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Beach Weather Today in Hobie Beach

Today the maximum temperature will be 21° which is not so warm but sunbathing may be possible. Today the water temperature will be 22° which is warm and pleasant for relaxing and swimming for long periods.

Today will have 0.9mm of very light rain. Expect overcast skies and very little possibility of sunshine with an average cloud cover of 82%.

The winds will be cross-off shore and very strong at 45kmh from the West-Southwest. The strong winds will keep the temperatures feeling cooler.

Hobie Beach faces Northeast and sunset will be over the land behind the beach at 07:11 PM. Unfortunately there are chances that 87% 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 Hobie Beach

This weekend the average maximum daily temperatures will be 21° which is warm and pleasant for sunbathing. The average water temperature will be 22° which is warm and pleasant for relaxing and swimming for long periods.

There will be 1 day of very light rain. Saturday will have 0.9mm of rain and Sunday will be dry. Expect some sunshine and occasionally cloudy periods with an average cloud cover of 56%.

HOBIE BEACH - BEACH WEATHER FORECAST

Sat 14th February
12 AM 3 AM 6 AM 9 AM 12 PM 3 PM 6 PM 9 PM
20° 20° 19° 20° 20° 20° 19° 19°
85% 83% 74% 83% 85% 71% 87% 90%
0.1mm 0.1mm 0.4mm 0.1mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.2mm 0.0mm
22°
22°
22°
22°
22°
22°
22°
22°
Sun 15th February
12 AM 3 AM 6 AM 9 AM 12 PM 3 PM 6 PM 9 PM
18° 18° 18° 20° 21° 21° 21° 20°
58% 73% 74% 6% 0% 7% 3% 23%
0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm
22°
22°
22°
22°
22°
22°
22°
22°
Mon 16th February
12 AM 3 AM 6 AM 9 AM 12 PM 3 PM 6 PM 9 PM
20° 20° 20° 22° 24° 24° 23° 22°
18% 0% 0% 0% 6% 0% 0% 0%
0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm
20°
20°
20°
20°
20°
20°
20°
20°
Tue 17th February
12 AM 3 AM 6 AM 9 AM 12 PM 3 PM 6 PM 9 PM
21° 20° 20° 23° 26° 25° 23° 22°
0% 5% 7% 21% 14% 12% 56% 36%
0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm
20°
20°
20°
20°
20°
20°
20°
20°
Wed 18th February
12 AM 3 AM 6 AM 9 AM 12 PM 3 PM 6 PM 9 PM
21° 21° 21° 23° 24° 24° 23° 22°
16% 25% 32% 8% 3% 5% 15% 30%
0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm
20°
20°
20°
20°
20°
22°
22°
22°
Thu 19th February
12 AM 3 AM 6 AM 9 AM 12 PM 3 PM 6 PM 9 PM
22° 22° 21° 23° 24° 24° 23° 22°
30% 31% 27% 30% 46% 61% 83% 66%
0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.1mm 0.2mm 0.2mm
22°
22°
22°
22°
22°
22°
22°
22°
Fri 20th February
12 AM 3 AM 6 AM 9 AM 12 PM 3 PM 6 PM 9 PM
22° 21° 22° 24° 25° 25° 24° 23°
33% 8% 4% 4% 4% 3% 6% 20%
0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm
22°
22°
22°
22°
22°
22°
22°
22°
Sat 14th February
12 AM 3 AM 6 AM 9 AM 12 PM 3 PM 6 PM 9 PM
44
kmh
45
kmh
41
kmh
33
kmh
29
kmh
25
kmh
23
kmh
21
kmh
1.5m
1.5m
1.4m
1.1m
0.9m
0.8m
0.6m
0.5m
14.4s 8.4s 8.6s 8.8s 13.3s 13.3s 13.2s 13.1s
Sun 15th February
12 AM 3 AM 6 AM 9 AM 12 PM 3 PM 6 PM 9 PM
14
kmh
10
kmh
12
kmh
19
kmh
23
kmh
33
kmh
37
kmh
38
kmh
0.3m
0.1m
0.1m
0.1m
0.4m
0.8m
1.1m
1.1m
13.0s 12.9s 12.8s 12.7s 12.6s 12.6s 12.5s 12.4s
Mon 16th February
12 AM 3 AM 6 AM 9 AM 12 PM 3 PM 6 PM 9 PM
37
kmh
37
kmh
40
kmh
41
kmh
53
kmh
62
kmh
62
kmh
55
kmh
1.1m
1.1m
1.3m
1.6m
2.0m
2.5m
2.6m
2.2m
12.4s 12.4s 12.2s 12.0s 11.9s 11.8s 11.7s 11.7s
Tue 17th February
12 AM 3 AM 6 AM 9 AM 12 PM 3 PM 6 PM 9 PM
49
kmh
40
kmh
26
kmh
17
kmh
17
kmh
7
kmh
16
kmh
26
kmh
2.0m
1.7m
1.3m
1.0m
1.4m
0.9m
0.7m
0.6m
11.6s 11.5s 17.8s 7.7s 16.7s 16.4s 15.8s 7.5s
Wed 18th February
12 AM 3 AM 6 AM 9 AM 12 PM 3 PM 6 PM 9 PM
24
kmh
23
kmh
18
kmh
15
kmh
18
kmh
14
kmh
14
kmh
13
kmh
0.1m
0.2m
0.1m
0.2m
0.6m
1.1m
1.4m
0.8m
7.5s 7.5s 7.5s 7.5s 11.0s 14.4s 14.1s 11.6s
Thu 19th February
12 AM 3 AM 6 AM 9 AM 12 PM 3 PM 6 PM 9 PM
13
kmh
14
kmh
13
kmh
12
kmh
14
kmh
13
kmh
9
kmh
12
kmh
0.3m
0.3m
0.4m
0.7m
0.6m
0.7m
1.1m
1.2m
7.0s 7.0s 7.1s 7.4s 7.9s 8.1s 9.6s 12.6s
Fri 20th February
12 AM 3 AM 6 AM 9 AM 12 PM 3 PM 6 PM 9 PM
9
kmh
7
kmh
4
kmh
6
kmh
13
kmh
16
kmh
15
kmh
10
kmh
1.4m
1.5m
1.5m
1.5m
1.5m
1.5m
1.2m
0.8m
12.5s 12.6s 12.6s 12.5s 12.2s 11.3s 10.5s 11.6s
Sat 14th February
2:31 AM 8:32 AM 2:34 PM 8:50 PM
1.48 0.68 1.58 0.50
Sun 15th February
3:02 AM 9:03 AM 3:04 PM 9:17 PM
1.63 0.55 1.70 0.37
Mon 16th February
3:30 AM 9:32 AM 3:33 PM 9:43 PM
1.77 0.43 1.80 0.26
Tue 17th February
3:56 AM 10:00 AM 4:01 PM 10:09 PM
1.89 0.33 1.87 0.19
Wed 18th February
4:23 AM 10:29 AM 4:30 PM 10:36 PM
1.97 0.25 1.91 0.15
Thu 19th February
4:51 AM 10:59 AM 5:00 PM 11:05 PM
2.02 0.22 1.90 0.15
Fri 20th February
5:20 AM 11:29 AM 5:31 PM 11:34 PM
2.03 0.23 1.86 0.20
Sat 14th February
20°
0.9mm
26kmh SSW
82%
Sun 15th February
21°
0.0mm
21kmh E
30%
Mon 16th February
24°
0.0mm
44kmh E
3%
Tue 17th February
26°
0.0mm
12kmh ESE
18%
Wed 18th February
24°
0.0mm
15kmh SSW
16%
Thu 19th February
24°
0.5mm
11kmh ESE
46%
Fri 20th February
25°
0.0mm
13kmh SSW
10%
Sat 21st February
27°
8.6mm
10kmh E
37%
Sun 22nd February
23°
0.3mm
38kmh WSW
46%
Mon 23rd February
23°
0.9mm
14kmh SSW
69%
Tue 24th February
24°
0.0mm
14kmh E
30%
Wed 25th February
23°
0.4mm
28kmh SW
58%
Thu 26th February
25°
0.0mm
12kmh E
18%
Fri 27th February
22°
0.0mm
38kmh WSW
42%

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Next 14 day Beach Weather in Hobie Beach

In the next 14 days average maximum daily temperatures will be 24° which is warm and pleasant for sunbathing. The average water temperature will be 21° which is comfortable for swimming though some may prefer warmer water. There will be 6 days of very light rain with an average of 1.9mm rain on those days. Average cloud cover will be 36%.

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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