Beach Weather in Sunset Beach, Cape Town, South Africa

BEACH WEATHER MONTHLY AVERAGES
Best
Best
Best
Best
Tan
Tan
Tan
Tan
Tan
Tan
Tan
Sea
20°
Swim
Sea
20°
Swim
Sea
19°
 
Sea
17°
 
Sea
17°
 
Sea
15°
 
Sea
15°
 
Sea
15°
 
Sea
15°
 
Sea
16°
 
Sea
17°
 
Sea
19°
Swim
BEACH WEATHER FORECAST
Thu 21st September
12 AM 3 AM 6 AM 9 AM 12 PM 3 PM 6 PM 9 PM
13° 12° 13° 14° 16° 17° 15° 14°
73% 78% 96% 100% 100% 100% 100% 100%
0.0mm 0.0mm 0.1mm 0.1mm 0.1mm 0.0mm 0.2mm 0.2mm
13°
13°
13°
13°
13°
13°
13°
13°
Fri 22nd September
12 AM 3 AM 6 AM 9 AM 12 PM 3 PM 6 PM 9 PM
14° 14° 13° 14° 16° 17° 15° 13°
100% 100% 100% 79% 43% 14% 12% 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°
Sat 23rd September
12 AM 3 AM 6 AM 9 AM 12 PM 3 PM 6 PM 9 PM
13° 13° 12° 14° 16° 14° 13° 13°
3% 8% 20% 89% 51% 89% 51% 24%
0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm
13°
13°
13°
13°
13°
13°
13°
13°
Sun 24th September
12 AM 3 AM 6 AM 9 AM 12 PM 3 PM 6 PM 9 PM
12° 12° 12° 15° 16° 16° 15° 14°
9% 25% 32% 28% 55% 72% 73% 70%
0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm
13°
13°
13°
13°
13°
13°
13°
13°
Mon 25th September
12 AM 3 AM 6 AM 9 AM 12 PM 3 PM 6 PM 9 PM
14° 14° 14° 15° 16° 16° 15° 14°
68% 82% 15% 22% 27% 0% 17% 14%
0.0mm 0.1mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm
13°
13°
13°
13°
13°
13°
13°
13°
Tue 26th September
12 AM 3 AM 6 AM 9 AM 12 PM 3 PM 6 PM 9 PM
13° 13° 13° 15° 17° 18° 16° 14°
9% 2% 0% 0% 0% 0% 2% 7%
0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm
13°
13°
13°
13°
13°
13°
13°
13°
Wed 27th September
12 AM 3 AM 6 AM 9 AM 12 PM 3 PM 6 PM 9 PM
14° 13° 13° 16° 18° 19° 16° 14°
7% 1% 5% 7% 7% 4% 9% 6%
0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm
13°
13°
13°
13°
13°
13°
13°
13°
Thu 21st September
12 AM 3 AM 6 AM 9 AM 12 PM 3 PM 6 PM 9 PM
45
kmh
46
kmh
47
kmh
49
kmh
49
kmh
38
kmh
29
kmh
19
kmh
1.3m
1.3m
1.4m
1.5m
1.5m
1.0m
0.8m
0.5m
12.4s 12.3s 12.7s 12.5s 12.3s 12.3s 12.7s 12.7s
Fri 22nd September
12 AM 3 AM 6 AM 9 AM 12 PM 3 PM 6 PM 9 PM
3
kmh
4
kmh
11
kmh
14
kmh
16
kmh
16
kmh
16
kmh
20
kmh
0.1m
0.1m
0.2m
0.3m
0.3m
0.3m
0.3m
0.5m
12.7s 12.8s 13.0s 13.1s 13.5s 14.1s 14.3s 14.2s
Sat 23rd September
12 AM 3 AM 6 AM 9 AM 12 PM 3 PM 6 PM 9 PM
24
kmh
27
kmh
37
kmh
47
kmh
52
kmh
57
kmh
57
kmh
61
kmh
0.6m
0.7m
1.0m
1.4m
1.6m
1.8m
1.8m
2.0m
14.1s 13.7s 13.4s 13.4s 13.4s 13.4s 13.3s 13.2s
Sun 24th September
12 AM 3 AM 6 AM 9 AM 12 PM 3 PM 6 PM 9 PM
64
kmh
66
kmh
66
kmh
66
kmh
75
kmh
87
kmh
84
kmh
65
kmh
2.1m
2.1m
2.2m
2.2m
2.6m
3.1m
2.9m
2.1m
13.2s 13.1s 13.0s 12.9s 12.8s 12.4s 12.1s 12.0s
Mon 25th September
12 AM 3 AM 6 AM 9 AM 12 PM 3 PM 6 PM 9 PM
63
kmh
56
kmh
49
kmh
45
kmh
36
kmh
36
kmh
28
kmh
25
kmh
2.0m
1.7m
1.5m
1.3m
1.0m
1.0m
0.7m
0.6m
0.6s 11.8s 10.3s 0.5s 10.8s 10.6s 10.8s 10.8s
Tue 26th September
12 AM 3 AM 6 AM 9 AM 12 PM 3 PM 6 PM 9 PM
19
kmh
9
kmh
11
kmh
12
kmh
19
kmh
25
kmh
26
kmh
25
kmh
0.5m
0.2m
0.2m
0.3m
0.4m
0.6m
0.7m
0.6m
10.8s 14.6s 14.2s 14.1s 13.9s 13.4s 12.3s 13.0s
Wed 27th September
12 AM 3 AM 6 AM 9 AM 12 PM 3 PM 6 PM 9 PM
27
kmh
35
kmh
23
kmh
27
kmh
27
kmh
26
kmh
30
kmh
31
kmh
0.7m
0.9m
0.6m
0.7m
0.7m
0.6m
0.8m
0.8m
16.1s 15.8s 15.6s 15.2s 14.4s 14.3s 14.3s 14.3s
Thu 21st September
12:16 AM 6:29 AM 12:23 PM 6:46 PM
0.50 1.40 0.70 1.50
Fri 22nd September
1:07 AM 7:27 AM 1:25 PM 7:54 PM
0.70 1.30 0.80 1.40
Sat 23rd September
2:33 AM 9:02 AM 3:28 PM 9:48 PM
0.80 1.30 0.80 1.30
Sun 24th September
4:38 AM 11:03 AM 5:32 PM 11:41 PM
0.70 1.30 0.70 1.40
Mon 25th September
6:05 AM 12:21 PM 6:42 PM
0.60 1.50 0.60
Tue 26th September
12:49 AM 7:01 AM 1:14 PM 7:33 PM
1.50 0.50 1.70 0.40
Wed 27th September
1:39 AM 7:47 AM 1:58 PM 8:16 PM
1.70 0.40 1.80 0.30
Thu 21st September
16°
0.7mm
27kmh NNW
93%
Fri 22nd September
17°
0.0mm
7kmh W
57%
Sat 23rd September
16°
0.0mm
37kmh SSE
41%
Sun 24th September
17°
0.0mm
32kmh SE
45%
Mon 25th September
16°
0.1mm
28kmh S
30%
Tue 26th September
18°
0.0mm
15kmh S
2%
Wed 27th September
19°
0.0mm
9kmh SSE
5%
Thu 28th September
20°
0.0mm
6kmh SW
5%
Fri 29th September
20°
0.0mm
9kmh SSW
1%
Sat 30th September
23°
0.0mm
15kmh SSE
6%
Sun 1st October
21°
0.0mm
9kmh E
43%
Mon 2nd October
20°
0.0mm
26kmh SE
14%
Tue 3rd October
20°
0.0mm
19kmh SE
12%
Wed 4th October
22°
0.0mm
11kmh SSE
18%

In the next 14 days average maximum daily temperatures will be 19° which is not so warm but sunbathing may be possible on some days. 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 2 days of very light rain with an average of 0.4mm rain on those days. Average cloud cover will be 27%.

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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