Beach Weather in Hout Bay, Cape Town, South Africa

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Beach Weather Today in Hout Bay

Today the maximum temperature will be 22° which is warm and pleasant for sunbathing. Today the water temperature will be 18° which is cool for swimming, shorty wetsuit may help you extend your time in the water.

Today will be dry with no rain showers. Expect lots of sunshine and clear skies with an average cloud cover of 31%.

The winds will be cross-off shore and moderate at 30kmh from the North West. The moderate winds will keep the temperatures feeling cooler.

Hout Bay faces South and sunset will be visible over the beach shoreline to the West at 08:02 PM. Unfortunately there are chances that 87% 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 Hout Bay

This weekend the average maximum daily temperatures will be 22° which is warm and pleasant for sunbathing. The average water temperature will be 18° 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 4%.

HOUT BAY - BEACH WEATHER FORECAST

Thu 8th January
12 AM 3 AM 6 AM 9 AM 12 PM 3 PM 6 PM 9 PM
19° 18° 18° 20° 21° 21° 21° 20°
0% 3% 4% 7% 29% 89% 87% 30%
0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm
18°
18°
18°
18°
18°
18°
18°
18°
Fri 9th January
12 AM 3 AM 6 AM 9 AM 12 PM 3 PM 6 PM 9 PM
19° 19° 19° 20° 21° 21° 20° 20°
40% 89% 21% 12% 7% 0% 0% 0%
0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm
18°
18°
18°
18°
18°
18°
18°
18°
Sat 10th January
12 AM 3 AM 6 AM 9 AM 12 PM 3 PM 6 PM 9 PM
19° 19° 18° 20° 24° 24° 24° 22°
0% 0% 0% 0% 0% 0% 0% 0%
0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm
18°
18°
18°
18°
18°
18°
18°
18°
Sun 11th January
12 AM 3 AM 6 AM 9 AM 12 PM 3 PM 6 PM 9 PM
20° 20° 20° 22° 24° 24° 22° 21°
0% 0% 0% 0% 0% 0% 15% 55%
0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm
18°
18°
18°
18°
18°
18°
18°
18°
Mon 12th January
12 AM 3 AM 6 AM 9 AM 12 PM 3 PM 6 PM 9 PM
21° 21° 21° 22° 22° 22° 21° 20°
38% 30% 85% 17% 20% 5% 5% 12%
0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm
18°
18°
18°
18°
18°
20°
20°
20°
Tue 13th January
12 AM 3 AM 6 AM 9 AM 12 PM 3 PM 6 PM 9 PM
20° 20° 20° 21° 22° 22° 21° 20°
14% 25% 24% 9% 2% 1% 2% 3%
0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm
20°
20°
20°
20°
20°
20°
20°
20°
Wed 14th January
12 AM 3 AM 6 AM 9 AM 12 PM 3 PM 6 PM 9 PM
20° 19° 19° 21° 22° 22° 22° 21°
0% 3% 7% 3% 3% 6% 26% 74%
0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.2mm
20°
20°
20°
20°
20°
20°
20°
20°
Thu 8th January
12 AM 3 AM 6 AM 9 AM 12 PM 3 PM 6 PM 9 PM
15
kmh
6
kmh
17
kmh
24
kmh
30
kmh
29
kmh
22
kmh
17
kmh
0.4m
0.2m
0.5m
0.7m
1.0m
1.0m
0.8m
0.6m
11.7s 11.5s 11.4s 11.5s 11.5s 11.5s 11.0s 10.9s
Fri 9th January
12 AM 3 AM 6 AM 9 AM 12 PM 3 PM 6 PM 9 PM
22
kmh
28
kmh
33
kmh
37
kmh
41
kmh
49
kmh
53
kmh
56
kmh
0.5m
0.9m
1.0m
1.3m
1.5m
1.8m
2.1m
2.1m
11.1s 11.2s 11.2s 11.2s 10.7s 10.6s 11.7s 11.7s
Sat 10th January
12 AM 3 AM 6 AM 9 AM 12 PM 3 PM 6 PM 9 PM
50
kmh
51
kmh
50
kmh
36
kmh
36
kmh
50
kmh
55
kmh
48
kmh
1.9m
2.0m
1.8m
1.8m
1.5m
2.2m
2.0m
1.6m
11.7s 11.6s 8.3s 11.4s 11.2s 10.9s 11.1s 12.6s
Sun 11th January
12 AM 3 AM 6 AM 9 AM 12 PM 3 PM 6 PM 9 PM
46
kmh
40
kmh
31
kmh
21
kmh
26
kmh
28
kmh
33
kmh
35
kmh
1.7m
1.5m
1.1m
0.8m
1.2m
1.2m
1.4m
1.5m
12.3s 11.5s 11.0s 12.4s 12.3s 11.9s 11.8s 18.1s
Mon 12th January
12 AM 3 AM 6 AM 9 AM 12 PM 3 PM 6 PM 9 PM
35
kmh
23
kmh
21
kmh
10
kmh
23
kmh
24
kmh
25
kmh
25
kmh
1.1m
1.0m
0.6m
0.5m
0.5m
0.5m
0.8m
0.7m
16.9s 16.3s 15.7s 15.0s 14.4s 13.5s 13.2s 12.9s
Tue 13th January
12 AM 3 AM 6 AM 9 AM 12 PM 3 PM 6 PM 9 PM
24
kmh
21
kmh
16
kmh
15
kmh
17
kmh
19
kmh
20
kmh
18
kmh
0.8m
0.8m
0.7m
0.7m
0.8m
0.7m
0.7m
0.7m
12.5s 12.1s 12.0s 12.0s 11.8s 11.4s 11.1s 11.0s
Wed 14th January
12 AM 3 AM 6 AM 9 AM 12 PM 3 PM 6 PM 9 PM
18
kmh
16
kmh
11
kmh
9
kmh
14
kmh
22
kmh
20
kmh
21
kmh
0.7m
0.5m
0.3m
0.5m
0.8m
0.9m
0.8m
1.1m
10.9s 10.8s 10.7s 10.8s 11.5s 11.9s 11.5s 10.9s
Thu 8th January
12:18 AM 6:37 AM 1:01 PM 6:53 PM
0.43 1.70 0.53 1.46
Fri 9th January
12:56 AM 7:20 AM 1:50 PM 7:40 PM
0.55 1.60 0.63 1.35
Sat 10th January
1:37 AM 8:06 AM 2:47 PM 8:37 PM
0.67 1.50 0.71 1.26
Sun 11th January
2:30 AM 9:02 AM 3:58 PM 9:52 PM
0.77 1.41 0.75 1.21
Mon 12th January
3:49 AM 10:13 AM 5:16 PM 11:21 PM
0.84 1.35 0.75 1.22
Tue 13th January
5:22 AM 11:32 AM 6:22 PM
0.85 1.35 0.70
Wed 14th January
12:32 AM 6:34 AM 12:36 PM 7:13 PM
1.28 0.80 1.39 0.63
Thu 8th January
21°
0.0mm
25kmh NW
31%
Fri 9th January
21°
0.0mm
37kmh SSE
21%
Sat 10th January
25°
0.0mm
24kmh SE
0%
Sun 11th January
25°
0.0mm
19kmh SSE
8%
Mon 12th January
23°
0.0mm
23kmh S
26%
Tue 13th January
22°
0.0mm
18kmh SSW
10%
Wed 14th January
23°
0.2mm
12kmh WSW
15%
Thu 15th January
20°
0.5mm
41kmh SE
47%
Fri 16th January
22°
0.1mm
9kmh WSW
23%
Sat 17th January
21°
0.2mm
21kmh SW
57%
Sun 18th January
19°
0.0mm
23kmh S
39%
Mon 19th January
20°
0.0mm
18kmh S
31%
Tue 20th January
21°
0.0mm
18kmh SSW
31%
Wed 21st January
22°
0.0mm
22kmh SSE
1%

In the next 14 days average maximum daily temperatures will be 22° which is warm and pleasant for sunbathing. The average water temperature will be 19° which is cool for swimming, shorty wetsuit may help you extend your time in the water. There will be 4 days of very light rain with an average of 0.3mm rain on those days. Average cloud cover will be 24%.

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

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

A holiday at the beach in Hout Bay, Cape Town, Western Cape, South Africa is a perfect getaway for those looking to relax and unwind while enjoying the beautiful natural surroundings. Nestled between towering mountains and the Atlantic Ocean, Hout Bay offers a stunning beach experience with a variety of activities suitable for all ages.

Beach Type

Hout Bay Beach is known for its soft yellow sand that stretches along the shoreline, creating an inviting atmosphere for beachgoers. While not as powdery as white sand beaches found in other parts of the world, it provides a comfortable surface for sunbathing and beach activities. The water is relatively calm due to the bay's protected location. There are also rocky areas along the coast that provide excellent opportunities for snorkeling and diving, as these environments attract diverse marine life.

Beach Activities

There are numerous beach activities to enjoy at Hout Bay Beach:

  1. Swimming - The calm waters of Hout Bay make it ideal for swimming and splashing around in the ocean.
  2. Sunbathing - With plenty of space on the sandy shore, visitors can easily find a spot to lay out their towels and soak up the sun.
  3. Surfing - While not as famous as nearby surf spots like Muizenberg or Noordhoek, Hout Bay does offer some surfing opportunities for those looking to catch a wave.
  4. Snorkeling and Diving - As mentioned earlier, the rocky areas along Hout Bay's coastline provide excellent habitats for marine life, making it an interesting destination for snorkelers and divers.
  5. Boat Trips - Several operators in Hout Bay offer boat trips out onto the water where visitors can enjoy views of the surrounding mountains and even spot seals lounging on nearby rocks.

Accommodations

There are several hotels and guesthouses located near Hout Bay Beach, including the Hout Bay Manor, Tintswalo Atlantic, and Chapman's Peak Beach Hotel. These properties offer a range of amenities and cater to various budgets.

Areas to Stay In

When looking for accommodation in Hout Bay, consider the following areas:

  1. Hout Bay Village - This central location offers easy access to the beach and numerous restaurants, shops, and other amenities.
  2. Chapman's Peak - For stunning ocean views and a more secluded atmosphere, consider staying near Chapman's Peak Drive.
  3. Scott Estate - This residential area is situated on the slopes of the mountains surrounding Hout Bay, providing excellent views of both the ocean and valley below.

Beach Amenities

Hout Bay Beach offers several amenities for visitors to enjoy:

  • Public restrooms
  • Outdoor shower facilities
  • Lifeguards on duty during peak season
  • Nearby restaurants and cafes
  • Parking facilities near the beach

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