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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12°
 
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12°
 
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13°
 
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14°
 
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14°
 
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17°
 

Beach Weather Today in The Anchorage

Today the maximum temperature will be 13° which is too cold 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 have 6.0mm of moderate rain. Expect overcast skies and very little possibility of sunshine with an average cloud cover of 80%.

The winds will be cross-off shore and moderate at 23kmh from the South East. The moderate winds will make the temperatures feel colder.

The Anchorage faces North and sunset will be visible over the beach shoreline to the West at 05:07 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 14° which is cold for swimming, a full wet suit is required to spend any length of time in the sea.

There will be no rainy days at all this weekend. Expect lots of sunshine and clear skies with an average cloud cover of 37%.

THE ANCHORAGE - BEACH WEATHER FORECAST

Thu 25th June
12 AM 3 AM 6 AM 9 AM 12 PM 3 PM 6 PM 9 PM
11° 11° 11°
100% 88% 94% 100% 100% 77% 14% 74%
0.1mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.9mm 4.7mm 0.3mm 0.0mm 0.0mm
14°
14°
14°
14°
14°
14°
14°
14°
Fri 26th June
12 AM 3 AM 6 AM 9 AM 12 PM 3 PM 6 PM 9 PM
90% 73% 71% 22% 48% 77% 72% 61%
0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm
14°
14°
14°
14°
14°
14°
14°
14°
Sat 27th June
12 AM 3 AM 6 AM 9 AM 12 PM 3 PM 6 PM 9 PM
14° 14°
88% 41% 51% 46% 44% 50% 38% 52%
0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm
14°
14°
14°
14°
14°
14°
14°
14°
Sun 28th June
12 AM 3 AM 6 AM 9 AM 12 PM 3 PM 6 PM 9 PM
12° 12°
54% 57% 21% 17% 20% 6% 5% 3%
0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm
14°
14°
14°
14°
14°
14°
14°
14°
Mon 29th June
12 AM 3 AM 6 AM 9 AM 12 PM 3 PM 6 PM 9 PM
12° 12°
4% 6% 10% 12% 8% 11% 28% 23%
0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm
14°
14°
14°
14°
14°
14°
14°
14°
Tue 30th June
12 AM 3 AM 6 AM 9 AM 12 PM 3 PM 6 PM 9 PM
10° 10°
21% 10% 14% 13% 13% 32% 70% 74%
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 1st July
12 AM 3 AM 6 AM 9 AM 12 PM 3 PM 6 PM 9 PM
10° 10°
66% 46% 60% 59% 37% 35% 54% 36%
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 25th June
12 AM 3 AM 6 AM 9 AM 12 PM 3 PM 6 PM 9 PM
14
kmh
14
kmh
8
kmh
1
kmh
23
kmh
22
kmh
16
kmh
21
kmh
0.4m
1.5m
0.9m
0.3m
0.4m
0.7m
0.5m
0.6m
8.5s 8.6s 8.8s 8.5s 5.7s 8.2s 13.4s 13.4s
Fri 26th June
12 AM 3 AM 6 AM 9 AM 12 PM 3 PM 6 PM 9 PM
32
kmh
31
kmh
34
kmh
35
kmh
34
kmh
34
kmh
40
kmh
36
kmh
1.0m
1.0m
1.0m
1.2m
1.2m
1.2m
1.0m
1.2m
13.5s 13.3s 13.3s 13.2s 13.2s 13.4s 13.5s 13.7s
Sat 27th June
12 AM 3 AM 6 AM 9 AM 12 PM 3 PM 6 PM 9 PM
36
kmh
27
kmh
19
kmh
17
kmh
15
kmh
5
kmh
4
kmh
10
kmh
1.0m
0.4m
0.4m
0.4m
0.2m
0.1m
0.1m
0.1m
13.8s 14.1s 4.9s 4.8s 4.4s 4.8s 4.8s 4.1s
Sun 28th June
12 AM 3 AM 6 AM 9 AM 12 PM 3 PM 6 PM 9 PM
7
kmh
8
kmh
9
kmh
10
kmh
6
kmh
3
kmh
4
kmh
7
kmh
0.2m
0.3m
0.1m
0.1m
0.1m
0.1m
0.1m
0.2m
4.4s 4.4s 4.1s 4.0s 3.9s 3.9s 15.1s 14.8s
Mon 29th June
12 AM 3 AM 6 AM 9 AM 12 PM 3 PM 6 PM 9 PM
12
kmh
13
kmh
15
kmh
15
kmh
10
kmh
4
kmh
4
kmh
6
kmh
0.3m
0.4m
0.3m
0.3m
0.2m
0.1m
0.2m
0.3m
3.7s 4.1s 4.1s 4.2s 4.4s 4.6s 4.8s 5.2s
Tue 30th June
12 AM 3 AM 6 AM 9 AM 12 PM 3 PM 6 PM 9 PM
12
kmh
13
kmh
12
kmh
12
kmh
8
kmh
1
kmh
1
kmh
5
kmh
0.4m
0.4m
0.4m
0.4m
0.2m
0.1m
0.2m
0.2m
5.2s 5.1s 4.3s 4.1s 4.1s 4.1s 4.6s 4.7s
Wed 1st July
12 AM 3 AM 6 AM 9 AM 12 PM 3 PM 6 PM 9 PM
8
kmh
10
kmh
9
kmh
8
kmh
2
kmh
4
kmh
4
kmh
4
kmh
0.3m
0.6m
0.7m
0.7m
0.5m
0.2m
0.2m
0.5m
4.8s 3.9s 3.7s 3.7s 3.6s 3.5s 3.4s 3.3s
Thu 25th June
5:27 AM 11:35 AM 6:01 PM
3.22 1.26 3.22
Fri 26th June
12:09 AM 6:28 AM 12:37 PM 7:00 PM
1.31 3.22 1.27 3.28
Sat 27th June
1:11 AM 7:24 AM 1:35 PM 7:53 PM
1.27 3.27 1.21 3.37
Sun 28th June
2:07 AM 8:15 AM 2:28 PM 8:41 PM
1.19 3.35 1.12 3.47
Mon 29th June
2:57 AM 9:02 AM 3:15 PM 9:26 PM
1.09 3.43 1.03 3.56
Tue 30th June
3:42 AM 9:46 AM 3:58 PM 10:07 PM
0.99 3.51 0.95 3.63
Wed 1st July
4:24 AM 10:27 AM 4:39 PM 10:47 PM
0.92 3.56 0.89 3.68
Thu 25th June
11°
6.0mm
12kmh SSE
80%
Fri 26th June
0.0mm
14kmh SSW
64%
Sat 27th June
14°
0.0mm
5kmh SSW
51%
Sun 28th June
12°
0.0mm
2kmh E
22%
Mon 29th June
12°
0.0mm
3kmh SW
12%
Tue 30th June
10°
0.0mm
1kmh W
30%
Wed 1st July
10°
0.0mm
3kmh NW
49%
Thu 2nd July
10°
0.0mm
3kmh NW
20%
Fri 3rd July
11°
0.0mm
3kmh W
41%
Sat 4th July
13°
2.1mm
3kmh N
76%
Sun 5th July
14°
2.7mm
4kmh N
66%
Mon 6th July
13°
0.2mm
4kmh N
70%
Tue 7th July
13°
0.5mm
6kmh SSW
45%
Wed 8th July
12°
0.0mm
4kmh SSW
3%

In the next 14 days average maximum daily temperatures will be 12° which is too cold for sunbathing. The average 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. There will be 5 days of light rain with an average of 2.3mm 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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