Beach Weather in Sandbanks Beach, Dorset, United Kingdom

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Beach Weather Today in Sandbanks Beach

Today the maximum temperature will be 10° which is a little too chilly for sunbathing. Today the water temperature will be which is very cold and bracing, it's not recommended you swim with out a full wet suit.

Today will have 0.3mm of very light rain. Expect sunny spells but some cloudy periods with an average cloud cover of 65%.

The winds will be cross-off shore and moderate at 20kmh from the North West. The moderate winds will make the temperatures feel colder.

Sandbanks Beach faces Southeast and sunset will be over the land behind the beach at 07:39 PM. Unfortunately there are chances that 73% 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 Sandbanks Beach

This weekend the average maximum daily temperatures will be 10° which is too cold for sunbathing. The average water temperature will be which is extremely cold and not suitable for swimming. Taking a dip at this temperature would risk hypothermia.

There will be 1 day of very light rain. Saturday will be dry and Sunday will have 0.5mm of rain. Expect some sunshine and occasionally cloudy periods with an average cloud cover of 51%.

SANDBANKS BEACH - BEACH WEATHER FORECAST

Tue 31st March
12 AM 3 AM 6 AM 9 AM 12 PM 3 PM 6 PM 9 PM
13° 15° 14°
59% 100% 54% 100% 27% 69% 73% 45%
0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.1mm 0.0mm 0.1mm 0.1mm 0.0mm
Wed 1st April
12 AM 3 AM 6 AM 9 AM 12 PM 3 PM 6 PM 9 PM
13° 12° 11° 10°
39% 24% 37% 61% 83% 84% 29% 87%
0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.1mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm
Thu 2nd April
12 AM 3 AM 6 AM 9 AM 12 PM 3 PM 6 PM 9 PM
10° 10° 12° 13° 11°
100% 84% 28% 37% 63% 27% 88% 100%
0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm
Fri 3rd April
12 AM 3 AM 6 AM 9 AM 12 PM 3 PM 6 PM 9 PM
10° 10° 11° 11° 11° 11°
100% 78% 73% 100% 100% 100% 100% 100%
0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm
Sat 4th April
12 AM 3 AM 6 AM 9 AM 12 PM 3 PM 6 PM 9 PM
11° 10° 11° 13° 14° 13° 12°
39% 53% 48% 15% 3% 9% 33% 77%
0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm
Sun 5th April
12 AM 3 AM 6 AM 9 AM 12 PM 3 PM 6 PM 9 PM
10° 10° 10°
100% 100% 100% 67% 36% 57% 56% 30%
0.1mm 0.2mm 0.1mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.1mm 0.0mm 0.0mm
Mon 6th April
12 AM 3 AM 6 AM 9 AM 12 PM 3 PM 6 PM 9 PM
10° 11°
17% 25% 76% 100% 100% 100% 100% 91%
0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 2.0mm 1.2mm 0.5mm 0.2mm
Tue 31st March
12 AM 3 AM 6 AM 9 AM 12 PM 3 PM 6 PM 9 PM
17
kmh
11
kmh
13
kmh
17
kmh
19
kmh
20
kmh
18
kmh
17
kmh
0.5m
0.3m
0.4m
0.4m
0.3m
0.4m
0.5m
0.4m
7.3s 6.2s 12.7s 11.9s 6.1s 6.1s 6.2s 6.3s
Wed 1st April
12 AM 3 AM 6 AM 9 AM 12 PM 3 PM 6 PM 9 PM
15
kmh
12
kmh
10
kmh
10
kmh
8
kmh
15
kmh
15
kmh
10
kmh
0.5m
0.4m
0.4m
0.4m
0.4m
0.4m
0.4m
0.3m
6.3s 4.7s 4.5s 4.2s 6.1s 7.2s 10.2s 4.6s
Thu 2nd April
12 AM 3 AM 6 AM 9 AM 12 PM 3 PM 6 PM 9 PM
12
kmh
13
kmh
10
kmh
11
kmh
16
kmh
21
kmh
21
kmh
19
kmh
0.4m
0.3m
0.8m
0.8m
0.4m
0.4m
0.6m
0.4m
11.8s 10.2s 3.7s 4.3s 4.9s 3.9s 10.8s 6.1s
Fri 3rd April
12 AM 3 AM 6 AM 9 AM 12 PM 3 PM 6 PM 9 PM
20
kmh
28
kmh
32
kmh
38
kmh
39
kmh
37
kmh
38
kmh
39
kmh
0.4m
0.7m
0.9m
1.1m
1.4m
1.3m
1.2m
1.1m
6.7s 10.7s 9.2s 5.2s 4.2s 2.1s 7.1s 6.9s
Sat 4th April
12 AM 3 AM 6 AM 9 AM 12 PM 3 PM 6 PM 9 PM
40
kmh
42
kmh
43
kmh
46
kmh
46
kmh
42
kmh
40
kmh
45
kmh
1.1m
1.1m
1.1m
1.2m
1.3m
1.4m
1.8m
1.7m
6.7s 6.7s 13.3s 6.6s 12.9s 12.9s 6.4s 6.5s
Sun 5th April
12 AM 3 AM 6 AM 9 AM 12 PM 3 PM 6 PM 9 PM
31
kmh
33
kmh
33
kmh
35
kmh
35
kmh
33
kmh
24
kmh
13
kmh
1.6m
1.3m
1.6m
1.6m
1.0m
0.8m
0.5m
0.3m
6.5s 6.5s 6.5s 6.5s 5.7s 11.1s 10.3s 10.3s
Mon 6th April
12 AM 3 AM 6 AM 9 AM 12 PM 3 PM 6 PM 9 PM
13
kmh
27
kmh
40
kmh
46
kmh
49
kmh
54
kmh
45
kmh
36
kmh
0.3m
0.8m
1.1m
1.3m
1.2m
0.7m
0.7m
1.3m
10.3s 10.2s 10.0s 10.0s 9.5s 6.2s 7.7s 19.3s
Tue 31st March
2:43 AM 7:33 AM 10:19 AM 11:29 AM 3:03 PM 8:02 PM 10:34 PM
1.03 2.19 1.70 1.78 0.74 2.19 1.76
Wed 1st April
12:01 AM 3:24 AM 8:11 AM 11:13 AM 12:15 PM 3:43 PM 8:38 PM 11:31 PM
1.89 0.92 2.27 1.64 1.71 0.69 2.28 1.71
Thu 2nd April
12:45 AM 4:04 AM 8:49 AM 12:05 PM 1:02 PM 4:22 PM 9:14 PM
1.81 0.85 2.31 1.59 1.65 0.70 2.33
Fri 3rd April
12:26 AM 1:28 AM 4:43 AM 9:26 AM 12:55 PM 1:48 PM 5:01 PM 9:48 PM
1.65 1.72 0.82 2.30 1.56 1.61 0.76 2.31
Sat 4th April
1:20 AM 2:10 AM 5:22 AM 10:01 AM 1:43 PM 2:35 PM 5:40 PM 10:16 PM
1.60 1.65 0.84 2.24 1.54 1.60 0.88 2.23
Sun 5th April
2:12 AM 2:54 AM 6:01 AM 10:23 AM 2:28 PM 3:24 PM 6:20 PM 10:19 PM
1.56 1.60 0.92 2.12 1.55 1.60 1.02 2.12
Mon 6th April
3:03 AM 3:40 AM 6:40 AM 10:23 AM 3:13 PM 4:15 PM 7:00 PM 10:23 PM
1.53 1.57 1.03 2.00 1.58 1.63 1.20 2.03
Tue 31st March
15°
0.3mm
19kmh NW
65%
Wed 1st April
13°
0.1mm
9kmh NNW
55%
Thu 2nd April
13°
0.0mm
12kmh W
65%
Fri 3rd April
12°
0.0mm
35kmh SW
93%
Sat 4th April
14°
0.0mm
35kmh SSW
34%
Sun 5th April
10°
0.5mm
31kmh WSW
68%
Mon 6th April
12°
3.9mm
44kmh SSE
76%
Tue 7th April
10°
1.0mm
50kmh WSW
83%
Wed 8th April
12°
2.6mm
55kmh SW
85%
Thu 9th April
12°
0.2mm
39kmh SW
77%
Fri 10th April
12°
0.0mm
18kmh WSW
91%
Sat 11th April
12°
0.2mm
14kmh SSE
83%
Sun 12th April
10°
0.0mm
30kmh W
81%
Mon 13th April
11°
0.1mm
19kmh ENE
38%

In the next 14 days average maximum daily temperatures will be 12° which is too cold for sunbathing. The average water temperature will be which is extremely cold and not suitable for swimming. Taking a dip at this temperature would risk hypothermia. There will be 9 days of very light rain with an average of 1.0mm rain on those days. Average cloud cover will be 71%.

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

Taking a Holiday at Sandbanks Beach, Dorset, England, United Kingdom

Sandbanks Beach in Dorset, England, is a popular holiday destination known for its beautiful scenery, stunning coastline, and array of activities. Located on the South Coast of the United Kingdom, this beach offers visitors a chance to relax and unwind while enjoying the breathtaking views of the surrounding area.

Beach Type

Sandbanks Beach is known for its fine golden sand that stretches along its coastline. Unlike some other beaches that have coarse sand or pebbles, Sandbanks boasts soft sand that is perfect for sunbathing and walking barefoot. While there are no rocky areas or reefs at this beach, it still offers a variety of aquatic activities to enjoy during your stay.

Beach Activities

Some popular beach activities at Sandbanks Beach include:

  1. Swimming – The calm waters make swimming safe and enjoyable for people of all ages.
  2. Sunbathing – The soft golden sand provides a comfortable surface to lay on as you soak up the sun.
  3. Watersports – With various water-based activities such as windsurfing, kite surfing, and paddleboarding available at Sandbanks Beach, there is something for everyone to enjoy.
  4. Beach volleyball – There are designated areas where you can play beach volleyball with friends or join in with others.
  5. Coastal walks – Take in the stunning views by walking along the coast or exploring nearby nature reserves.

Accommodations

There are several beach resorts and hotels located near Sandbanks Beach to accommodate your stay:

  1. Sandbanks Hotel – A luxurious hotel situated directly on the beachfront offering stunning views and easy access to the beach.
  2. Haven Hotel – A stylish hotel located nearby with exceptional facilities including an outdoor pool and spa.
  3. Harbour Heights Hotel – A boutique hotel with modern amenities overlooking Poole Harbour.

Areas to Stay In

  1. Poole – A bustling town just a short drive from Sandbanks Beach, offering a range of accommodations, shops, and restaurants.
  2. Bournemouth – A larger city with various attractions and activities to enjoy, located approximately 20 minutes away by car from Sandbanks Beach.
  3. Swanage – A quaint seaside town situated along the Jurassic Coast, perfect for those seeking a more relaxed atmosphere.

Beach Amenities

Sandbanks Beach offers a variety of amenities to ensure your visit is enjoyable and comfortable:

  1. Lifeguards on duty during peak season
  2. Toilets and shower facilities
  3. Beach huts available for rent
  4. On-site café for refreshments
  5. Car parking facilities nearby
  6. Disabled access via ramps and designated parking spaces

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