Beach Weather in Kogel Bay, Cape Town, South Africa

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Best
Tan
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Tan
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20°
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20°
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19°
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18°
 
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18°
 
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16°
 
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16°
 
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16°
 
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15°
 
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16°
 
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17°
 
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Beach Weather Today in Kogel Bay

Today the maximum temperature will be 19° which is warm and pleasant 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 be dry with no rain showers. Expect plentiful sunshine and mostly clear blue skies with an average cloud cover of 0%.

The winds will be cross-on shore and moderate at 21kmh from the South-Southeast. The moderate winds will keep the temperatures feeling cooler. The moderate onshore winds may make conditions a little more choppy for swimming.

Kogel Bay faces Southwest and the sunset will be visible over the ocean to the West at 06:45 PM. The skies should be very clear at that time, ideal for a sunset.

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 Kogel Bay

Today - Sunday the maximum daily temperatures will be 19° which is not so warm but sunbathing may be possible. 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, Sunday will be dry with no rain showers. Expect plentiful sunshine and mostly clear blue skies with an average cloud cover of 0%.

KOGEL BAY - BEACH WEATHER FORECAST

Sun 29th March
12 AM 3 AM 6 AM 9 AM 12 PM 3 PM 6 PM 9 PM
14° 13° 12° 18° 22° 23° 19° 15°
5% 0% 0% 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°
Mon 30th March
12 AM 3 AM 6 AM 9 AM 12 PM 3 PM 6 PM 9 PM
14° 13° 12° 19° 23° 23° 20° 15°
0% 0% 0% 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°
Tue 31st March
12 AM 3 AM 6 AM 9 AM 12 PM 3 PM 6 PM 9 PM
14° 14° 14° 21° 25° 25° 21° 17°
0% 0% 0% 0% 0% 0% 0% 14%
0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm
15°
15°
15°
15°
15°
15°
15°
15°
Wed 1st April
12 AM 3 AM 6 AM 9 AM 12 PM 3 PM 6 PM 9 PM
16° 16° 15° 21° 26° 27° 23° 18°
2% 3% 4% 0% 3% 5% 0% 3%
0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm
17°
17°
17°
17°
17°
17°
17°
17°
Thu 2nd April
12 AM 3 AM 6 AM 9 AM 12 PM 3 PM 6 PM 9 PM
17° 17° 17° 23° 28° 28° 24° 19°
0% 25% 12% 21% 21% 11% 11% 32%
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 3rd April
12 AM 3 AM 6 AM 9 AM 12 PM 3 PM 6 PM 9 PM
18° 17° 17° 20° 24° 24° 20° 16°
45% 38% 23% 9% 3% 2% 4% 15%
0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm
17°
17°
17°
17°
17°
17°
17°
17°
Sat 4th April
12 AM 3 AM 6 AM 9 AM 12 PM 3 PM 6 PM 9 PM
14° 14° 15° 18° 22° 22° 19° 15°
21% 24% 27% 18% 0% 0% 1% 2%
0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm
17°
17°
17°
17°
17°
17°
17°
17°
Sun 29th March
12 AM 3 AM 6 AM 9 AM 12 PM 3 PM 6 PM 9 PM
9
kmh
9
kmh
11
kmh
9
kmh
10
kmh
14
kmh
17
kmh
21
kmh
0.2m
0.2m
0.3m
0.2m
0.2m
0.4m
0.5m
0.6m
10.5s 10.8s 10.7s 10.4s 10.1s 9.8s 9.7s 9.5s
Mon 30th March
12 AM 3 AM 6 AM 9 AM 12 PM 3 PM 6 PM 9 PM
24
kmh
24
kmh
23
kmh
13
kmh
17
kmh
24
kmh
30
kmh
35
kmh
0.7m
0.7m
0.6m
0.5m
0.6m
1.2m
1.4m
1.6m
9.4s 12.0s 9.8s 9.5s 9.4s 9.2s 9.3s 9.4s
Tue 31st March
12 AM 3 AM 6 AM 9 AM 12 PM 3 PM 6 PM 9 PM
28
kmh
21
kmh
17
kmh
10
kmh
11
kmh
16
kmh
22
kmh
22
kmh
1.3m
1.0m
0.9m
0.9m
1.0m
0.7m
0.3m
0.5m
9.0s 8.9s 9.4s 8.7s 10.2s 10.1s 9.8s 9.5s
Wed 1st April
12 AM 3 AM 6 AM 9 AM 12 PM 3 PM 6 PM 9 PM
24
kmh
24
kmh
21
kmh
19
kmh
23
kmh
31
kmh
30
kmh
30
kmh
0.4m
0.4m
0.8m
0.3m
0.7m
1.6m
1.8m
1.3m
9.3s 9.1s 9.0s 8.8s 8.6s 13.5s 13.1s 13.2s
Thu 2nd April
12 AM 3 AM 6 AM 9 AM 12 PM 3 PM 6 PM 9 PM
26
kmh
22
kmh
18
kmh
13
kmh
10
kmh
11
kmh
13
kmh
12
kmh
1.1m
0.8m
0.6m
0.5m
0.5m
0.4m
0.5m
0.5m
13.2s 12.9s 12.6s 12.2s 12.0s 12.7s 13.9s 13.4s
Fri 3rd April
12 AM 3 AM 6 AM 9 AM 12 PM 3 PM 6 PM 9 PM
11
kmh
9
kmh
6
kmh
7
kmh
10
kmh
15
kmh
14
kmh
10
kmh
0.4m
0.4m
0.4m
0.2m
0.3m
0.3m
0.2m
0.3m
13.2s 12.8s 12.5s 12.4s 12.2s 11.9s 11.8s 11.7s
Sat 4th April
12 AM 3 AM 6 AM 9 AM 12 PM 3 PM 6 PM 9 PM
5
kmh
9
kmh
11
kmh
13
kmh
15
kmh
16
kmh
12
kmh
12
kmh
0.2m
0.2m
0.5m
1.0m
0.8m
0.5m
0.4m
0.3m
11.4s 11.0s 10.8s 10.5s 10.4s 10.5s 10.4s 10.4s
Sun 29th March
7:26 AM 1:28 PM 7:36 PM
0.48 1.56 0.44
Mon 30th March
1:46 AM 8:05 AM 2:05 PM 8:12 PM
1.72 0.37 1.65 0.35
Tue 31st March
2:19 AM 8:39 AM 2:37 PM 8:43 PM
1.82 0.29 1.72 0.30
Wed 1st April
2:49 AM 9:09 AM 3:07 PM 9:13 PM
1.87 0.25 1.75 0.29
Thu 2nd April
3:18 AM 9:36 AM 3:36 PM 9:40 PM
1.89 0.24 1.76 0.30
Fri 3rd April
3:46 AM 10:02 AM 4:05 PM 10:06 PM
1.87 0.26 1.74 0.34
Sat 4th April
4:14 AM 10:27 AM 4:33 PM 10:31 PM
1.82 0.31 1.69 0.40
Sun 29th March
22°
0.0mm
14kmh SSW
0%
Mon 30th March
23°
0.0mm
10kmh SSW
0%
Tue 31st March
25°
0.0mm
8kmh SW
1%
Wed 1st April
27°
0.0mm
17kmh SSE
2%
Thu 2nd April
29°
0.0mm
5kmh SW
16%
Fri 3rd April
25°
0.0mm
9kmh SW
17%
Sat 4th April
23°
0.0mm
14kmh WNW
11%
Sun 5th April
23°
0.0mm
15kmh SSW
0%
Mon 6th April
26°
0.0mm
17kmh SSE
0%
Tue 7th April
27°
0.0mm
19kmh SSE
0%
Wed 8th April
29°
0.0mm
10kmh SSE
3%
Thu 9th April
29°
0.0mm
15kmh ESE
18%
Fri 10th April
30°
0.0mm
6kmh WSW
7%
Sat 11th April
27°
0.0mm
15kmh WNW
16%

In the next 14 days average maximum daily temperatures will be 26° which is very warm and perfect for sunbathing. 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. Average cloud cover will be 7%.

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

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

Taking a holiday at the beautiful Kogel Bay beach in Cape Town, Western Cape, South Africa is an unforgettable experience. This stunning beach is well-known for its breathtaking views, crystal clear waters, and a variety of activities to suit every traveler's taste. Whether you're looking for relaxation or adventure, Kogel Bay has something for everyone.

Beach Type

Kogel Bay beach is characterized by its soft white sand and rocky outcrops, which make it perfect for both sunbathing and exploring. The rocky areas provide an excellent habitat for marine life, making it a great spot for snorkeling and diving enthusiasts. The clear waters of the bay also provide excellent visibility underwater to witness the vibrant marine life up close.

Beach Activities

There are numerous activities recommended at Kogel Bay beach:

  1. Surfing: Kogel Bay is well-known among surfers for its consistent waves and picturesque scenery. The beach offers various surf breaks suitable for both beginners and experienced surfers.

  2. Snorkeling and Diving: The rocky areas around the bay are teeming with marine life, making snorkeling and diving popular activities among visitors.

  3. Whale Watching: During the months of June to November, you can often spot Southern Right Whales from the shore as they come close to the coastline during their migration.

  4. Photography: With its stunning views and unique landscape, Kogel Bay offers endless opportunities for photography enthusiasts to capture memorable moments.

  5. Hiking Trails: There are several hiking trails nearby that offer spectacular views of the bay and surrounding mountains.

Accommodations

While there are no hotels or resorts directly on Kogel Bay beach, there are plenty of options in nearby towns such as Gordon's Bay or Somerset West. These towns offer various accommodation types ranging from luxury hotels to cozy guesthouses.

Areas to Stay In

  1. Gordon's Bay: A picturesque harbor town just a short drive from Kogel Bay, offering a variety of accommodation options, restaurants, and shops. The town's location also provides easy access to other attractions in the area, such as wine farms and nature reserves.

  2. Somerset West: A larger town located slightly further from Kogel Bay but offering more amenities and accommodation choices. Somerset West is also close to numerous wine farms and other attractions in the region.

  3. Pringle Bay: A small coastal village north of Kogel Bay with a laid-back atmosphere, perfect for those looking for a quieter holiday experience.

Beach Amenities

Kogel Bay beach offers several amenities for visitors to enjoy:

  • Public restrooms
  • Parking area
  • Picnic spots
  • Braai (barbecue) facilities
  • Lifeguards during peak season

Please note that there are no shops or restaurants directly at the beach, so visitors should come prepared with food and refreshments.

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