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

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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 18° which is cool for swimming, shorty wetsuit may help you extend your time in the water.

Today will have 0.3mm of very light rain. Expect sunny spells but some cloudy periods with an average cloud cover of 64%.

The winds will be on shore and light at 14kmh from the North-Northeast. 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 07:50 PM. Unfortunately there are chances that 75% cloud cover 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 have 0.3mm of rain and Sunday will be dry. Expect lots of sunshine and clear skies with an average cloud cover of 36%.

THE ANCHORAGE - BEACH WEATHER FORECAST

Sat 14th March
12 AM 3 AM 6 AM 9 AM 12 PM 3 PM 6 PM 9 PM
15° 13° 14° 15° 16° 16° 16° 15°
40% 24% 54% 80% 86% 62% 75% 96%
0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.1mm 0.2mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm
18°
18°
18°
18°
18°
18°
18°
18°
Sun 15th March
12 AM 3 AM 6 AM 9 AM 12 PM 3 PM 6 PM 9 PM
13° 10° 13° 19° 19° 18° 12°
37% 15% 0% 0% 0% 8% 7% 6%
0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm
18°
18°
18°
18°
18°
18°
18°
18°
Mon 16th March
12 AM 3 AM 6 AM 9 AM 12 PM 3 PM 6 PM 9 PM
10° 13° 20° 21° 18° 12°
2% 17% 2% 4% 10% 7% 10% 11%
0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm
18°
18°
18°
18°
18°
18°
18°
18°
Tue 17th March
12 AM 3 AM 6 AM 9 AM 12 PM 3 PM 6 PM 9 PM
10° 14° 20° 19° 18° 12°
4% 4% 7% 11% 28% 11% 12% 13%
0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm
18°
18°
18°
18°
18°
18°
18°
18°
Wed 18th March
12 AM 3 AM 6 AM 9 AM 12 PM 3 PM 6 PM 9 PM
11° 11° 10° 15° 19° 20° 19° 16°
5% 12% 13% 6% 4% 6% 56% 84%
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 19th March
12 AM 3 AM 6 AM 9 AM 12 PM 3 PM 6 PM 9 PM
15° 14° 14° 15° 17° 19° 18° 15°
82% 65% 85% 75% 76% 79% 80% 63%
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 20th March
12 AM 3 AM 6 AM 9 AM 12 PM 3 PM 6 PM 9 PM
13° 12° 12° 15° 17° 17° 16° 15°
73% 74% 45% 65% 80% 88% 98% 99%
0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.1mm 0.3mm 0.4mm 0.4mm
18°
18°
18°
18°
18°
18°
18°
18°
Sat 14th March
12 AM 3 AM 6 AM 9 AM 12 PM 3 PM 6 PM 9 PM
10
kmh
5
kmh
8
kmh
11
kmh
7
kmh
14
kmh
10
kmh
10
kmh
0.3m
0.2m
0.2m
0.6m
0.3m
0.6m
0.7m
0.4m
5.3s 4.9s 4.9s 8.8s 8.6s 8.5s 4.0s 8.4s
Sun 15th March
12 AM 3 AM 6 AM 9 AM 12 PM 3 PM 6 PM 9 PM
12
kmh
12
kmh
15
kmh
12
kmh
14
kmh
22
kmh
9
kmh
3
kmh
0.4m
0.5m
0.4m
0.3m
0.2m
1.2m
0.4m
0.3m
8.3s 11.0s 10.9s 11.0s 13.2s 13.0s 11.9s 2.8s
Mon 16th March
12 AM 3 AM 6 AM 9 AM 12 PM 3 PM 6 PM 9 PM
12
kmh
15
kmh
17
kmh
14
kmh
13
kmh
23
kmh
17
kmh
10
kmh
0.2m
0.4m
0.5m
0.4m
0.2m
0.7m
0.4m
0.1m
13.5s 17.6s 17.6s 17.4s 17.1s 16.9s 16.7s 3.3s
Tue 17th March
12 AM 3 AM 6 AM 9 AM 12 PM 3 PM 6 PM 9 PM
14
kmh
13
kmh
14
kmh
8
kmh
15
kmh
12
kmh
3
kmh
9
kmh
0.3m
0.5m
0.5m
0.4m
0.5m
0.5m
0.4m
0.2m
4.2s 4.1s 3.9s 3.8s 15.3s 15.1s 3.2s 3.5s
Wed 18th March
12 AM 3 AM 6 AM 9 AM 12 PM 3 PM 6 PM 9 PM
9
kmh
6
kmh
8
kmh
6
kmh
14
kmh
12
kmh
10
kmh
8
kmh
0.3m
0.3m
0.2m
0.2m
0.1m
0.4m
0.1m
0.2m
3.4s 14.4s 14.3s 14.1s 3.2s 16.9s 4.8s 4.9s
Thu 19th March
12 AM 3 AM 6 AM 9 AM 12 PM 3 PM 6 PM 9 PM
18
kmh
5
kmh
3
kmh
2
kmh
4
kmh
16
kmh
17
kmh
12
kmh
0.6m
0.3m
0.1m
0.2m
0.1m
0.3m
0.2m
0.1m
4.4s 3.8s 3.5s 4.0s 4.0s 3.5s 3.4s 3.3s
Fri 20th March
12 AM 3 AM 6 AM 9 AM 12 PM 3 PM 6 PM 9 PM
6
kmh
10
kmh
8
kmh
7
kmh
16
kmh
19
kmh
13
kmh
13
kmh
0.3m
0.1m
0.2m
0.1m
0.1m
0.4m
0.4m
0.3m
3.3s 3.0s 3.5s 3.9s 4.2s 4.5s 15.8s 4.8s
Sat 14th March
12:02 AM 7:15 AM 1:25 PM 7:18 PM
1.55 2.78 1.42 2.84
Sun 15th March
1:39 AM 8:25 AM 2:22 PM 8:24 PM
1.46 3.01 1.20 3.03
Mon 16th March
2:46 AM 9:12 AM 3:08 PM 9:17 PM
1.23 3.29 0.94 3.28
Tue 17th March
3:32 AM 9:50 AM 3:48 PM 10:02 PM
0.94 3.56 0.69 3.54
Wed 18th March
4:11 AM 10:26 AM 4:26 PM 10:42 PM
0.67 3.81 0.46 3.78
Thu 19th March
4:47 AM 11:01 AM 5:04 PM 11:20 PM
0.43 4.00 0.29 3.97
Fri 20th March
5:22 AM 11:36 AM 5:43 PM 11:58 PM
0.26 4.10 0.20 4.08
Sat 14th March
17°
0.3mm
6kmh E
64%
Sun 15th March
20°
0.0mm
7kmh NW
9%
Mon 16th March
21°
0.0mm
10kmh WSW
7%
Tue 17th March
20°
0.0mm
8kmh NW
11%
Wed 18th March
20°
0.0mm
8kmh NNW
23%
Thu 19th March
20°
0.0mm
3kmh ENE
75%
Fri 20th March
17°
1.2mm
5kmh ESE
77%
Sat 21st March
16°
0.2mm
6kmh E
56%
Sun 22nd March
16°
0.0mm
5kmh WNW
18%
Mon 23rd March
17°
0.0mm
6kmh WNW
6%
Tue 24th March
17°
0.0mm
4kmh NNE
39%
Wed 25th March
16°
3.0mm
15kmh NNE
100%
Thu 26th March
18°
2.8mm
22kmh N
100%
Fri 27th March
18°
0.0mm
8kmh NNE
77%

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 17° which is cool for swimming, shorty wetsuit may help you extend your time in the water. There will be 5 days of very light rain with an average of 1.5mm rain on those days. Average cloud cover will be 47%.

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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