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Cowes - VIC 

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PlaceID54736
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Latitude38.45231º S 38º 27' 8.31" S
Longitude145.2386º E 145º 14' 19.13" E
Altitude28m
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From Rhyll, 5.46kms W (6.8kms, 11mins driving) Driving Directions
From Shoreham, 16.93kms E (122kms, 2hrs 19mins driving) Driving Directions
From Pearcedale, 27.71kms S (89.6kms, 1hr 33mins driving) Driving Directions
From Currie, 203.19kms NE
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Seal Watching Cruise - VIC [0.52km]  
Activities 
Outdoor Nature & Eco
Experience a true eco-cruise along the scenic coast of Phillip Island to Seal Rocks.
Ocean Rafting Adventure - VIC [0.56km]  
Activities 
Outdoor Nature & Eco
This high adventure one hour boat ride is the first of its kind.
Jet Boat Adventure - VIC [0.56km]  
Activities 
Water Activities Jet Boating
Get ready to have a roaring good time on the waters surrounding Phillip Island!
Phillip Island Penguins and Wildlife - VIC [0.67km]  
Activities 
Outdoor Nature & Eco
Get close to the remarkable penguins and wildlife of Australia.
Penguin Parade Moonlight Express Tour - VIC [0.77km]  
Activities 
Outdoor Nature & Eco
A truly unique nocturnal experience - Watch the world famous Penguin Parade followed by a magical lantern-lit night walk where you will encounter Australia's nocturnal wildlife!
Phillip Island Ultimate Eco Day Tour - VIC [2.73km]  
Activities 
Outdoor Nature & Eco
Phillip Island is home to Victoria's largest colony of little penguins.
Phillip Island Penguin Parade day tour - VIC [3.38km]  
Activities 
Outdoor Nature & Eco
Our tour to the Phillip Island Penguin Parade includes a guided tour of the amazing Australian Garden and a visit the Phillip Island Chocolate Factory for free samples, as well as
Penguins, Koalas and Wildlife Ecotour for 2 - VIC [3.81km]  
Activities 
Outdoor Nature & Eco
Walk amongst the treetops at the Koala Conservation Center.
Penguin Express Tour - VIC [4.63km]  
Activities 
Outdoor Nature & Eco
Our penguin tour is ideal for those with limited time. Each night at dusk the little penguins waddle up Summerland Beach and make their way to their burrows in the dunes.
Private Penguin Parade Experience for 2 - VIC [5.16km]  
Activities 
Outdoor Nature & Eco
Walk amongst the treetops at the Koala Conservation Center.
Penguins EXPRESS! (354) - VIC [8.27km]  
Activities 
Attractions & Tours Night Tours
An evening tour for those with time constraints that takes you directly to the natural phenomenon of the Penguin Parade.
Helicopter Flight Full Phillip Island Tour For 3 - VIC [10.72km]  
Activities 
Flying Helicopter Flights
Indulge in a helicopter flight around Phillip Island that's guaranteed to give you a bird's eye view of this beautiful region!
Helicopter Scenic Flight Over Phillip Island For 3 - VIC [10.72km]  
Activities 
Flying Helicopter Flights
Experience Phillip Island by helicopter as you and up to two friends are treated to breathtaking views as you track the southern coast of Victoria!
Bass Estate Winery For 2 by Helicopter - VIC [10.74km]  
Activities 
Flying Helicopter Flights
This is the best way to indulge in a wine tour - aboard your personal helicopter. Enjoy a scenic 15 minute flight to the Bass Valley Estate Winery.
Sea Kayak Day tour - Victoria (Phillip Island) - VIC [12.41km]  
Activities 
Water Activities Canoe & Kayak
In a kayak, face the great ocean from sea level. No machines or fossil fuels, only salt spray, rolling water, sea birds and companions.
Spa Treat - Body and Feet Massage - VIC [21.11km]  
Activities 
Pamper Day Spas
Why not indulge yourself or a special friend with this wonderful spa treat - a body massage and foot treatment followed by a glass of bubbly!
Spa Treat - Facial with Head Massage - VIC [21.11km]  
Activities 
Pamper Day Spas
Why not indulge yourself or a special friend with this wonderful spa treat - a facial and head treatment followed by a glass of bubbly!
Lake to Plate - Fly Fish, Lunch & Overnight Stay - VIC [21.44km]  
Activities 
Outdoor Fishing
Enjoy the thrill of learning to fly fish for trout with your own private guide! Afterwards, our chef will cook it up for lunch.
Dining to Romance your Soulmate - VIC [21.76km]  
Activities 
Wine & Dine Romantic Eats
Overlooking the private lake of Woodman Estate, enjoy a glass of champagne on arrival before indulging in a sumptuous 2 course dining experience.
High Tea - Indulge in the Classic Tradition - VIC [21.76km]  
Activities 
Wine & Dine Romantic Eats
Remember sitting by the fire, taking the time to chat with friends and family, seemingly escaping from the world, while indulging in culinary delights?
Mornington Peninsula Private Charter for up to 6 - VIC [23.36km]  
Activities 
Attractions & Tours 1 Day Tours
Experience the premium Australian Wine Regions of the Mornington Peninsula offer spectacular scenery, unique cellar door experiences, fabulous cool climate wines and gr
Mornington Peninsula Private Charter for 2 people - VIC [27.37km]  
Activities 
Wine & Dine Romantic Eats
Experience the premium Australian Wine Regions of the Mornington Peninsula offer spectacular scenery, unique cellar door experiences, fabulous cool climate wines and great fo
Walking Tour For Two - Mornington Peninsula - Vic - VIC [29.95km]  
Activities 
Outdoor Nature & Eco
Take an exhilarating walk through the beautiful Mornington Peninsula. Enjoy views of Bass Straight, Port Phillip Bay and discover a diverse range of landscapes.
Armoured Vehicle Drive Course - VIC [30.04km]  
Activities 
Driving Offroad Driving
Imagine yourself at the wheel of a massive Saracen armoured personnel carrier driving the monster over undulating rugged terrain.
Mountain Bike Guided Cycling Tour For Four - VIC [30.9km]  
Activities 
Group Friends & Social
Get closer to nature on an exhilarating mountain bike tour of some of the most incredible natural bush surroundings.
Rolls Royce Winery Tour - VIC [31.82km]  
Activities 
Attractions & Tours 1 Day Tours
Relax and enjoy the glorious scenery of the Mornington Peninsula as you waft among the vineyards in the cosseting opulence of your Chauffeur driven 'Silver Spur' Rolls
Ocean Beach Horse Riding - VIC [33.1km]  
Activities 
Outdoor Horse Riding
No experience necessary! Enjoy the exhilaration of horse riding along beautiful St. Andrews Ocean Beach .
Beach Sensation - VIC [34.83km]  
Activities 
Pamper Day Spas
Opposite the sparkling shores of Port Phillip Bay, your sensual two hours of pampering awaits. It's time to allow your body to be soaked, steamed and massaged into complete splendour.
Walking Tour - Mornington Peninsula - Vic - VIC [36.13km]  
Activities 
Outdoor Nature & Eco
Take an exhilarating and informative walk through the beautiful Mornington Peninsula with experienced professional walkers.
Hot Rock Massage - VIC [36.77km]  
Activities 
Pamper Day Spas
Your ultimate massage awaits opposite the sparkling shores of Port Phillip Bay. Silky rocks, heat and magic hands the perfect way to spend your time.
Walking Tour Two Days - Mornington Peninsula - Vic - VIC [37.01km]  
Activities 
Outdoor Nature & Eco
Take an informative walk through the beautiful Mornington Peninsula. Enjoy breath-taking views of Bass Straight and discover a range of landscapes.
Discover Scuba Diving - VIC [37.12km]  
Activities 
Outdoor Nature & Eco
Does the idea of exploring an alien, subspace world filled with unique and amazing life forms and floating weightlessly through an unknown world intrigue you, then why not join th
2 Day Phillip Island and Wilsons Promontory Tour - VIC [39.14km]  
Activities 
Outdoor Nature & Eco
Come and discover the diversity and abundance of native wildlife! Our two day wildlife adventure of the Gippsland Region will bring you back to nature's wonders.
Bathe in the natural hot mineral spring pools - VIC [39.31km]  
Activities 
Pamper Day Spas
Entering the bathing area is like stepping into another world, a sanctuary where the mind and body are calmed by the soothing aroma and the sound of running water.
3.5 Hour Luxury Sailing Lunch Cruise - VIC [40.17km]  
Activities 
Water Activities Boating & Sailing
Escape aboard a luxury 40 ft Beneteau cruising yacht for a memorable sailing experience beyond Sorrento on the Mornington Peninsula, just over an hour from Melbourn
Sea Kayak Coastline Tour - VIC [40.3km]  
Activities 
Attractions & Tours 1 Day Tours
There is no better way to explore the pristine Mornington Peninsula coastline than by Sea Kayak.
Scuba Diving with the Dragons - INT [40.3km]  
Activities 
Water Activities Snorkel & Scuba Diving
Ever wanted to try scuba diving? Experience the beautiful underwater world of the Mornington/Bellarine Peninsula.
Snorkelling with Sea Dragons - VIC [40.36km]  
Activities 
Outdoor Nature & Eco
Take a Guided Eco Snorkel Tour to the unique Weedy Sea Dragon Colony in Port Phillip Bay.
Romantic Overnight Cruise - VIC [40.78km]  
Activities 
Water Activities Boating & Sailing
Enjoy a night full of fun, luxury and romance on board a beautiful yacht. Have a romantic dinner on board or at one of the excellent restaurants ashore.
luxury sailing 3 hours - VIC [41.21km]  
Activities 
Attractions & Tours Attractions
Our Commander Bavaria 32 is a luxury 10-metre yacht with two private cabins, a fully equipped galley, hot showers and much more.
Romantic Private Pre-Dinner Sailing Cruise for 2 - VIC [41.27km]  
Activities 
Water Activities Boating & Sailing
Escape aboard a luxury 40ft. yacht on your own private, romantic sailing cruise.
Luxury Saturday Sailing Cruise - 2 hours - VIC [41.58km]  
Activities 
Water Activities Boating & Sailing
Sail aboard our catamaran as we explore the Mornington Peninsula to see cheeky seals, playful dolphins, the South Channel Fort and Lighthouse, the Quarantine Statio
Private Half-Day Sailing Lunch Cruise - VIC [41.66km]  
Activities 
Water Activities Romantic Cruises
Escape on a private cruise aboard a luxury 40ft Beneteau yacht for a memorable sailing experience beyond the Sorrento shores, just over an hour's drive from Melbourne
Luxury All-Day Private Sailing Cruise - VIC [42.08km]  
Activities 
Water Activities Boating & Sailing
Escape aboard a luxury 40ft. Beneteau yacht for a day filled with fun and adventure sailing on the beautiful Mornington Peninsula.
Millionaires Walk for 2 - VIC [42.37km]  
Activities 
Outdoor Nature & Eco
Take an exhilarating walk from Sorrento to the stunning cliff top'Millionaires Walk' with experienced professional walkers.
Group - Classic Clay Target Shooting - VIC [42.75km]  
Activities 
Extreme Paintball
Aim High and Hit Your Target, a Corporate Team Building activity conducted by Adam Vella, Athens Olympics Bronze Medallist and 2008 Australian National Olympic Trap Champion.
Clay Target Shooting for 8 - VIC [42.79km]  
Activities 
Extreme Paintball
Get your blood pumping, experience the action with Adam Vella, Athens Olympics Bronze Medalist and 2008 National Champion.
Group Premium Clay Target Shooting - VIC [42.79km]  
Activities 
Extreme Paintball
Aim high and hit your target! A team building experience conducted by Adam Vella, Athens Olympics Clay Target Shooting Bronze Medalist.
Swim with the Seals and Dolphins - VIC [44.83km]  
Activities 
Family Dolphin & Whale
Join us on a marine adventure of a lifetime.
Dolphin and Seal Sightsee Cruise - VIC [44.98km]  
Activities 
Family Dolphin & Whale
Join in on the fun and excitement of visiting Port Phillip Bay to experience our Seals and Dolphins in their natural environment!
Seal Watching Cruise - VIC [0.52km]
Ocean Rafting Adventure - VIC [0.56km]
Jet Boat Adventure - VIC [0.56km]
Phillip Island Penguins and Wildlife - VIC [0.67km]
Penguin Parade Moonlight Express Tour - VIC [0.77km]
Phillip Island Ultimate Eco Day Tour - VIC [2.73km]
Phillip Island Penguin Parade day tour - VIC [3.38km]
Penguins, Koalas and Wildlife Ecotour for 2 - VIC [3.81km]
Penguin Express Tour - VIC [4.63km]
Private Penguin Parade Experience for 2 - VIC [5.16km]
Penguins EXPRESS! (354) - VIC [8.27km]
Helicopter Flight Full Phillip Island Tour For 3 - VIC [10.72km]
Helicopter Scenic Flight Over Phillip Island For 3 - VIC [10.72km]
Bass Estate Winery For 2 by Helicopter - VIC [10.74km]
Sea Kayak Day tour - Victoria (Phillip Island) - VIC [12.41km]
Spa Treat - Body and Feet Massage - VIC [21.11km]
Spa Treat - Facial with Head Massage - VIC [21.11km]
Lake to Plate - Fly Fish, Lunch & Overnight Stay - VIC [21.44km]
Dining to Romance your Soulmate - VIC [21.76km]
High Tea - Indulge in the Classic Tradition - VIC [21.76km]
Mornington Peninsula Private Charter for up to 6 - VIC [23.36km]
Mornington Peninsula Private Charter for 2 people - VIC [27.37km]
Walking Tour For Two - Mornington Peninsula - Vic - VIC [29.95km]
Armoured Vehicle Drive Course - VIC [30.04km]
Mountain Bike Guided Cycling Tour For Four - VIC [30.9km]
Rolls Royce Winery Tour - VIC [31.82km]
Ocean Beach Horse Riding - VIC [33.1km]
Beach Sensation - VIC [34.83km]
Walking Tour - Mornington Peninsula - Vic - VIC [36.13km]
Hot Rock Massage - VIC [36.77km]
Walking Tour Two Days - Mornington Peninsula - Vic - VIC [37.01km]
Discover Scuba Diving - VIC [37.12km]
2 Day Phillip Island and Wilsons Promontory Tour - VIC [39.14km]
Bathe in the natural hot mineral spring pools - VIC [39.31km]
3.5 Hour Luxury Sailing Lunch Cruise - VIC [40.17km]
Sea Kayak Coastline Tour - VIC [40.3km]
Scuba Diving with the Dragons - INT [40.3km]
Snorkelling with Sea Dragons - VIC [40.36km]
Romantic Overnight Cruise - VIC [40.78km]
luxury sailing 3 hours - VIC [41.21km]
Romantic Private Pre-Dinner Sailing Cruise for 2 - VIC [41.27km]
Luxury Saturday Sailing Cruise - 2 hours - VIC [41.58km]
Private Half-Day Sailing Lunch Cruise - VIC [41.66km]
Luxury All-Day Private Sailing Cruise - VIC [42.08km]
Millionaires Walk for 2 - VIC [42.37km]
Group - Classic Clay Target Shooting - VIC [42.75km]
Clay Target Shooting for 8 - VIC [42.79km]
Group Premium Clay Target Shooting - VIC [42.79km]
Swim with the Seals and Dolphins - VIC [44.83km]
Dolphin and Seal Sightsee Cruise - VIC [44.98km]

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 Weather & Climate for Cowes

Closest Weather Station

Rhyll at 15:00 22 Nov EDT
Distance from Cowes 6.3km E
TemperatureFeels LikeRel. HumidityDew PointPressureRainfallWind DirectionWind SpeedGusts
16.3°C 15.7°C 90% 14.7°C 1007.0hPa 10.0mm WSW 11km/h
6knots		 17km/h
9knots

Closest Climatic Station

Rhyll
Distance from Cowes 6.3km E
 JanFebMarAprMayJun JulAugSepOctNovDec
Mean Max. °C 23.324.222.119.3 16.113.813.214.3 15.817.519.521.4
Mean Min. °C 15.015.714.312.3 10.58.88.18.3 9.210.311.913.4
Mean Rain mm 41.042.033.863.5 68.061.661.574.5 69.863.657.137.4

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