South Africa

Nahoon

Nahoon Beach is a well-liked and picturesque beach situated in East London, South Africa. It is renowned for its exceptional fauna and is regarded as one of the finest beaches in the region and the nation.

Nahoon Beach provides an opportunity for visitors to stay comfortably while admiring the breathtaking vistas and the crescent-shaped golden sand. The beach also boasts a lagoon that is ideal for swimming and fishing, while surfing is a popular activity among visitors.

Although there are changing facilities and lifeguards on duty, there are no restaurants or eateries on the beach. The optimal time to visit Nahoon Beach is between November and March, when the water temperature is warmer.

Explore accommodation options near Nahoon Beach to enjoy the stunning crescent-shaped golden sands and vibrant surfing scene.

Other nearby attractions include the promenade, sand dunes, Cape Nahun Point, and Nahoon Estuary.

What to do at Nahoon?

Bars

Best bars near Nahoon include THE BEACH BREAK, Highlander Restaurant, East London Surf Lifesavers Club, The Reef Café and Blue Bend Beach.

Restaurants

Best restaurants near Nahoon include THE BEACH BREAK, Highlander Restaurant, Bimbo's Beacon Bay, The Reef Café and East London Golf Course Restaurant.

Where to Stay near Nahoon?

Visitors to Nahoon often stay in the vibrant suburb of Nahoon itself, which offers a range of accommodations within walking distance to the beach, allowing them to enjoy the surf and sand with ease. Additionally, the nearby area of East London provides various lodging options and is a convenient base for exploring the beach and other local attractions.

The following map shows available accommodations and their prices. See the full list of accommodation options here.

Where is Nahoon?

Latitude: -32.9859684 / Longitude: 27.9446709

Nahoon is located in South Africa. The following map of Nahoon shows the exact location.

Nahoon: Weather Today

📅 Wednesday, April 15, 2026
Today is a challenging day for a beach visit, and it is best to avoid the water entirely. While the air temperature reaches 23 °C, the sea remains quite cold at 18.1 °C, making it unsuitable for swimming. You will notice significant cloud cover throughout the day, and the breeze is quite strong, accompanied by choppy conditions that create high, rough waves. These conditions are not ideal for relaxing on the sand or entering the ocean safely. It is a day better suited for a walk along the shoreline rather than a traditional beach outing, so please exercise caution if you choose to head down to the coast.
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Air

Low / High16.9°C/23°C
Feels Like (High)22°C
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Sea

Sea Temperature18.1 °C
Wave Height2.0 m
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Rain

Rain Chance13%
Rainfall0 mm
Rain Duration0 h
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Sun

Sunrise / Sunset06:29/17:46
Sunshine Hours9.0 hrs
UV Index4.65
Cloud Cover70%
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Wind

Speed20.3 km/h
Gusts43.9 km/h
DirectionSW

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