Beach Weather in Woolacombe Beach, Devon, United Kingdom

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Beach Weather Today in Woolacombe 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 1.4mm of very light rain. Expect overcast skies and very little possibility of sunshine with an average cloud cover of 87%.

The winds will be cross-on shore and strong at 32kmh from the South. The strong winds will make the temperatures feel even colder. The strong onshore winds may make conditions rougher for swimming.

Woolacombe Beach faces West and the sunset will be visible over the ocean to the West at 05:06 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 Woolacombe Beach

This weekend the average maximum daily temperatures will be which is too cold for sunbathing. The average water temperature will be 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 plentiful sunshine and mostly clear blue skies with an average cloud cover of 11%.

WOOLACOMBE BEACH - BEACH WEATHER FORECAST

Fri 31st January
12 AM 3 AM 6 AM 9 AM 12 PM 3 PM 6 PM 9 PM
26% 100% 78% 100% 97% 100% 100% 100%
0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 1.0mm 0.1mm 0.1mm 0.1mm 0.1mm
Sat 1st February
12 AM 3 AM 6 AM 9 AM 12 PM 3 PM 6 PM 9 PM
100% 27% 27% 4% 0% 0% 0% 0%
0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm
Sun 2nd February
12 AM 3 AM 6 AM 9 AM 12 PM 3 PM 6 PM 9 PM
1% 6% 2% 0% 0% 7% 13% 0%
0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm
Mon 3rd February
12 AM 3 AM 6 AM 9 AM 12 PM 3 PM 6 PM 9 PM
0% 0% 3% 2% 14% 9% 30% 100%
0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm
Tue 4th February
12 AM 3 AM 6 AM 9 AM 12 PM 3 PM 6 PM 9 PM
95% 82% 100% 100% 100% 85% 2% 0%
0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.8mm 0.7mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm
Wed 5th February
12 AM 3 AM 6 AM 9 AM 12 PM 3 PM 6 PM 9 PM
5% 0% 0% 0% 2% 6% 0% 0%
0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm
Thu 6th February
12 AM 3 AM 6 AM 9 AM 12 PM 3 PM 6 PM 9 PM
0% 0% 0% 0% 0% 0% 86% 81%
0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm
Fri 31st January
12 AM 3 AM 6 AM 9 AM 12 PM 3 PM 6 PM 9 PM
13
kmh
14
kmh
19
kmh
22
kmh
32
kmh
30
kmh
26
kmh
24
kmh
0.2m
0.3m
0.5m
1.4m
1.3m
1.2m
1.5m
0.4m
12.9s 12.3s 11.9s 11.8s 11.4s 11.1s 11.9s 11.8s
Sat 1st February
12 AM 3 AM 6 AM 9 AM 12 PM 3 PM 6 PM 9 PM
23
kmh
20
kmh
14
kmh
14
kmh
21
kmh
18
kmh
19
kmh
18
kmh
0.4m
0.3m
0.4m
0.4m
0.4m
0.4m
0.7m
0.7m
11.8s 11.8s 11.8s 11.8s 11.8s 11.7s 8.7s 8.7s
Sun 2nd February
12 AM 3 AM 6 AM 9 AM 12 PM 3 PM 6 PM 9 PM
15
kmh
15
kmh
13
kmh
14
kmh
14
kmh
9
kmh
10
kmh
14
kmh
1.5m
0.6m
0.7m
0.7m
0.6m
0.4m
0.5m
0.5m
8.9s 12.4s 14.7s 15.0s 15.4s 15.2s 14.8s 14.9s
Mon 3rd February
12 AM 3 AM 6 AM 9 AM 12 PM 3 PM 6 PM 9 PM
16
kmh
13
kmh
17
kmh
17
kmh
20
kmh
19
kmh
21
kmh
26
kmh
0.4m
0.3m
0.4m
0.3m
0.1m
0.1m
0.1m
0.2m
15.4s 15.5s 15.1s 14.8s 14.5s 14.3s 14.2s 14.2s
Tue 4th February
12 AM 3 AM 6 AM 9 AM 12 PM 3 PM 6 PM 9 PM
28
kmh
29
kmh
31
kmh
32
kmh
49
kmh
36
kmh
33
kmh
29
kmh
0.4m
0.5m
0.6m
0.7m
0.9m
0.8m
0.7m
0.6m
14.3s 15.0s 16.0s 15.9s 15.8s 15.7s 14.9s 14.5s
Wed 5th February
12 AM 3 AM 6 AM 9 AM 12 PM 3 PM 6 PM 9 PM
29
kmh
27
kmh
26
kmh
22
kmh
21
kmh
17
kmh
18
kmh
15
kmh
0.7m
0.8m
0.8m
0.9m
1.0m
0.9m
0.9m
0.8m
14.3s 14.2s 13.8s 13.4s 13.2s 13.1s 13.0s 12.8s
Thu 6th February
12 AM 3 AM 6 AM 9 AM 12 PM 3 PM 6 PM 9 PM
11
kmh
13
kmh
14
kmh
19
kmh
23
kmh
23
kmh
20
kmh
19
kmh
0.6m
0.7m
0.6m
0.7m
0.7m
0.7m
0.7m
0.8m
11.9s 11.9s 12.2s 12.2s 12.1s 12.0s 11.9s 11.8s
Fri 31st January
12:57 AM 7:14 AM 1:19 PM 7:33 PM
0.95 9.51 0.69 9.31
Sat 1st February
1:34 AM 7:52 AM 1:56 PM 8:11 PM
0.76 9.67 0.58 9.35
Sun 2nd February
2:10 AM 8:31 AM 2:32 PM 8:49 PM
0.73 9.62 0.68 9.20
Mon 3rd February
2:46 AM 9:10 AM 3:11 PM 9:29 PM
0.90 9.35 0.98 8.85
Tue 4th February
3:26 AM 9:53 AM 3:53 PM 10:14 PM
1.27 8.88 1.48 8.33
Wed 5th February
4:12 AM 10:42 AM 4:44 PM 11:06 PM
1.82 8.24 2.11 7.73
Thu 6th February
5:09 AM 11:44 AM 5:49 PM
2.45 7.57 2.72
Fri 31st January
1.4mm
30kmh S
87%
Sat 1st February
0.0mm
21kmh SSE
19%
Sun 2nd February
0.0mm
14kmh ESE
3%
Mon 3rd February
0.0mm
19kmh S
19%
Tue 4th February
1.5mm
47kmh NNW
70%
Wed 5th February
0.0mm
20kmh N
1%
Thu 6th February
0.0mm
22kmh ENE
20%
Fri 7th February
0.0mm
14kmh E
11%
Sat 8th February
0.0mm
40kmh E
8%
Sun 9th February
0.4mm
31kmh SSE
36%
Mon 10th February
0.0mm
32kmh E
1%
Tue 11th February
0.0mm
28kmh ESE
1%
Wed 12th February
0.0mm
31kmh ESE
14%
Thu 13th February
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In the next 14 days average maximum daily temperatures will be which is too cold for sunbathing. The average water temperature will be which is very cold and bracing, it's not recommended you swim with out a full wet suit. There will be 3 days of very light rain with an average of 1.1mm rain on those days. Average cloud cover will be 22%.

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

Taking a Holiday at Woolacombe Beach, Devon, England, United Kingdom

Woolacombe Beach, located in Devon, England, United Kingdom, is a popular destination for holidaymakers looking to enjoy the beautiful coastline and picturesque surroundings. This award-winning beach offers a range of activities and amenities, making it an ideal choice for a relaxing and enjoyable vacation.

Beach Type

Woolacombe Beach is known for its golden-yellow sand that stretches over 3 miles. The sand is soft and fine, making it perfect for sunbathing and building sandcastles. While the beach does not have rocks or a reef directly offshore, there are rock pools at either end of the beach that offer opportunities to explore marine life during low tide. For those interested in snorkeling or diving, nearby beaches such as Combesgate Beach and Barricane Beach have rocky areas that attract more diverse marine life.

Beach Activities

Some popular activities at Woolacombe Beach include:

  • Surfing: Woolacombe is well-known for its consistent waves, making it an ideal location for both beginner and experienced surfers. There are several surf schools in the area that offer lessons and equipment rentals.
  • Swimming: The calm waters at Woolacombe Beach make it a safe place for swimming. Lifeguards are on duty during the summer months to ensure swimmer safety.
  • Beach Volleyball: A designated area on the beach provides nets and space for visitors to enjoy a game of beach volleyball.
  • Horse Riding: Enjoy riding along the beautiful coastline with nearby equestrian centers offering beach horse riding experiences.
  • Coastal Walks: There are several scenic coastal walking trails near Woolacombe Beach that offer stunning views of the surrounding area.

Accommodations

While there aren't any beach resorts directly on Woolacombe Beach, there are several hotels, guesthouses, and self-catering accommodations within walking distance of the beach. Some popular options include:

Areas to Stay In

There are three main areas to consider staying in when visiting Woolacombe Beach:

  1. Woolacombe Village: This charming village is located just a short walk from the beach and offers a range of accommodations, as well as shops, restaurants, and pubs.
  2. Mortehoe: Located just north of Woolacombe, Mortehoe is a quaint village with stunning coastal views and several accommodation options.
  3. Ilfracombe: A larger town situated about 5 miles east of Woolacombe, Ilfracombe offers a greater variety of accommodations, restaurants, and attractions.

Beach Amenities

Woolacombe Beach offers a range of amenities for visitors to ensure a comfortable and enjoyable experience:

  • Toilets and changing facilities
  • On-duty lifeguards during the summer months
  • Beach cafes and food stands
  • Deckchair and beach equipment rentals
  • Surfboard and wetsuit rentals
  • Designated dog-friendly areas (restrictions apply during summer months)
  • Nearby pay-and-display parking lots

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