Beach Weather in Clifton Beaches, Cape Town, South Africa

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Beach Weather Today in Clifton Beaches

Today the maximum temperature will be 16° which is a little too chilly 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 have 0.2mm of very light rain. Expect sunshine and sunny skies with an average cloud cover of 44%.

The winds will be side shore and very strong at 46kmh from the North. The strong winds will keep the temperatures feeling cooler.

Clifton Beaches faces West and the sunset will be visible over the ocean to the West at 05:58 PM. Unfortunately there are chances that 78% 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 Clifton Beaches

This weekend the average maximum daily temperatures will be 16° which is a little too chilly for sunbathing. The average water temperature will be 16° which is cool for swimming, shorty wetsuit may help you extend your time in the water.

There will be 2 days of light rain with an average of 4.8mm rain on those days. Saturday will have 0.2mm of rain and Sunday will have 9.3mm of rain. Expect sunny spells but some cloudy periods with an average cloud cover of 65%.

CLIFTON BEACHES - BEACH WEATHER FORECAST

Sat 9th May
12 AM 3 AM 6 AM 9 AM 12 PM 3 PM 6 PM 9 PM
15° 14° 14° 15° 17° 17° 16° 15°
0% 0% 0% 0% 100% 100% 78% 75%
0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.1mm 0.1mm
15°
15°
15°
15°
15°
15°
15°
15°
Sun 10th May
12 AM 3 AM 6 AM 9 AM 12 PM 3 PM 6 PM 9 PM
14° 12° 13° 14° 14° 13° 13° 13°
100% 100% 95% 64% 100% 61% 100% 81%
3.4mm 1.9mm 1.3mm 0.9mm 0.5mm 0.3mm 0.5mm 0.5mm
17°
17°
17°
17°
17°
17°
17°
17°
Mon 11th May
12 AM 3 AM 6 AM 9 AM 12 PM 3 PM 6 PM 9 PM
14° 14° 15° 16° 16° 17° 17° 17°
91% 69% 100% 100% 100% 81% 100% 100%
0.1mm 0.3mm 1.3mm 2.1mm 9.9mm 0.7mm 4.4mm 0.4mm
15°
15°
15°
15°
15°
15°
15°
15°
Tue 12th May
12 AM 3 AM 6 AM 9 AM 12 PM 3 PM 6 PM 9 PM
17° 16° 16° 16° 16° 16° 16° 16°
100% 100% 100% 100% 100% 100% 63% 70%
1.2mm 0.8mm 0.0mm 0.1mm 0.1mm 0.6mm 0.3mm 0.1mm
15°
15°
15°
15°
15°
15°
15°
15°
Wed 13th May
12 AM 3 AM 6 AM 9 AM 12 PM 3 PM 6 PM 9 PM
16° 16° 15° 16° 16° 16° 16° 15°
67% 72% 75% 98% 92% 57% 28% 48%
0.2mm 0.1mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm
15°
15°
15°
15°
15°
17°
17°
17°
Thu 14th May
12 AM 3 AM 6 AM 9 AM 12 PM 3 PM 6 PM 9 PM
15° 14° 14° 15° 18° 18° 17° 16°
51% 17% 14% 7% 7% 7% 5% 5%
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 15th May
12 AM 3 AM 6 AM 9 AM 12 PM 3 PM 6 PM 9 PM
16° 15° 15° 16° 18° 17° 17° 16°
0% 0% 0% 17% 68% 77% 46% 79%
0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.1mm 0.2mm 0.0mm 0.1mm
17°
17°
17°
17°
17°
17°
17°
17°
Sat 9th May
12 AM 3 AM 6 AM 9 AM 12 PM 3 PM 6 PM 9 PM
9
kmh
3
kmh
9
kmh
15
kmh
27
kmh
33
kmh
39
kmh
46
kmh
0.2m
0.1m
0.3m
0.5m
0.8m
1.1m
1.3m
1.6m
14.3s 14.0s 13.6s 13.4s 13.5s 14.0s 13.6s 13.5s
Sun 10th May
12 AM 3 AM 6 AM 9 AM 12 PM 3 PM 6 PM 9 PM
40
kmh
30
kmh
27
kmh
38
kmh
53
kmh
58
kmh
58
kmh
50
kmh
2.1m
1.2m
1.3m
1.6m
2.3m
2.2m
2.1m
1.7m
13.3s 12.9s 12.7s 11.7s 11.6s 11.4s 11.2s 11.2s
Mon 11th May
12 AM 3 AM 6 AM 9 AM 12 PM 3 PM 6 PM 9 PM
42
kmh
60
kmh
80
kmh
83
kmh
63
kmh
42
kmh
64
kmh
45
kmh
1.3m
2.3m
3.4m
2.8m
1.0m
0.9m
1.3m
1.0m
12.1s 12.1s 11.8s 11.2s 12.6s 12.5s 12.4s 12.2s
Tue 12th May
12 AM 3 AM 6 AM 9 AM 12 PM 3 PM 6 PM 9 PM
50
kmh
35
kmh
29
kmh
21
kmh
19
kmh
28
kmh
30
kmh
24
kmh
1.7m
2.0m
1.9m
1.8m
1.6m
1.0m
0.6m
0.6m
11.9s 12.0s 12.5s 12.5s 12.6s 12.3s 11.5s 11.5s
Wed 13th May
12 AM 3 AM 6 AM 9 AM 12 PM 3 PM 6 PM 9 PM
30
kmh
28
kmh
27
kmh
19
kmh
13
kmh
9
kmh
8
kmh
6
kmh
0.8m
0.8m
0.8m
0.6m
0.4m
0.3m
0.2m
0.2m
11.6s 11.3s 11.4s 11.8s 11.8s 11.8s 11.8s 11.7s
Thu 14th May
12 AM 3 AM 6 AM 9 AM 12 PM 3 PM 6 PM 9 PM
8
kmh
9
kmh
7
kmh
3
kmh
3
kmh
9
kmh
13
kmh
11
kmh
0.2m
0.1m
0.2m
0.3m
0.6m
0.7m
0.9m
0.8m
11.7s 11.4s 11.2s 11.0s 10.9s 10.7s 10.5s 10.5s
Fri 15th May
12 AM 3 AM 6 AM 9 AM 12 PM 3 PM 6 PM 9 PM
11
kmh
10
kmh
8
kmh
10
kmh
15
kmh
18
kmh
19
kmh
15
kmh
0.3m
0.6m
1.3m
1.4m
1.2m
0.7m
0.8m
0.9m
11.5s 13.3s 13.4s 13.3s 13.1s 12.8s 13.2s 14.5s
Sat 9th May
2:02 AM 8:07 AM 2:22 PM 9:10 PM
0.81 1.23 0.75 1.32
Sun 10th May
3:46 AM 9:43 AM 3:53 PM 10:27 PM
0.79 1.22 0.74 1.38
Mon 11th May
5:01 AM 11:03 AM 5:04 PM 11:25 PM
0.69 1.29 0.68 1.48
Tue 12th May
5:55 AM 12:02 PM 5:59 PM
0.56 1.40 0.59
Wed 13th May
12:14 AM 6:40 AM 12:50 PM 6:47 PM
1.60 0.42 1.52 0.49
Thu 14th May
12:58 AM 7:22 AM 1:33 PM 7:32 PM
1.71 0.30 1.63 0.40
Fri 15th May
1:42 AM 8:04 AM 2:16 PM 8:16 PM
1.80 0.20 1.72 0.32
Sat 9th May
17°
0.2mm
20kmh NNW
44%
Sun 10th May
14°
9.3mm
43kmh W
87%
Mon 11th May
17°
19.2mm
60kmh NW
92%
Tue 12th May
17°
3.2mm
13kmh NW
91%
Wed 13th May
16°
0.3mm
8kmh W
67%
Thu 14th May
19°
0.0mm
4kmh SSE
14%
Fri 15th May
18°
0.4mm
11kmh NW
35%
Sat 16th May
17°
0.4mm
26kmh SSE
47%
Sun 17th May
18°
0.0mm
25kmh SE
0%
Mon 18th May
18°
0.0mm
15kmh SSE
2%
Tue 19th May
19°
0.0mm
16kmh SSE
8%
Wed 20th May
20°
0.0mm
4kmh S
0%
Thu 21st May
17°
0.3mm
16kmh NNW
63%
Fri 22nd May
17°
0.0mm
32kmh SSE
27%

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 16° which is cool for swimming, shorty wetsuit may help you extend your time in the water. There will be 8 days of light rain with an average of 4.2mm rain on those days. Average cloud cover will be 41%.

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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