Beach Weather in Bantham, Devon, United Kingdom

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Beach Weather Today in Bantham

Today the maximum temperature will be 10° 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 11.8mm of rain. Expect overcast skies and very little possibility of sunshine with an average cloud cover of 89%.

The winds will be cross-on shore and extremely strong at 92kmh from the North West. The strong winds will make the temperatures feel even colder. The very strong onshore winds may make conditions rough for swimming.

Bantham faces Southwest and the sunset will be visible over the ocean to the West at 04:32 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 Bantham

This weekend the average maximum daily temperatures will be 10° 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 1 day of light rain. Saturday will be dry and Sunday will have 4.9mm of rain. Expect sunny spells but some cloudy periods with an average cloud cover of 60%.

BANTHAM - BEACH WEATHER FORECAST

Thu 8th January
12 AM 3 AM 6 AM 9 AM 12 PM 3 PM 6 PM 9 PM
85% 58% 70% 100% 100% 100% 100% 100%
0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 1.2mm 3.2mm 3.6mm 0.1mm 3.7mm
Fri 9th January
12 AM 3 AM 6 AM 9 AM 12 PM 3 PM 6 PM 9 PM
100% 85% 70% 70% 12% 12% 12% 8%
0.7mm 0.0mm 0.1mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm
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
74% 9% 6% 82% 82% 28% 8% 50%
0.0mm 0.0mm 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
21% 23% 85% 100% 100% 100% 100% 100%
0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 2.5mm 2.4mm
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°
81% 89% 61% 83% 88% 82% 100% 100%
0.3mm 0.0mm 0.4mm 0.1mm 0.2mm 0.1mm 0.3mm 1.1mm
Tue 13th January
12 AM 3 AM 6 AM 9 AM 12 PM 3 PM 6 PM 9 PM
100% 79% 60% 77% 57% 79% 82% 78%
0.9mm 0.0mm 0.1mm 0.1mm 0.2mm 0.1mm 0.1mm 0.1mm
Wed 14th January
12 AM 3 AM 6 AM 9 AM 12 PM 3 PM 6 PM 9 PM
83% 83% 65% 83% 82% 85% 100% 100%
0.0mm 0.1mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 2.0mm 5.1mm
Thu 8th January
12 AM 3 AM 6 AM 9 AM 12 PM 3 PM 6 PM 9 PM
38
kmh
35
kmh
20
kmh
14
kmh
46
kmh
59
kmh
45
kmh
92
kmh
1.1m
0.9m
0.5m
0.4m
0.8m
2.2m
2.4m
3.6m
17.7s 17.7s 9.1s 9.0s 16.1s 16.1s 16.1s 16.1s
Fri 9th January
12 AM 3 AM 6 AM 9 AM 12 PM 3 PM 6 PM 9 PM
76
kmh
60
kmh
55
kmh
48
kmh
52
kmh
51
kmh
48
kmh
51
kmh
2.8m
2.0m
1.7m
1.7m
1.9m
1.5m
1.2m
1.1m
12.3s 12.2s 12.1s 12.0s 11.9s 11.8s 12.1s 12.5s
Sat 10th January
12 AM 3 AM 6 AM 9 AM 12 PM 3 PM 6 PM 9 PM
47
kmh
43
kmh
38
kmh
42
kmh
42
kmh
39
kmh
26
kmh
18
kmh
1.0m
1.3m
1.0m
0.8m
0.7m
0.5m
0.2m
0.1m
13.0s 13.3s 13.1s 12.8s 12.5s 12.1s 11.5s 11.1s
Sun 11th January
12 AM 3 AM 6 AM 9 AM 12 PM 3 PM 6 PM 9 PM
10
kmh
18
kmh
29
kmh
38
kmh
46
kmh
54
kmh
64
kmh
57
kmh
1.4m
1.5m
1.4m
1.6m
1.7m
1.6m
1.6m
1.0m
10.9s 10.6s 10.1s 10.1s 13.0s 13.0s 13.0s 14.8s
Mon 12th January
12 AM 3 AM 6 AM 9 AM 12 PM 3 PM 6 PM 9 PM
38
kmh
29
kmh
29
kmh
27
kmh
28
kmh
34
kmh
38
kmh
44
kmh
0.7m
1.5m
1.2m
1.3m
1.0m
1.0m
1.1m
1.4m
8.4s 6.5s 6.4s 6.4s 5.5s 5.5s 5.5s 5.5s
Tue 13th January
12 AM 3 AM 6 AM 9 AM 12 PM 3 PM 6 PM 9 PM
48
kmh
24
kmh
28
kmh
32
kmh
29
kmh
26
kmh
21
kmh
26
kmh
1.4m
1.4m
1.0m
0.9m
0.8m
0.6m
1.0m
0.7m
5.5s 5.5s 5.5s 5.5s 12.3s 12.1s 12.0s 11.8s
Wed 14th January
12 AM 3 AM 6 AM 9 AM 12 PM 3 PM 6 PM 9 PM
26
kmh
28
kmh
31
kmh
31
kmh
29
kmh
37
kmh
54
kmh
56
kmh
0.4m
0.6m
0.7m
0.6m
0.8m
0.7m
0.7m
1.5m
11.5s 11.3s 11.3s 14.0s 13.2s 12.8s 12.1s 11.7s
Thu 8th January
2:39 AM 8:57 AM 3:08 PM 9:19 PM
1.12 5.21 1.13 4.80
Fri 9th January
3:23 AM 9:32 AM 3:52 PM 9:54 PM
1.38 5.00 1.41 4.63
Sat 10th January
4:09 AM 10:08 AM 4:40 PM 10:31 PM
1.66 4.78 1.68 4.49
Sun 11th January
5:01 AM 10:48 AM 5:34 PM 11:14 PM
1.90 4.57 1.91 4.36
Mon 12th January
6:01 AM 11:37 AM 6:34 PM
2.08 4.38 2.05
Tue 13th January
12:07 AM 7:06 AM 12:37 PM 7:36 PM
4.26 2.14 4.25 2.08
Wed 14th January
1:13 AM 8:09 AM 1:49 PM 8:36 PM
4.24 2.08 4.22 2.00
Thu 8th January
11.8mm
9kmh S
89%
Fri 9th January
0.8mm
39kmh NW
46%
Sat 10th January
0.0mm
29kmh NW
42%
Sun 11th January
4.9mm
30kmh SE
78%
Mon 12th January
10°
2.5mm
21kmh SSW
85%
Tue 13th January
1.6mm
24kmh SSW
76%
Wed 14th January
7.2mm
25kmh WSW
85%
Thu 15th January
1.1mm
20kmh WSW
58%
Fri 16th January
1.5mm
24kmh SW
79%
Sat 17th January
0.5mm
22kmh W
71%
Sun 18th January
0.1mm
17kmh WNW
41%
Mon 19th January
4.2mm
39kmh ESE
79%
Tue 20th January
0.5mm
22kmh E
75%
Wed 21st January
0.0mm
6kmh E
41%

In the next 14 days average maximum daily temperatures will be 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 3.1mm rain on those days. Average cloud cover will be 68%.

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

Taking a Holiday at Bantham, Devon, England, United Kingdom

Imagine spending your holiday lounging on the beautiful beaches of Bantham, Devon, in the picturesque region of southwest England. This charming coastal village in the United Kingdom offers a serene and relaxing atmosphere, perfect for a much-needed beach getaway.

Beach Type

Bantham Beach is known for its golden sand, which is soft and ideal for a day spent sunbathing or playing beach games with friends and family. The beach is also surrounded by stunning rocky cliffs and dunes that provide a dramatic backdrop to your holiday setting.

While Bantham Beach is not known for its snorkeling or diving opportunities due to the lack of reefs, there are still plenty of opportunities to explore the marine life in nearby rock pools during low tide. You can also enjoy walks along the South West Coast Path, which offers stunning views of the coastline.

Beach Activities

There are many beach activities recommended at Bantham Beach:

  1. Surfing: Bantham Beach is renowned for its excellent surf conditions, making it one of the best surf spots in Devon. Beginners can take lessons at Bantham Surfing Academy, while experienced surfers can enjoy catching waves all day long.

  2. Kiteboarding: The consistent winds at Bantham make it an ideal location for kiteboarding enthusiasts looking to ride the waves and perform aerial tricks.

  3. Beachcombing: With its golden sands and rocky areas, Bantham Beach is perfect for beachcombing and discovering interesting shells, stones, and other treasures washed up by the sea.

  4. Coastal Walks: As mentioned earlier, you can explore the South West Coast Path that offers breathtaking views of the surrounding area – perfect for nature lovers and photographers alike!

Accommodations

While there are no beach resorts directly on Bantham Beach itself, there are several hotels and guesthouses in nearby towns such as Kingsbridge or Salcombe. You can also find charming self-catering cottages and holiday rentals in Bantham village.

Areas to Stay In

  1. Bantham Village: Staying in Bantham Village itself allows you to be within walking distance of the beach, as well as the local pub and shops. It's a perfect choice for a quiet and relaxing beach holiday.

  2. Kingsbridge: This nearby market town offers a wider range of accommodations and amenities, while still being just a short drive from Bantham Beach.

  3. Salcombe: A popular sailing destination, Salcombe is a picturesque harbor town located on the Kingsbridge Estuary. It offers various restaurants, shops, and accommodations with beautiful views of the surrounding area.

Beach Amenities

Bantham Beach offers several amenities to ensure your stay is comfortable and enjoyable:

  1. Car parking available near the beach
  2. Lifeguard service during peak season
  3. Toilets and shower facilities
  4. The Gastrobus - a unique food truck offering delicious snacks, hot drinks, and ice cream
  5. Surfboard and wetsuit rentals at Bantham Surfing Academy
  6. Dog-friendly areas (restrictions apply during peak season)
  7. Accessible paths for those with limited mobility

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