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Beach Weather Today in Golden Sand Beach

Today the maximum temperature will be 15° which is a little too chilly for sunbathing. Today the water temperature will be 15° which is cold for swimming, a full wet suit is required to spend any length of time in the sea.

Today will be dry with no rain showers. Expect lots of sunshine and clear skies with an average cloud cover of 33%.

The winds will be on shore and moderate at 24kmh from the East. The moderate winds will make the temperatures feel colder. The moderate onshore winds may make conditions a little more choppy for swimming.

Golden Sand Beach faces East and sunset will be over the land behind the beach at 08:35 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 Golden Sand Beach

This weekend the average maximum daily temperatures will be 15° which is a little too chilly for sunbathing. The average water temperature will be 15° which is cold for swimming, a full wet suit is required to spend any length of time in the sea.

There will be 1 day of very light rain. Saturday will be dry and Sunday will have 0.1mm of rain. Expect lots of sunshine and clear skies with an average cloud cover of 37%.

GOLDEN SAND BEACH - BEACH WEATHER FORECAST

05:55 AM 08:35 PM

02:13 AM

12:42 PM

Sat 23rd November

12 AM	3 AM	6 AM	9 AM	12 PM	3 PM	6 PM	9 PM

13°	13°	13°	13°	14°	14°	15°	14°
0%	9%	34%	32%	12%	85%	28%	69%
0.0mm	0.0mm	0.0mm	0.0mm	0.0mm	0.0mm	0.0mm	0.0mm
15°	15°	15°	15°	15°	15°	15°	15°

05:55 AM 08:36 PM

02:35 AM

01:44 PM

Sun 24th November

12 AM	3 AM	6 AM	9 AM	12 PM	3 PM	6 PM	9 PM

13°	13°	13°	13°	13°	14°	14°	14°
43%	77%	74%	51%	0%	3%	68%	20%
0.0mm	0.0mm	0.1mm	0.0mm	0.0mm	0.0mm	0.0mm	0.0mm
15°	15°	15°	15°	15°	15°	15°	15°

05:54 AM 08:37 PM

02:55 AM

02:44 PM

Mon 25th November

12 AM	3 AM	6 AM	9 AM	12 PM	3 PM	6 PM	9 PM

14°	13°	14°	14°	15°	15°	16°	16°
12%	2%	4%	6%	100%	100%	17%	4%
0.0mm	0.0mm	0.0mm	0.0mm	0.0mm	0.0mm	0.0mm	0.0mm
13°	13°	13°	13°	13°	13°	13°	13°

05:54 AM 08:38 PM

03:14 AM

03:44 PM

Tue 26th November

12 AM	3 AM	6 AM	9 AM	12 PM	3 PM	6 PM	9 PM

16°	15°	15°	16°	16°	16°	16°	16°
0%	0%	0%	0%	3%	5%	6%	8%
0.0mm	0.0mm	0.0mm	0.0mm	0.0mm	0.0mm	0.0mm	0.0mm
13°	13°	13°	13°	13°	13°	13°	13°

05:53 AM 08:39 PM

03:33 AM

04:44 PM

Wed 27th November

12 AM	3 AM	6 AM	9 AM	12 PM	3 PM	6 PM	9 PM

16°	15°	15°	16°	16°	17°	16°	16°
36%	32%	4%	3%	18%	45%	6%	8%
0.0mm	0.0mm	0.0mm	0.0mm	0.0mm	0.0mm	0.0mm	0.0mm
13°	13°	13°	13°	13°	13°	13°	13°

05:53 AM 08:40 PM

03:52 AM

05:46 PM

Thu 28th November

12 AM	3 AM	6 AM	9 AM	12 PM	3 PM	6 PM	9 PM

15°	15°	15°	16°	16°	16°	16°	15°
5%	2%	4%	14%	76%	73%	27%	2%
0.0mm	0.0mm	0.0mm	0.0mm	0.0mm	0.1mm	0.0mm	0.0mm
13°	13°	13°	13°	13°	13°	13°	13°

05:52 AM 08:42 PM

04:14 AM

06:49 PM

Fri 29th November

12 AM	3 AM	6 AM	9 AM	12 PM	3 PM	6 PM	9 PM

14°	12°	12°	13°	13°	13°	13°	14°
0%	56%	10%	80%	30%	21%	73%	24%
0.0mm	0.9mm	0.0mm	0.0mm	0.0mm	0.0mm	0.0mm	0.0mm
15°	15°	15°	15°	15°	15°	15°	15°

05:55 AM 08:35 PM

02:13 AM

12:42 PM

Sat 23rd November

12 AM	3 AM	6 AM	9 AM	12 PM	3 PM	6 PM	9 PM
17 kmh	7 kmh	8 kmh	4 kmh	20 kmh	21 kmh	24 kmh	17 kmh

0.5m	0.2m	0.1m	0.2m	0.4m	0.4m	0.6m	0.3m

4.6s	5.0s	4.5s	4.8s	5.0s	5.0s	5.4s	4.5s

05:55 AM 08:36 PM

02:35 AM

01:44 PM

Sun 24th November

12 AM	3 AM	6 AM	9 AM	12 PM	3 PM	6 PM	9 PM
6 kmh	5 kmh	6 kmh	13 kmh	23 kmh	16 kmh	4 kmh	8 kmh

0.1m	0.1m	0.1m	0.2m	0.8m	0.9m	0.5m	0.3m

3.8s	4.2s	4.1s	3.7s	3.4s	3.2s	14.6s	4.2s

05:54 AM 08:37 PM

02:55 AM

02:44 PM

Mon 25th November

12 AM	3 AM	6 AM	9 AM	12 PM	3 PM	6 PM	9 PM
6 kmh	6 kmh	3 kmh	6 kmh	13 kmh	6 kmh	4 kmh	12 kmh

0.2m	0.1m	0.1m	0.1m	0.4m	0.4m	0.8m	0.8m

4.2s	4.3s	4.5s	4.5s	12.1s	6.3s	12.1s	6.8s

05:54 AM 08:38 PM

03:14 AM

03:44 PM

Tue 26th November

12 AM	3 AM	6 AM	9 AM	12 PM	3 PM	6 PM	9 PM
9 kmh	2 kmh	1 kmh	10 kmh	13 kmh	11 kmh	17 kmh	9 kmh

0.7m	0.8m	0.8m	0.4m	0.2m	0.3m	0.2m	0.1m

4.3s	4.2s	11.7s	4.2s	4.7s	4.7s	4.2s	4.5s

05:53 AM 08:39 PM

03:33 AM

04:44 PM

Wed 27th November

12 AM	3 AM	6 AM	9 AM	12 PM	3 PM	6 PM	9 PM
7 kmh	6 kmh	4 kmh	6 kmh	7 kmh	29 kmh	23 kmh	15 kmh

0.1m	0.2m	0.4m	0.4m	0.8m	1.0m	0.8m	0.7m

4.5s	4.5s	4.9s	13.5s	10.6s	13.2s	10.7s	5.1s

05:53 AM 08:40 PM

03:52 AM

05:46 PM

Thu 28th November

12 AM	3 AM	6 AM	9 AM	12 PM	3 PM	6 PM	9 PM
10 kmh	8 kmh	7 kmh	24 kmh	40 kmh	35 kmh	26 kmh	22 kmh

0.4m	0.4m	0.6m	0.8m	1.4m	1.6m	1.5m	1.4m

5.3s	4.1s	4.2s	11.9s	12.0s	12.0s	12.1s	12.1s

05:52 AM 08:42 PM

04:14 AM

06:49 PM

Fri 29th November

12 AM	3 AM	6 AM	9 AM	12 PM	3 PM	6 PM	9 PM
18 kmh	4 kmh	9 kmh	7 kmh	14 kmh	24 kmh	29 kmh	25 kmh

1.3m	0.7m	0.4m	0.3m	0.6m	0.6m	0.6m	0.7m

12.2s	7.1s	7.3s	7.3s	6.8s	4.8s	5.3s	5.3s

05:55 AM 08:35 PM

02:13 AM

12:42 PM

Sat 23rd November

4:53 AM	8:32 AM	5:12 PM	9:31 PM

3.30	1.50	3.30	1.50

05:55 AM 08:36 PM

02:35 AM

01:44 PM

Sun 24th November

5:53 AM	9:35 AM	6:26 PM	10:40 PM

3.20	1.50	3.30	1.50

05:54 AM 08:37 PM

02:55 AM

02:44 PM

Mon 25th November

6:51 AM	10:50 AM	7:36 PM	11:41 PM

3.20	1.50	3.30	1.50

05:54 AM 08:38 PM

03:14 AM

03:44 PM

Tue 26th November

7:47 AM	11:57 AM	8:31 PM

3.30	1.40	3.40

05:53 AM 08:39 PM

03:33 AM

04:44 PM

Wed 27th November

12:31 AM	8:43 AM	12:49 PM	9:16 PM

1.40	3.30	1.30	3.50

05:53 AM 08:40 PM

03:52 AM

05:46 PM

Thu 28th November

1:13 AM	9:36 AM	1:31 PM	9:55 PM

1.30	3.50	1.20	3.60

05:52 AM 08:42 PM

04:14 AM

06:49 PM

Fri 29th November

1:49 AM	10:24 AM	2:09 PM	10:32 PM

1.10	3.70	1.10	3.70

Sat 23rd November

15°
0.0mm
18kmh NW
33%

Sun 24th November

14°
0.1mm
32kmh WNW
42%

Mon 25th November

16°
0.0mm
11kmh W
30%

Tue 26th November

16°
0.0mm
17kmh W
2%

Wed 27th November

17°
0.0mm
48kmh W
19%

Thu 28th November

16°
0.1mm
47kmh WNW
25%

Fri 29th November

13°
0.9mm
13kmh NNE
36%

Sat 30th November

15°
0.0mm
28kmh NW
16%

Sun 1st December

15°
0.0mm
54kmh WNW
35%

Mon 2nd December

16°
0.9mm
42kmh WNW
66%

Tue 3rd December

16°
0.2mm
36kmh WNW
25%

Wed 4th December

15°
0.5mm
65kmh ESE
32%

Thu 5th December

15°
0.0mm
13kmh NE
2%

Fri 6th December

16°
0.0mm
47kmh WNW
8%

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Next 14 day Beach Weather in Golden Sand Beach

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 14° which is cold for swimming, a full wet suit is required to spend any length of time in the sea. There will be 6 days of very light rain with an average of 0.5mm rain on those days. Average cloud cover will be 27%.

If you are sailing, windsurfing, fishing, surfing etc. in Golden Sand Beach don't forget to check the tide and wind and wave conditions

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Taking a Holiday at Golden Sand Beach, Totaranui Bay, Abel Tasman National Park, Nelson Tasman Region, South Island, New Zealand

Taking a Holiday at Golden Sand Beach, Totaranui Bay, Abel Tasman National Park, Nelson Tasman Region, South Island, New Zealand Taking a holiday at the beautiful Golden Sand Beach in Totaranui Bay, Abel Tasman National Park, Nelson Tasman Region, South Island, New Zealand is an unforgettable experience. This pristine beach is nestled in one of New Zealand's most picturesque national parks and offers a perfect mix of relaxation and adventure.

Beach Type

Golden Sand Beach boasts stunning powdery golden sand that is soft to the touch and perfect for sunbathing or building sandcastles. The crystal-clear waters are ideal for swimming, snorkeling, and diving. While there aren't many rocky areas or reefs along this beach, you can still find an abundance of marine life to observe while exploring the underwater world.

Beach Activities

There are plenty of activities to enjoy at Golden Sand Beach:

Swimming: The calm waters make it perfect for swimming and wading in the shallow areas.
Kayaking: Explore the coastline by kayak and discover hidden coves and beaches along Abel Tasman National Park.
Hiking: The Abel Tasman Coast Track is a famous hiking trail that runs through the park, offering breathtaking views of the beach and surrounding area.
Boat trips: Take a boat trip to explore nearby islands or go on a dolphin watching tour.
Fishing: Try your luck at catching some fresh seafood from the shores of Golden Sand Beach.
Sunbathing: Soak up the sun on the soft golden sands and listen to the gentle waves lapping against the shore.

Accommodations

There are no beach resorts or hotels directly on Golden Sand Beach as it is located within a national park. However, you can find accommodations in nearby towns such as Marahau or Kaiteriteri.

Areas to Stay In

Marahau: This small coastal village is situated at the southern entrance of Abel Tasman National Park and offers a range of accommodations, including lodges, motels, and holiday homes. It's an ideal base for exploring the park and has easy access to water taxis that can take you to Golden Sand Beach.

Kaiteriteri: A popular beach town located just outside of Abel Tasman National Park, Kaiteriteri offers a variety of accommodations and amenities. You'll find hotels, motels, campgrounds, and holiday homes here. It's a great option if you want to be close to the national park but still have access to restaurants and shops.

Beach Amenities

Golden Sand Beach in Totaranui Bay offers basic amenities for visitors:

Public toilets
Picnic tables
BBQ facilities
Drinking water
Parking area

Keep in mind that there are no shops or restaurants within Abel Tasman National Park, so be sure to pack your own food and essentials for your visit. Don't forget to leave nothing but footprints and preserve the beauty of this natural paradise for future generations to enjoy.