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Beach Weather Today in Clifton Beaches

Today the maximum temperature will be 18° which is not so warm but sunbathing may be possible. Today the 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.

Today will be dry with no rain showers. Expect plentiful sunshine and mostly clear blue skies with an average cloud cover of 1%.

The winds will be cross-on shore and moderate at 25kmh from the South-Southwest. The moderate winds will keep the temperatures feeling cooler. The moderate onshore winds may make conditions a little more choppy for swimming.

Clifton Beaches faces West and the sunset will be visible over the ocean to the West at 07:53 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 Clifton Beaches

Today - Sunday the maximum daily temperatures will be 18° which is not so warm but sunbathing may be possible. Today the 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.

Today, Sunday will be dry with no rain showers. Expect plentiful sunshine and mostly clear blue skies with an average cloud cover of 1%.

CLIFTON BEACHES - BEACH WEATHER FORECAST

Sun 14th December
12 AM 3 AM 6 AM 9 AM 12 PM 3 PM 6 PM 9 PM
16° 15° 16° 18° 20° 20° 20° 18°
10% 3% 2% 0% 0% 0% 0% 0%
0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm
14°
14°
14°
14°
14°
14°
14°
14°
Mon 15th December
12 AM 3 AM 6 AM 9 AM 12 PM 3 PM 6 PM 9 PM
17° 17° 17° 20° 22° 22° 21° 19°
0% 0% 0% 0% 0% 0% 0% 3%
0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm
14°
14°
14°
14°
14°
14°
14°
14°
Tue 16th December
12 AM 3 AM 6 AM 9 AM 12 PM 3 PM 6 PM 9 PM
18° 17° 17° 20° 20° 21° 19° 18°
0% 0% 3% 37% 6% 4% 62% 92%
0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.1mm
14°
14°
14°
14°
14°
14°
14°
14°
Wed 17th December
12 AM 3 AM 6 AM 9 AM 12 PM 3 PM 6 PM 9 PM
17° 17° 17° 18° 18° 18° 18° 17°
82% 51% 25% 59% 14% 21% 40% 57%
0.5mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm
14°
14°
14°
14°
14°
14°
14°
14°
Thu 18th December
12 AM 3 AM 6 AM 9 AM 12 PM 3 PM 6 PM 9 PM
17° 16° 17° 18° 20° 21° 20° 18°
38% 73% 75% 93% 62% 2% 0% 0%
0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm
14°
14°
14°
14°
14°
16°
16°
16°
Fri 19th December
12 AM 3 AM 6 AM 9 AM 12 PM 3 PM 6 PM 9 PM
18° 17° 18° 20° 22° 22° 21° 19°
0% 0% 0% 0% 0% 0% 0% 0%
0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm
16°
16°
16°
16°
16°
16°
16°
16°
Sat 20th December
12 AM 3 AM 6 AM 9 AM 12 PM 3 PM 6 PM 9 PM
19° 18° 18° 21° 25° 26° 23° 21°
0% 0% 0% 0% 0% 0% 0% 0%
0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm
16°
16°
16°
16°
16°
16°
16°
16°
Sun 14th December
12 AM 3 AM 6 AM 9 AM 12 PM 3 PM 6 PM 9 PM
15
kmh
12
kmh
12
kmh
9
kmh
22
kmh
25
kmh
23
kmh
21
kmh
0.4m
0.3m
0.3m
0.2m
0.5m
0.6m
0.7m
0.5m
12.4s 12.3s 12.0s 11.8s 11.7s 11.5s 11.2s 11.2s
Mon 15th December
12 AM 3 AM 6 AM 9 AM 12 PM 3 PM 6 PM 9 PM
17
kmh
19
kmh
15
kmh
12
kmh
17
kmh
24
kmh
24
kmh
21
kmh
0.5m
0.4m
0.4m
0.3m
0.5m
0.7m
0.7m
0.5m
11.1s 11.2s 11.3s 11.7s 12.0s 12.2s 12.5s 12.6s
Tue 16th December
12 AM 3 AM 6 AM 9 AM 12 PM 3 PM 6 PM 9 PM
18
kmh
15
kmh
4
kmh
13
kmh
23
kmh
27
kmh
32
kmh
34
kmh
0.4m
0.2m
0.3m
0.7m
1.0m
1.1m
1.1m
0.9m
12.7s 12.6s 12.5s 12.4s 12.3s 12.2s 12.3s 8.8s
Wed 17th December
12 AM 3 AM 6 AM 9 AM 12 PM 3 PM 6 PM 9 PM
20
kmh
35
kmh
32
kmh
32
kmh
32
kmh
28
kmh
26
kmh
26
kmh
0.8m
1.0m
0.6m
0.9m
0.9m
0.8m
0.9m
0.6m
9.5s 14.3s 10.6s 11.4s 11.3s 11.0s 12.4s 10.0s
Thu 18th December
12 AM 3 AM 6 AM 9 AM 12 PM 3 PM 6 PM 9 PM
18
kmh
12
kmh
9
kmh
3
kmh
13
kmh
26
kmh
28
kmh
29
kmh
0.5m
0.8m
0.8m
0.8m
1.2m
1.8m
1.8m
2.0m
9.7s 10.9s 10.1s 10.4s 11.1s 11.5s 11.4s 11.4s
Fri 19th December
12 AM 3 AM 6 AM 9 AM 12 PM 3 PM 6 PM 9 PM
29
kmh
29
kmh
30
kmh
27
kmh
31
kmh
37
kmh
42
kmh
45
kmh
1.9m
1.7m
1.5m
1.2m
1.3m
1.8m
2.1m
1.9m
11.3s 11.2s 10.9s 10.6s 11.5s 13.2s 12.7s 12.0s
Sat 20th December
12 AM 3 AM 6 AM 9 AM 12 PM 3 PM 6 PM 9 PM
46
kmh
41
kmh
37
kmh
32
kmh
31
kmh
40
kmh
49
kmh
49
kmh
1.6m
1.6m
1.3m
1.0m
1.2m
1.8m
2.2m
2.0m
11.9s 11.6s 11.0s 10.7s 10.7s 13.6s 19.0s 18.0s
Sun 14th December
5:19 AM 11:31 AM 6:12 PM
0.73 1.44 0.60
Mon 15th December
12:18 AM 6:13 AM 12:20 PM 6:54 PM
1.31 0.71 1.47 0.55
Tue 16th December
1:01 AM 6:59 AM 1:02 PM 7:31 PM
1.37 0.66 1.50 0.50
Wed 17th December
1:39 AM 7:39 AM 1:40 PM 8:05 PM
1.44 0.62 1.54 0.45
Thu 18th December
2:15 AM 8:16 AM 2:17 PM 8:38 PM
1.50 0.57 1.57 0.41
Fri 19th December
2:50 AM 8:51 AM 2:52 PM 9:11 PM
1.55 0.53 1.60 0.38
Sat 20th December
3:24 AM 9:25 AM 3:27 PM 9:43 PM
1.59 0.51 1.61 0.36
Sun 14th December
20°
0.0mm
17kmh SSW
1%
Mon 15th December
22°
0.0mm
14kmh SSW
0%
Tue 16th December
21°
0.1mm
19kmh NNW
25%
Wed 17th December
18°
0.5mm
27kmh SW
43%
Thu 18th December
21°
0.0mm
13kmh SSW
42%
Fri 19th December
22°
0.0mm
23kmh S
0%
Sat 20th December
26°
0.0mm
21kmh SSE
0%
Sun 21st December
25°
0.0mm
32kmh SSE
8%
Mon 22nd December
28°
0.0mm
18kmh SSE
21%
Tue 23rd December
25°
0.0mm
13kmh SW
10%
Wed 24th December
24°
0.0mm
22kmh S
62%
Thu 25th December
23°
0.0mm
25kmh S
10%
Fri 26th December
22°
0.3mm
14kmh WSW
16%
Sat 27th December
20°
0.5mm
20kmh W
73%

In the next 14 days average maximum daily temperatures will be 23° which is warm and pleasant for sunbathing. 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 4 days of very light rain with an average of 0.4mm rain on those days. Average cloud cover will be 22%.

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

Taking a Holiday at Clifton Beaches, Cape Town, Western Cape, South Africa

Taking a holiday at Clifton Beaches in Cape Town, Western Cape, South Africa is an unforgettable experience. This beautiful beach destination is nestled along the Atlantic Seaboard and offers stunning coastal views, pristine beaches, and a variety of activities for all ages. From sunbathing to water sports, there's something for everyone at Clifton Beaches.

Beach Type

Clifton Beaches are made up of four smaller beaches, each with its own unique characteristics. The sand on these beaches is soft and golden, providing a comfortable surface for sunbathing and beach games. While the beaches themselves may not have many rocky areas or reefs ideal for snorkeling or diving, there are nearby locations such as the Camps Bay tidal pool where you can enjoy these activities and explore the diverse marine life.

Beach Activities

Some of the popular beach activities at Clifton Beaches include:

  1. Sunbathing: With its soft golden sand and beautiful coastal views, Clifton Beaches are perfect for relaxing in the sun and working on your tan.
  2. Swimming: The crystal-clear waters at Clifton Beaches are ideal for swimming, although they can be quite chilly due to the Atlantic Ocean currents.
  3. Surfing: While not as renowned as other surf spots in Cape Town, Clifton Beaches can still offer some fun waves for surfing enthusiasts.
  4. Beach volleyball: With expansive stretches of sand available, beach volleyball is a popular activity among locals and tourists alike.
  5. Picnicking: Many visitors bring their own picnic baskets to enjoy a meal while taking in the breathtaking views.

Accommodations

While there are no hotels or resorts directly on Clifton Beaches, several luxurious accommodations options can be found nearby:

  1. The Marly: A boutique hotel located just a short walk from Camps Bay Beach.
  2. 21 Nettleton: An elegant guesthouse offering spectacular views of the Atlantic Ocean.
  3. South Beach Camps Bay: A modern apartment hotel located near the beach and local restaurants.

Areas to Stay In

When visiting Clifton Beaches, consider staying in the following areas:

  1. Camps Bay: Just a short distance from Clifton Beaches, Camps Bay offers a lively atmosphere with plenty of restaurants, bars, and shops. It's also home to a beautiful beach and the popular Camps Bay tidal pool.
  2. Bantry Bay: For a quieter experience, Bantry Bay is an upscale residential area with stunning ocean views and easy access to nearby beaches.
  3. Sea Point: A bustling suburb with a variety of accommodation options, Sea Point is conveniently located near both Clifton Beaches and other attractions in Cape Town.

Beach Amenities

Amenities at Clifton Beaches include:

  • Public restrooms
  • Lifeguards on duty during peak season
  • Parking (limited)
  • Nearby shops and restaurants in Camps Bay

While visiting Clifton Beaches in Cape Town, you'll not only enjoy breathtaking coastal views but also have the opportunity to partake in various beach activities suitable for all ages. With nearby accommodations and amenities available, it's no wonder why this destination is popular among tourists seeking a memorable beach holiday experience.

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