Beach Weather in La Lucia Beach, Durban, South Africa

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Beach Weather Today in La Lucia Beach

Today the maximum temperature will be 25° which is very warm and perfect for sunbathing. Today the water temperature will be 23° which is warm and pleasant for relaxing and swimming for long periods.

Today will be dry with no rain showers. Expect plentiful sunshine and mostly clear blue skies with an average cloud cover of 22%.

The winds will be cross-on shore and moderate at 27kmh from the North-Northeast. The moderate winds will keep the temperatures feeling fresher. The moderate onshore winds may make conditions a little more choppy for swimming.

La Lucia Beach faces Southeast and sunset will be over the land behind the beach at 05:42 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 La Lucia Beach

This weekend the average maximum daily temperatures will be 25° which is warm and pleasant for sunbathing. The average water temperature will be 23° which is warm and pleasant for relaxing and swimming for long periods.

There will be no rainy days at all this weekend. Expect plentiful sunshine and mostly clear blue skies with an average cloud cover of 18%.

LA LUCIA BEACH - BEACH WEATHER FORECAST

Fri 10th April
12 AM 3 AM 6 AM 9 AM 12 PM 3 PM 6 PM 9 PM
21° 21° 20° 26° 29° 27° 23° 21°
27% 47% 22% 15% 46% 7% 13% 6%
0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm
23°
23°
23°
23°
23°
23°
23°
23°
Sat 11th April
12 AM 3 AM 6 AM 9 AM 12 PM 3 PM 6 PM 9 PM
20° 20° 19° 27° 30° 29° 23° 23°
7% 5% 4% 4% 3% 8% 13% 13%
0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm
23°
23°
23°
23°
23°
23°
23°
23°
Sun 12th April
12 AM 3 AM 6 AM 9 AM 12 PM 3 PM 6 PM 9 PM
22° 21° 20° 25° 29° 29° 24° 24°
29% 29% 30% 5% 5% 7% 47% 85%
0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm
23°
23°
23°
23°
23°
23°
23°
23°
Mon 13th April
12 AM 3 AM 6 AM 9 AM 12 PM 3 PM 6 PM 9 PM
23° 22° 21° 26° 27° 26° 22° 21°
87% 85% 47% 15% 20% 29% 47% 61%
0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm
23°
23°
23°
23°
23°
23°
23°
23°
Tue 14th April
12 AM 3 AM 6 AM 9 AM 12 PM 3 PM 6 PM 9 PM
21° 21° 20° 26° 29° 28° 25° 23°
28% 23% 8% 5% 3% 21% 40% 36%
0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm
23°
23°
23°
23°
23°
25°
25°
25°
Wed 15th April
12 AM 3 AM 6 AM 9 AM 12 PM 3 PM 6 PM 9 PM
22° 22° 23° 28° 31° 29° 24° 21°
5% 4% 4% 4% 5% 29% 74% 70%
0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.4mm 0.8mm
25°
25°
25°
25°
25°
25°
25°
25°
Thu 16th April
12 AM 3 AM 6 AM 9 AM 12 PM 3 PM 6 PM 9 PM
21° 21° 21° 21° 23° 25° 22° 20°
67% 100% 100% 91% 64% 50% 46% 29%
0.2mm 0.5mm 0.7mm 0.3mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm
25°
25°
25°
25°
25°
25°
25°
25°
Fri 10th April
12 AM 3 AM 6 AM 9 AM 12 PM 3 PM 6 PM 9 PM
18
kmh
13
kmh
7
kmh
9
kmh
24
kmh
27
kmh
21
kmh
18
kmh
0.7m
1.0m
0.9m
0.8m
0.6m
0.7m
0.5m
1.0m
5.6s 5.5s 5.3s 5.3s 11.0s 10.9s 10.8s 5.3s
Sat 11th April
12 AM 3 AM 6 AM 9 AM 12 PM 3 PM 6 PM 9 PM
11
kmh
10
kmh
10
kmh
14
kmh
23
kmh
28
kmh
23
kmh
11
kmh
0.9m
0.8m
0.7m
0.7m
0.7m
0.8m
0.9m
0.9m
5.3s 5.2s 5.1s 5.0s 13.9s 13.5s 12.9s 13.8s
Sun 12th April
12 AM 3 AM 6 AM 9 AM 12 PM 3 PM 6 PM 9 PM
6
kmh
12
kmh
8
kmh
14
kmh
27
kmh
26
kmh
9
kmh
19
kmh
0.9m
0.7m
0.5m
0.3m
0.6m
0.8m
1.6m
1.5m
13.7s 13.5s 5.9s 6.0s 6.1s 6.3s 6.4s 6.5s
Mon 13th April
12 AM 3 AM 6 AM 9 AM 12 PM 3 PM 6 PM 9 PM
28
kmh
22
kmh
22
kmh
22
kmh
24
kmh
19
kmh
12
kmh
7
kmh
1.3m
0.4m
0.6m
0.7m
0.5m
0.6m
0.4m
0.4m
6.5s 6.0s 6.2s 6.1s 11.8s 11.7s 6.0s 6.0s
Tue 14th April
12 AM 3 AM 6 AM 9 AM 12 PM 3 PM 6 PM 9 PM
6
kmh
6
kmh
13
kmh
19
kmh
27
kmh
21
kmh
14
kmh
14
kmh
0.3m
0.4m
0.5m
0.7m
1.0m
1.0m
0.9m
0.6m
5.9s 5.8s 5.7s 8.3s 10.8s 10.6s 8.7s 5.3s
Wed 15th April
12 AM 3 AM 6 AM 9 AM 12 PM 3 PM 6 PM 9 PM
8
kmh
12
kmh
13
kmh
17
kmh
17
kmh
19
kmh
38
kmh
27
kmh
1.0m
1.0m
1.0m
1.2m
1.5m
1.3m
1.1m
0.9m
5.2s 5.0s 4.9s 5.1s 5.5s 5.9s 6.2s 7.0s
Thu 16th April
12 AM 3 AM 6 AM 9 AM 12 PM 3 PM 6 PM 9 PM
21
kmh
27
kmh
21
kmh
14
kmh
12
kmh
9
kmh
9
kmh
12
kmh
0.6m
0.4m
0.3m
0.5m
0.6m
0.5m
0.2m
0.1m
7.9s 7.7s 7.5s 7.4s 9.3s 12.9s 12.7s 12.6s
Fri 10th April
1:29 AM 7:40 AM 2:31 PM 9:42 PM
0.95 1.32 0.97 1.25
Sat 11th April
4:18 AM 11:18 AM 5:52 PM
1.06 1.26 0.95
Sun 12th April
12:43 AM 6:54 AM 12:56 PM 6:59 PM
1.39 0.92 1.41 0.79
Mon 13th April
1:24 AM 7:33 AM 1:36 PM 7:36 PM
1.59 0.74 1.59 0.62
Tue 14th April
1:55 AM 8:05 AM 2:09 PM 8:09 PM
1.79 0.55 1.75 0.46
Wed 15th April
2:25 AM 8:37 AM 2:42 PM 8:41 PM
1.97 0.37 1.90 0.31
Thu 16th April
2:56 AM 9:08 AM 3:14 PM 9:15 PM
2.11 0.23 2.01 0.21
Fri 10th April
29°
0.0mm
17kmh ENE
22%
Sat 11th April
30°
0.0mm
17kmh E
7%
Sun 12th April
29°
0.0mm
20kmh ENE
29%
Mon 13th April
27°
0.0mm
20kmh SSE
48%
Tue 14th April
30°
0.0mm
22kmh E
20%
Wed 15th April
31°
1.2mm
15kmh E
24%
Thu 16th April
25°
1.7mm
6kmh SSW
68%
Fri 17th April
29°
0.1mm
17kmh SE
40%
Sat 18th April
25°
2.2mm
13kmh ESE
80%
Sun 19th April
26°
0.0mm
18kmh SSE
20%
Mon 20th April
25°
1.4mm
28kmh S
62%
Tue 21st April
20°
1.6mm
4kmh SSW
100%
Wed 22nd April
24°
2.5mm
19kmh SSW
86%
Thu 23rd April
20°
2.4mm
12kmh SW
100%

In the next 14 days average maximum daily temperatures will be 26° which is very warm and perfect for sunbathing. The average water temperature will be 24° which is warm and pleasant for relaxing and swimming for long periods. There will be 8 days of very light rain with an average of 1.6mm rain on those days. Average cloud cover will be 50%.

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

Taking a Holiday at La Lucia Beach, Durban, South Africa

La Lucia Beach, located in the beautiful city of Durban, South Africa, is a popular beach holiday destination. With its pristine shoreline and warm Indian Ocean waters, it's an ideal place to unwind and enjoy all that the beach has to offer. The surrounding areas also provide plenty of attractions and activities for visitors to enjoy during their stay.

Beach Type

La Lucia Beach is known for its soft, golden sand that stretches along the coastline. The beach is not too rocky, making it perfect for sunbathing and building sandcastles. However, there are some rocky areas near the shoreline which create interesting snorkeling spots where visitors can explore marine life beneath the waves. These rocky areas attract many colorful fish species and other sea creatures, providing exciting snorkeling and diving experiences.

Beach Activities

Some popular beach activities at La Lucia Beach include:

  1. Swimming: The warm waters of the Indian Ocean make La Lucia Beach perfect for taking a refreshing swim.
  2. Surfing: With consistent waves throughout the year, surfing is a popular activity among both locals and tourists.
  3. Snorkeling and Diving: As mentioned earlier, some rocky areas near the shore attract various fish species, offering excellent opportunities for snorkeling and diving.
  4. Beach Walks: Enjoy leisurely strolls along the picturesque shoreline or join one of the local walking clubs that explore different sections of the coast.
  5. Fishing: Cast your line from one of the many fishing spots along La Lucia Beach or try your hand at deep-sea fishing with local charter companies.

Accommodations

There are several beach resorts and hotels available for visitors to stay at while enjoying their holiday at La Lucia Beach:

  1. The Caledon Boutique Hotel & Spa: This luxury hotel offers stylish rooms with stunning ocean views as well as spa facilities for guests to relax in.
  2. Endless Horizons Boutique Hotel: Located on a hill overlooking the ocean, this hotel offers spacious rooms with private balconies and an infinity pool.
  3. La Lucia Sands Resort: This beachfront resort features self-catering apartments, perfect for families or those who prefer a home-away-from-home experience.

Areas to Stay In

Some recommended areas to stay in around La Lucia Beach include:

  1. Umhlanga Rocks: A bustling area with plenty of restaurants, shops, and nightlife options. It's also close to the Gateway Theatre of Shopping, one of the largest malls in Africa.
  2. Umdloti Beach: A quieter option, this small coastal town offers beautiful beaches and a more relaxed atmosphere.
  3. Durban North: Located between La Lucia and central Durban, this area provides easy access to both the beach and city attractions.

Beach Amenities

La Lucia Beach offers various amenities for visitors to enjoy during their stay:

  • Lifeguards on duty during peak seasons
  • Public restrooms
  • Parking facilities
  • Picnic areas with braai (barbecue) facilities
  • Nearby restaurants and cafes for dining options

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