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 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 have 8.3mm of moderate rain. Expect overcast skies and very little possibility of sunshine with an average cloud cover of 88%.

The winds will be cross-on shore and extremely strong at 82kmh from the North West. The strong winds will keep the temperatures feeling cooler. The very strong onshore winds may make conditions rough for swimming.

Clifton Beaches faces West and the sunset will be visible over the ocean to the West at 05:57 PM. Unfortunately there are chances that 66% 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 18° which is not so warm but sunbathing may be possible. 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 no rainy days at all this weekend. Expect plentiful sunshine and mostly clear blue skies with an average cloud cover of 24%.

CLIFTON BEACHES - BEACH WEATHER FORECAST

Mon 11th May
12 AM 3 AM 6 AM 9 AM 12 PM 3 PM 6 PM 9 PM
13° 14° 13° 15° 17° 17° 17° 17°
51% 100% 100% 100% 100% 100% 66% 90%
0.2mm 0.2mm 2.1mm 2.5mm 1.0mm 1.2mm 0.4mm 0.7mm
14°
14°
14°
14°
14°
14°
14°
14°
Tue 12th May
12 AM 3 AM 6 AM 9 AM 12 PM 3 PM 6 PM 9 PM
17° 18° 16° 17° 17° 17° 17° 16°
100% 100% 100% 97% 100% 100% 66% 57%
0.6mm 2.5mm 0.6mm 0.8mm 2.7mm 0.0mm 0.1mm 0.0mm
14°
14°
14°
14°
14°
14°
14°
14°
Wed 13th May
12 AM 3 AM 6 AM 9 AM 12 PM 3 PM 6 PM 9 PM
15° 15° 15° 15° 16° 16° 15° 15°
53% 84% 89% 85% 69% 74% 81% 6%
0.1mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.1mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm
14°
14°
14°
14°
14°
14°
14°
14°
Thu 14th May
12 AM 3 AM 6 AM 9 AM 12 PM 3 PM 6 PM 9 PM
14° 13° 13° 14° 17° 17° 16° 15°
8% 6% 12% 6% 5% 5% 5% 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°
Fri 15th May
12 AM 3 AM 6 AM 9 AM 12 PM 3 PM 6 PM 9 PM
15° 15° 14° 16° 18° 19° 17° 17°
0% 0% 0% 3% 0% 0% 0% 1%
0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm
14°
14°
14°
14°
14°
16°
16°
16°
Sat 16th May
12 AM 3 AM 6 AM 9 AM 12 PM 3 PM 6 PM 9 PM
16° 16° 16° 16° 18° 19° 18° 16°
0% 0% 0% 0% 0% 0% 2% 12%
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 17th May
12 AM 3 AM 6 AM 9 AM 12 PM 3 PM 6 PM 9 PM
15° 14° 14° 15° 18° 20° 19° 17°
28% 28% 46% 96% 86% 57% 26% 11%
0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm
16°
16°
16°
16°
16°
16°
16°
16°
Mon 11th May
12 AM 3 AM 6 AM 9 AM 12 PM 3 PM 6 PM 9 PM
43
kmh
42
kmh
68
kmh
82
kmh
72
kmh
67
kmh
57
kmh
50
kmh
1.4m
1.9m
2.8m
3.3m
2.7m
2.5m
1.8m
1.6m
11.5s 11.9s 11.9s 10.9s 12.1s 12.6s 12.7s 12.6s
Tue 12th May
12 AM 3 AM 6 AM 9 AM 12 PM 3 PM 6 PM 9 PM
50
kmh
62
kmh
25
kmh
21
kmh
50
kmh
28
kmh
26
kmh
24
kmh
1.5m
2.2m
0.7m
0.6m
1.5m
0.7m
0.6m
0.6m
12.4s 12.3s 12.3s 12.3s 12.5s 12.4s 12.3s 11.9s
Wed 13th May
12 AM 3 AM 6 AM 9 AM 12 PM 3 PM 6 PM 9 PM
31
kmh
30
kmh
30
kmh
27
kmh
18
kmh
14
kmh
9
kmh
12
kmh
0.8m
0.9m
0.9m
0.7m
0.5m
0.4m
0.2m
0.2m
11.9s 12.0s 12.3s 11.8s 11.9s 12.0s 11.9s 11.8s
Thu 14th May
12 AM 3 AM 6 AM 9 AM 12 PM 3 PM 6 PM 9 PM
10
kmh
9
kmh
11
kmh
8
kmh
10
kmh
15
kmh
16
kmh
13
kmh
0.1m
0.1m
0.1m
0.1m
0.2m
0.4m
0.1m
1.4m
11.7s 11.5s 11.2s 11.1s 11.1s 11.0s 10.9s 11.1s
Fri 15th May
12 AM 3 AM 6 AM 9 AM 12 PM 3 PM 6 PM 9 PM
13
kmh
21
kmh
22
kmh
24
kmh
24
kmh
24
kmh
29
kmh
31
kmh
0.3m
0.9m
1.0m
0.9m
0.5m
0.7m
0.8m
0.8m
11.1s 14.4s 14.2s 14.0s 13.9s 13.7s 13.6s 13.5s
Sat 16th May
12 AM 3 AM 6 AM 9 AM 12 PM 3 PM 6 PM 9 PM
33
kmh
36
kmh
38
kmh
40
kmh
39
kmh
37
kmh
39
kmh
35
kmh
0.8m
0.8m
0.9m
0.8m
0.8m
0.8m
0.9m
0.8m
13.5s 13.2s 12.9s 12.5s 12.2s 12.4s 13.2s 13.0s
Sun 17th May
12 AM 3 AM 6 AM 9 AM 12 PM 3 PM 6 PM 9 PM
30
kmh
30
kmh
27
kmh
17
kmh
10
kmh
10
kmh
14
kmh
16
kmh
0.8m
0.9m
1.0m
1.0m
1.1m
1.3m
1.4m
1.3m
12.8s 12.6s 12.6s 13.2s 14.5s 14.1s 13.7s 13.4s
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 16th May
2:26 AM 8:47 AM 2:58 PM 9:01 PM
1.86 0.15 1.77 0.27
Sun 17th May
3:11 AM 9:30 AM 3:42 PM 9:47 PM
1.88 0.14 1.79 0.27
Mon 11th May
18°
8.3mm
59kmh WNW
88%
Tue 12th May
18°
7.3mm
40kmh NW
90%
Wed 13th May
16°
0.2mm
13kmh WSW
67%
Thu 14th May
17°
0.0mm
8kmh S
6%
Fri 15th May
19°
0.0mm
14kmh SSE
0%
Sat 16th May
19°
0.0mm
26kmh SE
1%
Sun 17th May
20°
0.0mm
9kmh SE
47%
Mon 18th May
20°
0.0mm
18kmh SSE
0%
Tue 19th May
22°
0.0mm
6kmh SE
10%
Wed 20th May
23°
0.3mm
9kmh E
33%
Thu 21st May
19°
0.5mm
5kmh NNW
41%
Fri 22nd May
17°
1.1mm
9kmh NNW
52%
Sat 23rd May
17°
0.1mm
6kmh SSE
39%
Sun 24th May
19°
0.0mm
5kmh ENE
17%

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 15° which is cold for swimming, a full wet suit is required to spend any length of time in the sea. There will be 7 days of light rain with an average of 2.5mm rain on those days. Average cloud cover will be 35%.

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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