Boulders Beach Travel Guide
Boulders Beach travel guide: interactive map, live weather, best time to visit, things to do and nearby places.
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Summary
Boulders Beach is a beach in Cape Town. Boulders Beach is a beach known for an African penguin colony.
Right now it is 75°F (24°C) in Boulders Beach with clear sky. It feels like 74°F. Today runs from 57°F to 76°F. Chance of precipitation is 0%. Sightseeing conditions score 9.5/10 - excellent - go now.
The best time to visit Boulders Beach is January, February, March, October, November and December. The climate is Mediterranean. June, July and August tend to be the least comfortable months. January is the warmest month with average highs near 76°F, while August is the coldest with lows near 53°F.
The closest major airport is Cape Town International Airport (CPT), about 18 mi away. Nearby highlights include Table Mountain, Camps Bay Beach and Robben Island.
In plain terms. Today is slightly warmer than average for October. The forecast high of 76°F is 5.8°F above the 70°F typical for this month. The best window to be outside is roughly 3 PM to 6 PM, when temperature, rain chance and wind line up best. stargazing is the strongest bet in Boulders Beach today at 10/10. No weather-related travel disruption is expected today. Roads and airports should run normally.
Compiled from this page's own data: atlas facts plus live Open-Meteo readings.
Map of Boulders Beach
Interactive map with nearby places. Switch between street, terrain and satellite views.
Coordinates: 34°11′51″S 18°27′6.8″E (-34.1975, 18.4519)
Weather in Boulders Beach right now
Use SPF 30+, a hat and sunglasses; seek shade near midday.
Source: Open-Meteo. Updated 12:45 PM, Oct 5 local time.
Weekend outlook
☁️ 69° / 58°
Overcast · 1% rain · wind 22 mph
☁️ 71° / 59°
Overcast · 0% rain · wind 16 mph
Quick facts about Boulders Beach
| Type | Beach |
|---|---|
| City | Cape Town |
| Country | South Africa |
| Continent | Africa |
| Coordinates | 34°11′51″S 18°27′6.8″E (-34.1975, 18.4519) |
| Known for | an African penguin colony |
| Local time | 12:45 PM (UTC+02:00) |
| Best months | January, February, March, October, November and December |
| Climate | Mediterranean |
Things to do in Boulders Beach
Attractions, parks and landmarks in and around Boulders Beach.
Best time to visit Boulders Beach
Go in January, February, March, October, November and December. These months score highest on comfortable temperatures, low rainfall and useful daylight.
Hardest months: June, July and August - expect the least comfortable mix of heat, cold or rain.
What to pack, what to skip
- Sunglasses, a brimmed hat and SPF 30+
- If your dates are flexible, avoid June, July and August - historically the least comfortable months here.
Airports near Boulders Beach
Closest airports with IATA codes and distances.
| Airport | Code | Distance | Serves |
|---|---|---|---|
| Cape Town International Airport | CPT | 18 mi | Cape Town |
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Frequently asked questions
Where is Boulders Beach?
Boulders Beach is a beach in Cape Town. Its coordinates are -34.1975, 18.4519. It lies in Africa.
What is the weather like in Boulders Beach right now?
It is currently 75°F (24°C) with clear sky. Humidity is 42% and wind is 10 mph.
When is the best time to visit Boulders Beach?
January, February, March, October, November and December offer the most comfortable conditions in Boulders Beach, which has a Mediterranean climate. June, July and August are usually the hardest months for outdoor plans.
What time zone is Boulders Beach in?
Boulders Beach observes Africa/Johannesburg (UTC+02:00). The local time is 12:45 PM.
What is the nearest airport to Boulders Beach?
The closest airports are Cape Town International Airport (CPT), 18 mi away.
What are the top things to do in Boulders Beach?
Popular options include Table Mountain, Camps Bay Beach and Robben Island.
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Data sources and methodology
| Place data | USPOTUS Atlas dataset (beaches) - coordinates, hierarchy and facts. |
|---|---|
| Map tiles | OpenStreetMap contributors, CARTO and Esri. |
| Elevation | Open-Meteo digital elevation model where the dataset has no value. |
| Method | Scores, comparisons and advice on this page are computed from the inputs above. Distances are straight-line. Nothing is estimated where data is missing - the block is simply not shown. |
Last updated October 5, 2026 at 12:45 PM local time. Live blocks refresh every 15 minutes; climate averages monthly.
