
16°
16°
16°
16°
Thu 30th April
12 AM 3 AM 6 AM 9 AM 12 PM 3 PM 6 PM 9 PM
11° 15° 15° 11°
2% 15% 20% 58% 33% 20% 18% 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°
Fri 1st May
12 AM 3 AM 6 AM 9 AM 12 PM 3 PM 6 PM 9 PM
11° 14° 14°
0% 0% 0% 0% 0% 0% 2% 4%
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 2nd May
12 AM 3 AM 6 AM 9 AM 12 PM 3 PM 6 PM 9 PM
11° 15° 15°
1% 15% 100% 52% 33% 52% 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°
Sun 3rd May
12 AM 3 AM 6 AM 9 AM 12 PM 3 PM 6 PM 9 PM
11° 15° 15°
0% 0% 5% 0% 3% 6% 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°
Mon 27th April
12 AM 3 AM 6 AM 9 AM 12 PM 3 PM 6 PM 9 PM
11
kmh
13
kmh
13
kmh
8
kmh
4
kmh
10
kmh
12
kmh
7
kmh
0.4m
0.4m
0.4m
0.3m
0.1m
0.2m
0.3m
0.2m
3.6s 17.5s 16.6s 16.2s 15.5s 15.1s 14.5s 14.3s
Tue 28th April
12 AM 3 AM 6 AM 9 AM 12 PM 3 PM 6 PM 9 PM
14
kmh
10
kmh
12
kmh
10
kmh
6
kmh
10
kmh
4
kmh
8
kmh
0.4m
0.4m
0.3m
0.3m
0.1m
0.3m
0.2m
0.1m
13.7s 13.5s 13.4s 13.1s 12.8s 12.7s 12.5s 12.3s
Wed 29th April
12 AM 3 AM 6 AM 9 AM 12 PM 3 PM 6 PM 9 PM
10
kmh
10
kmh
9
kmh
8
kmh
3
kmh
15
kmh
18
kmh
16
kmh
0.3m
0.3m
0.3m
0.2m
0.1m
0.3m
0.7m
0.6m
3.9s 3.9s 3.7s 4.2s 5.7s 4.9s 18.5s 17.9s
Thu 30th April
12 AM 3 AM 6 AM 9 AM 12 PM 3 PM 6 PM 9 PM
21
kmh
10
kmh
10
kmh
12
kmh
3
kmh
4
kmh
5
kmh
4
kmh
0.5m
0.3m
0.5m
0.3m
0.1m
0.3m
0.3m
0.2m
4.3s 4.1s 5.0s 5.9s 5.4s 16.5s 4.9s 4.5s
Fri 1st May
12 AM 3 AM 6 AM 9 AM 12 PM 3 PM 6 PM 9 PM
9
kmh
9
kmh
8
kmh
5
kmh
5
kmh
12
kmh
8
kmh
7
kmh
0.2m
0.2m
0.2m
0.2m
0.2m
0.3m
0.3m
0.2m
4.2s 3.9s 4.1s 4.7s 4.4s 14.1s 14.1s 2.4s
Sat 2nd May
12 AM 3 AM 6 AM 9 AM 12 PM 3 PM 6 PM 9 PM
13
kmh
11
kmh
9
kmh
9
kmh
2
kmh
10
kmh
2
kmh
10
kmh
0.4m
0.4m
0.4m
0.3m
0.1m
0.4m
0.2m
0.2m
2.6s 2.7s 2.9s 3.0s 16.3s 16.2s 3.8s 3.8s
Sun 3rd May
12 AM 3 AM 6 AM 9 AM 12 PM 3 PM 6 PM 9 PM
10
kmh
10
kmh
8
kmh
10
kmh
4
kmh
9
kmh
2
kmh
12
kmh
0.4m
0.4m
0.4m
0.4m
0.1m
0.4m
0.3m
0.1m
3.7s 15.2s 14.9s 14.6s 14.5s 14.3s 14.2s 13.9s
Mon 27th April
12:09 AM 6:26 AM 12:43 PM 7:01 PM
1.16 3.26 1.01 3.23
Tue 28th April
1:12 AM 7:21 AM 1:32 PM 7:54 PM
1.01 3.41 0.88 3.38
Wed 29th April
2:01 AM 8:05 AM 2:15 PM 8:39 PM
0.84 3.55 0.77 3.53
Thu 30th April
2:42 AM 8:44 AM 2:53 PM 9:19 PM
0.69 3.64 0.69 3.65
Fri 1st May
3:18 AM 9:20 AM 3:29 PM 9:54 PM
0.59 3.69 0.65 3.72
Sat 2nd May
3:51 AM 9:54 AM 4:03 PM 10:28 PM
0.55 3.69 0.63 3.75
Sun 3rd May
4:23 AM 10:29 AM 4:37 PM 11:00 PM
0.56 3.64 0.65 3.73
Mon 27th April
16°
0.0mm
5kmh NNE
23%
Tue 28th April
16°
0.0mm
5kmh NNW
3%
Wed 29th April
19°
0.0mm
11kmh WSW
5%
Thu 30th April
15°
0.0mm
3kmh NE
20%
Fri 1st May
15°
0.0mm
5kmh NNW
0%
Sat 2nd May
15°
0.0mm
4kmh NW
31%
Sun 3rd May
15°
0.0mm
5kmh NNW
1%
Mon 4th May
15°
0.0mm
5kmh NNW
9%
Tue 5th May
16°
0.1mm
5kmh N
71%
Wed 6th May
15°
3.4mm
27kmh N
98%
Thu 7th May
16°
8.1mm
10kmh NE
86%
Fri 8th May
14°
24.2mm
9kmh ENE
100%
Sat 9th May
13°
17.7mm
7kmh SSE
99%
Sun 10th May
16°
2.5mm
3kmh SW
82%

In the next 14 days 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 6 days of moderate rain with an average of 9.3mm rain on those days. Average cloud cover will be 45%.

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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