Beach Weather in Praa Sands Beach, Cornwall, United Kingdom

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Beach Weather Today in Praa Sands Beach

Today the maximum temperature will be 14° which is too cold for sunbathing. Today the water temperature will be 12° which is very cold and bracing, it's not recommended you swim with out a full wet suit.

Today will have 3.0mm of light rain. Expect overcast skies and very little possibility of sunshine with an average cloud cover of 95%.

The winds will be on shore and very strong at 45kmh from the North. The strong winds will make the temperatures feel colder. The strong onshore winds may make conditions rougher for swimming.

Praa Sands Beach faces Southwest and the sunset will be visible over the ocean to the West at 04:33 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 Praa Sands Beach

This weekend the average maximum daily temperatures will be 14° which is too cold for sunbathing. The average water temperature will be 12° 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 4.9mm rain on those days. Saturday will have 2.5mm of rain and Sunday will have 7.2mm of rain. Expect overcast skies and very little possibility of sunshine with an average cloud cover of 92%.

PRAA SANDS BEACH - BEACH WEATHER FORECAST

Mon 18th November
12 AM 3 AM 6 AM 9 AM 12 PM 3 PM 6 PM 9 PM
11° 12° 12° 12° 12° 12° 12° 13°
82% 90% 100% 100% 100% 100% 100% 95%
0.0mm 0.0mm 0.1mm 0.2mm 0.7mm 1.0mm 0.7mm 0.3mm
12°
12°
12°
12°
12°
12°
12°
12°
Tue 19th November
12 AM 3 AM 6 AM 9 AM 12 PM 3 PM 6 PM 9 PM
12°
70% 100% 100% 100% 100% 100% 100% 84%
0.1mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 1.1mm 1.3mm 0.6mm 0.0mm
14°
14°
14°
14°
14°
14°
14°
14°
Wed 20th November
12 AM 3 AM 6 AM 9 AM 12 PM 3 PM 6 PM 9 PM
46% 80% 64% 52% 74% 88% 100% 100%
0.0mm 0.0mm 0.1mm 0.0mm 0.1mm 0.1mm 1.1mm 0.2mm
14°
14°
14°
14°
14°
14°
14°
14°
Thu 21st November
12 AM 3 AM 6 AM 9 AM 12 PM 3 PM 6 PM 9 PM
91% 100% 100% 100% 100% 60% 14% 15%
0.0mm 0.0mm 1.2mm 4.1mm 2.6mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm
14°
14°
14°
14°
14°
14°
14°
14°
Fri 22nd November
12 AM 3 AM 6 AM 9 AM 12 PM 3 PM 6 PM 9 PM
10% 47% 90% 86% 100% 100% 100% 100%
0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 1.0mm 3.5mm 7.7mm
14°
14°
14°
14°
14°
14°
14°
14°
Sat 23rd November
12 AM 3 AM 6 AM 9 AM 12 PM 3 PM 6 PM 9 PM
14° 14° 15° 12°
100% 100% 100% 97% 100% 99% 85% 59%
2.0mm 0.5mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm
12°
12°
12°
12°
12°
12°
12°
12°
Sun 24th November
12 AM 3 AM 6 AM 9 AM 12 PM 3 PM 6 PM 9 PM
10° 14° 14° 14° 15°
81% 100% 100% 100% 100% 100% 100% 62%
0.1mm 0.9mm 1.4mm 2.7mm 1.6mm 0.1mm 0.1mm 0.3mm
12°
12°
12°
12°
12°
12°
12°
12°
Mon 18th November
12 AM 3 AM 6 AM 9 AM 12 PM 3 PM 6 PM 9 PM
34
kmh
36
kmh
37
kmh
37
kmh
32
kmh
38
kmh
42
kmh
45
kmh
1.2m
1.3m
1.4m
1.4m
1.3m
1.7m
1.7m
2.1m
8.5s 8.4s 8.2s 9.9s 9.8s 9.6s 9.6s 9.6s
Tue 19th November
12 AM 3 AM 6 AM 9 AM 12 PM 3 PM 6 PM 9 PM
47
kmh
45
kmh
44
kmh
29
kmh
22
kmh
15
kmh
17
kmh
9
kmh
1.8m
2.1m
1.6m
1.0m
1.0m
1.1m
1.2m
1.4m
9.6s 9.0s 9.2s 9.4s 9.5s 9.3s 9.2s 9.5s
Wed 20th November
12 AM 3 AM 6 AM 9 AM 12 PM 3 PM 6 PM 9 PM
13
kmh
17
kmh
12
kmh
10
kmh
7
kmh
7
kmh
4
kmh
3
kmh
1.5m
1.3m
1.1m
0.9m
1.1m
1.2m
0.4m
0.2m
8.0s 8.3s 8.1s 9.0s 7.5s 10.1s 8.1s 8.0s
Thu 21st November
12 AM 3 AM 6 AM 9 AM 12 PM 3 PM 6 PM 9 PM
1
kmh
4
kmh
4
kmh
22
kmh
34
kmh
40
kmh
45
kmh
45
kmh
1.0m
1.5m
2.3m
2.3m
1.6m
1.1m
0.9m
0.7m
9.6s 7.6s 6.6s 7.4s 9.3s 10.0s 10.3s 10.7s
Fri 22nd November
12 AM 3 AM 6 AM 9 AM 12 PM 3 PM 6 PM 9 PM
37
kmh
33
kmh
28
kmh
20
kmh
24
kmh
20
kmh
16
kmh
20
kmh
0.7m
0.7m
1.0m
0.9m
1.0m
0.8m
1.0m
1.2m
10.8s 10.7s 10.5s 10.1s 10.0s 10.0s 9.8s 11.6s
Sat 23rd November
12 AM 3 AM 6 AM 9 AM 12 PM 3 PM 6 PM 9 PM
34
kmh
48
kmh
50
kmh
58
kmh
58
kmh
55
kmh
53
kmh
52
kmh
1.9m
2.3m
1.9m
1.6m
1.7m
1.7m
1.7m
1.8m
10.8s 10.7s 6.2s 6.2s 10.5s 10.7s 10.7s 10.7s
Sun 24th November
12 AM 3 AM 6 AM 9 AM 12 PM 3 PM 6 PM 9 PM
49
kmh
50
kmh
48
kmh
48
kmh
50
kmh
52
kmh
49
kmh
42
kmh
1.6m
1.8m
1.8m
1.8m
1.9m
2.3m
2.1m
2.2m
11.0s 11.0s 11.0s 11.1s 11.0s 12.0s 11.2s 11.5s
Mon 18th November
12:11 AM 5:42 AM 12:36 PM 6:06 PM
0.72 5.49 0.72 5.26
Tue 19th November
12:54 AM 6:26 AM 1:21 PM 6:50 PM
0.96 5.30 0.98 4.97
Wed 20th November
1:37 AM 7:11 AM 2:07 PM 7:38 PM
1.25 5.04 1.29 4.66
Thu 21st November
2:22 AM 8:02 AM 2:56 PM 8:31 PM
1.56 4.76 1.60 4.37
Fri 22nd November
3:12 AM 8:59 AM 3:54 PM 9:33 PM
1.84 4.51 1.86 4.14
Sat 23rd November
4:12 AM 10:04 AM 5:05 PM 10:43 PM
2.05 4.33 2.00 4.03
Sun 24th November
5:27 AM 11:14 AM 6:20 PM 11:54 PM
2.14 4.27 1.99 4.06
Mon 18th November
12°
3.0mm
46kmh WSW
95%
Tue 19th November
3.1mm
14kmh ENE
94%
Wed 20th November
1.6mm
19kmh NW
75%
Thu 21st November
7.9mm
53kmh ENE
72%
Fri 22nd November
12.2mm
31kmh SSE
79%
Sat 23rd November
15°
2.5mm
36kmh NW
92%
Sun 24th November
14°
7.2mm
40kmh SSW
92%
Mon 25th November
14°
1.2mm
28kmh SSW
98%
Tue 26th November
10°
2.0mm
53kmh WSW
82%
Wed 27th November
4.1mm
37kmh WNW
79%
Thu 28th November
2.1mm
14kmh SSE
82%
Fri 29th November
10°
2.6mm
44kmh ENE
100%
Sat 30th November
10°
0.3mm
39kmh E
99%
Sun 1st December
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mm
kmh
%

In the next 14 days average maximum daily temperatures will be 10° which is too cold for sunbathing. The average water temperature will be 13° which is cold for swimming, a full wet suit is required to spend any length of time in the sea. There will be 13 days of light rain with an average of 3.8mm rain on those days. Average cloud cover will be 88%.

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

Taking a Holiday at Praa Sands Beach, Cornwall, England, United Kingdom

Taking a holiday at Praa Sands Beach, located in Cornwall, England, United Kingdom, is an excellent choice for beach aficionados who want to enjoy the British coastline. This beautiful beach offers stunning views and a wide array of activities to make your vacation unforgettable.

Beach Type

Praa Sands Beach is known for its golden sand, which stretches for about a mile along the coast. The sand is fine and soft, making it perfect for sunbathing and building sandcastles. The beach also has some rocky sections where rock pools form during low tide – these are perfect for exploring and observing marine life. While there isn't a coral reef at Praa Sands Beach, the rocky areas still provide some interesting snorkeling opportunities as they attract various fish species.

Beach Activities

Popular activities at Praa Sands Beach include:

  1. Surfing: Praa Sands is well-known as a top surfing spot in Cornwall due to its consistent waves and surf-friendly conditions. There are surf schools available that offer lessons for beginners and equipment rental for more experienced surfers.

  2. Swimming: The beach offers clean waters and lifeguard services during the summer months, making it safe for swimming.

  3. Beachcombing: Exploring the shoreline at low tide can reveal fascinating treasures such as shells, driftwood, and sea glass.

  4. Walking: With its extensive stretch of sand, Praa Sands Beach is perfect for long walks along the coast while enjoying breathtaking ocean views.

  5. Rock Pooling: As mentioned earlier, the rocky areas of the beach are home to intriguing rock pools during low tide – an excellent opportunity to discover marine wildlife up close.

Accommodations

While there aren't any large resorts situated directly on the beachfront at Praa Sands Beach, there are several options nearby that offer comfortable accommodations:

  1. The Sandbar: A family-run guesthouse with stunning sea views, offering bed and breakfast accommodations.

  2. Praa Sands Holiday Park: A holiday park with a range of self-catering accommodations, including caravans and lodges, located just a short walk from the beach.

Areas to Stay In

  1. Praa Sands Village: Staying in the heart of Praa Sands Village means you'll be within walking distance to the beach, local shops, and restaurants. The village offers a quiet and charming atmosphere for a relaxing vacation.

  2. Porthleven: Located approximately 4 miles from Praa Sands Beach, Porthleven is a picturesque fishing village with an array of restaurants, pubs, and shops. It's an excellent option for those who want to explore other nearby beaches and attractions while still being close to Praa Sands.

Beach Amenities

Praa Sands Beach offers several amenities to make your visit more enjoyable:

  • Lifeguard services during the summer months
  • Public toilets
  • Beach café serving refreshments
  • Surfboard rental
  • Parking facilities near the beach

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