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Central Beach beach in Garden Route District Municipality, Western Cape - Real-time ocean conditions and beach information on Salty

Central Beach

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What is Central Beach most known for?

Central Beach is most known for its scenic pier.

Is Central Beach kid-friendly?

Yes! Central Beach is great for families with lifeguards on duty.

Is Central Beach good for surfing?

While not primarily known for surfing, Central Beach has 4.7ft waves today.

What is the best time of year to visit Central Beach?

Summer months typically offer the warmest water and air temperatures. Shoulder seasons provide fewer crowds with pleasant conditions.

How are the crowds at Central Beach?

Central Beach is a well-equipped beach with parking, restrooms, and lifeguards, which can attract more visitors especially on weekends and holidays. Arrive early for best parking and space.

Is today a good day to swim at Central Beach?

Swimming is possible with proper precautions. Current conditions: moderate water temperature (64°F, wetsuit recommended), large waves (4.7ft), experienced swimmers only, high UV index (9.45), sun protection essential, lifeguards on duty.

Real-Time Beach Data

Salty delivers real-time intelligence across land amenities, air quality and weather, ocean conditions, and sun exposure.

🏖 LAND

Facilities & Restrooms

Restrooms: Yes
Showers: Yes

Parking & Access

Parking: Yes
Free parking: Yes

Safety & Services

Lifeguard: Yes

Food & Beverage

Restaurant: Yes

Services

WiFi: Yes

Policies & Access

Wheelchair: Accessible
Accessibility: Yes

Special Features

Pier: Yes

💨 AIR

Air temp: 57°F
Wind: 3 mph
Air pressure: 1014 hPa
Feels like: 58°F
Wind direction: NW
PM 2.5: 10 µg/m³
Humidity: 96%
AQI: 33
PM 10: 12 µg/m³
Rainfall: 0 mm
Visibility: 15 mi
Dew point: 56°F
Conditions: Partly cloudy

💧 SEA

Water temp: 64°F
Wave height: 4.7 ft
Swell direction: SE
Wave period: 8 sec
Current velocity: 1.3 mph
Swell wave direction: SW

☀️ SUN

UV index: 9.45
Sunrise: 5:16 AM
Cloud cover: 49%
Sunset: 7:40 PM
Total daylight hours: 14.4 hrs

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