Can I swim at Camps Bay Beach right now?

Live data is loading. Use the 7-day forecast above to plan your swim — conditions above 22°C are comfortable for most swimmers.

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

Based on long-term June averages and the latest marine model, expect the sea around Camps Bay Beach 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 Beach?

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

South Africa

Western Cape · Atlantic Ocean

Camps Bay Beach

Popular beach in Cape Town, South Africa.

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Source: Open-Meteo Marine

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7-day forecast

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

Wetsuit recommendation

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

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Can I swim at Camps Bay Beach today?

Live data is loading. In summer, this beach typically offers comfortable swimming conditions.

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 Beach