Beach Weather in Porthmeor Beach, St Ives Bay, United Kingdom

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11°
 
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14°
 
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Beach Weather Today in Porthmeor Beach

Today the maximum temperature will be 15° which is too cold for sunbathing. Today the water temperature will be 14° which is cold for swimming, a full wet suit is required to spend any length of time in the sea.

Today will have 8.7mm of moderate rain. Expect overcast skies and very little possibility of sunshine with an average cloud cover of 82%.

The winds will be cross-off shore and very strong at 50kmh from the East-Southeast. The strong winds will make the temperatures feel even colder.

Porthmeor Beach faces Northwest and the sunset will be visible over the ocean to the West at 04:29 PM. Unfortunately there are chances that 78% cloud cover 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 Porthmeor Beach

This weekend the average maximum daily temperatures will be 15° 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 2 days of moderate rain with an average of 9.3mm rain on those days. Saturday will have 8.9mm of rain and Sunday will have 9.6mm of rain. Expect overcast skies and very little possibility of sunshine with an average cloud cover of 94%.

PORTHMEOR BEACH - BEACH WEATHER FORECAST

Thu 21st November
12 AM 3 AM 6 AM 9 AM 12 PM 3 PM 6 PM 9 PM
100% 100% 100% 100% 100% 58% 78% 24%
0.1mm 4.5mm 2.7mm 0.7mm 0.1mm 0.1mm 0.5mm 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
75% 77% 83% 26% 80% 81% 72% 90%
0.0mm 0.4mm 0.4mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm
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
10° 12° 14° 14° 14° 15° 14°
100% 100% 100% 100% 100% 100% 100% 100%
0.7mm 1.9mm 0.0mm 0.3mm 0.8mm 1.1mm 1.2mm 2.9mm
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
14° 15° 15° 14° 13° 12° 12° 12°
100% 100% 100% 100% 100% 100% 67% 50%
0.4mm 2.9mm 2.1mm 2.2mm 1.9mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.1mm
12°
12°
12°
12°
12°
12°
12°
12°
Mon 25th November
12 AM 3 AM 6 AM 9 AM 12 PM 3 PM 6 PM 9 PM
11° 11° 11° 10° 10° 10° 10° 10°
19% 84% 80% 86% 78% 80% 83% 83%
0.0mm 0.1mm 0.3mm 0.1mm 0.2mm 0.1mm 0.1mm 0.2mm
14°
14°
14°
14°
14°
14°
14°
14°
Tue 26th November
12 AM 3 AM 6 AM 9 AM 12 PM 3 PM 6 PM 9 PM
11° 11° 12° 12° 13° 13° 14° 14°
77% 80% 100% 100% 100% 100% 100% 100%
0.3mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.1mm 0.4mm 0.1mm 0.4mm
12°
12°
12°
12°
12°
12°
12°
12°
Wed 27th November
12 AM 3 AM 6 AM 9 AM 12 PM 3 PM 6 PM 9 PM
14° 12° 11° 11° 12° 12° 13° 14°
94% 100% 83% 100% 100% 100% 100% 100%
0.2mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.1mm 0.1mm
12°
12°
12°
12°
12°
12°
12°
12°
Thu 21st November
12 AM 3 AM 6 AM 9 AM 12 PM 3 PM 6 PM 9 PM
24
kmh
38
kmh
50
kmh
41
kmh
32
kmh
24
kmh
34
kmh
36
kmh
0.6m
1.2m
1.6m
1.4m
1.0m
0.5m
0.9m
1.3m
7.9s 7.8s 7.4s 7.5s 7.0s 10.8s 10.4s 10.1s
Fri 22nd November
12 AM 3 AM 6 AM 9 AM 12 PM 3 PM 6 PM 9 PM
39
kmh
38
kmh
33
kmh
28
kmh
28
kmh
22
kmh
11
kmh
16
kmh
1.3m
1.7m
1.7m
1.3m
0.9m
0.7m
0.5m
1.0m
9.9s 6.1s 6.1s 9.1s 9.1s 7.1s 9.2s 9.1s
Sat 23rd November
12 AM 3 AM 6 AM 9 AM 12 PM 3 PM 6 PM 9 PM
31
kmh
48
kmh
57
kmh
57
kmh
56
kmh
50
kmh
53
kmh
54
kmh
1.5m
2.3m
2.5m
2.4m
2.3m
2.2m
2.4m
2.5m
9.2s 11.1s 6.2s 9.3s 10.0s 11.6s 11.6s 11.6s
Sun 24th November
12 AM 3 AM 6 AM 9 AM 12 PM 3 PM 6 PM 9 PM
51
kmh
59
kmh
58
kmh
48
kmh
29
kmh
32
kmh
39
kmh
46
kmh
2.6m
2.8m
3.1m
2.8m
1.4m
1.6m
1.6m
1.6m
11.8s 12.0s 12.4s 12.7s 12.5s 14.3s 13.5s 13.5s
Mon 25th November
12 AM 3 AM 6 AM 9 AM 12 PM 3 PM 6 PM 9 PM
49
kmh
54
kmh
47
kmh
50
kmh
53
kmh
57
kmh
55
kmh
53
kmh
1.6m
1.8m
1.7m
1.9m
2.4m
2.2m
1.9m
1.8m
12.3s 12.2s 11.7s 11.8s 9.5s 9.0s 8.8s 8.8s
Tue 26th November
12 AM 3 AM 6 AM 9 AM 12 PM 3 PM 6 PM 9 PM
49
kmh
41
kmh
31
kmh
36
kmh
48
kmh
50
kmh
50
kmh
53
kmh
1.8m
1.8m
1.6m
1.5m
1.5m
1.5m
1.3m
1.3m
8.8s 10.3s 10.1s 9.9s 9.7s 17.7s 17.9s 17.9s
Wed 27th November
12 AM 3 AM 6 AM 9 AM 12 PM 3 PM 6 PM 9 PM
51
kmh
39
kmh
24
kmh
10
kmh
7
kmh
10
kmh
13
kmh
17
kmh
1.1m
0.8m
0.7m
0.6m
0.8m
0.6m
0.8m
0.5m
8.7s 8.8s 9.3s 9.4s 9.5s 9.6s 9.6s 9.7s
Thu 21st November
2:22 AM 8:19 AM 2:55 PM 8:48 PM
1.69 5.67 1.77 5.23
Fri 22nd November
3:14 AM 9:16 AM 3:53 PM 9:50 PM
2.04 5.31 2.08 4.90
Sat 23rd November
4:13 AM 10:22 AM 4:59 PM 11:02 PM
2.29 5.06 2.26 4.74
Sun 24th November
5:20 AM 11:35 AM 6:11 PM
2.39 4.99 2.26
Mon 25th November
12:16 AM 6:32 AM 12:44 PM 7:16 PM
4.80 2.34 5.10 2.12
Tue 26th November
1:18 AM 7:34 AM 1:40 PM 8:07 PM
5.02 2.15 5.31 1.91
Wed 27th November
2:07 AM 8:24 AM 2:26 PM 8:49 PM
5.30 1.90 5.55 1.68
Thu 21st November
8.7mm
32kmh NE
82%
Fri 22nd November
0.8mm
29kmh WNW
73%
Sat 23rd November
15°
8.9mm
58kmh SSW
100%
Sun 24th November
15°
9.6mm
27kmh WSW
89%
Mon 25th November
11°
1.1mm
55kmh WSW
74%
Tue 26th November
14°
1.3mm
50kmh SSW
94%
Wed 27th November
13°
0.4mm
8kmh S
97%
Thu 28th November
14°
0.0mm
31kmh SSE
34%
Fri 29th November
14°
0.0mm
26kmh S
52%
Sat 30th November
13°
0.0mm
30kmh SSW
25%
Sun 1st December
13°
2.3mm
40kmh S
34%
Mon 2nd December
12°
0.3mm
40kmh WSW
69%
Tue 3rd December
14°
1.8mm
37kmh SW
96%
Wed 4th December
14°
0.4mm
46kmh SW
94%

In the next 14 days average maximum daily temperatures will be 13° which is too cold for sunbathing. The average water temperature will be 13° which is very cold and bracing, it's not recommended you swim with out a full wet suit. There will be 11 days of light rain with an average of 3.2mm rain on those days. Average cloud cover will be 72%.

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

Taking a Holiday at Porthmeor Beach, St Ives Bay, Cornwall, England, United Kingdom

Taking a holiday at Porthmeor Beach in St Ives Bay, Cornwall, England, United Kingdom is a wonderful way to enjoy the beauty of the British coastline. This beautiful beach is located on the stunning Cornish coast and offers visitors a chance to relax, unwind, and take in the breathtaking scenery. Whether you're looking for a fun-filled family vacation or a romantic getaway for two, Porthmeor Beach has something to offer everyone.

Beach Type

Porthmeor Beach is known for its golden yellow sand that stretches along the bay's shoreline. Although it's not powdery white like some tropical beaches, it still provides a comfortable surface for sunbathing and beach activities. The beach also features some rocky areas and tide pools, making it an interesting spot for snorkeling and exploring marine life.

Beach Activities

Porthmeor Beach offers a variety of activities that cater to different interests. Some popular activities include:

  1. Surfing: Porthmeor Beach is renowned for its consistent surf conditions, making it an ideal destination for both experienced surfers and beginners alike. Surf schools are available in the area if you want to learn or improve your skills.
  2. Rockpooling: The rocky areas of the beach provide excellent opportunities to explore tide pools filled with marine life such as crabs, starfish, and sea anemones.
  3. Coastal Walks: The South West Coast Path runs along Porthmeor Beach and offers stunning views of the coastline as well as access to nearby attractions like Tate St Ives art gallery.
  4. Sunbathing: With its golden sand and beautiful views of the Atlantic Ocean, Porthmeor Beach is perfect for relaxing under the sun while listening to the sound of waves crashing onshore.

Accommodations

There are several accommodation options near Porthmeor Beach ranging from luxury hotels to self-catering apartments and holiday cottages. Some popular choices include:

  1. St Ives Harbour Hotel & Spa: A luxury hotel with stunning sea views, spa facilities, and an outdoor pool.
  2. Pedn Olva Hotel: A cozy hotel situated on a cliff overlooking the beach, offering comfortable rooms and an outdoor pool.
  3. Porthmeor Beach Apartments: Self-catering apartments located just steps away from the beach, providing a homely atmosphere for your stay.

Areas to Stay In

St Ives Town is the most popular area to stay in while visiting Porthmeor Beach. The town provides easy access to the beach as well as local amenities such as shops, restaurants, and art galleries. Alternatively, you can also consider staying in nearby areas like Carbis Bay or Lelant for a quieter experience but still within close proximity to Porthmeor Beach.

Beach Amenities

Porthmeor Beach offers several amenities to ensure a comfortable and enjoyable visit:

  1. Lifeguards on duty during peak season (May-September)
  2. Surf equipment rental available near the beach
  3. Public restrooms and showers
  4. Cafe/restaurant overlooking the beach for refreshments
  5. Limited parking spaces available near the beach (it's recommended to use public transport or park in town center car parks)

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