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Beach Weather Today in False Bay

Today the maximum temperature will be 16° which is too cold 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 0.7mm of very light rain. Expect sunny spells but some cloudy periods with an average cloud cover of 64%.

The winds will be cross-off shore and strong at 37kmh from the North. The strong winds will make the temperatures feel colder.

False Bay faces South and sunset will be visible over the beach shoreline to the West at 06:00 PM. Unfortunately very heavy cloud cover of 100% 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 16° 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

07:46 AM 06:00 PM

12:50 PM

02:41 AM

Thu 23rd July

12 AM	3 AM	6 AM	9 AM	12 PM	3 PM	6 PM	9 PM

8°	9°	8°	12°	13°	14°	12°	13°
2%	27%	54%	96%	100%	75%	100%	63%
0.0mm	0.0mm	0.0mm	0.1mm	0.1mm	0.4mm	0.1mm	0.0mm
15°	15°	15°	15°	15°	15°	15°	15°

07:45 AM 06:01 PM

01:29 PM

03:41 AM

Fri 24th July

12 AM	3 AM	6 AM	9 AM	12 PM	3 PM	6 PM	9 PM

11°	8°	8°	11°	16°	17°	11°	10°
4%	0%	2%	0%	0%	0%	0%	0%
0.0mm	0.0mm	0.0mm	0.0mm	0.0mm	0.0mm	0.0mm	0.0mm
15°	15°	15°	15°	15°	15°	15°	15°

07:45 AM 06:01 PM

02:13 PM

04:38 AM

Sat 25th July

12 AM	3 AM	6 AM	9 AM	12 PM	3 PM	6 PM	9 PM

10°	9°	9°	12°	20°	21°	14°	13°
0%	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°

07:44 AM 06:02 PM

03:04 PM

05:32 AM

Sun 26th July

12 AM	3 AM	6 AM	9 AM	12 PM	3 PM	6 PM	9 PM

13°	13°	13°	16°	21°	19°	14°	12°
0%	0%	0%	0%	0%	0%	0%	7%
0.0mm	0.0mm	0.0mm	0.0mm	0.0mm	0.0mm	0.0mm	0.0mm
13°	13°	13°	13°	13°	13°	13°	13°

07:43 AM 06:03 PM

04:00 PM

06:21 AM

Mon 27th July

12 AM	3 AM	6 AM	9 AM	12 PM	3 PM	6 PM	9 PM

11°	11°	11°	14°	17°	17°	14°	15°
11%	6%	87%	14%	18%	88%	11%	76%
0.0mm	0.0mm	0.0mm	0.0mm	0.0mm	0.0mm	0.0mm	0.1mm
13°	13°	13°	13°	13°	15°	15°	15°

07:43 AM 06:03 PM

04:59 PM

07:04 AM

Tue 28th July

12 AM	3 AM	6 AM	9 AM	12 PM	3 PM	6 PM	9 PM

14°	14°	14°	15°	16°	16°	15°	14°
74%	71%	63%	70%	59%	53%	54%	47%
0.1mm	0.0mm	0.1mm	0.1mm	0.1mm	0.0mm	0.0mm	0.0mm
15°	15°	15°	15°	15°	15°	15°	15°

07:42 AM 06:04 PM

06:00 PM

07:42 AM

Wed 29th July

12 AM	3 AM	6 AM	9 AM	12 PM	3 PM	6 PM	9 PM

14°	13°	12°	15°	20°	22°	18°	15°
18%	9%	8%	9%	3%	4%	4%	4%
0.0mm	0.0mm	0.0mm	0.0mm	0.0mm	0.0mm	0.0mm	0.0mm
15°	15°	15°	15°	15°	15°	15°	15°

07:46 AM 06:00 PM

12:50 PM

02:41 AM

Thu 23rd July

12 AM	3 AM	6 AM	9 AM	12 PM	3 PM	6 PM	9 PM
26 kmh	36 kmh	36 kmh	37 kmh	18 kmh	15 kmh	22 kmh	25 kmh

0.7m	1.3m	1.1m	1.3m	0.6m	0.6m	0.6m	0.8m

12.3s	11.9s	11.7s	11.6s	11.5s	11.7s	11.9s	12.2s

07:45 AM 06:01 PM

01:29 PM

03:41 AM

Fri 24th July

12 AM	3 AM	6 AM	9 AM	12 PM	3 PM	6 PM	9 PM
26 kmh	17 kmh	14 kmh	12 kmh	4 kmh	12 kmh	16 kmh	19 kmh

0.8m	0.4m	0.4m	0.3m	0.1m	0.3m	0.4m	0.5m

16.3s	15.4s	15.1s	14.5s	14.3s	14.0s	13.6s	13.5s

07:45 AM 06:01 PM

02:13 PM

04:38 AM

Sat 25th July

12 AM	3 AM	6 AM	9 AM	12 PM	3 PM	6 PM	9 PM
24 kmh	23 kmh	24 kmh	21 kmh	15 kmh	12 kmh	8 kmh	8 kmh

0.6m	0.7m	0.8m	0.7m	0.5m	0.6m	0.6m	0.6m

13.4s	13.2s	12.9s	12.8s	12.6s	12.5s	12.3s	12.0s

07:44 AM 06:02 PM

03:04 PM

05:32 AM

Sun 26th July

12 AM	3 AM	6 AM	9 AM	12 PM	3 PM	6 PM	9 PM
13 kmh	12 kmh	13 kmh	12 kmh	18 kmh	26 kmh	33 kmh	40 kmh

0.5m	0.5m	0.3m	0.2m	0.3m	0.2m	0.4m	0.6m

11.9s	11.8s	11.6s	11.4s	11.3s	11.2s	11.2s	11.3s

07:43 AM 06:03 PM

04:00 PM

06:21 AM

Mon 27th July

12 AM	3 AM	6 AM	9 AM	12 PM	3 PM	6 PM	9 PM
43 kmh	39 kmh	46 kmh	55 kmh	54 kmh	50 kmh	56 kmh	60 kmh

0.8m	1.0m	1.0m	1.2m	1.4m	2.2m	2.3m	2.3m

11.8s	11.8s	11.6s	11.5s	15.1s	15.5s	16.6s	16.1s

07:43 AM 06:03 PM

04:59 PM

07:04 AM

Tue 28th July

12 AM	3 AM	6 AM	9 AM	12 PM	3 PM	6 PM	9 PM
62 kmh	63 kmh	63 kmh	59 kmh	57 kmh	55 kmh	51 kmh	49 kmh

2.4m	2.4m	2.3m	2.2m	1.9m	2.0m	2.1m	2.0m

15.5s	15.2s	15.0s	14.8s	14.6s	14.4s	14.1s	13.8s

07:42 AM 06:04 PM

06:00 PM

07:42 AM

Wed 29th July

12 AM	3 AM	6 AM	9 AM	12 PM	3 PM	6 PM	9 PM
47 kmh	40 kmh	36 kmh	24 kmh	18 kmh	21 kmh	25 kmh	28 kmh

2.1m	2.2m	2.1m	2.0m	2.0m	2.0m	2.1m	2.2m

13.6s	13.5s	13.3s	13.2s	13.0s	12.8s	12.7s	12.6s

07:46 AM 06:00 PM

12:50 PM

02:41 AM

Thu 23rd July

4:20 AM	10:28 AM	4:55 PM	10:52 PM

0.68	1.02	0.77	1.07

07:45 AM 06:01 PM

01:29 PM

03:41 AM

Fri 24th July

6:06 AM	12:20 PM	6:41 PM

0.66	1.06	0.72

07:45 AM 06:01 PM

02:13 PM

04:38 AM

Sat 25th July

12:30 AM	7:09 AM	1:25 PM	7:36 PM

1.10	0.59	1.15	0.63

07:44 AM 06:02 PM

03:04 PM

05:32 AM

Sun 26th July

1:29 AM	7:50 AM	2:05 PM	8:14 PM

1.18	0.50	1.26	0.53

07:43 AM 06:03 PM

04:00 PM

06:21 AM

Mon 27th July

2:10 AM	8:24 AM	2:38 PM	8:46 PM

1.27	0.40	1.37	0.43

07:43 AM 06:03 PM

04:59 PM

07:04 AM

Tue 28th July

2:45 AM	8:54 AM	3:08 PM	9:16 PM

1.37	0.31	1.47	0.34

07:42 AM 06:04 PM

06:00 PM

07:42 AM

Wed 29th July

3:16 AM	9:24 AM	3:37 PM	9:46 PM

1.45	0.25	1.55	0.27

Thu 23rd July

13°
0.7mm
23kmh N
64%

Fri 24th July

17°
0.0mm
2kmh NW
0%

Sat 25th July

21°
0.0mm
3kmh SSE
0%

Sun 26th July

21°
0.0mm
9kmh SSW
0%

Mon 27th July

18°
0.1mm
27kmh ESE
38%

Tue 28th July

16°
0.4mm
27kmh ESE
61%

Wed 29th July

23°
0.0mm
8kmh E
7%

Thu 30th July

19°
0.1mm
6kmh SSW
21%

Fri 31st July

20°
0.0mm
5kmh SW
8%

Sat 1st August

22°
0.0mm
5kmh WNW
5%

Sun 2nd August

20°
0.0mm
21kmh NNW
8%

Mon 3rd August

13°
5.7mm
34kmh W
85%

Tue 4th August

13°
0.1mm
9kmh NNW
55%

Wed 5th August

18°
0.0mm
24kmh ESE
13%

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Next 14 day Beach Weather in False Bay

In the next 14 days average maximum daily temperatures will be 18° 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 6 days of very light rain with an average of 1.2mm rain on those days. Average cloud cover will be 26%.

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

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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

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.
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.
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.
Kayaking: Paddle through False Bay's calm waters while enjoying views of the surrounding mountains and marine life such as seals and dolphins.
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:

The St James Manor
Whale View Manor Guesthouse & Spa
Blueview B&B
The Majestic Apartments

Areas to Stay In

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.
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.
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.