Beach Weather in Hobie Beach, Port Elizabeth, South Africa

BEACH WEATHER MONTHLY AVERAGES
Best
Best
Best
Best
Tan
Tan
Tan
Tan
Tan
Tan
Tan
Tan
Sea
23°
Swim
Sea
23°
Swim
Sea
23°
Swim
Sea
24°
Swim
Sea
23°
Swim
Sea
22°
Swim
Sea
19°
 
Sea
21°
Swim
Sea
21°
Swim
Sea
19°
 
Sea
22°
Swim
Sea
23°
Swim
BEACH WEATHER FORECAST
Fri 29th September
12 AM 3 AM 6 AM 9 AM 12 PM 3 PM 6 PM 9 PM
16° 16° 16° 20° 24° 23° 19° 18°
15% 0% 0% 0% 0% 20% 28% 5%
0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm
15°
15°
15°
15°
15°
15°
15°
15°
Sat 30th September
12 AM 3 AM 6 AM 9 AM 12 PM 3 PM 6 PM 9 PM
18° 17° 17° 18° 17° 15° 15° 15°
18% 9% 18% 71% 100% 88% 46% 51%
0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.2mm 0.1mm 0.0mm 0.1mm
15°
15°
15°
15°
15°
15°
15°
15°
Sun 1st October
12 AM 3 AM 6 AM 9 AM 12 PM 3 PM 6 PM 9 PM
14° 14° 13° 15° 16° 16° 16° 15°
87% 64% 82% 66% 89% 57% 43% 13%
0.1mm 0.0mm 0.3mm 0.2mm 0.1mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm
15°
15°
15°
15°
15°
15°
15°
15°
Mon 2nd October
12 AM 3 AM 6 AM 9 AM 12 PM 3 PM 6 PM 9 PM
15° 15° 14° 16° 20° 21° 19° 18°
9% 1% 12% 0% 0% 0% 0% 0%
0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm
15°
15°
15°
15°
15°
15°
15°
15°
Tue 3rd October
12 AM 3 AM 6 AM 9 AM 12 PM 3 PM 6 PM 9 PM
18° 18° 18° 20° 20° 20° 18° 17°
0% 0% 0% 3% 0% 1% 30% 84%
0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm
15°
15°
15°
15°
15°
17°
17°
17°
Wed 4th October
12 AM 3 AM 6 AM 9 AM 12 PM 3 PM 6 PM 9 PM
18° 18° 18° 19° 20° 19° 18° 18°
78% 86% 79% 37% 1% 2% 9% 23%
0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm
17°
17°
17°
17°
17°
17°
17°
17°
Thu 5th October
12 AM 3 AM 6 AM 9 AM 12 PM 3 PM 6 PM 9 PM
17° 17° 17° 19° 20° 19° 17° 16°
39% 49% 54% 39% 55% 72% 59% 31%
0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm
17°
17°
17°
17°
17°
17°
17°
17°
Fri 29th September
12 AM 3 AM 6 AM 9 AM 12 PM 3 PM 6 PM 9 PM
17
kmh
16
kmh
18
kmh
9
kmh
14
kmh
20
kmh
21
kmh
23
kmh
0.9m
1.2m
1.1m
1.0m
1.0m
1.0m
0.9m
0.9m
7.5s 7.5s 7.4s 13.4s 13.2s 13.0s 12.3s 12.3s
Sat 30th September
12 AM 3 AM 6 AM 9 AM 12 PM 3 PM 6 PM 9 PM
24
kmh
46
kmh
52
kmh
59
kmh
78
kmh
78
kmh
63
kmh
47
kmh
0.9m
1.4m
1.6m
2.0m
2.7m
2.7m
2.1m
1.4m
12.2s 5.7s 8.9s 9.0s 9.0s 9.0s 9.7s 9.9s
Sun 1st October
12 AM 3 AM 6 AM 9 AM 12 PM 3 PM 6 PM 9 PM
38
kmh
31
kmh
30
kmh
22
kmh
21
kmh
24
kmh
30
kmh
34
kmh
1.1m
0.8m
1.0m
0.8m
0.8m
0.9m
1.0m
1.1m
9.9s 10.0s 7.5s 7.8s 8.0s 7.8s 7.9s 8.0s
Mon 2nd October
12 AM 3 AM 6 AM 9 AM 12 PM 3 PM 6 PM 9 PM
39
kmh
46
kmh
44
kmh
33
kmh
51
kmh
61
kmh
45
kmh
24
kmh
1.2m
1.5m
1.4m
0.9m
1.6m
1.9m
1.3m
0.7m
8.0s 8.1s 8.0s 9.9s 9.8s 10.0s 10.1s 8.4s
Tue 3rd October
12 AM 3 AM 6 AM 9 AM 12 PM 3 PM 6 PM 9 PM
13
kmh
5
kmh
17
kmh
37
kmh
38
kmh
27
kmh
19
kmh
13
kmh
0.8m
0.4m
0.5m
1.2m
1.4m
3.5m
3.5m
3.5m
9.0s 9.1s 9.2s 9.3s 9.4s 10.3s 10.3s 10.3s
Wed 4th October
12 AM 3 AM 6 AM 9 AM 12 PM 3 PM 6 PM 9 PM
16
kmh
17
kmh
18
kmh
21
kmh
27
kmh
36
kmh
37
kmh
34
kmh
3.6m
3.7m
3.7m
3.7m
3.7m
3.7m
3.7m
3.7m
10.3s 10.3s 10.3s 10.3s 10.3s 10.3s 10.3s 10.3s
Thu 5th October
12 AM 3 AM 6 AM 9 AM 12 PM 3 PM 6 PM 9 PM
26
kmh
18
kmh
12
kmh
18
kmh
43
kmh
59
kmh
52
kmh
55
kmh
3.8m
3.9m
3.9m
3.9m
3.9m
3.9m
3.9m
3.9m
10.3s 10.3s 10.3s 10.3s 10.3s 10.3s 10.3s 10.3s
Fri 29th September
3:30 AM 9:35 AM 3:49 PM 9:59 PM
2.10 0.20 2.30 0.20
Sat 30th September
4:04 AM 10:08 AM 4:22 PM 10:32 PM
2.20 0.10 2.30 0.20
Sun 1st October
4:36 AM 10:40 AM 4:53 PM 11:03 PM
2.20 0.20 2.30 0.20
Mon 2nd October
5:08 AM 11:11 AM 5:23 PM 11:34 PM
2.10 0.30 2.10 0.40
Tue 3rd October
5:38 AM 11:41 AM 5:53 PM
2.00 0.40 2.00
Wed 4th October
12:03 AM 6:08 AM 12:09 PM 6:21 PM
0.50 1.80 0.60 1.80
Thu 5th October
12:33 AM 6:38 AM 12:38 PM 6:49 PM
0.70 1.60 0.80 1.60
Fri 29th September
24°
0.0mm
7kmh ENE
8%
Sat 30th September
18°
0.4mm
46kmh WSW
50%
Sun 1st October
17°
0.7mm
15kmh SSW
62%
Mon 2nd October
21°
0.0mm
25kmh ENE
2%
Tue 3rd October
20°
0.0mm
29kmh SW
14%
Wed 4th October
20°
0.0mm
23kmh E
39%
Thu 5th October
20°
0.0mm
40kmh WSW
49%
Fri 6th October
16°
0.9mm
31kmh SSW
72%
Sat 7th October
16°
0.3mm
13kmh SE
48%
Sun 8th October
18°
0.1mm
32kmh E
75%
Mon 9th October
21°
0.3mm
22kmh E
52%
Tue 10th October
20°
0.0mm
10kmh S
66%
Wed 11th October
19°
8.2mm
24kmh ESE
96%
Thu 12th October
19°
2.3mm
29kmh ESE
86%

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 cold for swimming, a full wet suit is required to spend any length of time in the sea. There will be 8 days of very light rain with an average of 1.7mm rain on those days. Average cloud cover will be 51%.

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

Taking a Holiday at Hobie Beach, Port Elizabeth, Eastern Cape, South Africa

A holiday at Hobie Beach in Port Elizabeth, Eastern Cape, South Africa is a perfect getaway for those looking to enjoy the sun, sand and sea. This popular beach destination offers a multitude of activities, accommodations and amenities for visitors to enjoy.

Beach Type

Hobie Beach is known for its soft, golden sand that stretches along the shoreline, making it an ideal spot for sunbathing and building sandcastles. The water is clear and inviting, with gentle waves that are perfect for swimming or paddling. While the beach itself does not have many rocks or reefs directly offshore, there are nearby areas that offer snorkeling and diving opportunities for those looking to explore the underwater world.

Beach Activities

There are numerous beach activities to enjoy at Hobie Beach. Some popular options include:

  • Swimming: With its calm waters and lifeguard supervision during peak season, Hobie Beach is perfect for swimmers of all ages and skill levels.
  • Sunbathing: The wide expanse of golden sand provides plenty of space to lay out your towel or rent a sun lounger to soak up the South African sun.
  • Watersports: Hobie Beach is known as a prime spot for windsurfing, kiteboarding and paddleboarding due to its consistent onshore winds.
  • Beach volleyball: With dedicated beach volleyball courts available on the beachfront, visitors can enjoy a friendly game with friends or other beachgoers.
  • Kids' Entertainment: There's a playground area located near the Shark Rock Pier which provides endless fun for children.

Accommodations

Hobie Beach offers various accommodation options within walking distance from the beach:

  1. The Boardwalk Hotel & Casino - A 5-star luxury hotel featuring ocean views, a spa and casino.
  2. The Chapman Hotel - A charming boutique hotel situated across from Algoa Bay offering sea-facing rooms.
  3. Brookes Hill Suites - Self-catering apartments with stunning views of the ocean and access to a swimming pool.

Areas to Stay In

When visiting Hobie Beach, consider staying in one of these nearby areas:

  • Summerstrand: This popular suburb is home to many hotels, guesthouses and self-catering apartments within walking distance of Hobie Beach. It's also close to other attractions like the Boardwalk Casino and Entertainment Complex.
  • Humewood: This residential area offers a quieter atmosphere while still being conveniently located near Hobie Beach. Accommodations range from guesthouses to apartments.

Beach Amenities

Hobie Beach provides several amenities for visitors to enjoy during their stay:

  • Lifeguards: During peak season, lifeguards are on duty to ensure the safety of swimmers.
  • Changing Rooms & Showers: Facilities are available for beachgoers looking to rinse off or change after a day in the sun.
  • Restaurants & Cafes: A variety of establishments can be found along the beachfront offering delicious meals, snacks, and refreshments.
  • Shark Rock Pier: This iconic pier provides stunning views of the ocean and is a popular spot for fishing enthusiasts.
  • Parking: Ample parking is available near the beach, making it easily accessible for visitors.

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