Beach Weather in Featherbed Nature Reserve, Knysna, South Africa

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BEACH WEATHER MONTHLY AVERAGES

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22°
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22°
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20°
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19°
 
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19°
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18°
 
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17°
 
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17°
 
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17°
 
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17°
 
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19°
 
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20°
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Beach Weather Today in Featherbed Nature Reserve

Today the maximum temperature will be 20° which is warm and pleasant for sunbathing. 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 2.0mm of light rain. Expect overcast skies and very little possibility of sunshine with an average cloud cover of 82%.

The winds will be on shore and moderate at 19kmh 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.

Featherbed Nature Reserve faces South and sunset will be visible over the beach shoreline to the West at 07:17 PM. Unfortunately very heavy cloud cover of 100% may make the sunset not viewable.

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 Featherbed Nature Reserve

This weekend the average maximum daily temperatures will be 20° which is not so warm but sunbathing may be possible. The average water temperature will be 17° which is cool for swimming, shorty wetsuit may help you extend your time in the water.

There will be 1 day of very light rain. Saturday will have 0.1mm of rain and Sunday will be dry. Expect plentiful sunshine and mostly clear blue skies with an average cloud cover of 15%.

FEATHERBED NATURE RESERVE - BEACH WEATHER FORECAST

Thu 21st November
12 AM 3 AM 6 AM 9 AM 12 PM 3 PM 6 PM 9 PM
19° 19° 19° 21° 24° 22° 20° 20°
83% 69% 87% 76% 56% 90% 100% 100%
0.1mm 0.2mm 0.9mm 0.2mm 0.0mm 0.1mm 0.4mm 0.1mm
17°
17°
17°
17°
17°
17°
17°
17°
Fri 22nd November
12 AM 3 AM 6 AM 9 AM 12 PM 3 PM 6 PM 9 PM
19° 19° 20° 23° 25° 24° 22° 20°
100% 72% 39% 10% 4% 6% 21% 85%
0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.1mm
17°
17°
17°
17°
17°
17°
17°
17°
Sat 23rd November
12 AM 3 AM 6 AM 9 AM 12 PM 3 PM 6 PM 9 PM
19° 17° 17° 21° 22° 21° 20° 18°
77% 20% 11% 9% 8% 6% 28% 17%
0.1mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm
17°
17°
17°
17°
17°
17°
17°
17°
Sun 24th November
12 AM 3 AM 6 AM 9 AM 12 PM 3 PM 6 PM 9 PM
17° 17° 18° 22° 23° 23° 21° 20°
4% 4% 3% 0% 0% 2% 23% 31%
0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm
17°
17°
17°
17°
17°
17°
17°
17°
Mon 25th November
12 AM 3 AM 6 AM 9 AM 12 PM 3 PM 6 PM 9 PM
19° 19° 19° 24° 24° 22° 20° 18°
35% 30% 7% 5% 86% 40% 12% 34%
0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm
17°
17°
17°
17°
17°
19°
19°
19°
Tue 26th November
12 AM 3 AM 6 AM 9 AM 12 PM 3 PM 6 PM 9 PM
18° 17° 17° 17° 18° 19° 17° 16°
70% 100% 100% 100% 96% 86% 75% 77%
0.2mm 0.5mm 0.1mm 0.1mm 0.1mm 0.1mm 0.3mm 0.3mm
19°
19°
19°
19°
19°
19°
19°
19°
Wed 27th November
12 AM 3 AM 6 AM 9 AM 12 PM 3 PM 6 PM 9 PM
16° 15° 15° 17° 19° 18° 18° 16°
84% 68% 95% 85% 73% 64% 70% 43%
0.2mm 0.4mm 0.5mm 0.1mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm
19°
19°
19°
19°
19°
19°
19°
19°
Thu 21st November
12 AM 3 AM 6 AM 9 AM 12 PM 3 PM 6 PM 9 PM
2
kmh
10
kmh
4
kmh
2
kmh
11
kmh
19
kmh
18
kmh
17
kmh
0.2m
0.3m
0.3m
0.2m
1.0m
0.5m
0.7m
0.3m
11.8s 11.8s 11.8s 11.7s 11.6s 11.5s 11.4s 11.3s
Fri 22nd November
12 AM 3 AM 6 AM 9 AM 12 PM 3 PM 6 PM 9 PM
15
kmh
11
kmh
12
kmh
13
kmh
15
kmh
9
kmh
16
kmh
21
kmh
0.2m
0.2m
0.1m
0.2m
0.4m
0.3m
0.3m
0.7m
11.2s 14.1s 13.1s 13.0s 12.8s 12.7s 12.5s 12.4s
Sat 23rd November
12 AM 3 AM 6 AM 9 AM 12 PM 3 PM 6 PM 9 PM
25
kmh
22
kmh
19
kmh
17
kmh
14
kmh
12
kmh
9
kmh
10
kmh
0.7m
0.6m
0.5m
0.3m
0.2m
0.3m
0.2m
0.3m
12.2s 12.2s 12.2s 12.1s 12.2s 12.0s 11.8s 11.7s
Sun 24th November
12 AM 3 AM 6 AM 9 AM 12 PM 3 PM 6 PM 9 PM
10
kmh
10
kmh
11
kmh
14
kmh
27
kmh
27
kmh
24
kmh
22
kmh
0.3m
0.3m
0.3m
0.3m
0.4m
0.6m
0.4m
0.6m
11.6s 11.5s 11.4s 11.4s 11.3s 11.2s 11.1s 11.0s
Mon 25th November
12 AM 3 AM 6 AM 9 AM 12 PM 3 PM 6 PM 9 PM
19
kmh
7
kmh
16
kmh
23
kmh
26
kmh
25
kmh
21
kmh
19
kmh
0.8m
1.0m
1.1m
1.3m
1.2m
1.1m
1.2m
1.4m
11.0s 10.7s 9.1s 8.2s 9.7s 9.4s 7.8s 10.7s
Tue 26th November
12 AM 3 AM 6 AM 9 AM 12 PM 3 PM 6 PM 9 PM
23
kmh
31
kmh
33
kmh
37
kmh
41
kmh
40
kmh
35
kmh
29
kmh
1.4m
1.2m
1.4m
1.4m
1.3m
1.1m
0.7m
0.6m
15.9s 13.6s 10.9s 10.9s 10.8s 11.1s 11.6s 11.6s
Wed 27th November
12 AM 3 AM 6 AM 9 AM 12 PM 3 PM 6 PM 9 PM
24
kmh
21
kmh
19
kmh
14
kmh
13
kmh
11
kmh
9
kmh
4
kmh
0.6m
0.7m
0.7m
0.6m
0.5m
0.5m
0.6m
0.7m
11.7s 11.5s 11.0s 10.7s 10.4s 9.9s 9.6s 9.0s
Thu 21st November
12:55 AM 7:36 AM 1:46 PM 7:53 PM
0.70 1.60 0.80 1.50
Fri 22nd November
1:56 AM 8:44 AM 3:17 PM 9:14 PM
0.80 1.60 0.90 1.40
Sat 23rd November
3:18 AM 10:06 AM 4:49 PM 10:50 PM
0.90 1.50 0.90 1.40
Sun 24th November
4:43 AM 11:22 AM 5:55 PM
0.90 1.60 0.80
Mon 25th November
12:05 AM 5:48 AM 12:19 PM 6:41 PM
1.40 0.80 1.60 0.70
Tue 26th November
12:55 AM 6:36 AM 1:02 PM 7:17 PM
1.50 0.80 1.70 0.70
Wed 27th November
1:35 AM 7:16 AM 1:38 PM 7:49 PM
1.60 0.70 1.70 0.60
Thu 21st November
24°
2.0mm
12kmh S
82%
Fri 22nd November
25°
0.1mm
14kmh SE
42%
Sat 23rd November
22°
0.1mm
15kmh SSW
22%
Sun 24th November
23°
0.0mm
18kmh ESE
8%
Mon 25th November
24°
0.0mm
22kmh WSW
31%
Tue 26th November
20°
1.7mm
25kmh WSW
88%
Wed 27th November
20°
1.2mm
13kmh SW
72%
Thu 28th November
21°
0.0mm
17kmh SE
13%
Fri 29th November
22°
0.0mm
18kmh ESE
1%
Sat 30th November
27°
0.0mm
13kmh SE
12%
Sun 1st December
25°
0.0mm
12kmh SSW
16%
Mon 2nd December
20°
0.2mm
20kmh WSW
61%
Tue 3rd December
20°
0.0mm
13kmh S
16%
Wed 4th December
22°
0.0mm
15kmh SE
13%

In the next 14 days average maximum daily temperatures will be 23° 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 6 days of very light rain with an average of 0.9mm rain on those days. Average cloud cover will be 34%.

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

Taking a Holiday at Featherbed Nature Reserve, Knysna, Western Cape, South Africa

Featherbed Nature Reserve is a paradise for nature lovers and beach enthusiasts alike. Located in Knysna, Western Cape, South Africa, it is a premier destination for those looking to relax and unwind on the beautiful shores of the Indian Ocean. With its breathtaking views and pristine environment, Featherbed Nature Reserve offers everything you need for the perfect beach holiday.

Beach Type

The beaches in Featherbed Nature Reserve are characterized by soft yellow sand and pebbles, with some rocky areas along the shoreline. The rocky formations make it an interesting spot for both snorkeling and diving enthusiasts, as they provide shelter for a variety of marine life. The clear waters of the Indian Ocean allow for excellent visibility while exploring underwater, making it an ideal location to view colorful fish and other aquatic species up close.

Beach Activities

There are numerous beach activities to enjoy at Featherbed Nature Reserve. Some popular options include:

  1. Swimming: The warm waters of the Indian Ocean make swimming a delightful experience at these beaches.
  2. Snorkeling & Diving: As mentioned earlier, the rocky formations along the shoreline offer excellent opportunities to explore marine life.
  3. Hiking & Walking Trails: Featherbed Nature Reserve features a network of walking trails that allow you to explore its diverse flora and fauna.
  4. Boat trips: Enjoy scenic boat trips along the Knysna lagoon or venture out into the open ocean to spot dolphins or even whales during migration season.
  5. Kayaking & Canoeing: Rent a kayak or canoe and paddle through the calm waters of Knysna lagoon while admiring beautiful coastal landscapes.

Accommodations

While there are no beach resorts or hotels directly within Featherbed Nature Reserve, visitors can find various accommodation options in nearby Knysna town. Options include luxury waterfront lodges like The Lofts Boutique Hotel as well as budget-friendly guesthouses such as Knysna Manor House.

Areas to Stay In

  1. Knysna Waterfront: Stay close to the action at the Knysna Waterfront, which offers a variety of eateries, shops, and entertainment options.
  2. Knysna Heads: For a more tranquil experience, consider staying in the Knysna Heads area, where you can enjoy stunning views of the ocean and lagoon.
  3. Leisure Isle: This small island in the Knysna Lagoon provides a peaceful retreat with easy access to nearby attractions.

Beach Amenities

Featherbed Nature Reserve offers a variety of amenities for visitors to enjoy during their stay:

  • Restrooms and changing facilities
  • Shaded picnic areas
  • Walking trails with informative signage
  • Guided nature walks and eco-tours
  • Boat trips and kayak rentals available from nearby Knysna Waterfront

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