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Beach Weather Today in Hout 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 1.8mm of very light rain. Expect overcast skies and very little possibility of sunshine with an average cloud cover of 84%.

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

Hout Bay faces South and sunset will be visible over the beach shoreline to the West at 06:00 PM. Unfortunately there are chances that 90% 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 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 1%.

HOUT 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

13°	12°	12°	13°	13°	14°	14°	14°
89%	31%	91%	87%	100%	100%	90%	89%
0.0mm	0.0mm	0.0mm	0.6mm	0.9mm	0.3mm	0.0mm	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

13°	12°	12°	12°	14°	15°	14°	14°
0%	2%	1%	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

14°	13°	13°	14°	16°	18°	17°	17°
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

16°	16°	16°	16°	18°	16°	15°	15°
0%	0%	0%	0%	0%	0%	16%	8%
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

14°	15°	15°	15°	16°	17°	16°	16°
16%	87%	26%	19%	10%	14%	98%	65%
0.0mm	0.0mm	0.0mm	0.0mm	0.0mm	0.0mm	0.0mm	0.0mm
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

15°	15°	15°	15°	15°	16°	16°	16°
54%	66%	51%	62%	57%	50%	46%	31%
0.0mm	0.0mm	0.0mm	0.0mm	0.0mm	0.0mm	0.0mm	0.0mm
15°	15°	15°	15°	15°	15°	15°	15°

07:42 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

16°	15°	15°	16°	18°	19°	19°	17°
8%	10%	14%	14%	4%	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

4:18 AM	10:34 AM	4:53 PM	10:53 PM

0.64	0.98	0.74	1.03

07:45 AM 06:01 PM

01:29 PM

03:41 AM

Fri 24th July

6:05 AM	12:22 PM	6:43 PM

0.62	1.01	0.69

07:45 AM 06:01 PM

02:13 PM

04:38 AM

Sat 25th July

12:28 AM	7:09 AM	1:25 PM	7:38 PM

1.05	0.56	1.11	0.61

07:44 AM 06:02 PM

03:04 PM

05:32 AM

Sun 26th July

1:28 AM	7:50 AM	2:06 PM	8:15 PM

1.12	0.47	1.21	0.51

07:43 AM 06:03 PM

04:00 PM

06:21 AM

Mon 27th July

2:10 AM	8:23 AM	2:38 PM	8:47 PM

1.21	0.38	1.31	0.41

07:43 AM 06:03 PM

04:59 PM

07:04 AM

Tue 28th July

2:45 AM	8:54 AM	3:09 PM	9:17 PM

1.30	0.30	1.41	0.33

07:42 AM 06:04 PM

06:00 PM

07:42 AM

Wed 29th July

3:17 AM	9:24 AM	3:38 PM	9:47 PM

1.38	0.24	1.48	0.26

Thu 23rd July

14°
1.8mm
19kmh NNW
84%

Fri 24th July

15°
0.0mm
2kmh ESE
0%

Sat 25th July

18°
0.0mm
10kmh SE
0%

Sun 26th July

18°
0.0mm
15kmh S
3%

Mon 27th July

17°
0.0mm
42kmh SE
41%

Tue 28th July

16°
0.0mm
46kmh SE
52%

Wed 29th July

19°
0.0mm
12kmh SE
7%

Thu 30th July

17°
0.0mm
5kmh SW
40%

Fri 31st July

17°
0.0mm
3kmh ENE
24%

Sat 1st August

19°
0.0mm
6kmh WNW
4%

Sun 2nd August

16°
0.1mm
20kmh NNW
17%

Mon 3rd August

14°
2.6mm
42kmh WSW
75%

Tue 4th August

13°
0.0mm
12kmh NNW
43%

Wed 5th August

16°
0.0mm
39kmh SE
16%

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Next 14 day Beach Weather in Hout Bay

In the next 14 days average maximum daily temperatures will be 16° which is a little too chilly for sunbathing. 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 3 days of very light rain with an average of 1.5mm rain on those days. Average cloud cover will be 29%.

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

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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:

Swimming - The calm waters of Hout Bay make it ideal for swimming and splashing around in the ocean.
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.
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.
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.
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:

Hout Bay Village - This central location offers easy access to the beach and numerous restaurants, shops, and other amenities.
Chapman's Peak - For stunning ocean views and a more secluded atmosphere, consider staying near Chapman's Peak Drive.
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.