St Margarets Bay (Beach) (Kent) weather
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Here are our top tips to keep you, your friends and family safe at the beach with links to Royal National Lifeboat Institution (RNLI) and Met Office advice.
- Head to a lifeguarded beach; check the RNLI lifeguarded beach tool
- Follow RNLI Float to Live advice if you find yourself struggling in the water
- Know what to do if you get caught in a rip current (RNLI)
- Check the tide times to avoid getting cut off by the tide coming in
- Call 999 and ask for the coastguard in an emergency
- Learn more about staying safe at the beach
Forecast days
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Today. Maximum daytime temperature: 18 degrees Celsius; Minimum nighttime temperature: 13 degrees Celsius. Cloudy changing to sunny intervals in the afternoon. Sunrise: ; Sunset: . UV: Moderate; Pollution: Low; No pollen data.Today. Maximum daytime temperature: 18 degrees Celsius; Minimum nighttime temperature: 13 degrees Celsius. Cloudy changing to sunny intervals in the afternoon. Sunrise: ; Sunset: . UV: Moderate; Pollution: Low; No pollen data.
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Sunday 24 September. Maximum daytime temperature: 19 degrees Celsius; Minimum nighttime temperature: 17 degrees Celsius. Sunny changing to partly cloudy by early evening. Sunrise: ; Sunset: . UV: Moderate; Pollution: Low; No pollen data.Sunday 24 September. Maximum daytime temperature: 19 degrees Celsius; Minimum nighttime temperature: 17 degrees Celsius. Sunny changing to partly cloudy by early evening. Sunrise: ; Sunset: . UV: Moderate; Pollution: Low; No pollen data.
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Monday 25 September. Maximum daytime temperature: 21 degrees Celsius; Minimum nighttime temperature: 14 degrees Celsius. Cloudy changing to sunny intervals by lunchtime. Sunrise: ; Sunset: . UV: Moderate; Pollution: Low; No pollen data.Monday 25 September. Maximum daytime temperature: 21 degrees Celsius; Minimum nighttime temperature: 14 degrees Celsius. Cloudy changing to sunny intervals by lunchtime. Sunrise: ; Sunset: . UV: Moderate; Pollution: Low; No pollen data.
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Tuesday 26 September. Maximum daytime temperature: 20 degrees Celsius; Minimum nighttime temperature: 14 degrees Celsius. Cloudy changing to sunny intervals by lunchtime. Sunrise: ; Sunset: . UV: Moderate; Pollution: Low; No pollen data.Tuesday 26 September. Maximum daytime temperature: 20 degrees Celsius; Minimum nighttime temperature: 14 degrees Celsius. Cloudy changing to sunny intervals by lunchtime. Sunrise: ; Sunset: . UV: Moderate; Pollution: Low; No pollen data.
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Wednesday 27 September. Maximum daytime temperature: 18 degrees Celsius; Minimum nighttime temperature: 14 degrees Celsius. Cloudy changing to light showers in the afternoon. Sunrise: ; Sunset: . UV: Moderate; Pollution: Low; No pollen data.Wednesday 27 September. Maximum daytime temperature: 18 degrees Celsius; Minimum nighttime temperature: 14 degrees Celsius. Cloudy changing to light showers in the afternoon. Sunrise: ; Sunset: . UV: Moderate; Pollution: Low; No pollen data.
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Thursday 28 September. Maximum daytime temperature: 18 degrees Celsius; Minimum nighttime temperature: 14 degrees Celsius. Cloudy changing to clear by early evening. Sunrise: ; Sunset: . UV: Low;Thursday 28 September. Maximum daytime temperature: 18 degrees Celsius; Minimum nighttime temperature: 14 degrees Celsius. Cloudy changing to clear by early evening. Sunrise: ; Sunset: . UV: Low;
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Friday 29 September. Maximum daytime temperature: 18 degrees Celsius; Minimum nighttime temperature: 10 degrees Celsius. Sunny changing to cloudy by late morning. Sunrise: ; Sunset: . UV: Moderate;Friday 29 September. Maximum daytime temperature: 18 degrees Celsius; Minimum nighttime temperature: 10 degrees Celsius. Sunny changing to cloudy by late morning. Sunrise: ; Sunset: . UV: Moderate;
Seven day forecast for St Margarets Bay (Beach)
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9
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10
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10
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11
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7
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9
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11
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WSW
10
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10
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9
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8
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7
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15 | 16 | 15 | 16 | 12 | 14 | 18 | 19 | 20 | 18 | 17 | 15 |
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0.3 | 0.3 | 0.3 | 0.4 | 0.4 | 0.4 | 0.4 | 0.5 | 0.5 | 0.5 | 0.5 | 0.5 |
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6 | 6 | 4 | 3 | 3 | 4 | 4 | 4 | 4 | 4 | 4 | 4 |
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VG | VG | VG | VG | VG | VG | VG | VG | VG | VG | VG | VG |
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Humidity
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65% | 58% | 55% | 53% | 52% | 55% | 60% | 64% | 67% | 69% | 70% | 72% |
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UV
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3 | 4 | 3 | 2 | 2 | 1 | 1 | - | - | - | - | - |
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15
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17
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18
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0.5 | 0.6 | 0.6 | 0.7 | 0.8 | 0.8 | 0.9 | 1.0 | 1.1 | 1.2 | 1.2 | 1.2 | 1.2 | 1.2 | 1.2 | 1.1 | 1.1 | 1.0 | 1.0 | 1.0 | 1.0 | 1.0 | 1.1 | 1.1 |
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Humidity
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71% | 71% | 69% | 68% | 69% | 71% | 71% | 71% | 71% | 69% | 69% | 68% | 67% | 65% | 63% | 61% | 60% | 62% | 65% | 67% | 68% | 70% | 72% | 74% |
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UV
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| Time | 00:00 | 01:00 | 04:00 | 07:00 | 10:00 | 13:00 | 16:00 | 19:00 | 22:00 |
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<5% | <5% | <5% | 10% | 20% | 10% | 10% | <5% | <5% |
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Humidity
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75% | 75% | 77% | 80% | 85% | 79% | 67% | 84% | 92% |
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UV
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- | - | - | 1 | 2 | 3 | 1 | - | - |
| Time | 01:00 | 04:00 | 07:00 | 10:00 | 13:00 | 16:00 | 19:00 | 22:00 |
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<5% | 10% | 10% | 10% | 10% | 10% | 10% | 10% |
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0.3 | 0.2 | 0.2 | 0.2 | 0.3 | 0.4 | 0.4 | 0.3 |
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Direction of waves offshore
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G | G | G | VG | VG | G | VG | VG |
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Humidity
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94% | 90% | 90% | 83% | 77% | 78% | 87% | 89% |
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UV
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| Time | 01:00 | 04:00 | 07:00 | 10:00 | 13:00 | 16:00 | 19:00 | 22:00 |
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10% | <5% | 10% | 10% | 10% | 30% | 40% | 30% |
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17°
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9
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SSW
15
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16
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SSW
19
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22
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17 | 14 | 14 | 19 | 26 | 28 | 33 | 37 |
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0.3 | 0.2 | 0.3 | 0.5 | 0.7 | 0.7 | 1.1 | 1.4 |
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Direction of waves offshore
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VG | VG | VG | VG | VG | VG | M | VG |
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Humidity
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90% | 92% | 92% | 81% | 75% | 75% | 86% | 84% |
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UV
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| Time | 01:00 | 04:00 | 07:00 | 10:00 | 13:00 | 16:00 | 19:00 | 22:00 |
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10% | 10% | 10% | 10% | 20% | 10% | 10% | 10% |
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19
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11
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13
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32 | 23 | 17 | 16 | 19 | 23 | 19 | 23 |
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1.1 | 1.0 | 0.8 | 0.6 | 0.4 | 0.4 | 0.3 | 0.4 |
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VG | VG | VG | G | G | G | G | VG |
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Humidity
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83% | 84% | 88% | 85% | 79% | 81% | 85% | 88% |
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UV
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| Time | 01:00 | 04:00 | 07:00 | 10:00 | 13:00 | 16:00 | 19:00 | 22:00 |
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10% | 10% | 10% | 10% | 10% | 10% | <5% | <5% |
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Humidity
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86% | 88% | 88% | 76% | 65% | 67% | 76% | 82% |
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Chance of precipitation represents how likely it is that rain (or other types of precipitation, such as sleet, snow, hail and drizzle) will fall from the sky at a certain time.
This number shows the air temperature for the time period. You can see the temperature in Celsius or Fahrenheit by using the dropdown menu.
Feels like temperature considers other factors, such as wind speed and humidity. This gives you a better idea of how the temperature will actually feel at the time.
Wind gust shows the highest wind speed that you should encounter at that time, as winds peak and lull.
Strong winds are shown in bold for speeds of 29 mph or more.
The arrow shows the direction the wind is blowing. The letters show the direction the wind is blowing from (on a standard 16-point compass).
The number represents the average wind speed expected at that time.
The arrow shows the direction of the wind (up is north). If the arrow points from land to sea, the wind will be blowing out to sea (‘offshore’). The number is the average wind speed.
Beware of offshore winds if you are using inflatables, paddle boards or kayaks. These winds can blow you out to sea. Read more about how wind will affect you at the beach.
Visibility measures the distance at which an object can be clearly seen.
| VP (Very Poor) | Less than 1 km |
| P (Poor) | 1.1 km to 4 km |
| M (Moderate) | 4.1 km to 10 km |
| G (Good) | 10.1 km to 20 km |
| VG (Very Good) | 20.1 km to 40 km |
| E (Excellent) | Greater than 40 km |
Humidity is the amount of water vapor in the air. If there is a lot of water vapour, the humidity will be high. The higher the percentage of humidity, the wetter it will feel outside.
UV exposure index and the protection required to help keep you safe:
No risk of UV - It’s safe to stay outside. Low - You can safely stay outside. Consider sunscreen in direct sunlight. Moderate - Take care during midday hours and do not spend too much time in the sun unprotected. Sunscreen advised. High - Seek shade during midday hours, cover up and wear sunscreen. Very high - Spend time in the shade between 11am and 3pm. Shirt, sunscreen and hat are essential. Extreme - Avoid being outside during midday hours. Shirt, sunscreen and hat essential.
This is the average height of the waves, 1-2 miles out to sea. The height of the waves can vary. The individual waves out to sea or at the beach can be higher than this number. If you are close to the water, keep an eye on the waves to stop you or your belongings being swept away.
Read more about calculating the expected height of the waves at the beach.
This is the average number of seconds between one wave and the next, 1-2 miles out to sea. A long wave period (more than 10 seconds) means the waves at the beach may be more powerful. Lifeguards can give you advice on waves if you’re planning to go into the water.
Read more about the period of waves.
The arrow shows the average direction of the waves 1-2 miles out to sea. It indicates how sheltered the beach will be from these waves. If the arrow points towards land, most of the waves’ power will reach the beach. If the arrow is parallel to or pointing away from land, the wave height is likely to be lower on the beach than it is offshore.
Lifeguards can give you advice on waves if you’re planning to go into the water.
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UK video forecast
London & South East England weather forecast
Headline:
A dry day today, with sunny spells.
Today:
Fine with sunny spells and mainly light winds after a chilly start in places. Clouding over from the west as the afternoon progresses. On the cool side, but feeling pleasant in the sunshine. Maximum temperature 19 °C.
Tonight:
Cloud will increase from the west this evening, with the odd outbreak of rain possible in the north and west of the region, but it will remain dry for most. Minimum temperature 10 °C.
Sunday:
Dry for most, but the odd outbreak of rain in the north and west. Best of the sunshine in the far southeast. Rather breezy, but feeling mild in sheltered locations. Maximum temperature 20 °C.
Outlook for Monday to Wednesday:
Cloud and patchy rain clearing Monday morning, then sunny spells. Further sunny spells Tuesday, but with risk of showery rain. Windy Wednesday, with heavy rain later.
Updated:
UK long range weather forecast
Changeable at first with a moist west to southwesterly wind and a mixture of showers, longer spells of rain, and drier interludes. This pattern could also be accompanied by periods of strong winds across western and northern areas, with often calmer weather further south and east. There is a small chance of more widespread settled conditions developing. As we then head through the first half of October, this most likely changeable pattern may gradually give way to more prolonged settled spells, with rain and strong winds more likely to become increasingly confined to the far northwest. Temperatures are likely to be warmer than average overall, but in more settled spells given the time of year there is scope for chilly nights and areas of early morning mist and fog.
Updated:
A continuation of the gradually increasing chance of more prolonged settled spells until around mid-month, particularly in the the SE, at which point there are signs of a change of type. A north/south split looks increasingly probable with it being drier than average in the north and wetter than average in the south. Above average temperatures are more likely than below overall, though in any settled spells some chilly nights and morning fog patches will continue to occur.
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