Beach Weather in Featherbed Nature Reserve, Knysna, South Africa

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

Today the maximum temperature will be 19° which is warm and pleasant for sunbathing. Today the water temperature will be 16° which is cool for swimming, shorty wetsuit may help you extend your time in the water.

Today will have 0.3mm of very light rain. Expect sunshine and sunny skies with an average cloud cover of 45%.

The winds will be cross-on shore and moderate at 18kmh from the West-Southwest. 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 07:11 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 Featherbed Nature Reserve

This weekend the average maximum daily temperatures will be 19° which is not so warm but sunbathing may be possible. 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 1 day of very light rain. Saturday will be dry and Sunday will have 1.0mm of rain. Expect some sunshine and occasionally cloudy periods with an average cloud cover of 52%.

FEATHERBED NATURE RESERVE - BEACH WEATHER FORECAST

Tue 24th February
12 AM 3 AM 6 AM 9 AM 12 PM 3 PM 6 PM 9 PM
19° 19° 19° 20° 24° 24° 22° 19°
47% 55% 67% 55% 89% 25% 12% 17%
0.0mm 0.0mm 0.1mm 0.0mm 0.2mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm
16°
16°
16°
16°
16°
16°
16°
16°
Wed 25th February
12 AM 3 AM 6 AM 9 AM 12 PM 3 PM 6 PM 9 PM
17° 17° 17° 23° 24° 24° 22° 19°
6% 12% 15% 31% 25% 14% 40% 28%
0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm
18°
18°
18°
18°
18°
18°
18°
18°
Thu 26th February
12 AM 3 AM 6 AM 9 AM 12 PM 3 PM 6 PM 9 PM
18° 17° 17° 22° 19° 18° 18° 18°
20% 26% 48% 100% 100% 100% 100% 84%
0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.1mm 0.7mm 0.5mm 0.2mm 0.1mm
16°
16°
16°
16°
16°
16°
16°
16°
Fri 27th February
12 AM 3 AM 6 AM 9 AM 12 PM 3 PM 6 PM 9 PM
18° 17° 17° 19° 21° 21° 19° 17°
68% 56% 65% 90% 49% 12% 19% 41%
0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm
16°
16°
16°
16°
16°
16°
16°
16°
Sat 28th February
12 AM 3 AM 6 AM 9 AM 12 PM 3 PM 6 PM 9 PM
16° 15° 15° 20° 21° 21° 20° 17°
36% 5% 5% 11% 6% 21% 18% 21%
0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm
16°
16°
16°
16°
16°
18°
18°
18°
Sun 1st March
12 AM 3 AM 6 AM 9 AM 12 PM 3 PM 6 PM 9 PM
16° 16° 16° 18° 19° 19° 18° 17°
55% 83% 87% 100% 100% 97% 95% 97%
0.0mm 0.1mm 0.2mm 0.3mm 0.1mm 0.1mm 0.1mm 0.1mm
18°
18°
18°
18°
18°
18°
18°
18°
Mon 2nd March
12 AM 3 AM 6 AM 9 AM 12 PM 3 PM 6 PM 9 PM
17° 15° 15° 18° 20° 20° 18° 16°
88% 59% 15% 4% 13% 21% 8% 5%
0.1mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm
19°
20°
20°
20°
20°
20°
20°
20°
Tue 24th February
12 AM 3 AM 6 AM 9 AM 12 PM 3 PM 6 PM 9 PM
10
kmh
6
kmh
5
kmh
13
kmh
18
kmh
12
kmh
10
kmh
13
kmh
1.1m
1.2m
1.3m
1.5m
0.5m
0.3m
0.9m
0.9m
11.6s 11.6s 11.5s 11.4s 13.7s 13.5s 13.3s 13.2s
Wed 25th February
12 AM 3 AM 6 AM 9 AM 12 PM 3 PM 6 PM 9 PM
13
kmh
15
kmh
16
kmh
12
kmh
4
kmh
16
kmh
7
kmh
13
kmh
0.9m
1.0m
1.1m
1.2m
1.1m
1.1m
0.7m
0.7m
12.9s 12.6s 12.4s 12.3s 11.9s 7.1s 7.3s 7.6s
Thu 26th February
12 AM 3 AM 6 AM 9 AM 12 PM 3 PM 6 PM 9 PM
14
kmh
14
kmh
14
kmh
20
kmh
26
kmh
23
kmh
16
kmh
10
kmh
0.7m
0.6m
0.7m
0.4m
0.7m
1.0m
0.6m
0.5m
7.8s 8.1s 10.7s 11.1s 12.3s 12.3s 11.9s 12.4s
Fri 27th February
12 AM 3 AM 6 AM 9 AM 12 PM 3 PM 6 PM 9 PM
6
kmh
7
kmh
9
kmh
9
kmh
15
kmh
17
kmh
14
kmh
7
kmh
0.3m
0.4m
0.1m
0.1m
0.3m
0.4m
0.3m
0.2m
12.1s 11.7s 11.6s 11.2s 11.0s 10.8s 10.5s 10.4s
Sat 28th February
12 AM 3 AM 6 AM 9 AM 12 PM 3 PM 6 PM 9 PM
2
kmh
6
kmh
10
kmh
16
kmh
18
kmh
21
kmh
19
kmh
20
kmh
0.2m
0.1m
0.2m
0.3m
0.5m
0.8m
0.8m
0.8m
10.3s 10.2s 10.1s 10.0s 10.1s 11.4s 11.3s 11.4s
Sun 1st March
12 AM 3 AM 6 AM 9 AM 12 PM 3 PM 6 PM 9 PM
26
kmh
28
kmh
29
kmh
31
kmh
32
kmh
31
kmh
29
kmh
23
kmh
0.8m
1.0m
1.0m
1.0m
1.1m
1.1m
1.0m
1.0m
11.3s 11.0s 11.0s 11.4s 12.0s 12.9s 13.8s 14.4s
Mon 2nd March
12 AM 3 AM 6 AM 9 AM 12 PM 3 PM 6 PM 9 PM
14
kmh
8
kmh
6
kmh
5
kmh
11
kmh
17
kmh
18
kmh
17
kmh
1.0m
0.8m
0.8m
0.6m
0.5m
0.4m
0.5m
0.7m
14.5s 14.5s 14.4s 14.3s 14.2s 14.1s 13.8s 13.4s
Tue 24th February
8:04 AM 2:18 PM 8:36 PM
1.62 0.72 1.38
Wed 25th February
2:32 AM 9:30 AM 4:18 PM 10:34 PM
0.77 1.45 0.85 1.29
Thu 26th February
5:13 AM 11:44 AM 6:46 PM
0.85 1.42 0.76
Fri 27th February
12:47 AM 7:16 AM 1:19 PM 7:51 PM
1.41 0.71 1.55 0.58
Sat 28th February
1:52 AM 8:14 AM 2:10 PM 8:33 PM
1.62 0.53 1.71 0.41
Sun 1st March
2:35 AM 8:55 AM 2:49 PM 9:08 PM
1.82 0.38 1.85 0.27
Mon 2nd March
3:10 AM 9:30 AM 3:23 PM 9:38 PM
1.98 0.27 1.94 0.17
Tue 24th February
24°
0.3mm
15kmh SSW
45%
Wed 25th February
24°
0.0mm
8kmh S
21%
Thu 26th February
22°
1.6mm
18kmh SW
72%
Fri 27th February
22°
0.0mm
14kmh SE
50%
Sat 28th February
21°
0.0mm
15kmh SSW
15%
Sun 1st March
19°
1.0mm
23kmh WSW
89%
Mon 2nd March
20°
0.1mm
12kmh SSE
26%
Tue 3rd March
23°
0.0mm
9kmh SSE
1%
Wed 4th March
23°
0.0mm
15kmh SW
11%
Thu 5th March
24°
0.0mm
20kmh ESE
32%
Fri 6th March
24°
0.0mm
11kmh ESE
58%
Sat 7th March
26°
0.0mm
18kmh ESE
11%
Sun 8th March
29°
0.2mm
7kmh SE
33%
Mon 9th March
24°
0.4mm
8kmh S
63%

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 17° 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 0.6mm rain on those days. Average cloud cover will be 38%.

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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