Beach Weather in Oxwich Bay, Gower Peninsula, United Kingdom

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Beach Weather Today in Oxwich Bay

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

Today will be dry with no rain showers. Expect plentiful sunshine and mostly clear blue skies with an average cloud cover of 24%.

The winds will be cross-off shore and moderate at 21kmh from the West. The moderate winds will make the temperatures feel colder.

Oxwich Bay faces East-Southeast and sunset will be over the land behind the beach at 06:46 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 Oxwich Bay

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

Today, Sunday will be dry with no rain showers. Expect plentiful sunshine and mostly clear blue skies with an average cloud cover of 24%.

OXWICH BAY - BEACH WEATHER FORECAST

Sun 30th March
12 AM 3 AM 6 AM 9 AM 12 PM 3 PM 6 PM 9 PM
11° 11°
78% 42% 53% 6% 3% 3% 4% 3%
0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm
Mon 31st March
12 AM 3 AM 6 AM 9 AM 12 PM 3 PM 6 PM 9 PM
10° 13° 13° 11°
60% 53% 6% 35% 33% 79% 32% 14%
0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm
Tue 1st April
12 AM 3 AM 6 AM 9 AM 12 PM 3 PM 6 PM 9 PM
11° 13° 10°
13% 17% 9% 16% 11% 5% 0% 0%
0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm
Wed 2nd April
12 AM 3 AM 6 AM 9 AM 12 PM 3 PM 6 PM 9 PM
10° 12° 13° 11°
0% 0% 0% 0% 4% 42% 7% 23%
0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm
Thu 3rd April
12 AM 3 AM 6 AM 9 AM 12 PM 3 PM 6 PM 9 PM
10° 11° 14° 13° 12° 10°
56% 81% 61% 19% 74% 94% 80% 29%
0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.1mm 0.0mm 0.0mm
Fri 4th April
12 AM 3 AM 6 AM 9 AM 12 PM 3 PM 6 PM 9 PM
10° 11° 13° 12° 10°
9% 23% 74% 98% 96% 90% 44% 53%
0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.2mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm
Sat 5th April
12 AM 3 AM 6 AM 9 AM 12 PM 3 PM 6 PM 9 PM
12° 15° 16° 12°
46% 27% 100% 62% 100% 84% 56% 94%
0.0mm 0.0mm 0.1mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.2mm 0.0mm 0.0mm
Sun 30th March
12 AM 3 AM 6 AM 9 AM 12 PM 3 PM 6 PM 9 PM
21
kmh
19
kmh
17
kmh
15
kmh
16
kmh
18
kmh
12
kmh
10
kmh
0.9m
0.8m
0.7m
0.6m
0.5m
1.5m
1.2m
1.3m
11.3s 11.2s 6.8s 6.8s 6.6s 6.5s 6.5s 10.0s
Mon 31st March
12 AM 3 AM 6 AM 9 AM 12 PM 3 PM 6 PM 9 PM
8
kmh
6
kmh
8
kmh
10
kmh
14
kmh
14
kmh
12
kmh
11
kmh
1.2m
1.1m
1.1m
1.1m
1.1m
1.1m
1.0m
1.0m
11.7s 11.8s 11.7s 11.7s 11.6s 11.4s 11.3s 11.4s
Tue 1st April
12 AM 3 AM 6 AM 9 AM 12 PM 3 PM 6 PM 9 PM
16
kmh
20
kmh
23
kmh
31
kmh
33
kmh
29
kmh
31
kmh
32
kmh
1.0m
1.5m
1.5m
1.5m
1.4m
1.3m
1.2m
1.2m
11.6s 14.4s 13.3s 13.2s 13.0s 12.3s 12.1s 12.0s
Wed 2nd April
12 AM 3 AM 6 AM 9 AM 12 PM 3 PM 6 PM 9 PM
24
kmh
19
kmh
22
kmh
30
kmh
33
kmh
30
kmh
26
kmh
25
kmh
1.2m
1.2m
1.1m
1.2m
1.3m
1.2m
1.1m
1.1m
11.9s 11.9s 11.9s 11.8s 11.3s 11.2s 11.1s 11.0s
Thu 3rd April
12 AM 3 AM 6 AM 9 AM 12 PM 3 PM 6 PM 9 PM
22
kmh
15
kmh
23
kmh
23
kmh
20
kmh
18
kmh
19
kmh
14
kmh
1.1m
1.0m
1.0m
1.1m
1.3m
1.1m
1.0m
1.0m
10.9s 11.0s 11.1s 11.1s 11.0s 11.1s 11.3s 11.3s
Fri 4th April
12 AM 3 AM 6 AM 9 AM 12 PM 3 PM 6 PM 9 PM
15
kmh
28
kmh
32
kmh
40
kmh
39
kmh
26
kmh
23
kmh
16
kmh
1.0m
0.9m
1.0m
1.2m
1.3m
0.9m
0.9m
0.8m
11.2s 11.4s 11.5s 11.1s 11.0s 10.8s 10.8s 10.8s
Sat 5th April
12 AM 3 AM 6 AM 9 AM 12 PM 3 PM 6 PM 9 PM
13
kmh
12
kmh
12
kmh
18
kmh
23
kmh
21
kmh
19
kmh
13
kmh
0.8m
0.7m
0.7m
1.0m
1.1m
1.1m
1.2m
1.2m
10.7s 8.3s 16.0s 14.6s 13.5s 13.0s 12.2s 11.9s
Sun 30th March
12:42 AM 7:46 AM 2:04 PM 8:07 PM
0.44 10.42 0.25 10.29
Mon 31st March
2:22 AM 8:26 AM 2:43 PM 8:46 PM
0.31 10.47 0.33 10.22
Tue 1st April
3:01 AM 9:07 AM 3:23 PM 9:26 PM
0.45 10.19 0.70 9.87
Wed 2nd April
3:42 AM 9:48 AM 4:03 PM 10:07 PM
0.85 9.64 1.28 9.27
Thu 3rd April
4:25 AM 10:32 AM 4:48 PM 10:53 PM
1.44 8.88 1.98 8.52
Fri 4th April
5:14 AM 11:22 AM 5:39 PM 11:48 PM
2.14 8.02 2.69 7.73
Sat 5th April
6:14 AM 12:31 PM 6:45 PM
2.81 7.23 3.28
Sun 30th March
12°
0.0mm
19kmh NW
24%
Mon 31st March
13°
0.0mm
10kmh SE
39%
Tue 1st April
13°
0.0mm
32kmh ESE
8%
Wed 2nd April
13°
0.0mm
32kmh E
9%
Thu 3rd April
14°
0.1mm
23kmh E
61%
Fri 4th April
13°
0.2mm
32kmh E
60%
Sat 5th April
16°
0.3mm
24kmh E
71%
Sun 6th April
15°
0.8mm
9kmh S
64%
Mon 7th April
16°
0.0mm
4kmh WSW
44%
Tue 8th April
17°
0.1mm
8kmh ESE
29%
Wed 9th April
15°
0.0mm
9kmh ESE
11%
Thu 10th April
13°
0.0mm
9kmh ESE
54%
Fri 11th April
13°
0.0mm
6kmh ENE
13%
Sat 12th April
13°
0.5mm
13kmh WNW
54%

In the next 14 days average maximum daily temperatures will be 14° 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 6 days of very light rain with an average of 0.3mm rain on those days. Average cloud cover will be 39%.

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

Taking a Holiday at Oxwich Bay, Gower Peninsula, Wales, United Kingdom

A holiday at the beach in Oxwich Bay, located on the Gower Peninsula, Wales, United Kingdom, promises a tranquil and picturesque getaway. The stunning coastal scenery and crystal-clear waters make it an ideal destination for beach lovers and outdoor enthusiasts alike.

Beach Type

Oxwich Bay boasts a beautiful stretch of golden sand that gently slopes into the clear blue waters. The beach is backed by sand dunes, providing a sense of seclusion and privacy. While not as powdery as white sand beaches, the sand at Oxwich Bay is soft and enjoyable for sunbathing or walking along the shoreline. The bay also has some rocky areas on its fringes, which can be great for snorkeling and diving to explore marine life.

Beach Activities

Popular beach activities at Oxwich Bay include:

  • Swimming: With its calm and clear waters, Oxwich Bay is perfect for swimming. The gentle slope of the beach makes it safe for children as well.

  • Sunbathing: The wide expanse of golden sand provides ample space for sunbathers to relax and soak up some rays.

  • Watersports: Due to its sheltered location, Oxwich Bay is a popular spot for watersports such as kayaking, paddleboarding, windsurfing, and jet skiing.

  • Snorkeling and Diving: The rocky areas on the edges of the bay are ideal spots to discover various species of fish and other marine creatures that thrive in these habitats.

  • Fishing: Anglers can enjoy fishing from either the shoreline or boats out in the bay.

  • Walking: With miles of coastal paths along the Gower Peninsula, taking leisurely strolls or challenging hikes around Oxwich Bay offers stunning views of both land and sea.

Accommodations

There are several accommodation options near Oxwich Bay:

  1. Oxwich Bay Hotel: This hotel offers stunning sea views and comfortable rooms, making it ideal for a beach holiday. It also has an on-site restaurant and bar.

  2. The King's Head Inn: Located in nearby Llangennith, this traditional Welsh inn offers cozy rooms, delicious food, and a warm atmosphere.

  3. Parc-Le-Breos House: This elegant country house offers luxury accommodations in a peaceful setting surrounded by beautiful gardens.

Areas to Stay In

  1. Oxwich Village: Staying in the village allows you to be within walking distance of the beach and have easy access to local amenities such as shops and restaurants.

  2. Port Eynon: A neighboring coastal village, Port Eynon offers additional accommodation options and is just a short drive from Oxwich Bay.

  3. Llangennith: Located further along the Gower Peninsula, Llangennith provides a more rural setting for those looking for peace and tranquility while still being close to various beaches.

Beach Amenities

Oxwich Bay offers several amenities for visitors, including:

  • Lifeguards on duty during peak season
  • Public restrooms
  • Beachfront parking (paid)
  • A slipway for small watercraft
  • Nearby shops and restaurants

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