Beach Weather in Featherbed Nature Reserve, Knysna, South Africa

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Beach Weather Today in Featherbed Nature Reserve

Today the maximum temperature will be 19° which is not so warm but sunbathing may be possible. 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 0.2mm of very light rain. Expect sunny spells but some cloudy periods with an average cloud cover of 63%.

The winds will be side shore and moderate at 20kmh from the West-Northwest. The moderate winds will keep the temperatures feeling cooler.

Featherbed Nature Reserve faces South and sunset will be visible over the beach shoreline to the West at 06:25 PM. Unfortunately very heavy cloud cover of 92% 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

Today - Sunday the maximum daily temperatures will be 19° which is not so warm but sunbathing may be possible. Today the water temperature will be 16° which is cool for swimming, shorty wetsuit may help you extend your time in the water.

Today, Sunday will have 0.2mm of very light rain. Expect sunny spells but some cloudy periods with an average cloud cover of 63%.

FEATHERBED NATURE RESERVE - BEACH WEATHER FORECAST

Sun 30th March
12 AM 3 AM 6 AM 9 AM 12 PM 3 PM 6 PM 9 PM
17° 17° 17° 19° 20° 19° 18° 17°
12% 60% 61% 73% 87% 20% 92% 100%
0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.1mm 0.1mm
16°
16°
16°
16°
16°
16°
16°
16°
Mon 31st March
12 AM 3 AM 6 AM 9 AM 12 PM 3 PM 6 PM 9 PM
17° 17° 17° 18° 20° 20° 18° 18°
100% 100% 97% 84% 29% 14% 28% 77%
0.1mm 0.1mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm
16°
16°
16°
16°
16°
16°
16°
16°
Tue 1st April
12 AM 3 AM 6 AM 9 AM 12 PM 3 PM 6 PM 9 PM
18° 17° 17° 17° 18° 18° 17° 16°
65% 100% 98% 58% 71% 2% 15% 73%
0.0mm 0.1mm 0.1mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.1mm
16°
16°
16°
16°
16°
16°
16°
16°
Wed 2nd April
12 AM 3 AM 6 AM 9 AM 12 PM 3 PM 6 PM 9 PM
16° 17° 17° 18° 19° 18° 18° 17°
73% 81% 52% 22% 10% 7% 0% 1%
0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm
16°
16°
16°
16°
16°
16°
16°
16°
Thu 3rd April
12 AM 3 AM 6 AM 9 AM 12 PM 3 PM 6 PM 9 PM
17° 16° 16° 18° 20° 20° 19° 18°
2% 0% 0% 0% 0% 0% 5% 13%
0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm
16°
16°
16°
16°
16°
18°
18°
18°
Fri 4th April
12 AM 3 AM 6 AM 9 AM 12 PM 3 PM 6 PM 9 PM
19° 19° 19° 20° 22° 21° 20° 19°
6% 6% 28% 70% 49% 4% 11% 33%
0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.1mm 0.2mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm
18°
18°
18°
18°
18°
18°
18°
18°
Sat 5th April
12 AM 3 AM 6 AM 9 AM 12 PM 3 PM 6 PM 9 PM
19° 18° 18° 19° 20° 20° 19° 18°
67% 93% 98% 93% 71% 67% 82% 70%
0.0mm 0.3mm 0.8mm 0.6mm 0.2mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm
18°
18°
18°
18°
18°
18°
18°
18°
Sun 30th March
12 AM 3 AM 6 AM 9 AM 12 PM 3 PM 6 PM 9 PM
19
kmh
20
kmh
18
kmh
15
kmh
13
kmh
10
kmh
19
kmh
20
kmh
0.7m
1.2m
1.1m
1.0m
1.0m
1.0m
1.0m
1.4m
8.0s 8.1s 8.1s 8.3s 8.3s 13.1s 6.9s 7.0s
Mon 31st March
12 AM 3 AM 6 AM 9 AM 12 PM 3 PM 6 PM 9 PM
24
kmh
24
kmh
23
kmh
13
kmh
9
kmh
16
kmh
8
kmh
15
kmh
1.1m
1.2m
1.1m
1.0m
0.9m
0.5m
0.7m
0.8m
11.7s 11.3s 11.1s 11.2s 16.3s 15.6s 15.3s 14.9s
Tue 1st April
12 AM 3 AM 6 AM 9 AM 12 PM 3 PM 6 PM 9 PM
23
kmh
25
kmh
22
kmh
16
kmh
13
kmh
10
kmh
10
kmh
10
kmh
1.0m
1.1m
0.9m
0.8m
1.1m
0.9m
0.4m
0.3m
14.5s 14.3s 14.2s 13.8s 13.6s 13.4s 13.3s 12.8s
Wed 2nd April
12 AM 3 AM 6 AM 9 AM 12 PM 3 PM 6 PM 9 PM
13
kmh
10
kmh
9
kmh
4
kmh
12
kmh
24
kmh
21
kmh
24
kmh
0.2m
0.2m
0.2m
0.7m
0.3m
0.4m
0.4m
0.4m
12.5s 12.4s 12.2s 12.1s 11.9s 11.9s 12.0s 12.1s
Thu 3rd April
12 AM 3 AM 6 AM 9 AM 12 PM 3 PM 6 PM 9 PM
24
kmh
25
kmh
26
kmh
23
kmh
30
kmh
34
kmh
35
kmh
32
kmh
0.6m
0.5m
0.6m
0.8m
1.3m
2.2m
2.2m
1.8m
12.1s 12.4s 12.3s 12.2s 12.1s 12.0s 11.9s 11.7s
Fri 4th April
12 AM 3 AM 6 AM 9 AM 12 PM 3 PM 6 PM 9 PM
15
kmh
7
kmh
8
kmh
10
kmh
11
kmh
9
kmh
4
kmh
6
kmh
1.3m
1.0m
0.7m
0.6m
0.8m
1.2m
1.6m
1.3m
11.3s 11.1s 9.8s 8.6s 10.9s 10.8s 10.6s 10.4s
Sat 5th April
12 AM 3 AM 6 AM 9 AM 12 PM 3 PM 6 PM 9 PM
4
kmh
4
kmh
5
kmh
7
kmh
12
kmh
16
kmh
20
kmh
18
kmh
1.0m
0.9m
0.6m
0.7m
1.1m
1.3m
0.9m
0.5m
10.8s 10.6s 8.1s 9.6s 12.9s 13.1s 11.3s 10.5s
Sun 30th March
4:04 AM 10:22 AM 4:24 PM 10:30 PM
2.31 -0.03 2.12 0.01
Mon 31st March
4:41 AM 10:58 AM 5:01 PM 11:06 PM
2.28 0.03 2.05 0.09
Tue 1st April
5:20 AM 11:34 AM 5:40 PM 11:43 PM
2.16 0.15 1.93 0.23
Wed 2nd April
6:01 AM 12:11 PM 6:22 PM
1.97 0.34 1.77
Thu 3rd April
12:22 AM 6:46 AM 12:51 PM 7:11 PM
0.42 1.75 0.55 1.58
Fri 4th April
1:08 AM 7:42 AM 1:43 PM 8:20 PM
0.64 1.51 0.76 1.40
Sat 5th April
2:25 AM 9:10 AM 3:57 PM 10:23 PM
0.85 1.33 0.90 1.32
Sun 30th March
20°
0.2mm
14kmh S
63%
Mon 31st March
20°
0.2mm
10kmh SE
66%
Tue 1st April
18°
0.3mm
11kmh SSW
60%
Wed 2nd April
19°
0.0mm
17kmh ESE
30%
Thu 3rd April
20°
0.0mm
18kmh E
2%
Fri 4th April
23°
0.3mm
11kmh SSW
25%
Sat 5th April
21°
1.9mm
17kmh ESE
80%
Sun 6th April
21°
0.0mm
23kmh E
46%
Mon 7th April
20°
0.3mm
9kmh ESE
58%
Tue 8th April
21°
0.7mm
22kmh SW
38%
Wed 9th April
19°
0.0mm
8kmh ESE
15%
Thu 10th April
19°
0.0mm
13kmh E
9%
Fri 11th April
18°
0.2mm
10kmh S
65%
Sat 12th April
21°
0.0mm
11kmh SE
70%

In the next 14 days average maximum daily temperatures will be 20° which is not so warm but sunbathing may be possible on some days. 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 8 days of very light rain with an average of 0.5mm rain on those days. Average cloud cover will be 45%.

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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