Beach Weather in Kogel Bay, Cape Town, South Africa

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19°
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Beach Weather Today in Kogel Bay

Today the maximum temperature will be 18° which is warm and pleasant for sunbathing. Today the 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.

Today will be dry with no rain showers. Expect plentiful sunshine and mostly clear blue skies with an average cloud cover of 2%.

The winds will be cross-on shore and very strong at 46kmh from the South East. The strong winds will keep the temperatures feeling cooler. The strong onshore winds may make conditions rougher for swimming.

Kogel Bay faces Southwest and the sunset will be visible over the ocean to the West at 07:14 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

This weekend the average maximum daily temperatures will be 18° which is not so warm but sunbathing may be possible. 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 1 day of very light rain. Saturday will be dry and Sunday will have 0.1mm of rain. Expect sunshine and sunny skies with an average cloud cover of 41%.

KOGEL BAY - BEACH WEATHER FORECAST

Wed 30th October
12 AM 3 AM 6 AM 9 AM 12 PM 3 PM 6 PM 9 PM
14° 13° 13° 19° 22° 22° 21° 16°
7% 0% 0% 4% 4% 0% 3% 2%
0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm
14°
14°
14°
14°
14°
14°
14°
14°
Thu 31st October
12 AM 3 AM 6 AM 9 AM 12 PM 3 PM 6 PM 9 PM
14° 14° 13° 20° 25° 24° 21° 18°
14% 66% 37% 58% 86% 100% 100% 6%
0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm
14°
14°
14°
14°
14°
14°
14°
14°
Fri 1st November
12 AM 3 AM 6 AM 9 AM 12 PM 3 PM 6 PM 9 PM
15° 14° 14° 21° 25° 25° 21° 16°
7% 8% 7% 0% 0% 0% 7% 24%
0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm
14°
14°
14°
14°
14°
14°
14°
14°
Sat 2nd November
12 AM 3 AM 6 AM 9 AM 12 PM 3 PM 6 PM 9 PM
15° 15° 15° 19° 21° 20° 17° 15°
37% 29% 22% 48% 100% 100% 69% 10%
0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm
14°
14°
14°
14°
14°
14°
14°
14°
Sun 3rd November
12 AM 3 AM 6 AM 9 AM 12 PM 3 PM 6 PM 9 PM
13° 13° 14° 17° 20° 20° 17° 14°
14% 15% 14% 5% 23% 48% 40% 89%
0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.1mm
14°
14°
14°
14°
14°
14°
14°
14°
Mon 4th November
12 AM 3 AM 6 AM 9 AM 12 PM 3 PM 6 PM 9 PM
14° 13° 12° 13° 14° 14° 13° 12°
98% 89% 85% 95% 78% 67% 53% 19%
0.1mm 0.2mm 0.4mm 0.2mm 0.1mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm
16°
16°
16°
16°
16°
16°
16°
16°
Tue 5th November
12 AM 3 AM 6 AM 9 AM 12 PM 3 PM 6 PM 9 PM
11° 14° 18° 19° 17° 13°
11% 0% 0% 0% 0% 33% 100% 89%
0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm
16°
16°
16°
16°
16°
16°
16°
16°
Wed 30th October
12 AM 3 AM 6 AM 9 AM 12 PM 3 PM 6 PM 9 PM
32
kmh
32
kmh
34
kmh
34
kmh
37
kmh
39
kmh
42
kmh
46
kmh
1.2m
1.7m
1.8m
1.1m
1.3m
1.4m
1.5m
1.7m
13.0s 12.5s 12.3s 14.9s 14.3s 13.8s 13.4s 13.4s
Thu 31st October
12 AM 3 AM 6 AM 9 AM 12 PM 3 PM 6 PM 9 PM
41
kmh
38
kmh
33
kmh
30
kmh
34
kmh
40
kmh
46
kmh
45
kmh
1.4m
1.3m
1.1m
0.9m
1.2m
1.5m
1.8m
1.6m
13.3s 12.9s 12.7s 12.5s 12.2s 12.1s 12.2s 12.3s
Fri 1st November
12 AM 3 AM 6 AM 9 AM 12 PM 3 PM 6 PM 9 PM
44
kmh
43
kmh
39
kmh
33
kmh
35
kmh
36
kmh
36
kmh
32
kmh
1.5m
1.5m
1.3m
1.1m
1.2m
1.3m
1.3m
1.1m
12.0s 11.8s 11.7s 11.6s 11.5s 11.2s 11.1s 11.0s
Sat 2nd November
12 AM 3 AM 6 AM 9 AM 12 PM 3 PM 6 PM 9 PM
28
kmh
23
kmh
18
kmh
15
kmh
15
kmh
22
kmh
20
kmh
15
kmh
1.4m
0.8m
0.7m
0.4m
0.4m
0.7m
0.7m
0.4m
11.0s 11.0s 10.8s 13.3s 13.3s 13.5s 14.1s 14.1s
Sun 3rd November
12 AM 3 AM 6 AM 9 AM 12 PM 3 PM 6 PM 9 PM
15
kmh
16
kmh
18
kmh
21
kmh
23
kmh
26
kmh
22
kmh
21
kmh
0.4m
0.5m
0.5m
0.6m
0.7m
0.8m
0.7m
0.6m
13.7s 13.4s 13.3s 13.3s 13.3s 13.3s 13.1s 12.8s
Mon 4th November
12 AM 3 AM 6 AM 9 AM 12 PM 3 PM 6 PM 9 PM
30
kmh
30
kmh
32
kmh
33
kmh
35
kmh
39
kmh
42
kmh
42
kmh
1.0m
0.9m
1.0m
0.8m
0.8m
1.1m
1.4m
1.5m
12.7s 13.2s 13.2s 13.5s 13.3s 13.0s 12.8s 12.7s
Tue 5th November
12 AM 3 AM 6 AM 9 AM 12 PM 3 PM 6 PM 9 PM
39
kmh
39
kmh
38
kmh
38
kmh
36
kmh
35
kmh
35
kmh
36
kmh
1.6m
1.9m
1.7m
1.4m
1.7m
1.8m
1.6m
1.5m
11.4s 9.4s 9.5s 10.6s 11.8s 11.8s 11.8s 11.7s
Wed 30th October
2:01 AM 7:58 AM 2:06 PM 8:22 PM
1.60 0.50 1.70 0.40
Thu 31st October
2:28 AM 8:25 AM 2:32 PM 8:47 PM
1.60 0.50 1.80 0.40
Fri 1st November
2:55 AM 8:51 AM 2:58 PM 9:12 PM
1.70 0.50 1.80 0.30
Sat 2nd November
3:22 AM 9:17 AM 3:24 PM 9:39 PM
1.70 0.50 1.80 0.40
Sun 3rd November
3:49 AM 9:45 AM 3:52 PM 10:06 PM
1.70 0.50 1.70 0.40
Mon 4th November
4:19 AM 10:14 AM 4:21 PM 10:37 PM
1.60 0.50 1.70 0.40
Tue 5th November
4:52 AM 10:47 AM 4:55 PM 11:11 PM
1.60 0.60 1.60 0.50
Wed 30th October
23°
0.0mm
21kmh SE
2%
Thu 31st October
25°
0.0mm
10kmh SSE
58%
Fri 1st November
26°
0.0mm
10kmh SSE
6%
Sat 2nd November
21°
0.0mm
14kmh SW
51%
Sun 3rd November
20°
0.1mm
20kmh WNW
31%
Mon 4th November
14°
1.0mm
24kmh SW
73%
Tue 5th November
19°
0.0mm
10kmh S
29%
Wed 6th November
24°
0.0mm
21kmh SE
33%
Thu 7th November
18°
1.2mm
17kmh SSW
46%
Fri 8th November
23°
0.0mm
18kmh SSE
25%
Sat 9th November
28°
0.0mm
11kmh SSE
0%
Sun 10th November
20°
0.4mm
19kmh SSW
44%
Mon 11th November
19°
0.9mm
35kmh SE
46%
Tue 12th November
23°
0.0mm
24kmh ESE
0%

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 15° which is cold for swimming, a full wet suit is required to spend any length of time in the sea. There will be 5 days of very light rain with an average of 0.7mm rain on those days. Average cloud cover will be 32%.

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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