Beach Weather in Arniston Beach, Overberg District, South Africa

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Beach Weather Today in Arniston Beach

Today the maximum temperature will be 17° which is a little too chilly for sunbathing. Today the 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.

Today will be dry with no rain showers. Expect sunshine and sunny skies with an average cloud cover of 49%.

The winds will be cross-on shore and strong at 37kmh from the East-Northeast. The strong winds will keep the temperatures feeling cooler. The strong onshore winds may make conditions rougher for swimming.

Arniston Beach faces Southeast and sunset will be over the land behind the beach at 05:36 PM. Unfortunately there are chances that 79% cloud cover 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 Arniston 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 15° 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 1.2mm of rain. Expect lots of sunshine and clear skies with an average cloud cover of 34%.

ARNISTON BEACH - BEACH WEATHER FORECAST

Thu 25th June
12 AM 3 AM 6 AM 9 AM 12 PM 3 PM 6 PM 9 PM
15° 16° 16° 16° 17° 17° 16° 16°
48% 31% 82% 55% 13% 34% 79% 52%
0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm
15°
15°
15°
15°
15°
15°
15°
15°
Fri 26th June
12 AM 3 AM 6 AM 9 AM 12 PM 3 PM 6 PM 9 PM
15° 15° 14° 16° 19° 19° 16° 16°
17% 9% 5% 8% 8% 10% 89% 13%
0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.1mm 0.0mm
15°
15°
15°
15°
15°
15°
15°
15°
Sat 27th June
12 AM 3 AM 6 AM 9 AM 12 PM 3 PM 6 PM 9 PM
15° 16° 16° 16° 18° 18° 16° 15°
10% 12% 14% 7% 4% 15% 16% 26%
0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm
15°
15°
15°
15°
15°
15°
15°
15°
Sun 28th June
12 AM 3 AM 6 AM 9 AM 12 PM 3 PM 6 PM 9 PM
14° 15° 15° 15° 18° 17° 14° 14°
7% 21% 5% 32% 84% 100% 100% 100%
0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.4mm 0.5mm 0.3mm
15°
15°
15°
15°
15°
15°
15°
15°
Mon 29th June
12 AM 3 AM 6 AM 9 AM 12 PM 3 PM 6 PM 9 PM
13° 13° 13° 13° 13° 13° 12° 11°
41% 66% 77% 71% 67% 56% 39% 71%
0.0mm 0.1mm 0.1mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.1mm 0.0mm 0.0mm
17°
17°
17°
17°
17°
17°
17°
17°
Tue 30th June
12 AM 3 AM 6 AM 9 AM 12 PM 3 PM 6 PM 9 PM
10° 10° 10° 11° 14° 14° 14° 14°
33% 13% 7% 4% 7% 18% 16% 10%
0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm
17°
17°
17°
17°
17°
17°
17°
17°
Wed 1st July
12 AM 3 AM 6 AM 9 AM 12 PM 3 PM 6 PM 9 PM
13° 12° 11° 13° 16° 16° 14° 14°
4% 8% 11% 14% 12% 25% 73% 73%
0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm
17°
17°
17°
17°
17°
17°
17°
17°
Thu 25th June
12 AM 3 AM 6 AM 9 AM 12 PM 3 PM 6 PM 9 PM
21
kmh
24
kmh
27
kmh
37
kmh
37
kmh
36
kmh
28
kmh
19
kmh
0.7m
0.9m
1.1m
1.1m
1.1m
1.3m
1.2m
0.9m
14.6s 14.3s 13.9s 13.5s 13.2s 12.9s 12.7s 12.4s
Fri 26th June
12 AM 3 AM 6 AM 9 AM 12 PM 3 PM 6 PM 9 PM
15
kmh
8
kmh
8
kmh
9
kmh
16
kmh
17
kmh
17
kmh
14
kmh
0.7m
0.9m
0.4m
0.7m
0.7m
0.7m
0.8m
0.6m
12.5s 12.5s 15.3s 15.1s 15.0s 14.9s 14.7s 14.5s
Sat 27th June
12 AM 3 AM 6 AM 9 AM 12 PM 3 PM 6 PM 9 PM
14
kmh
10
kmh
13
kmh
24
kmh
23
kmh
28
kmh
27
kmh
30
kmh
0.6m
0.5m
0.4m
0.5m
0.9m
1.3m
1.1m
1.4m
14.3s 14.0s 13.7s 13.6s 13.5s 13.4s 13.3s 13.2s
Sun 28th June
12 AM 3 AM 6 AM 9 AM 12 PM 3 PM 6 PM 9 PM
26
kmh
16
kmh
15
kmh
26
kmh
31
kmh
51
kmh
43
kmh
49
kmh
1.1m
1.1m
1.3m
0.9m
1.1m
1.1m
0.6m
0.3m
13.1s 13.2s 13.2s 12.8s 12.3s 11.7s 11.6s 12.1s
Mon 29th June
12 AM 3 AM 6 AM 9 AM 12 PM 3 PM 6 PM 9 PM
51
kmh
55
kmh
48
kmh
39
kmh
31
kmh
26
kmh
17
kmh
13
kmh
0.5m
0.4m
0.7m
1.1m
1.6m
2.3m
2.7m
1.6m
15.8s 15.4s 15.2s 15.0s 14.8s 14.4s 12.6s 11.1s
Tue 30th June
12 AM 3 AM 6 AM 9 AM 12 PM 3 PM 6 PM 9 PM
10
kmh
12
kmh
18
kmh
25
kmh
31
kmh
32
kmh
34
kmh
34
kmh
1.0m
0.8m
0.5m
0.4m
0.2m
0.3m
0.4m
0.6m
12.3s 10.8s 13.2s 13.0s 12.8s 12.7s 12.6s 12.5s
Wed 1st July
12 AM 3 AM 6 AM 9 AM 12 PM 3 PM 6 PM 9 PM
32
kmh
31
kmh
25
kmh
28
kmh
45
kmh
51
kmh
48
kmh
46
kmh
0.8m
0.8m
0.7m
0.7m
0.8m
1.1m
0.9m
0.3m
12.4s 12.2s 11.9s 11.8s 11.7s 11.5s 10.3s 10.0s
Thu 25th June
6:39 AM 12:35 PM 6:53 PM
0.60 1.31 0.68
Fri 26th June
12:50 AM 7:27 AM 1:29 PM 7:42 PM
1.43 0.54 1.39 0.62
Sat 27th June
1:40 AM 8:07 AM 2:14 PM 8:23 PM
1.47 0.47 1.47 0.55
Sun 28th June
2:23 AM 8:43 AM 2:54 PM 9:00 PM
1.53 0.40 1.55 0.49
Mon 29th June
3:02 AM 9:17 AM 3:30 PM 9:35 PM
1.59 0.34 1.62 0.43
Tue 30th June
3:38 AM 9:49 AM 4:05 PM 10:08 PM
1.63 0.30 1.67 0.40
Wed 1st July
4:12 AM 10:21 AM 4:38 PM 10:41 PM
1.65 0.28 1.70 0.38
Thu 25th June
17°
0.0mm
30kmh E
49%
Fri 26th June
19°
0.1mm
12kmh E
19%
Sat 27th June
19°
0.0mm
23kmh W
13%
Sun 28th June
18°
1.2mm
34kmh NW
56%
Mon 29th June
14°
0.3mm
26kmh WSW
61%
Tue 30th June
14°
0.0mm
30kmh ENE
13%
Wed 1st July
16°
0.0mm
38kmh W
27%
Thu 2nd July
15°
0.6mm
34kmh W
47%
Fri 3rd July
17°
0.0mm
13kmh NW
69%
Sat 4th July
17°
0.0mm
7kmh NW
11%
Sun 5th July
18°
0.5mm
31kmh WNW
47%
Mon 6th July
18°
0.1mm
48kmh WNW
64%
Tue 7th July
20°
0.0mm
34kmh WNW
24%
Wed 8th July
19°
0.0mm
7kmh NE
3%

In the next 14 days average maximum daily temperatures will be 17° which is not so warm but sunbathing may be possible on some days. The average water temperature will be 16° which is cold for swimming, a full wet suit is required to spend any length of time in the sea. There will be 6 days of very light rain with an average of 0.5mm rain on those days. Average cloud cover will be 36%.

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

Taking a Holiday at Arniston Beach, Overberg District, Western Cape, South Africa

Arniston Beach, located in the Overberg District of the Western Cape, South Africa, is a perfect holiday destination for those seeking a relaxing beach getaway. This picturesque coastal village offers pristine beaches, crystal-clear waters, and an array of activities that cater to various interests. Whether you prefer sunbathing on the soft sand or exploring the vibrant underwater world through snorkeling or diving, Arniston Beach has something to offer every beach lover.

Beach Type

Arniston Beach is known for its powdery white sand and turquoise waters. The beach is lined with rocky outcrops and small dunes that add to its natural beauty. The presence of rocks and reefs close to the shore makes it an ideal spot for snorkeling and diving enthusiasts, as these features attract a variety of marine life.

Beach Activities

Some popular beach activities at Arniston Beach include:

  1. Swimming: The calm waters at Arniston Beach make it perfect for swimming and wading in the shallows.
  2. Snorkeling: With several rocky reefs near the shore that host an abundance of fish species, Arniston Beach is a great place for snorkeling.
  3. Diving: More experienced divers can explore deeper waters and discover the rich marine life that inhabits this area.
  4. Fishing: The rocky shores provide excellent spots for anglers to cast their lines and catch some fish.
  5. Surfing: Although not as well-known as other surfing spots in South Africa, Arniston Beach does offer some decent waves for surfers to ride.
  6. Sunbathing: With its soft white sand and warm sun, this beach is perfect for lounging around and soaking up some rays.
  7. Beachcombing: Take a leisurely stroll along the shoreline while searching for seashells or other treasures washed ashore.

Accommodations

While there may not be a large variety of beach resorts in Arniston, there are several charming guest houses, cottages, and self-catering accommodations available for visitors. Some popular options include Arniston Spa Hotel, The Dunes at Arniston, and The Rising Wave Guest House.

Areas to Stay In

The main village of Arniston is the best area to stay in, as it offers easy access to the beach and local amenities. Kassiesbaai, a historic fishing village within Arniston, is another great option for those who want to immerse themselves in the local culture and enjoy picturesque views of the ocean.

Beach Amenities

Arniston Beach offers a range of amenities for visitors to enjoy during their stay. These include:

  • Public restrooms
  • Shower facilities
  • Parking spaces
  • Lifeguards (during peak season)
  • Beachfront restaurants and cafes

With its unspoiled beauty, wide range of activities, and comfortable accommodation options, Arniston Beach makes for an unforgettable holiday experience.

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