May to August [winter] - is a wonderful time to experience this Scarborough. You can watch the cold fronts sweep across the Atlantic bringing the legendary Cape storms accompanied by the northwest galesWatching these storms is exhilarating as nature demonstrates her power. Between the winter storms the days are balmy, warm and mild – a superb time to enjoy the empty beach to yourself. Winter is a particularly beautiful time in the Scarborough as the vegetation regains its luxuriance and water falls proliferate the mountains, finally making their way into the Schuster’s lagoon and out to sea.

September to February [summer] - the weather is hot and dry. The days are long, giving 14 hours of light. Surfing conditions, depending on the wind, are favourable. The prevailing summer wind, locally referred to as The Cape Doctor, can sometimes reach gale force at which time one should consider going wine tasting. Usually when the wind blows the water becomes very clear, ice cold and perfect for diving. Summer temperatures are relatively comfortable with the average maximum around 26° C.

March to May is a very pleasant mild season for the reason that there is very little wind at all.
From August to November the spring flowers are in full display and the bay is visited by numerous whales. Schuster’s Bay is a nursery for Southern Right Whales.

Please note The months we have listed here are merely guidelines. Always cater for all weather when visiting due to its unpredictability.