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Beach Weather Today in Hobie Beach

Today the maximum temperature will be 20° which is warm and pleasant for sunbathing. Today the water temperature will be 15° which is cold for swimming, a full wet suit is required to spend any length of time in the sea.

Today will be dry with no rain showers. Expect lots of sunshine and clear skies with an average cloud cover of 35%.

The winds will be on shore and moderate at 28kmh from the East-Northeast. The moderate winds will keep the temperatures feeling cooler. The moderate onshore winds may make conditions a little more choppy for swimming.

Hobie Beach faces Northeast and sunset will be over the land behind the beach at 05:47 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 Hobie Beach

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 15° which is cold for swimming, a full wet suit is required to spend any length of time in the sea.

There will be no rainy days at all this weekend. Expect plentiful sunshine and mostly clear blue skies with an average cloud cover of 19%.

HOBIE BEACH - BEACH WEATHER FORECAST

Fri 14th August
12 AM 3 AM 6 AM 9 AM 12 PM 3 PM 6 PM 9 PM
16° 16° 16° 18° 22° 22° 19° 19°
1% 1% 3% 16% 81% 59% 21% 100%
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 15th August
12 AM 3 AM 6 AM 9 AM 12 PM 3 PM 6 PM 9 PM
17° 16° 16° 17° 19° 19° 17° 17°
3% 10% 25% 9% 8% 4% 4% 4%
0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm
15°
15°
15°
15°
15°
15°
15°
15°
Sun 16th August
12 AM 3 AM 6 AM 9 AM 12 PM 3 PM 6 PM 9 PM
16° 17° 19° 20° 25° 20° 17° 16°
4% 66% 78% 33% 5% 3% 35% 19%
0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm
15°
15°
15°
15°
15°
15°
15°
15°
Mon 17th August
12 AM 3 AM 6 AM 9 AM 12 PM 3 PM 6 PM 9 PM
16° 15° 15° 17° 18° 18° 16° 16°
5% 22% 2% 5% 4% 4% 5% 10%
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 18th August
12 AM 3 AM 6 AM 9 AM 12 PM 3 PM 6 PM 9 PM
15° 15° 15° 16° 18° 17° 17° 16°
18% 18% 21% 44% 57% 6% 17% 19%
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 19th August
12 AM 3 AM 6 AM 9 AM 12 PM 3 PM 6 PM 9 PM
15° 15° 15° 16° 17° 16° 16° 15°
29% 44% 69% 54% 28% 39% 80% 81%
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 20th August
12 AM 3 AM 6 AM 9 AM 12 PM 3 PM 6 PM 9 PM
15° 15° 16° 16° 16° 16° 16° 15°
64% 60% 66% 66% 66% 84% 95% 80%
0.0mm 0.1mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.1mm 0.3mm
17°
17°
17°
17°
17°
17°
17°
17°
Fri 14th August
12 AM 3 AM 6 AM 9 AM 12 PM 3 PM 6 PM 9 PM
28
kmh
23
kmh
20
kmh
19
kmh
18
kmh
17
kmh
21
kmh
14
kmh
0.8m
0.5m
0.5m
0.6m
0.5m
0.5m
0.6m
0.3m
17.4s 7.4s 7.7s 7.8s 7.8s 7.9s 7.9s 8.0s
Sat 15th August
12 AM 3 AM 6 AM 9 AM 12 PM 3 PM 6 PM 9 PM
17
kmh
34
kmh
36
kmh
26
kmh
10
kmh
10
kmh
16
kmh
27
kmh
1.1m
1.7m
1.5m
1.3m
0.9m
1.2m
1.0m
1.1m
8.0s 8.0s 7.9s 8.0s 8.0s 13.6s 8.0s 7.9s
Sun 16th August
12 AM 3 AM 6 AM 9 AM 12 PM 3 PM 6 PM 9 PM
18
kmh
17
kmh
19
kmh
20
kmh
16
kmh
28
kmh
21
kmh
13
kmh
1.0m
1.0m
1.0m
1.1m
1.1m
1.4m
1.4m
1.3m
8.0s 13.2s 13.2s 12.9s 6.7s 7.2s 7.7s 7.9s
Mon 17th August
12 AM 3 AM 6 AM 9 AM 12 PM 3 PM 6 PM 9 PM
17
kmh
19
kmh
21
kmh
20
kmh
15
kmh
15
kmh
10
kmh
5
kmh
1.3m
1.3m
1.5m
0.5m
0.5m
0.5m
0.3m
0.2m
12.8s 14.7s 14.7s 14.4s 14.1s 13.9s 13.4s 13.3s
Tue 18th August
12 AM 3 AM 6 AM 9 AM 12 PM 3 PM 6 PM 9 PM
4
kmh
15
kmh
12
kmh
9
kmh
3
kmh
25
kmh
28
kmh
27
kmh
0.3m
0.4m
0.4m
0.2m
0.1m
0.3m
0.5m
0.7m
13.2s 12.9s 12.8s 13.3s 13.4s 13.2s 12.9s 12.7s
Wed 19th August
12 AM 3 AM 6 AM 9 AM 12 PM 3 PM 6 PM 9 PM
24
kmh
23
kmh
24
kmh
25
kmh
28
kmh
32
kmh
26
kmh
21
kmh
0.6m
0.5m
0.6m
0.5m
0.6m
0.8m
0.6m
0.3m
12.7s 12.6s 12.6s 12.6s 12.5s 12.4s 12.2s 12.0s
Thu 20th August
12 AM 3 AM 6 AM 9 AM 12 PM 3 PM 6 PM 9 PM
17
kmh
15
kmh
14
kmh
12
kmh
13
kmh
14
kmh
12
kmh
8
kmh
0.2m
0.1m
0.2m
0.5m
0.5m
0.5m
0.6m
0.9m
11.9s 11.9s 11.8s 11.8s 11.8s 11.9s 11.9s 11.8s
Fri 14th August
4:37 AM 10:38 AM 4:56 PM 11:06 PM
1.63 -0.08 1.80 -0.02
Sat 15th August
5:09 AM 11:08 AM 5:27 PM 11:36 PM
1.59 -0.05 1.75 0.03
Sun 16th August
5:39 AM 11:37 AM 5:57 PM
1.52 0.02 1.66
Mon 17th August
12:06 AM 6:09 AM 12:04 PM 6:26 PM
0.11 1.41 0.12 1.53
Tue 18th August
12:34 AM 6:38 AM 12:30 PM 6:53 PM
0.21 1.28 0.26 1.37
Wed 19th August
1:03 AM 7:07 AM 12:55 PM 7:20 PM
0.34 1.13 0.40 1.21
Thu 20th August
1:35 AM 7:42 AM 1:21 PM 7:51 PM
0.46 0.98 0.56 1.05
Fri 14th August
22°
0.0mm
17kmh NNE
35%
Sat 15th August
19°
0.0mm
6kmh SW
8%
Sun 16th August
25°
0.0mm
12kmh NW
30%
Mon 17th August
18°
0.0mm
13kmh SW
7%
Tue 18th August
18°
0.0mm
6kmh E
25%
Wed 19th August
17°
0.0mm
26kmh WSW
53%
Thu 20th August
16°
0.5mm
10kmh SSW
72%
Fri 21st August
17°
0.6mm
6kmh ENE
36%
Sat 22nd August
18°
0.0mm
14kmh NW
14%
Sun 23rd August
17°
0.3mm
15kmh WSW
85%
Mon 24th August
18°
0.2mm
25kmh E
30%
Tue 25th August
23°
0.0mm
14kmh NE
2%
Wed 26th August
21°
0.0mm
12kmh SSW
0%
Thu 27th August
19°
0.0mm
10kmh SSW
10%

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Next 14 day Beach Weather in Hobie Beach

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 4 days of very light rain with an average of 0.4mm rain on those days. Average cloud cover will be 29%.

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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