Beach Weather in False Bay, Cape Town, South Africa

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19°
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Beach Weather Today in False Bay

Today the maximum temperature will be 17° which is not so warm but sunbathing may be possible. Today the water temperature will be 13° 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 sunshine and sunny skies with an average cloud cover of 41%.

The winds will be on shore and moderate at 18kmh 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.

False Bay faces South and sunset will be visible over the beach shoreline to the West at 05:46 PM. Unfortunately there are chances that 76% 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 False Bay

This weekend the average maximum daily temperatures will be 17° which is a little too chilly for sunbathing. The average water temperature will be 13° which is cold for swimming, a full wet suit is required to spend any length of time in the sea.

There will be no rainy days at all this weekend. Expect plentiful sunshine and mostly clear blue skies with an average cloud cover of 0%.

FALSE BAY - BEACH WEATHER FORECAST

Fri 29th May
12 AM 3 AM 6 AM 9 AM 12 PM 3 PM 6 PM 9 PM
14° 13° 12° 15° 18° 19° 14° 13°
47% 23% 11% 75% 100% 0% 76% 0%
0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm
13°
13°
13°
13°
13°
13°
13°
13°
Sat 30th May
12 AM 3 AM 6 AM 9 AM 12 PM 3 PM 6 PM 9 PM
13° 13° 12° 14° 19° 19° 14° 13°
2% 0% 0% 0% 0% 0% 0% 0%
0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm
13°
13°
13°
13°
13°
13°
13°
13°
Sun 31st May
12 AM 3 AM 6 AM 9 AM 12 PM 3 PM 6 PM 9 PM
13° 12° 12° 15° 21° 22° 16° 15°
0% 0% 0% 0% 4% 0% 0% 0%
0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm
13°
13°
13°
13°
13°
13°
13°
13°
Mon 1st June
12 AM 3 AM 6 AM 9 AM 12 PM 3 PM 6 PM 9 PM
15° 15° 14° 15° 21° 21° 16° 15°
8% 27% 34% 15% 6% 3% 22% 47%
0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm
13°
13°
13°
13°
13°
13°
13°
13°
Tue 2nd June
12 AM 3 AM 6 AM 9 AM 12 PM 3 PM 6 PM 9 PM
15° 14° 14° 15° 16° 16° 14° 13°
57% 100% 100% 100% 51% 88% 84% 51%
0.0mm 1.4mm 0.9mm 0.4mm 0.1mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm
13°
13°
13°
13°
13°
15°
15°
15°
Wed 3rd June
12 AM 3 AM 6 AM 9 AM 12 PM 3 PM 6 PM 9 PM
12° 11° 11° 13° 16° 16° 14° 13°
9% 4% 27% 77% 79% 87% 87% 62%
0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm
16°
17°
17°
17°
17°
17°
17°
17°
Thu 4th June
12 AM 3 AM 6 AM 9 AM 12 PM 3 PM 6 PM 9 PM
12° 12° 11° 13° 16° 17° 14° 11°
13% 8% 3% 3% 26% 49% 0% 0%
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 29th May
12 AM 3 AM 6 AM 9 AM 12 PM 3 PM 6 PM 9 PM
18
kmh
15
kmh
17
kmh
18
kmh
15
kmh
15
kmh
15
kmh
15
kmh
0.5m
0.5m
0.8m
0.8m
0.7m
0.6m
0.7m
0.6m
14.3s 14.2s 14.0s 13.7s 13.5s 13.4s 13.3s 13.3s
Sat 30th May
12 AM 3 AM 6 AM 9 AM 12 PM 3 PM 6 PM 9 PM
15
kmh
18
kmh
20
kmh
21
kmh
21
kmh
22
kmh
22
kmh
24
kmh
0.5m
0.6m
0.6m
0.6m
0.7m
0.8m
0.8m
0.9m
13.2s 12.9s 12.7s 12.5s 12.1s 11.9s 11.8s 11.7s
Sun 31st May
12 AM 3 AM 6 AM 9 AM 12 PM 3 PM 6 PM 9 PM
22
kmh
21
kmh
21
kmh
19
kmh
18
kmh
14
kmh
12
kmh
7
kmh
0.8m
0.5m
0.4m
0.3m
0.2m
0.2m
0.2m
0.2m
11.7s 11.6s 11.5s 11.3s 11.1s 10.9s 11.3s 11.6s
Mon 1st June
12 AM 3 AM 6 AM 9 AM 12 PM 3 PM 6 PM 9 PM
1
kmh
8
kmh
8
kmh
9
kmh
13
kmh
17
kmh
17
kmh
18
kmh
0.1m
0.1m
0.1m
0.1m
0.2m
0.4m
0.6m
0.6m
11.4s 11.1s 11.0s 10.9s 10.8s 10.9s 12.8s 12.3s
Tue 2nd June
12 AM 3 AM 6 AM 9 AM 12 PM 3 PM 6 PM 9 PM
20
kmh
15
kmh
9
kmh
26
kmh
26
kmh
32
kmh
37
kmh
41
kmh
0.7m
0.7m
0.7m
0.8m
0.7m
1.4m
1.6m
1.6m
12.0s 11.7s 11.5s 11.2s 10.9s 10.5s 10.2s 10.4s
Wed 3rd June
12 AM 3 AM 6 AM 9 AM 12 PM 3 PM 6 PM 9 PM
41
kmh
44
kmh
46
kmh
46
kmh
48
kmh
49
kmh
47
kmh
45
kmh
1.7m
1.8m
1.9m
1.9m
1.8m
1.9m
2.0m
2.0m
10.8s 11.8s 12.2s 12.3s 12.1s 11.9s 11.7s 11.6s
Thu 4th June
12 AM 3 AM 6 AM 9 AM 12 PM 3 PM 6 PM 9 PM
44
kmh
45
kmh
45
kmh
41
kmh
39
kmh
42
kmh
46
kmh
43
kmh
1.9m
1.8m
1.8m
1.6m
1.3m
1.5m
2.0m
2.0m
11.4s 11.2s 11.0s 11.0s 10.9s 10.8s 10.7s 10.5s
Fri 29th May
6:07 AM 12:07 PM 6:14 PM
0.33 1.39 0.38
Sat 30th May
12:18 AM 6:42 AM 12:43 PM 6:50 PM
1.50 0.31 1.42 0.37
Sun 31st May
12:53 AM 7:15 AM 1:17 PM 7:25 PM
1.50 0.30 1.43 0.38
Mon 1st June
1:27 AM 7:49 AM 1:53 PM 8:00 PM
1.49 0.31 1.43 0.40
Tue 2nd June
2:03 AM 8:23 AM 2:30 PM 8:36 PM
1.46 0.33 1.41 0.43
Wed 3rd June
2:40 AM 8:58 AM 3:09 PM 9:14 PM
1.42 0.36 1.37 0.47
Thu 4th June
3:19 AM 9:34 AM 3:50 PM 9:54 PM
1.37 0.41 1.33 0.52
Fri 29th May
19°
0.0mm
6kmh SSE
41%
Sat 30th May
19°
0.0mm
12kmh SSE
0%
Sun 31st May
22°
0.0mm
5kmh S
0%
Mon 1st June
21°
0.0mm
11kmh NW
20%
Tue 2nd June
17°
2.8mm
15kmh SSE
78%
Wed 3rd June
16°
0.0mm
26kmh ESE
54%
Thu 4th June
17°
0.0mm
21kmh ESE
12%
Fri 5th June
18°
0.0mm
9kmh ESE
0%
Sat 6th June
18°
0.0mm
4kmh WSW
5%
Sun 7th June
19°
0.0mm
5kmh SSE
19%
Mon 8th June
20°
0.0mm
4kmh ESE
34%
Tue 9th June
21°
0.0mm
9kmh NNW
3%
Wed 10th June
20°
0.0mm
14kmh NNW
78%
Thu 11th June
18°
0.0mm
23kmh NNW
33%

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 14° which is cold for swimming, a full wet suit is required to spend any length of time in the sea. There will be no rainy days at all. Average cloud cover will be 27%.

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

Taking a Holiday at False Bay, Cape Town, Western Cape, South Africa

Taking a holiday at the beautiful False Bay in Cape Town, Western Cape, South Africa is an experience you won't forget. This picturesque bay boasts a stunning coastline and a variety of beaches to suit every taste. From swimming with penguins to exploring shipwrecks, there's something for everyone to enjoy in this idyllic setting.

Beach Type

False Bay features various beach types depending on the area you visit. The eastern side of the bay is home to powdery white sand beaches, while the western side has more coarse yellow sand mixed with pebbles and rocks.

The rocky areas and reefs along the shoreline provide excellent opportunities for snorkeling and diving, as these environments are teeming with marine life. Fish and other aquatic species are attracted to these spots, making them perfect for underwater exploration.

Beach Activities

  1. Snorkeling and Diving: As mentioned earlier, False Bay's rocky reefs make it an ideal spot for snorkelers and divers looking to observe a wide variety of marine life.
  2. Swimming with Penguins: Boulders Beach in False Bay is famous for its colony of African penguins. Visitors can swim alongside these adorable creatures in the clear waters.
  3. Surfing: Muizenberg Beach is known as one of the best surfing spots in Cape Town, with consistent waves suitable for beginners and experienced surfers alike.
  4. Kayaking: Paddle through False Bay's calm waters while enjoying views of the surrounding mountains and marine life such as seals and dolphins.
  5. Hiking: The surrounding mountains offer excellent hiking trails that provide breathtaking views of False Bay's coastline.

Accommodations

There are several beach resorts and hotels around False Bay that cater to different tastes and budgets. Some popular options include:

  1. The St James Manor
  2. Whale View Manor Guesthouse & Spa
  3. Blueview B&B
  4. The Majestic Apartments

Areas to Stay In

  1. Muizenberg: Known for its vibrant surf culture, Muizenberg is a great area to stay in for those looking to catch some waves or enjoy the laid-back beach vibe.
  2. Kalk Bay: This charming fishing village offers a variety of restaurants, shops, and art galleries. It's an ideal place to stay if you're looking for a relaxed atmosphere and stunning views.
  3. Simon's Town: Home to the South African Navy, Simon's Town boasts beautiful Victorian architecture and the famous Boulders Beach with its penguin colony.

Beach Amenities

False Bay beaches offer various amenities to ensure a comfortable and enjoyable beach experience:

  1. Lifeguards on duty during peak season
  2. Public restrooms and changing facilities
  3. Beachfront cafes and restaurants
  4. Picnic areas and braai (barbecue) facilities
  5. Parking spaces near the beaches

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