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 16° which is a little too chilly for sunbathing. Today the water temperature will be 10° which is very cold and bracing, it's not recommended you swim with out a full wet suit.

Today will be dry with no rain showers. Expect plentiful sunshine and mostly clear blue skies with an average cloud cover of 26%.

The winds will be on shore and light at 14kmh from the West. The light winds will keep the temperatures feeling cooler.

Praa Sands Beach faces Southwest and the sunset will be visible over the ocean to the West at 09:20 PM. The skies should be very clear at that time, ideal for a sunset.

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 16° which is a little too chilly 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 no rainy days at all this weekend. Expect sunshine and sunny skies with an average cloud cover of 42%.

PRAA SANDS BEACH - BEACH WEATHER FORECAST

Fri 29th May
12 AM 3 AM 6 AM 9 AM 12 PM 3 PM 6 PM 9 PM
14° 14° 14° 15° 16° 16° 16° 14°
11% 25% 56% 49% 5% 64% 0% 0%
0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm
10°
10°
10°
10°
10°
10°
10°
10°
Sat 30th May
12 AM 3 AM 6 AM 9 AM 12 PM 3 PM 6 PM 9 PM
12° 12° 12° 14° 15° 16° 16° 14°
16% 2% 48% 9% 57% 50% 26% 59%
0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm
12°
12°
12°
12°
12°
12°
12°
12°
Sun 31st May
12 AM 3 AM 6 AM 9 AM 12 PM 3 PM 6 PM 9 PM
14° 14° 14° 15° 16° 16° 16° 14°
100% 76% 41% 38% 2% 23% 32% 100%
0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm
12°
12°
12°
12°
12°
12°
12°
12°
Mon 1st June
12 AM 3 AM 6 AM 9 AM 12 PM 3 PM 6 PM 9 PM
15° 15° 15° 15° 15° 15° 15° 14°
100% 100% 100% 100% 100% 100% 100% 100%
0.0mm 0.1mm 0.0mm 0.5mm 1.1mm 4.0mm 0.3mm 0.0mm
12°
12°
12°
12°
12°
12°
12°
12°
Tue 2nd June
12 AM 3 AM 6 AM 9 AM 12 PM 3 PM 6 PM 9 PM
14° 14° 13° 14° 15° 15° 15° 13°
74% 98% 100% 53% 81% 74% 9% 66%
0.1mm 0.1mm 0.1mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm
10°
10°
10°
10°
10°
10°
10°
10°
Wed 3rd June
12 AM 3 AM 6 AM 9 AM 12 PM 3 PM 6 PM 9 PM
13° 13° 14° 14° 15° 14° 13° 13°
66% 90% 100% 43% 52% 69% 75% 72%
0.0mm 0.1mm 0.4mm 0.2mm 0.1mm 0.2mm 0.1mm 0.1mm
10°
10°
10°
10°
10°
10°
10°
10°
Thu 4th June
12 AM 3 AM 6 AM 9 AM 12 PM 3 PM 6 PM 9 PM
13° 13° 13° 13° 14° 14° 13° 13°
85% 98% 100% 78% 67% 89% 100% 82%
0.3mm 0.4mm 0.4mm 0.3mm 0.3mm 0.2mm 0.2mm 0.2mm
10°
10°
10°
10°
10°
10°
10°
10°
Fri 29th May
12 AM 3 AM 6 AM 9 AM 12 PM 3 PM 6 PM 9 PM
14
kmh
12
kmh
8
kmh
14
kmh
14
kmh
13
kmh
12
kmh
7
kmh
0.6m
0.6m
0.8m
0.7m
0.7m
0.8m
0.9m
0.9m
8.8s 8.7s 5.5s 5.6s 6.3s 6.9s 7.8s 8.5s
Sat 30th May
12 AM 3 AM 6 AM 9 AM 12 PM 3 PM 6 PM 9 PM
6
kmh
5
kmh
3
kmh
5
kmh
6
kmh
13
kmh
15
kmh
16
kmh
1.0m
0.9m
0.8m
0.9m
0.9m
1.4m
0.4m
0.5m
9.0s 8.6s 8.3s 9.5s 7.9s 12.5s 12.4s 11.9s
Sun 31st May
12 AM 3 AM 6 AM 9 AM 12 PM 3 PM 6 PM 9 PM
15
kmh
14
kmh
16
kmh
17
kmh
20
kmh
22
kmh
20
kmh
19
kmh
0.5m
0.4m
0.5m
0.5m
0.5m
0.5m
0.5m
0.5m
11.8s 11.7s 11.7s 11.7s 11.7s 11.6s 11.5s 11.3s
Mon 1st June
12 AM 3 AM 6 AM 9 AM 12 PM 3 PM 6 PM 9 PM
20
kmh
21
kmh
22
kmh
28
kmh
34
kmh
33
kmh
26
kmh
21
kmh
0.7m
0.8m
0.8m
0.7m
0.6m
0.7m
0.6m
1.2m
11.1s 11.0s 10.9s 10.8s 10.6s 10.4s 10.2s 5.1s
Tue 2nd June
12 AM 3 AM 6 AM 9 AM 12 PM 3 PM 6 PM 9 PM
27
kmh
27
kmh
31
kmh
37
kmh
36
kmh
33
kmh
30
kmh
23
kmh
1.0m
1.0m
1.2m
0.9m
0.8m
0.9m
0.9m
0.7m
5.1s 6.8s 4.8s 8.9s 8.9s 17.7s 17.7s 9.0s
Wed 3rd June
12 AM 3 AM 6 AM 9 AM 12 PM 3 PM 6 PM 9 PM
22
kmh
26
kmh
33
kmh
33
kmh
39
kmh
41
kmh
40
kmh
42
kmh
1.3m
1.6m
1.6m
1.6m
1.8m
2.1m
2.1m
2.0m
14.2s 13.7s 13.4s 13.1s 13.0s 13.0s 13.0s 13.0s
Thu 4th June
12 AM 3 AM 6 AM 9 AM 12 PM 3 PM 6 PM 9 PM
43
kmh
39
kmh
37
kmh
35
kmh
37
kmh
37
kmh
34
kmh
32
kmh
2.0m
2.2m
2.1m
2.0m
2.4m
2.0m
1.4m
1.3m
13.0s 13.0s 13.0s 13.2s 13.2s 13.2s 13.0s 13.0s
Fri 29th May
3:06 AM 9:34 AM 3:32 PM 9:53 PM
4.64 1.32 4.61 1.30
Sat 30th May
3:56 AM 10:15 AM 4:18 PM 10:35 PM
4.70 1.30 4.71 1.29
Sun 31st May
4:39 AM 10:53 AM 4:59 PM 11:14 PM
4.73 1.32 4.77 1.32
Mon 1st June
5:18 AM 11:30 AM 5:38 PM 11:52 PM
4.71 1.37 4.77 1.39
Tue 2nd June
5:56 AM 12:07 PM 6:15 PM
4.65 1.46 4.73
Wed 3rd June
12:30 AM 6:34 AM 12:43 PM 6:53 PM
1.52 4.56 1.58 4.66
Thu 4th June
1:09 AM 7:12 AM 1:21 PM 7:32 PM
1.65 4.46 1.71 4.58
Fri 29th May
16°
0.0mm
14kmh WNW
26%
Sat 30th May
16°
0.0mm
10kmh W
33%
Sun 31st May
16°
0.0mm
19kmh W
51%
Mon 1st June
15°
6.0mm
30kmh SSW
100%
Tue 2nd June
15°
0.3mm
23kmh WNW
69%
Wed 3rd June
15°
1.2mm
36kmh WSW
70%
Thu 4th June
14°
2.3mm
36kmh WSW
87%
Fri 5th June
14°
0.4mm
24kmh WNW
75%
Sat 6th June
15°
2.4mm
38kmh SSW
79%
Sun 7th June
15°
0.0mm
17kmh WSW
66%
Mon 8th June
15°
0.9mm
29kmh SW
91%
Tue 9th June
15°
0.0mm
23kmh NW
46%
Wed 10th June
17°
0.0mm
6kmh WSW
42%
Thu 11th June
15°
0.0mm
27kmh N
2%

In the next 14 days average maximum daily temperatures will be 15° which is a little too chilly 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 7 days of very light rain with an average of 1.9mm rain on those days. Average cloud cover will be 60%.

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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