Can I swim at Camps Bay right now?

The sea at Camps Bay is currently 14.1°C — cold swimming conditions. Most swimmers will find the water comfortable when it's above 22°C; below 18°C feels fresh and a wetsuit is recommended.

What will the sea temperature be at Camps Bay next week?

Based on long-term June averages and the latest marine model, expect the sea around Camps Bay to sit close to 24.1°C over the next 7 days. Check the live 7-day chart above for the exact daily outlook.

When is the best month to swim at Camps Bay?

July – August – September are typically the warmest months to swim at Camps Bay, with sea temperatures at their seasonal peak.

Do I need a wetsuit at Camps Bay?

With water currently at 14.1°C: above 22°C no wetsuit needed; 18–22°C a shorty is comfortable for long swims; 14–18°C a 3/2mm full suit; below 14°C a 4/3mm or thicker.

South Africa

Western Cape · Atlantic Ocean

Camps Bay

Twelve-Apostles-backdrop Cape Town beach.

Cool water with a big swell and a strong wind — fresh conditions — a wetsuit is recommended.

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Sea temperature now

14.1°Ccool

Poor

Updated just now · Source: Open-Meteo Marine

Air temperature

14.2°C

Wave height

3.8 m

Wind

34.1 km/h

UV index

0.1 UV index

Location

Camps Bay on the map, with nearby beaches and live sea temperatures.

7-day forecast

Water, air, waves, wind and UV outlook for the week ahead.

Wetsuit recommendation

4/3mm fullsuit

At 14.1°C you need a 4/3mm fullsuit, and many surfers add neoprene boots.

+ Optional 3mm boots

Surf & watersports

Cool water — the classic UK/Atlantic spring or Pacific Northwest summer range. A 4/3mm sealed-seam suit keeps you in the water for 90+ minutes. Boots prevent foot pain on rocky entries and extend session length.

Open-water swimming

Acclimatised swimmers manage 30 minutes; a thicker swim wetsuit (3/2) helps.

Recommendation tuned for Camps Bay's current water temperature. Individual tolerance, wind chill, and session length all matter — when in doubt, size up.

Quick answer

Can I swim at Camps Bay today?

The sea is currently 14.1°C — poor swimming conditions. Acclimatised swimmers will be most comfortable.

Key takeaways

• Located in Western Cape, South Africa (Atlantic Ocean).
• Family friendly with calm, accessible water.
• Live data refreshed hourly from Open-Meteo Marine.

Monthly sea temperature averages

Tap any month to see what to expect — based on regional climatology.

Jan15°C Feb14°C Mar15°C Apr16°C May18°C Jun22°CBest Jul25°CBest Aug26°CBest Sep24°CBest Oct21°C Nov18°C Dec16°C

14°C → 26°C· Current month outlined· “Best” = within 2°C of the annual peak

Year-round sea temperature

Best swim months: Jun – Jul – Aug – Sep – Oct

Month	Sea	Comfort
Jan	15°C	Bracing
Feb	14°C	Bracing
Mar	15°C	Bracing
Apr	16°C	Bracing
May	18°C	Pleasant
Jun	22°C	Warm
Jul	25°C	Warm
Aug ⭐	26°C	Hot
Sep	24°C	Warm
Oct	21°C	Pleasant
Nov	18°C	Pleasant
Dec	16°C	Bracing

Can you swim here? — Camps Bay