Beach Weather in Sandbanks Beach, Dorset, United Kingdom

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Beach Weather Today in Sandbanks Beach

Today the maximum temperature will be which is too cold 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 be dry with no rain showers. Expect lots of sunshine and clear skies with an average cloud cover of 32%.

The winds will be cross-on shore and moderate at 16kmh from the North-Northeast. The moderate winds will make the temperatures feel even colder. The moderate onshore winds may make conditions a little more choppy for swimming.

Sandbanks Beach faces Southeast and sunset will be over the land behind the beach at 05:51 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 Sandbanks Beach

Today - Sunday the maximum daily temperatures will be which is too cold 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, Sunday will be dry with no rain showers. Expect lots of sunshine and clear skies with an average cloud cover of 32%.

SANDBANKS BEACH - BEACH WEATHER FORECAST

Sun 2nd March
12 AM 3 AM 6 AM 9 AM 12 PM 3 PM 6 PM 9 PM
0% 32% 90% 96% 14% 8% 8% 9%
0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm
Mon 3rd March
12 AM 3 AM 6 AM 9 AM 12 PM 3 PM 6 PM 9 PM
8% 8% 12% 48% 4% 2% 4% 0%
0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm
Tue 4th March
12 AM 3 AM 6 AM 9 AM 12 PM 3 PM 6 PM 9 PM
0% 0% 0% 0% 0% 0% 0% 0%
0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm
Wed 5th March
12 AM 3 AM 6 AM 9 AM 12 PM 3 PM 6 PM 9 PM
10° 10°
0% 0% 1% 0% 0% 0% 0% 0%
0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm
Thu 6th March
12 AM 3 AM 6 AM 9 AM 12 PM 3 PM 6 PM 9 PM
11° 11°
0% 0% 0% 2% 86% 2% 12% 17%
0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm
Fri 7th March
12 AM 3 AM 6 AM 9 AM 12 PM 3 PM 6 PM 9 PM
10° 10° 10°
57% 15% 25% 57% 100% 100% 80% 54%
0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm
Sat 8th March
12 AM 3 AM 6 AM 9 AM 12 PM 3 PM 6 PM 9 PM
10° 11° 12° 10°
68% 91% 95% 64% 45% 56% 34% 100%
0.0mm 0.1mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm
Sun 2nd March
12 AM 3 AM 6 AM 9 AM 12 PM 3 PM 6 PM 9 PM
14
kmh
15
kmh
16
kmh
15
kmh
15
kmh
12
kmh
12
kmh
9
kmh
0.6m
0.6m
0.6m
0.6m
0.5m
0.4m
0.3m
0.3m
16.1s 16.0s 15.8s 15.7s 15.4s 14.7s 14.5s 14.3s
Mon 3rd March
12 AM 3 AM 6 AM 9 AM 12 PM 3 PM 6 PM 9 PM
9
kmh
9
kmh
11
kmh
8
kmh
7
kmh
5
kmh
4
kmh
7
kmh
0.2m
0.2m
0.3m
0.3m
0.2m
0.1m
0.1m
0.2m
13.8s 13.4s 13.2s 13.1s 12.9s 16.0s 15.6s 14.8s
Tue 4th March
12 AM 3 AM 6 AM 9 AM 12 PM 3 PM 6 PM 9 PM
10
kmh
10
kmh
11
kmh
13
kmh
6
kmh
9
kmh
3
kmh
4
kmh
0.2m
0.3m
0.2m
0.1m
0.3m
0.5m
0.5m
0.6m
14.4s 14.1s 13.7s 13.3s 13.2s 13.0s 12.7s 12.4s
Wed 5th March
12 AM 3 AM 6 AM 9 AM 12 PM 3 PM 6 PM 9 PM
3
kmh
5
kmh
6
kmh
9
kmh
12
kmh
14
kmh
14
kmh
14
kmh
0.6m
0.6m
0.7m
0.6m
0.7m
0.8m
0.6m
0.4m
12.2s 12.1s 12.1s 12.0s 11.8s 11.5s 11.3s 11.4s
Thu 6th March
12 AM 3 AM 6 AM 9 AM 12 PM 3 PM 6 PM 9 PM
15
kmh
15
kmh
15
kmh
17
kmh
19
kmh
18
kmh
13
kmh
20
kmh
0.4m
0.3m
0.2m
0.2m
0.3m
0.4m
0.5m
0.6m
11.5s 11.3s 11.2s 14.0s 10.7s 13.0s 13.2s 14.1s
Fri 7th March
12 AM 3 AM 6 AM 9 AM 12 PM 3 PM 6 PM 9 PM
19
kmh
15
kmh
14
kmh
17
kmh
16
kmh
14
kmh
13
kmh
14
kmh
0.6m
0.6m
0.7m
0.7m
0.6m
0.4m
0.5m
0.8m
14.4s 14.3s 14.2s 14.2s 14.1s 5.4s 5.5s 13.1s
Sat 8th March
12 AM 3 AM 6 AM 9 AM 12 PM 3 PM 6 PM 9 PM
13
kmh
14
kmh
14
kmh
15
kmh
13
kmh
13
kmh
9
kmh
9
kmh
0.6m
0.9m
0.9m
0.9m
0.8m
0.6m
0.8m
0.8m
5.2s 12.9s 12.5s 12.1s 12.0s 5.6s 11.7s 11.3s
Sun 2nd March
4:37 AM 8:48 AM 5:01 PM 9:15 PM
0.66 2.42 0.44 2.24
Mon 3rd March
5:23 AM 9:19 AM 5:46 PM 9:42 PM
0.70 2.35 0.57 2.18
Tue 4th March
6:09 AM 9:53 AM 6:33 PM 10:13 PM
0.80 2.23 0.78 2.09
Wed 5th March
6:58 AM 10:28 AM 7:24 PM 10:46 PM
0.95 2.07 1.02 1.97
Thu 6th March
7:52 AM 11:05 AM 1:09 PM 2:22 PM 4:10 PM 5:24 PM 8:21 PM 11:21 PM
1.12 1.88 1.72 1.77 1.69 1.75 1.25 1.84
Fri 7th March
1:20 AM 2:52 AM 4:35 AM 5:59 AM 8:55 AM 11:44 AM 1:20 PM 3:32 PM 4:47 PM 6:44 PM 9:31 PM 11:59 PM
1.67 1.75 1.67 1.74 1.26 1.69 1.59 1.75 1.69 1.84 1.42 1.70
Sat 8th March
1:36 AM 3:47 AM 5:23 AM 7:12 AM 10:14 AM 12:32 PM 1:28 PM 4:23 PM 5:36 PM 7:52 PM 10:58 PM
1.59 1.77 1.67 1.81 1.33 1.50 1.46 1.77 1.70 1.94 1.46
Sun 2nd March
0.0mm
12kmh ESE
32%
Mon 3rd March
0.0mm
5kmh NE
10%
Tue 4th March
10°
0.0mm
5kmh E
0%
Wed 5th March
11°
0.0mm
12kmh SE
0%
Thu 6th March
11°
0.0mm
18kmh SSE
14%
Fri 7th March
10°
0.0mm
12kmh SSE
61%
Sat 8th March
12°
0.1mm
13kmh SSE
69%
Sun 9th March
5.6mm
32kmh NNE
97%
Mon 10th March
0.0mm
33kmh NE
56%
Tue 11th March
10°
0.0mm
17kmh N
30%
Wed 12th March
0.6mm
27kmh N
79%
Thu 13th March
0.7mm
22kmh ENE
94%
Fri 14th March
0.6mm
5kmh NE
90%
Sat 15th March
0.0mm
6kmh ESE
92%

In the next 14 days average maximum daily temperatures will be 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 5 days of very light rain with an average of 1.5mm rain on those days. Average cloud cover will be 52%.

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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