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 20° which is warm and pleasant for sunbathing. Today the water temperature will be 16° which is cool for swimming, shorty wetsuit may help you extend your time in the water.

Today will be dry with no rain showers. Expect plentiful sunshine and mostly clear blue skies with an average cloud cover of 29%.

The winds will be cross-off shore and moderate at 21kmh from the West-Southwest. The moderate winds will keep the temperatures feeling cooler.

Oxwich Bay faces East-Southeast and sunset will be over the land behind the beach at 08:40 PM. Unfortunately there are chances that 53% 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 Oxwich Bay

This weekend the average maximum daily temperatures will be 20° which is not so warm but sunbathing may be possible. The average water temperature will be 16° which is cool for swimming, shorty wetsuit may help you extend your time in the water.

There will be no rainy days at all this weekend. Expect plentiful sunshine and mostly clear blue skies with an average cloud cover of 13%.

OXWICH BAY - BEACH WEATHER FORECAST

Fri 14th August
12 AM 3 AM 6 AM 9 AM 12 PM 3 PM 6 PM 9 PM
18° 17° 17° 19° 21° 21° 20° 18°
11% 23% 26% 31% 59% 23% 53% 8%
0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm
16°
16°
16°
16°
16°
16°
16°
16°
Sat 15th August
12 AM 3 AM 6 AM 9 AM 12 PM 3 PM 6 PM 9 PM
16° 16° 15° 18° 20° 20° 18° 15°
8% 3% 0% 0% 2% 12% 7% 11%
0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm
16°
16°
16°
16°
16°
16°
16°
16°
Sun 16th August
12 AM 3 AM 6 AM 9 AM 12 PM 3 PM 6 PM 9 PM
14° 13° 12° 16° 19° 20° 20° 17°
22% 15% 11% 9% 16% 26% 39% 30%
0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm
16°
16°
16°
16°
16°
16°
16°
16°
Mon 17th August
12 AM 3 AM 6 AM 9 AM 12 PM 3 PM 6 PM 9 PM
14° 14° 13° 16° 19° 20° 19° 17°
35% 40% 41% 43% 48% 5% 48% 67%
0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm
16°
16°
16°
16°
16°
16°
16°
16°
Tue 18th August
12 AM 3 AM 6 AM 9 AM 12 PM 3 PM 6 PM 9 PM
17° 17° 17° 18° 19° 20° 19° 18°
61% 96% 100% 100% 100% 40% 84% 88%
0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm
16°
16°
16°
16°
16°
16°
16°
16°
Wed 19th August
12 AM 3 AM 6 AM 9 AM 12 PM 3 PM 6 PM 9 PM
18° 16° 15° 16° 18° 19° 19° 17°
74% 83% 61% 66% 79% 43% 32% 63%
0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm
16°
16°
16°
16°
16°
16°
16°
16°
Thu 20th August
12 AM 3 AM 6 AM 9 AM 12 PM 3 PM 6 PM 9 PM
15° 13° 12° 14° 17° 19° 18° 15°
79% 36% 9% 2% 5% 5% 1% 2%
0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm
18°
18°
18°
18°
18°
18°
18°
18°
Fri 14th August
12 AM 3 AM 6 AM 9 AM 12 PM 3 PM 6 PM 9 PM
7
kmh
7
kmh
6
kmh
12
kmh
18
kmh
21
kmh
17
kmh
17
kmh
0.8m
0.8m
0.8m
0.8m
0.7m
0.7m
0.8m
0.8m
9.5s 9.2s 9.1s 9.0s 4.4s 4.4s 8.0s 8.0s
Sat 15th August
12 AM 3 AM 6 AM 9 AM 12 PM 3 PM 6 PM 9 PM
20
kmh
22
kmh
17
kmh
24
kmh
26
kmh
28
kmh
28
kmh
22
kmh
0.9m
0.9m
0.8m
0.8m
0.8m
0.9m
0.8m
0.8m
8.3s 7.9s 7.8s 7.7s 7.7s 7.7s 3.8s 3.7s
Sun 16th August
12 AM 3 AM 6 AM 9 AM 12 PM 3 PM 6 PM 9 PM
14
kmh
11
kmh
10
kmh
3
kmh
9
kmh
22
kmh
25
kmh
15
kmh
0.7m
0.6m
0.5m
0.4m
0.6m
0.7m
0.7m
0.5m
7.4s 7.4s 7.4s 7.4s 7.4s 3.7s 7.3s 7.1s
Mon 17th August
12 AM 3 AM 6 AM 9 AM 12 PM 3 PM 6 PM 9 PM
11
kmh
8
kmh
5
kmh
4
kmh
15
kmh
19
kmh
22
kmh
17
kmh
0.4m
0.5m
0.5m
0.6m
0.6m
1.1m
0.7m
1.2m
5.4s 4.0s 4.7s 5.1s 2.5s 2.5s 3.8s 3.7s
Tue 18th August
12 AM 3 AM 6 AM 9 AM 12 PM 3 PM 6 PM 9 PM
18
kmh
22
kmh
27
kmh
21
kmh
23
kmh
29
kmh
31
kmh
30
kmh
1.3m
0.8m
1.4m
0.8m
1.2m
1.3m
1.1m
1.1m
3.7s 2.8s 6.2s 3.1s 3.1s 3.1s 3.1s 3.1s
Wed 19th August
12 AM 3 AM 6 AM 9 AM 12 PM 3 PM 6 PM 9 PM
19
kmh
19
kmh
16
kmh
16
kmh
19
kmh
24
kmh
22
kmh
12
kmh
0.9m
0.7m
0.7m
0.7m
0.6m
0.7m
0.8m
0.5m
3.1s 3.1s 3.1s 3.9s 10.2s 4.0s 13.0s 7.4s
Thu 20th August
12 AM 3 AM 6 AM 9 AM 12 PM 3 PM 6 PM 9 PM
14
kmh
18
kmh
15
kmh
17
kmh
18
kmh
23
kmh
22
kmh
17
kmh
0.5m
0.5m
0.5m
0.5m
0.7m
0.8m
0.7m
0.8m
5.1s 5.3s 5.3s 5.3s 15.3s 14.9s 13.6s 4.9s
Fri 14th August
1:44 AM 7:59 AM 1:56 PM 8:18 PM
1.71 9.27 1.93 9.47
Sat 15th August
2:17 AM 8:33 AM 2:28 PM 8:52 PM
2.02 8.96 2.26 9.08
Sun 16th August
2:49 AM 9:06 AM 2:59 PM 9:26 PM
2.42 8.56 2.66 8.61
Mon 17th August
3:22 AM 9:40 AM 3:33 PM 10:02 PM
2.86 8.13 3.10 8.12
Tue 18th August
3:59 AM 10:18 AM 4:13 PM 10:44 PM
3.30 7.70 3.54 7.64
Wed 19th August
4:43 AM 11:03 AM 5:02 PM 11:36 PM
3.72 7.31 3.94 7.25
Thu 20th August
5:41 AM 12:02 PM 6:13 PM
4.04 7.03 4.21
Fri 14th August
21°
0.0mm
17kmh WSW
29%
Sat 15th August
20°
0.0mm
22kmh NNW
5%
Sun 16th August
20°
0.0mm
5kmh SSW
21%
Mon 17th August
20°
0.0mm
12kmh WSW
40%
Tue 18th August
20°
0.0mm
24kmh W
83%
Wed 19th August
19°
0.0mm
18kmh WNW
62%
Thu 20th August
19°
0.0mm
18kmh NW
17%
Fri 21st August
18°
0.1mm
6kmh SSE
54%
Sat 22nd August
18°
0.0mm
10kmh SSW
39%
Sun 23rd August
18°
1.2mm
12kmh SE
52%
Mon 24th August
17°
3.4mm
17kmh ESE
91%
Tue 25th August
18°
2.0mm
29kmh ENE
66%
Wed 26th August
21°
0.0mm
28kmh ENE
46%
Thu 27th August
21°
0.0mm
25kmh NE
2%

In the next 14 days average maximum daily temperatures will be 19° which is not so warm but sunbathing may be possible on some days. The average water temperature will be 16° which is cool for swimming, shorty wetsuit may help you extend your time in the water. There will be 4 days of very light rain with an average of 1.7mm rain on those days. Average cloud cover will be 43%.

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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