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Beach Weather Today in Kogel Bay

Today the maximum temperature will be 21° which is not so warm but sunbathing may be possible. Today the water temperature will be 17° which is cool for swimming, shorty wetsuit may help you extend your time in the water.

Today will have 0.4mm of very light rain. Expect sunshine and sunny skies with an average cloud cover of 46%.

The winds will be on shore and moderate at 28kmh from the South-Southwest. 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 07:56 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 21° 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 0%.

KOGEL BAY - BEACH WEATHER FORECAST

Wed 17th December
12 AM 3 AM 6 AM 9 AM 12 PM 3 PM 6 PM 9 PM
17° 15° 16° 19° 20° 22° 18° 15°
89% 77% 78% 86% 13% 25% 0% 0%
0.4mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm
17°
17°
17°
17°
17°
17°
17°
17°
Thu 18th December
12 AM 3 AM 6 AM 9 AM 12 PM 3 PM 6 PM 9 PM
14° 13° 13° 20° 25° 24° 22° 17°
0% 1% 1% 0% 0% 0% 0% 0%
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 19th December
12 AM 3 AM 6 AM 9 AM 12 PM 3 PM 6 PM 9 PM
15° 14° 14° 22° 27° 27° 23° 18°
0% 0% 0% 0% 0% 0% 0% 0%
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 20th December
12 AM 3 AM 6 AM 9 AM 12 PM 3 PM 6 PM 9 PM
15° 14° 14° 23° 29° 29° 25° 19°
0% 0% 0% 0% 0% 0% 0% 0%
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 21st December
12 AM 3 AM 6 AM 9 AM 12 PM 3 PM 6 PM 9 PM
17° 17° 17° 25° 30° 30° 25° 20°
0% 1% 0% 0% 2% 5% 1% 0%
0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm
17°
17°
17°
17°
17°
19°
19°
19°
Mon 22nd December
12 AM 3 AM 6 AM 9 AM 12 PM 3 PM 6 PM 9 PM
19° 19° 20° 26° 31° 31° 27° 22°
1% 2% 4% 6% 8% 7% 10% 15%
0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm
19°
19°
19°
19°
19°
19°
19°
19°
Tue 23rd December
12 AM 3 AM 6 AM 9 AM 12 PM 3 PM 6 PM 9 PM
20° 19° 19° 22° 24° 24° 21° 19°
16% 44% 81% 79% 70% 67% 83% 78%
0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.1mm 0.1mm 0.0mm
19°
19°
19°
19°
19°
19°
19°
19°
Wed 17th December
12 AM 3 AM 6 AM 9 AM 12 PM 3 PM 6 PM 9 PM
28
kmh
27
kmh
24
kmh
24
kmh
25
kmh
28
kmh
28
kmh
28
kmh
0.9m
0.7m
0.8m
0.7m
0.6m
0.7m
0.9m
1.6m
15.0s 8.1s 8.6s 10.0s 9.8s 9.4s 12.5s 12.5s
Thu 18th December
12 AM 3 AM 6 AM 9 AM 12 PM 3 PM 6 PM 9 PM
26
kmh
23
kmh
24
kmh
21
kmh
31
kmh
37
kmh
40
kmh
44
kmh
0.7m
0.6m
0.7m
1.2m
1.1m
1.2m
1.3m
1.3m
8.7s 8.5s 8.4s 8.5s 8.7s 8.6s 9.0s 9.4s
Fri 19th December
12 AM 3 AM 6 AM 9 AM 12 PM 3 PM 6 PM 9 PM
42
kmh
38
kmh
37
kmh
37
kmh
37
kmh
39
kmh
41
kmh
46
kmh
1.2m
1.2m
1.3m
1.2m
1.2m
1.6m
1.4m
1.7m
9.4s 9.1s 9.6s 9.6s 9.5s 12.7s 10.1s 10.4s
Sat 20th December
12 AM 3 AM 6 AM 9 AM 12 PM 3 PM 6 PM 9 PM
47
kmh
47
kmh
45
kmh
44
kmh
46
kmh
52
kmh
55
kmh
55
kmh
1.8m
1.7m
1.5m
1.6m
1.8m
2.2m
2.4m
2.1m
11.7s 11.7s 11.8s 11.8s 11.5s 14.9s 14.5s 14.0s
Sun 21st December
12 AM 3 AM 6 AM 9 AM 12 PM 3 PM 6 PM 9 PM
51
kmh
53
kmh
50
kmh
48
kmh
47
kmh
61
kmh
63
kmh
60
kmh
2.1m
1.8m
1.5m
1.2m
1.4m
2.0m
2.3m
1.9m
13.4s 12.8s 12.4s 11.9s 11.7s 11.4s 11.3s 11.4s
Mon 22nd December
12 AM 3 AM 6 AM 9 AM 12 PM 3 PM 6 PM 9 PM
52
kmh
36
kmh
22
kmh
14
kmh
12
kmh
17
kmh
18
kmh
17
kmh
1.6m
1.3m
1.0m
1.0m
1.0m
1.3m
0.9m
0.3m
11.2s 11.0s 9.8s 7.7s 7.7s 7.3s 7.8s 9.2s
Tue 23rd December
12 AM 3 AM 6 AM 9 AM 12 PM 3 PM 6 PM 9 PM
15
kmh
12
kmh
9
kmh
13
kmh
17
kmh
27
kmh
34
kmh
34
kmh
0.6m
1.2m
1.1m
1.2m
1.3m
1.6m
1.9m
2.1m
9.4s 10.0s 9.8s 10.7s 13.6s 13.1s 8.5s 8.6s
Wed 17th December
7:37 AM 1:38 PM 8:04 PM
0.62 1.58 0.46
Thu 18th December
2:11 AM 8:14 AM 2:15 PM 8:37 PM
1.53 0.57 1.61 0.41
Fri 19th December
2:47 AM 8:49 AM 2:50 PM 9:09 PM
1.59 0.53 1.64 0.38
Sat 20th December
3:21 AM 9:23 AM 3:25 PM 9:41 PM
1.63 0.51 1.66 0.36
Sun 21st December
3:56 AM 9:57 AM 4:00 PM 10:13 PM
1.65 0.50 1.65 0.36
Mon 22nd December
4:32 AM 10:32 AM 4:35 PM 10:45 PM
1.66 0.51 1.63 0.37
Tue 23rd December
5:07 AM 11:08 AM 5:10 PM 11:18 PM
1.66 0.52 1.59 0.41
Wed 17th December
20°
0.4mm
23kmh SSW
46%
Thu 18th December
25°
0.0mm
22kmh S
0%
Fri 19th December
27°
0.0mm
24kmh S
0%
Sat 20th December
30°
0.0mm
23kmh SSE
0%
Sun 21st December
32°
0.0mm
24kmh ESE
1%
Mon 22nd December
31°
0.0mm
12kmh SSW
6%
Tue 23rd December
25°
0.2mm
14kmh W
64%
Wed 24th December
23°
0.0mm
26kmh S
27%
Thu 25th December
24°
0.0mm
23kmh S
1%
Fri 26th December
27°
0.0mm
25kmh SSE
2%
Sat 27th December
29°
0.0mm
23kmh SSE
7%
Sun 28th December
28°
0.0mm
16kmh SSW
2%
Mon 29th December
26°
0.0mm
22kmh S
12%
Tue 30th December
28°
0.3mm
20kmh SSE
27%

In the next 14 days average maximum daily temperatures will be 27° which is very warm and perfect 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 3 days of very light rain with an average of 0.3mm rain on those days. Average cloud cover will be 14%.

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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