Beach Weather in Sunset Beach, Cape Town, South Africa

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20°
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20°
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19°
 
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17°
 
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15°
 
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Beach Weather Today in Sunset Beach

Today the maximum temperature will be 17° 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 3%.

The winds will be side shore and strong at 39kmh from the South-Southeast. The strong winds will keep the temperatures feeling cooler.

Sunset Beach faces West and the sunset will be visible over the ocean to the West at 07:13 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 Sunset Beach

This weekend the average maximum daily temperatures will be 17° 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 1 day of very light rain. Saturday will be dry and Sunday will have 0.1mm of rain. Expect lots of sunshine and clear skies with an average cloud cover of 36%.

SUNSET BEACH - BEACH WEATHER FORECAST

Wed 30th October
12 AM 3 AM 6 AM 9 AM 12 PM 3 PM 6 PM 9 PM
15° 15° 15° 18° 21° 22° 19° 17°
6% 0% 0% 4% 4% 0% 9% 1%
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
16° 15° 15° 19° 22° 22° 19° 18°
33% 69% 67% 44% 100% 100% 100% 100%
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
17° 16° 16° 19° 23° 22° 19° 17°
3% 10% 2% 0% 0% 0% 11% 22%
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
17° 16° 16° 18° 20° 19° 18° 16°
12% 13% 9% 54% 100% 100% 68% 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°
Sun 3rd November
12 AM 3 AM 6 AM 9 AM 12 PM 3 PM 6 PM 9 PM
16° 15° 15° 17° 18° 18° 17° 16°
8% 6% 9% 5% 27% 56% 40% 76%
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
15° 14° 13° 14° 15° 15° 15° 14°
76% 68% 62% 65% 64% 17% 36% 57%
0.0mm 0.1mm 0.3mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm
14°
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
14° 13° 12° 14° 17° 18° 16° 16°
8% 0% 0% 0% 0% 33% 100% 97%
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
30
kmh
30
kmh
32
kmh
32
kmh
31
kmh
32
kmh
39
kmh
39
kmh
0.9m
0.9m
0.9m
0.9m
0.9m
1.0m
1.2m
1.2m
15.4s 12.4s 15.1s 14.6s 14.2s 13.7s 13.4s 13.3s
Thu 31st October
12 AM 3 AM 6 AM 9 AM 12 PM 3 PM 6 PM 9 PM
33
kmh
28
kmh
25
kmh
19
kmh
25
kmh
35
kmh
42
kmh
42
kmh
0.9m
0.8m
0.6m
0.4m
0.7m
1.0m
1.3m
1.3m
13.3s 13.0s 12.8s 12.6s 12.3s 12.4s 12.4s 12.4s
Fri 1st November
12 AM 3 AM 6 AM 9 AM 12 PM 3 PM 6 PM 9 PM
40
kmh
37
kmh
32
kmh
24
kmh
26
kmh
33
kmh
35
kmh
33
kmh
1.2m
1.1m
0.9m
0.6m
0.7m
1.0m
1.0m
0.9m
12.1s 11.8s 11.8s 11.7s 11.5s 11.3s 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
25
kmh
21
kmh
18
kmh
21
kmh
20
kmh
15
kmh
10
kmh
0.8m
0.7m
0.5m
0.4m
0.6m
0.6m
0.4m
0.2m
11.0s 11.0s 10.9s 13.2s 13.2s 13.3s 13.9s 14.0s
Sun 3rd November
12 AM 3 AM 6 AM 9 AM 12 PM 3 PM 6 PM 9 PM
10
kmh
12
kmh
15
kmh
15
kmh
18
kmh
21
kmh
21
kmh
19
kmh
0.2m
0.3m
0.4m
0.4m
0.5m
0.6m
0.5m
0.5m
13.6s 13.4s 13.3s 13.2s 13.2s 13.2s 13.1s 12.8s
Mon 4th November
12 AM 3 AM 6 AM 9 AM 12 PM 3 PM 6 PM 9 PM
31
kmh
31
kmh
33
kmh
32
kmh
35
kmh
37
kmh
42
kmh
44
kmh
0.9m
0.9m
1.0m
1.0m
0.9m
1.1m
1.4m
1.5m
12.7s 13.3s 13.3s 13.3s 13.2s 13.0s 12.8s 12.6s
Tue 5th November
12 AM 3 AM 6 AM 9 AM 12 PM 3 PM 6 PM 9 PM
40
kmh
38
kmh
35
kmh
37
kmh
37
kmh
36
kmh
37
kmh
37
kmh
1.4m
1.3m
1.3m
1.5m
1.7m
1.9m
1.7m
1.5m
11.9s 10.2s 9.9s 10.5s 11.7s 11.7s 11.7s 11.5s
Wed 30th October
7:57 AM 2:03 PM 8:23 PM
0.45 1.71 0.34
Thu 31st October
2:26 AM 8:24 AM 2:31 PM 8:49 PM
1.61 0.42 1.74 0.30
Fri 1st November
2:54 AM 8:52 AM 2:59 PM 9:14 PM
1.64 0.40 1.75 0.29
Sat 2nd November
3:23 AM 9:19 AM 3:27 PM 9:41 PM
1.65 0.41 1.73 0.30
Sun 3rd November
3:53 AM 9:47 AM 3:56 PM 10:09 PM
1.63 0.44 1.68 0.34
Mon 4th November
4:23 AM 10:17 AM 4:27 PM 10:39 PM
1.59 0.49 1.62 0.40
Tue 5th November
4:57 AM 10:49 AM 5:01 PM 11:14 PM
1.52 0.55 1.54 0.48
Wed 30th October
21°
0.0mm
22kmh SSE
3%
Thu 31st October
23°
0.0mm
12kmh S
76%
Fri 1st November
23°
0.0mm
12kmh S
6%
Sat 2nd November
20°
0.0mm
16kmh SW
45%
Sun 3rd November
18°
0.1mm
15kmh NW
28%
Mon 4th November
15°
0.4mm
29kmh SSW
55%
Tue 5th November
18°
0.0mm
11kmh S
29%
Wed 6th November
22°
0.0mm
21kmh SSE
51%
Thu 7th November
18°
0.7mm
22kmh SSW
42%
Fri 8th November
20°
0.0mm
19kmh SSE
14%
Sat 9th November
25°
0.0mm
11kmh S
2%
Sun 10th November
20°
0.2mm
22kmh SSW
34%
Mon 11th November
19°
0.5mm
42kmh SE
35%
Tue 12th November
23°
0.0mm
14kmh SE
0%

In the next 14 days average maximum daily temperatures will be 20° 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 0.4mm rain on those days. Average cloud cover will be 30%.

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

Taking a Holiday at Sunset Beach, Cape Town, Western Cape, South Africa

Imagine yourself taking a holiday on the beautiful Sunset Beach in Cape Town, Western Cape, South Africa. This picturesque destination offers stunning views, exciting activities, and a relaxing atmosphere that will make your vacation unforgettable.

Beach Type

Sunset Beach is known for its soft, golden sand that stretches along the coastline. The beach is not rocky, making it perfect for sunbathing and leisurely strolls along the shore. While there may not be a reef or rocks for snorkeling or diving, the clear waters still provide an opportunity to explore the marine life through other water activities such as kayaking or stand up paddleboarding.

Beach Activities

Some popular beach activities at Sunset Beach include:

  1. Kite Surfing: The consistent winds at Sunset Beach make it an ideal spot for kite surfing. Whether you're a beginner or an experienced kitesurfer, you'll find plenty of opportunities to ride the waves.
  2. Stand Up Paddleboarding: Explore the calm waters of Sunset Beach on a stand-up paddleboard (SUP). This is a great way to get some exercise and take in the stunning views of Table Mountain and Robben Island.
  3. Beach Volleyball: With its wide stretches of sand, Sunset Beach offers ample space for beach volleyball enthusiasts to set up their nets and enjoy some friendly competition.
  4. Photography: The sunsets at Sunset Beach are truly breathtaking; photographers will love capturing these incredible moments as the sun dips below the horizon.
  5. Relaxation: Of course, no trip to Sunset Beach would be complete without simply taking some time to relax on the sand, soak up the sun and enjoy the sound of crashing waves.

Accommodations

While there are no beach resorts located directly on Sunset Beach itself, there are several hotels and guesthouses nearby that offer easy access to this beautiful destination:

  1. Sunset Decks Guesthouse
  2. Baywatch House B&B
  3. Atlantic Palms Luxury Guesthouse

Areas to Stay In

When visiting Sunset Beach, some recommended areas to stay in include:

  1. Bloubergstrand: Just a short drive from Sunset Beach, Bloubergstrand offers a variety of restaurants, shops, and accommodations with stunning views of Table Mountain and the ocean.
  2. Milnerton: Located close to Sunset Beach, Milnerton is a charming suburb with easy access to Cape Town's city center and a variety of amenities such as shopping centers, golf courses, and beautiful beaches.

Beach Amenities

Sunset Beach offers several amenities for visitors:

  1. Public restrooms
  2. Outdoor showers for rinsing off sand and saltwater
  3. Ample parking space near the beach
  4. Lifeguard services during peak seasons
  5. Picnic areas with benches and tables

With its pristine sand, beautiful sunsets, and wide range of activities, Sunset Beach in Cape Town is an ideal destination for your next beach holiday!

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