Beach Weather in Maclear Beach, Cape of Good Hope, South Africa

BEACH WEATHER MONTHLY AVERAGES
Best
Best
Best
Best
Tan
Tan
Tan
Tan
Tan
Tan
Tan
Sea
20°
Swim
Sea
20°
Swim
Sea
19°
Swim
Sea
18°
 
Sea
17°
 
Sea
16°
 
Sea
16°
 
Sea
16°
 
Sea
15°
 
Sea
16°
 
Sea
17°
 
Sea
20°
Swim
BEACH WEATHER FORECAST
Thu 21st September
12 AM 3 AM 6 AM 9 AM 12 PM 3 PM 6 PM 9 PM
14° 14° 14° 14° 15° 17° 15° 15°
19% 68% 97% 100% 100% 100% 100% 100%
0.0mm 0.0mm 0.1mm 0.2mm 0.1mm 0.0mm 0.5mm 0.1mm
14°
14°
14°
14°
14°
14°
14°
14°
Fri 22nd September
12 AM 3 AM 6 AM 9 AM 12 PM 3 PM 6 PM 9 PM
14° 14° 14° 14° 16° 16° 15° 14°
100% 100% 99% 66% 38% 20% 17% 13%
0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm
14°
14°
14°
14°
14°
14°
14°
14°
Sat 23rd September
12 AM 3 AM 6 AM 9 AM 12 PM 3 PM 6 PM 9 PM
14° 14° 14° 14° 15° 14° 14° 13°
36% 31% 79% 73% 87% 100% 90% 67%
0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.1mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm
14°
14°
14°
14°
14°
14°
14°
14°
Sun 24th September
12 AM 3 AM 6 AM 9 AM 12 PM 3 PM 6 PM 9 PM
13° 13° 13° 14° 15° 15° 14° 14°
84% 35% 20% 59% 81% 99% 80% 97%
0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.1mm 0.1mm 0.0mm
14°
14°
14°
14°
14°
14°
14°
14°
Mon 25th September
12 AM 3 AM 6 AM 9 AM 12 PM 3 PM 6 PM 9 PM
14° 15° 15° 15° 16° 16° 15° 14°
88% 62% 8% 36% 72% 14% 49% 34%
0.1mm 0.1mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm
14°
14°
14°
14°
14°
14°
14°
14°
Tue 26th September
12 AM 3 AM 6 AM 9 AM 12 PM 3 PM 6 PM 9 PM
14° 14° 14° 15° 16° 16° 16° 15°
23% 6% 1% 0% 0% 0% 3% 11%
0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm
14°
14°
14°
14°
14°
14°
14°
14°
Wed 27th September
12 AM 3 AM 6 AM 9 AM 12 PM 3 PM 6 PM 9 PM
15° 14° 14° 15° 17° 17° 16° 15°
8% 2% 7% 12% 8% 6% 13% 7%
0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm
14°
14°
14°
14°
14°
14°
14°
14°
Thu 21st September
12 AM 3 AM 6 AM 9 AM 12 PM 3 PM 6 PM 9 PM
57
kmh
57
kmh
60
kmh
60
kmh
56
kmh
38
kmh
42
kmh
28
kmh
1.8m
1.8m
1.9m
1.9m
1.8m
1.1m
1.2m
0.7m
12.4s 12.4s 12.8s 12.4s 12.3s 12.4s 0.9s 12.7s
Fri 22nd September
12 AM 3 AM 6 AM 9 AM 12 PM 3 PM 6 PM 9 PM
18
kmh
17
kmh
19
kmh
23
kmh
26
kmh
24
kmh
17
kmh
19
kmh
0.4m
0.4m
0.4m
0.6m
0.7m
0.6m
0.4m
0.4m
12.7s 12.9s 13.0s 13.2s 13.7s 14.2s 14.3s 14.2s
Sat 23rd September
12 AM 3 AM 6 AM 9 AM 12 PM 3 PM 6 PM 9 PM
18
kmh
23
kmh
36
kmh
37
kmh
40
kmh
45
kmh
51
kmh
61
kmh
0.4m
0.6m
1.0m
1.0m
1.1m
1.3m
1.6m
1.9m
14.1s 13.7s 13.5s 13.5s 13.5s 13.4s 13.3s 13.2s
Sun 24th September
12 AM 3 AM 6 AM 9 AM 12 PM 3 PM 6 PM 9 PM
64
kmh
71
kmh
74
kmh
58
kmh
79
kmh
79
kmh
77
kmh
59
kmh
2.1m
2.4m
2.5m
1.8m
2.7m
2.7m
2.6m
1.9m
13.1s 13.1s 13.0s 12.9s 12.8s 12.4s 12.1s 11.9s
Mon 25th September
12 AM 3 AM 6 AM 9 AM 12 PM 3 PM 6 PM 9 PM
64
kmh
52
kmh
46
kmh
43
kmh
32
kmh
30
kmh
24
kmh
23
kmh
2.1m
1.6m
1.4m
1.2m
0.9m
0.9m
1.0m
0.5m
0.8s 11.8s 11.3s 10.8s 9.8s 10.0s 10.2s 10.6s
Tue 26th September
12 AM 3 AM 6 AM 9 AM 12 PM 3 PM 6 PM 9 PM
17
kmh
17
kmh
18
kmh
10
kmh
12
kmh
15
kmh
14
kmh
14
kmh
0.4m
0.4m
0.6m
1.0m
1.3m
1.2m
1.1m
0.9m
15.3s 14.5s 14.2s 14.1s 14.0s 13.4s 12.4s 13.0s
Wed 27th September
12 AM 3 AM 6 AM 9 AM 12 PM 3 PM 6 PM 9 PM
16
kmh
31
kmh
30
kmh
21
kmh
17
kmh
17
kmh
15
kmh
16
kmh
0.4m
0.8m
1.1m
0.8m
0.4m
0.4m
0.4m
0.4m
16.0s 15.7s 15.6s 15.1s 14.4s 14.3s 14.3s 14.3s
Thu 21st September
12:12 AM 6:23 AM 12:19 PM 6:40 PM
0.50 1.50 0.70 1.50
Fri 22nd September
1:03 AM 7:21 AM 1:21 PM 7:48 PM
0.70 1.40 0.80 1.40
Sat 23rd September
2:29 AM 8:56 AM 3:24 PM 9:42 PM
0.80 1.30 0.80 1.30
Sun 24th September
4:34 AM 10:57 AM 5:28 PM 11:35 PM
0.70 1.40 0.70 1.40
Mon 25th September
6:01 AM 12:15 PM 6:38 PM
0.60 1.50 0.60
Tue 26th September
12:43 AM 6:57 AM 1:08 PM 7:29 PM
1.50 0.50 1.70 0.40
Wed 27th September
1:33 AM 7:43 AM 1:52 PM 8:12 PM
1.70 0.40 1.80 0.30
Thu 21st September
16°
1.0mm
32kmh NNW
85%
Fri 22nd September
16°
0.0mm
11kmh W
56%
Sat 23rd September
15°
0.1mm
39kmh SSE
70%
Sun 24th September
15°
0.2mm
45kmh SE
69%
Mon 25th September
16°
0.2mm
30kmh S
45%
Tue 26th September
16°
0.0mm
16kmh SSE
5%
Wed 27th September
17°
0.0mm
12kmh SSE
7%
Thu 28th September
19°
0.0mm
6kmh WSW
6%
Fri 29th September
18°
0.0mm
10kmh SSW
3%
Sat 30th September
20°
0.0mm
31kmh SE
11%
Sun 1st October
20°
0.0mm
12kmh ESE
24%
Mon 2nd October
18°
0.0mm
43kmh SE
29%
Tue 3rd October
17°
0.0mm
42kmh ESE
34%
Wed 4th October
19°
0.0mm
22kmh ESE
29%

In the next 14 days average maximum daily temperatures will be 17° which is not so warm but sunbathing may be possible on some days. The average water temperature will be 14° 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 34%.

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

Taking a Holiday at Maclear Beach, Cape of Good Hope, Cape Town, Western Cape, South Africa

Taking a holiday at Maclear Beach, located in Cape of Good Hope, Cape Town, Western Cape, South Africa, is a fantastic way to relax and unwind. This stunning beach offers breathtaking views of the ocean and surrounding landscape. It is also part of the Table Mountain National Park, which means visitors can enjoy the beauty of the natural environment.

Beach Type

Maclear Beach has a unique combination of sand and rocks. The sand is golden yellow in color and fairly coarse in texture. The rocky areas create excellent opportunities for snorkeling and diving as they attract a variety of marine life. The beach also has tidal pools that provide safe swimming spots for families with children.

Beach Activities

There are several activities recommended on Maclear Beach:

  1. Snorkeling and diving: Due to the rocky shoreline, snorkeling and diving are popular activities on this beach. The rocks provide a habitat for various fish species and other marine life.

  2. Hiking: With its location within Table Mountain National Park, there are plenty of hiking trails nearby for visitors to explore and enjoy the stunning coastal scenery.

  3. Birdwatching: The area around Maclear Beach is home to many bird species, making it an ideal spot for bird enthusiasts.

  4. Photography: The beautiful landscape surrounding Maclear Beach makes it an excellent location for capturing unforgettable photos.

  5. Relaxation: Of course, one cannot forget simply relaxing on the sandy beach while soaking up the sun or enjoying a good book.

Accommodations

While there are no beach resorts or hotels directly on Maclear Beach due to its protected status within Table Mountain National Park, there are several accommodation options nearby in Cape Town's surrounding suburbs such as Simon's Town or Kalk Bay.

Areas to Stay In

  1. Simon's Town: This historic seaside town offers various accommodation options ranging from guesthouses to charming bed & breakfasts. It is also home to the South African Navy, which means there are several interesting museums and attractions to explore.

  2. Kalk Bay: Known for its quaint harbor and vibrant fishing community, Kalk Bay has a range of accommodations, including boutique hotels and cozy guesthouses. It is also famous for its antique shops and art galleries.

  3. Muizenberg: A popular beach destination in Cape Town, Muizenberg offers a variety of accommodation options from beachfront apartments to guesthouses. It is also known for its colorful beach huts and excellent surfing conditions.

Beach Amenities

Maclear Beach offers limited amenities due to its protected status within Table Mountain National Park. There are no lifeguards on duty, so visitors should exercise caution when swimming or participating in water activities. Public restrooms can be found nearby at the Cape of Good Hope entrance gate or at the Buffelsfontein Visitor Centre. Visitors should also bring their own refreshments as there are no food or drink vendors available directly on the beach.

Overall, a holiday at Maclear Beach promises a tranquil experience within an unspoiled natural setting – perfect for those seeking peace and relaxation by the ocean's edge.

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