Beach Weather in Sandy Bay, Gibraltar

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BEACH WEATHER MONTHLY AVERAGES

Best
Best
Best
Best
Tan
Tan
Tan
Tan
Tan
Tan
Sea
18°
 
Sea
16°
 
Sea
16°
 
Sea
17°
 
Sea
17°
 
Sea
21°
Swim
Sea
22°
Swim
Sea
23°
Swim
Sea
20°
Swim
Sea
19°
Swim
Sea
19°
 
Sea
17°
 

Beach Weather Today in Sandy Bay

Today the maximum temperature will be 27° which is warm and pleasant for sunbathing. Today the water temperature will be 22° which is warm and pleasant for relaxing and swimming for long periods.

Today will be dry with no rain showers. Expect plentiful sunshine and mostly clear blue skies with an average cloud cover of 3%.

The winds will be on shore and light at 14kmh from the East. The light winds will keep the temperatures feeling cooler.

Sandy Bay faces East and sunset will be over the land behind the beach at 09:13 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 Sandy Bay

This weekend the average maximum daily temperatures will be 27° which is very warm and perfect for sunbathing. The average water temperature will be 21° which is comfortable for swimming though some may prefer warmer water.

There will be no rainy days at all this weekend. Expect plentiful sunshine and mostly clear blue skies with an average cloud cover of 16%.

SANDY BAY - BEACH WEATHER FORECAST

Fri 14th August
12 AM 3 AM 6 AM 9 AM 12 PM 3 PM 6 PM 9 PM
25° 25° 24° 24° 25° 25° 25° 25°
11% 6% 0% 3% 0% 0% 2% 2%
0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm
22°
22°
22°
22°
22°
22°
22°
22°
Sat 15th August
12 AM 3 AM 6 AM 9 AM 12 PM 3 PM 6 PM 9 PM
25° 25° 24° 23° 25° 26° 26° 26°
74% 3% 3% 6% 7% 3% 6% 87%
0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm
22°
22°
22°
22°
22°
22°
22°
22°
Sun 16th August
12 AM 3 AM 6 AM 9 AM 12 PM 3 PM 6 PM 9 PM
25° 24° 24° 22° 24° 25° 24° 23°
32% 6% 0% 2% 3% 2% 4% 31%
0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm
20°
20°
20°
20°
20°
20°
20°
20°
Mon 17th August
12 AM 3 AM 6 AM 9 AM 12 PM 3 PM 6 PM 9 PM
23° 24° 23° 22° 23° 24° 25° 25°
55% 51% 53% 44% 36% 86% 5% 47%
0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm
22°
22°
22°
22°
22°
22°
22°
22°
Tue 18th August
12 AM 3 AM 6 AM 9 AM 12 PM 3 PM 6 PM 9 PM
24° 24° 24° 24° 25° 25° 25° 25°
69% 2% 2% 0% 0% 1% 0% 3%
0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm
20°
20°
20°
20°
20°
22°
22°
22°
Wed 19th August
12 AM 3 AM 6 AM 9 AM 12 PM 3 PM 6 PM 9 PM
25° 25° 25° 24° 24° 25° 25° 23°
12% 24% 35% 55% 60% 5% 5% 4%
0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm
22°
22°
22°
22°
22°
22°
22°
22°
Thu 20th August
12 AM 3 AM 6 AM 9 AM 12 PM 3 PM 6 PM 9 PM
21° 20° 20° 21° 23° 25° 25° 23°
6% 10% 33% 48% 1% 2% 0% 1%
0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm
22°
22°
22°
22°
22°
22°
22°
22°
Fri 14th August
12 AM 3 AM 6 AM 9 AM 12 PM 3 PM 6 PM 9 PM
9
kmh
7
kmh
5
kmh
6
kmh
13
kmh
14
kmh
9
kmh
7
kmh
0.3m
0.2m
0.1m
0.1m
0.3m
0.3m
0.3m
0.1m
3.6s 3.9s 4.0s 4.2s 4.2s 8.8s 4.0s 3.8s
Sat 15th August
12 AM 3 AM 6 AM 9 AM 12 PM 3 PM 6 PM 9 PM
3
kmh
1
kmh
4
kmh
1
kmh
5
kmh
6
kmh
5
kmh
4
kmh
0.3m
0.2m
0.2m
0.2m
0.2m
0.3m
0.3m
0.2m
3.6s 3.7s 3.8s 3.7s 3.6s 7.9s 3.5s 3.9s
Sun 16th August
12 AM 3 AM 6 AM 9 AM 12 PM 3 PM 6 PM 9 PM
7
kmh
4
kmh
2
kmh
2
kmh
10
kmh
16
kmh
13
kmh
10
kmh
0.2m
0.2m
0.4m
0.4m
0.6m
0.6m
0.5m
0.9m
4.2s 4.5s 5.2s 5.2s 6.8s 6.4s 7.8s 7.7s
Mon 17th August
12 AM 3 AM 6 AM 9 AM 12 PM 3 PM 6 PM 9 PM
6
kmh
2
kmh
7
kmh
7
kmh
18
kmh
18
kmh
16
kmh
9
kmh
1.0m
0.2m
0.2m
0.6m
0.6m
0.4m
0.7m
0.1m
7.6s 6.1s 6.5s 6.2s 6.0s 6.2s 6.1s 6.0s
Tue 18th August
12 AM 3 AM 6 AM 9 AM 12 PM 3 PM 6 PM 9 PM
12
kmh
8
kmh
8
kmh
4
kmh
6
kmh
18
kmh
17
kmh
13
kmh
0.2m
0.2m
0.2m
0.1m
0.2m
0.2m
0.2m
0.1m
6.0s 6.0s 6.0s 6.0s 5.9s 5.7s 5.5s 5.3s
Wed 19th August
12 AM 3 AM 6 AM 9 AM 12 PM 3 PM 6 PM 9 PM
10
kmh
9
kmh
5
kmh
4
kmh
6
kmh
6
kmh
8
kmh
13
kmh
0.1m
0.2m
0.2m
0.3m
0.4m
0.4m
0.3m
0.2m
5.3s 5.3s 5.3s 5.2s 5.1s 5.0s 4.9s 3.3s
Thu 20th August
12 AM 3 AM 6 AM 9 AM 12 PM 3 PM 6 PM 9 PM
15
kmh
15
kmh
17
kmh
22
kmh
23
kmh
25
kmh
24
kmh
21
kmh
0.3m
0.7m
0.9m
0.8m
0.7m
0.8m
0.7m
0.6m
4.0s 4.9s 5.2s 5.0s 4.6s 4.4s 4.4s 4.6s
Fri 14th August
4:54 AM 10:37 AM 5:15 PM 10:58 PM
0.92 -0.03 0.95 -0.02
Sat 15th August
5:35 AM 11:10 AM 5:53 PM 11:32 PM
0.91 -0.01 0.93 -0.00
Sun 16th August
6:14 AM 11:44 AM 6:31 PM
0.87 0.03 0.88
Mon 17th August
12:06 AM 6:53 AM 12:17 PM 7:08 PM
0.04 0.81 0.08 0.81
Tue 18th August
12:41 AM 7:34 AM 12:51 PM 7:47 PM
0.09 0.73 0.15 0.74
Wed 19th August
1:18 AM 8:18 AM 1:28 PM 8:31 PM
0.15 0.65 0.22 0.66
Thu 20th August
2:00 AM 9:13 AM 2:10 PM 9:26 PM
0.22 0.58 0.29 0.59
Fri 14th August
25°
0.0mm
11kmh E
3%
Sat 15th August
26°
0.0mm
3kmh SE
23%
Sun 16th August
25°
0.0mm
4kmh ESE
10%
Mon 17th August
25°
0.0mm
14kmh E
47%
Tue 18th August
27°
0.0mm
6kmh SSW
9%
Wed 19th August
25°
0.0mm
4kmh SSE
25%
Thu 20th August
25°
0.0mm
26kmh W
12%
Fri 21st August
26°
0.0mm
25kmh W
7%
Sat 22nd August
25°
0.0mm
24kmh W
0%
Sun 23rd August
25°
0.0mm
8kmh WSW
1%
Mon 24th August
25°
0.0mm
27kmh W
1%
Tue 25th August
24°
0.0mm
27kmh W
8%
Wed 26th August
23°
0.4mm
25kmh WSW
68%
Thu 27th August
21°
1.0mm
21kmh WSW
74%

In the next 14 days average maximum daily temperatures will be 25° which is warm and pleasant for sunbathing. The average water temperature will be 22° which is comfortable for swimming though some may prefer warmer water. There will be 2 days of very light rain with an average of 0.7mm rain on those days. Average cloud cover will be 21%.

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

Taking a Holiday at Sandy Bay, , Gibraltar

Taking a holiday at the beach in Sandy Bay, Gibraltar is a fantastic way to enjoy the sun, sea, and spectacular views of the Mediterranean. Gibraltar's eastern coast offers an idyllic setting for a relaxing beach getaway, as well as numerous opportunities for adventure and exploration. Sandy Bay is one of Gibraltar's most popular beaches, boasting crystal clear waters and a serene atmosphere that will make your holiday truly unforgettable.

Beach Type

Sandy Bay features golden sand with some pebbles scattered along the shoreline. The sand here is soft and inviting, perfect for sunbathing or building sandcastles with the family. The clear waters at Sandy Bay provide an excellent environment for swimming or wading, while snorkeling and diving enthusiasts will find plenty of interesting underwater sights to explore. The beach is framed by rocky cliffs on either side, which create a picturesque backdrop for your beach holiday.

Beach Activities

At Sandy Bay, you can partake in various beach activities that cater to different interests and preferences. Some of the most popular activities include:

  • Swimming: With its calm and clear waters, Sandy Bay is an ideal spot for swimming.
  • Snorkeling: The rocky areas around the bay are home to numerous fish species, providing excellent snorkeling opportunities.
  • Kayaking: Paddle along the coast to explore hidden coves and caves.
  • Stand-up paddleboarding (SUP): Enjoy a peaceful SUP session as you glide through the calm waters.
  • Beach volleyball: Engage in some friendly competition on the sandy shore.

Accommodations

While there are no hotels or resorts directly on Sandy Bay Beach itself due to its relatively small size, there are several options nearby:

  1. Caleta Hotel: This four-star hotel overlooks nearby Catalan Bay and offers stunning views, comfortable rooms, and convenient access to Sandy Bay.
  2. Rock Hotel: A historic hotel located near Gibraltar's city center with beautiful gardens and a pool, just a short drive from Sandy Bay.

Areas to Stay In

When visiting Sandy Bay, consider staying in one of the following areas:

  1. Catalan Bay: A charming fishing village with colorful houses and a gorgeous beach, just a short walk from Sandy Bay.
  2. Gibraltar City Center: Stay in the heart of Gibraltar for easy access to shopping, dining, and entertainment options, as well as proximity to Sandy Bay.

Beach Amenities

Sandy Bay offers several amenities to ensure a comfortable and enjoyable visit:

  • Sun loungers and umbrellas for rent
  • Public restrooms and showers
  • Beachside snack bar
  • Lifeguard services during peak season

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