Sea temperatures, water sports and vacation activities near Bronze Beach, South Africa

Water temperatures throughout the year and general information about Bronze Beach...

Bronze Beach is a surf spot in South Africa. The water temperature around Bronze Beach has average variability year round. The temperature ranges from 21.1°C (70°F) in July up to 26°C (78.8°F) in the month of February, as shown in the graph below. The average water temperature throughout the year is 23°C (74°F) and the best time for water activities is late winter, since Bronze Beach is located in the southern hemisphere.
Hover over the bars to see temperature for each month in Celsius and Fahrenheit.

What is the current water temperature at Bronze Beach?

The current water temperature in the month of March at Bronze Beach is approximately:

Are there any other surf spots close by?

Yes, there are several surf spots in proximity to Bronze Beach. The nearest one is Umhlanga Rocks, which is just 0.7km (0.4miles) away from Bronze Beach. Click here for directions and to check out more information on Umhlanga Rocks and its current water temperature. Another good surfspot near Bronze Beach is Geteway Wavehouse, which is approximately 1.6km (1miles) away.

Are there nice beaches close by?

No, not too many beaches are close to Bronze Beach. The next good one is Ponto DOuro, which is more than 231.5km (143.8miles) away from Bronze Beach. If you have some extra time, you can also try Kidds Beach, which is roughly 308.2km (191.4miles) away from Bronze Beach.

What kind of wetsuit thickness do I need for Bronze Beach?

The average water temperature at Bronze Beach is very warm, around 23°C (74°F), with no significant variations throughout the year. Because of this, a wetsuit is often times not needed for swimming, surfing, snorkelling, or diving at Bronze Beach, especially during the day and not windy conditions. However, it can get a little bit chilly in the mornings and during windy days. You might want to bring a 1-2mm wetsuit, jumpsuit or at least a rashguard to be prepared. The coldest months are June, July, and August. You should be fine without a wetsuit in the summer, particularly during January, February, and March. However, it is recommended to carry UVA/UVB protection, as the sun radiation at Bronze Beach is remarkably intense year round.

How is the scuba diving and fishing close to Bronze Beach?

Fishing and diving conditions change very little year round. The waters are mostly very warm, reaching temperatures between 21 and 26°C (70-79°F). The following fish love this water temperature : Barracuda, Black Marlin, Blue Marlin, Jack Crevalle, Sailfish, and Yellowfin Tuna.

Directions to Bronze Beach: How do I get there?

Please follow the directions in the map below.

Interesting facts about Bronze Beach...

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