Beach Weather in Porthcurno Beach, Penzance, United Kingdom

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Beach Weather Today in Porthcurno Beach

Today the maximum temperature will be which is too cold for sunbathing. Today the water temperature will be which is very cold and bracing, it's not recommended you swim with out a full wet suit.

Today will have 0.5mm of very light rain. Expect overcast skies and very little possibility of sunshine with an average cloud cover of 89%.

The winds will be cross-off shore and very strong at 45kmh from the North-Northwest. The strong winds will make the temperatures feel colder.

Porthcurno Beach faces Southeast and sunset will be over the land behind the beach at 04:37 PM. Unfortunately very heavy cloud cover of 100% may make the sunset not viewable.

For Beach Weather for the next next 7 days, wind and wave conditions and tide and the next 14 days weather use the tabs below.

Beach Weather This Weekend in Porthcurno Beach

This weekend the average maximum daily temperatures will be which is too cold for sunbathing. The average water temperature will be 11° which is very cold and bracing, it's not recommended you swim with out a full wet suit.

There will be 2 days of light rain with an average of 4.0mm rain on those days. Saturday will have 0.7mm of rain and Sunday will have 7.2mm of rain. Expect some sunshine and occasionally cloudy periods with an average cloud cover of 54%.

PORTHCURNO BEACH - BEACH WEATHER FORECAST

Wed 7th January
12 AM 3 AM 6 AM 9 AM 12 PM 3 PM 6 PM 9 PM
11° 10°
79% 100% 50% 98% 100% 100% 100% 89%
0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.1mm 0.4mm 0.0mm 0.0mm
Thu 8th January
12 AM 3 AM 6 AM 9 AM 12 PM 3 PM 6 PM 9 PM
10° 11° 11°
56% 100% 100% 100% 100% 100% 100% 100%
0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 1.9mm 2.7mm 1.0mm 1.1mm 0.3mm
11°
11°
11°
11°
11°
11°
11°
11°
Fri 9th January
12 AM 3 AM 6 AM 9 AM 12 PM 3 PM 6 PM 9 PM
84% 72% 81% 82% 88% 93% 59% 82%
0.1mm 0.2mm 0.5mm 0.3mm 0.1mm 0.5mm 0.0mm 0.1mm
11°
11°
11°
11°
11°
11°
11°
11°
Sat 10th January
12 AM 3 AM 6 AM 9 AM 12 PM 3 PM 6 PM 9 PM
80% 77% 0% 8% 38% 20% 5% 2%
0.4mm 0.3mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm
11°
11°
11°
11°
11°
11°
11°
11°
Sun 11th January
12 AM 3 AM 6 AM 9 AM 12 PM 3 PM 6 PM 9 PM
10° 10°
7% 100% 95% 100% 100% 100% 75% 71%
0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.7mm 1.0mm 5.4mm 0.0mm 0.1mm
11°
11°
11°
11°
11°
11°
11°
11°
Mon 12th January
12 AM 3 AM 6 AM 9 AM 12 PM 3 PM 6 PM 9 PM
10° 10° 10° 10° 11° 11° 11° 11°
100% 100% 100% 66% 92% 87% 100% 71%
0.1mm 0.4mm 0.3mm 0.1mm 0.0mm 1.3mm 0.0mm 0.8mm
Tue 13th January
12 AM 3 AM 6 AM 9 AM 12 PM 3 PM 6 PM 9 PM
11° 11° 10° 10° 11° 11° 10° 10°
44% 72% 86% 82% 74% 98% 53% 23%
0.0mm 0.2mm 0.2mm 0.1mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm
Wed 7th January
12 AM 3 AM 6 AM 9 AM 12 PM 3 PM 6 PM 9 PM
37
kmh
45
kmh
42
kmh
37
kmh
31
kmh
17
kmh
39
kmh
35
kmh
1.3m
1.6m
1.5m
1.2m
0.9m
0.9m
1.3m
1.5m
19.4s 19.4s 19.4s 19.4s 6.9s 7.1s 7.0s 7.4s
Thu 8th January
12 AM 3 AM 6 AM 9 AM 12 PM 3 PM 6 PM 9 PM
38
kmh
31
kmh
14
kmh
17
kmh
55
kmh
62
kmh
90
kmh
70
kmh
1.3m
1.1m
0.6m
1.0m
2.6m
2.2m
1.4m
3.7m
17.7s 11.0s 8.0s 8.6s 5.4s 5.8s 5.8s 5.8s
Fri 9th January
12 AM 3 AM 6 AM 9 AM 12 PM 3 PM 6 PM 9 PM
62
kmh
52
kmh
53
kmh
50
kmh
53
kmh
54
kmh
49
kmh
48
kmh
2.7m
2.2m
1.8m
1.3m
1.7m
2.1m
1.8m
1.0m
5.8s 5.8s 5.8s 5.8s 5.8s 5.8s 5.8s 6.8s
Sat 10th January
12 AM 3 AM 6 AM 9 AM 12 PM 3 PM 6 PM 9 PM
51
kmh
44
kmh
38
kmh
38
kmh
30
kmh
18
kmh
9
kmh
13
kmh
1.5m
1.5m
1.5m
1.2m
0.8m
0.7m
0.6m
1.3m
12.1s 12.9s 12.3s 11.9s 11.9s 11.4s 11.0s 11.0s
Sun 11th January
12 AM 3 AM 6 AM 9 AM 12 PM 3 PM 6 PM 9 PM
23
kmh
37
kmh
50
kmh
58
kmh
64
kmh
59
kmh
24
kmh
32
kmh
1.4m
2.1m
2.2m
1.2m
1.0m
1.3m
1.3m
1.7m
10.6s 7.5s 6.5s 9.0s 16.2s 16.2s 16.2s 13.2s
Mon 12th January
12 AM 3 AM 6 AM 9 AM 12 PM 3 PM 6 PM 9 PM
31
kmh
35
kmh
30
kmh
30
kmh
39
kmh
51
kmh
40
kmh
36
kmh
1.5m
1.4m
0.9m
0.9m
0.9m
1.0m
1.4m
1.9m
13.5s 13.5s 12.1s 12.2s 13.2s 14.2s 14.3s 14.2s
Tue 13th January
12 AM 3 AM 6 AM 9 AM 12 PM 3 PM 6 PM 9 PM
35
kmh
30
kmh
23
kmh
18
kmh
14
kmh
8
kmh
5
kmh
6
kmh
1.2m
1.1m
1.6m
1.0m
1.9m
1.4m
1.2m
1.5m
14.0s 13.2s 13.0s 12.6s 11.3s 11.2s 14.6s 9.8s
Wed 7th January
1:35 AM 7:13 AM 2:03 PM 7:37 PM
1.01 5.51 0.99 5.10
Thu 8th January
2:15 AM 7:58 AM 2:42 PM 8:21 PM
1.18 5.32 1.22 4.91
Fri 9th January
2:54 AM 8:42 AM 3:22 PM 9:08 PM
1.41 5.08 1.49 4.70
Sat 10th January
3:34 AM 9:30 AM 4:04 PM 9:59 PM
1.67 4.82 1.76 4.50
Sun 11th January
4:20 AM 10:23 AM 4:54 PM 10:58 PM
1.93 4.57 2.01 4.35
Mon 12th January
5:15 AM 11:26 AM 5:55 PM
2.15 4.39 2.17
Tue 13th January
12:05 AM 6:25 AM 12:35 PM 7:07 PM
4.29 2.26 4.32 2.20
Wed 7th January
11°
0.5mm
32kmh WNW
89%
Thu 8th January
12°
7.0mm
54kmh SW
94%
Fri 9th January
1.8mm
54kmh WNW
80%
Sat 10th January
0.7mm
30kmh NNW
28%
Sun 11th January
10°
7.2mm
65kmh SE
81%
Mon 12th January
11°
3.0mm
39kmh S
89%
Tue 13th January
11°
0.5mm
13kmh SSW
66%
Wed 14th January
11°
0.0mm
17kmh SSW
10%
Thu 15th January
10°
1.6mm
22kmh NW
77%
Fri 16th January
0.3mm
14kmh WSW
61%
Sat 17th January
1.1mm
18kmh WNW
76%
Sun 18th January
11°
2.2mm
36kmh WNW
92%
Mon 19th January
10°
0.6mm
37kmh WSW
60%
Tue 20th January
10°
0.0mm
23kmh SSE
56%

In the next 14 days average maximum daily temperatures will be 10° which is too cold for sunbathing. The average water temperature will be 10° which is very cold and bracing, it's not recommended you swim with out a full wet suit. There will be 12 days of light rain with an average of 2.2mm rain on those days. Average cloud cover will be 69%.

If you are sailing, windsurfing, fishing, surfing etc. in Porthcurno Beach don't forget to check the tide and wind and wave conditions

Taking a Holiday at Porthcurno Beach, Penzance, Cornwall, England, United Kingdom

Porthcurno Beach is a beautiful destination located in Penzance, Cornwall, England. Known for its stunning views and clear turquoise waters, this beach is the perfect spot for a relaxing holiday. Whether you're planning a family vacation or a romantic getaway, Porthcurno Beach has something to offer everyone.

Beach Type

Porthcurno Beach features fine white sand that is soft and powdery, making it perfect for sunbathing or building sandcastles. The shoreline gradually slopes into the sea, providing safe swimming conditions suitable for all ages. Though there isn't an on-site reef or prominent rocky areas at Porthcurno Beach itself, nearby locations such as Logan Rock and Pedn Vounder offer opportunities for snorkeling and diving among fascinating marine life.

Beach Activities

At Porthcurno Beach, visitors can indulge in various beach activities including:

  1. Swimming: The crystal-clear waters make swimming at this beach an enjoyable experience.
  2. Sunbathing: The fine white sand allows for comfortable sunbathing while enjoying the picturesque surroundings.
  3. Beachcombing: With its interesting mix of shells and sea glass, exploring the shoreline can be rewarding.
  4. Surfing: During certain times of the year when there are waves present, surfing can be popular among enthusiasts.
  5. Hiking: Nearby coastal paths provide fantastic opportunities to explore the breathtaking scenery of Cornwall's coastline.

Accommodations

While there are no beach resorts directly located on Porthcurno Beach, visitors can find several charming hotels and guesthouses in Penzance and the surrounding areas:

  1. Treen House Bed & Breakfast: Located near Porthcurno Beach with stunning views of the coastline
  2. The Land's End Hotel: A historic hotel offering luxurious accommodations with easy access to local attractions
  3. The Old Coastguard: A boutique hotel in nearby Mousehole, featuring an award-winning restaurant

Areas to Stay In

  1. Penzance: As the nearest town to Porthcurno Beach, Penzance offers a variety of accommodations and amenities, making it a convenient base for exploring the area.
  2. St Just: This quaint village offers a more peaceful atmosphere with easy access to Porthcurno Beach and other nearby attractions.
  3. Mousehole: A charming fishing village with picturesque views, perfect for those looking for a more romantic and secluded stay.

Beach Amenities

Porthcurno Beach offers several amenities that make your visit comfortable and enjoyable:

  • Lifeguard service during peak season
  • Public restrooms
  • Car parking available nearby
  • Refreshment kiosk serving snacks and drinks
  • Accessibility ramps for wheelchair users
  • Dogs allowed on the beach during specified times outside of peak season

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