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 extremely cold and not suitable for swimming. Taking a dip at this temperature would risk hypothermia.

Today will have 2.9mm of light rain. Expect only occasional sunny spells and lots of clouds with an average cloud cover of 75%.

The winds will be cross-off shore and strong at 31kmh from the South East. The strong winds will make the temperatures feel even colder.

Woolacombe Beach faces West and the sunset will be visible over the ocean to the West at 05:03 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 extremely cold and not suitable for swimming. Taking a dip at this temperature would risk hypothermia.

There will be 2 days of very light rain with an average of 0.8mm rain on those days. Saturday will have 0.5mm of rain and Sunday will have 1.1mm of rain. Expect only occasional sunny spells and lots of clouds with an average cloud cover of 76%.

WOOLACOMBE BEACH - BEACH WEATHER FORECAST

Thu 29th January
12 AM 3 AM 6 AM 9 AM 12 PM 3 PM 6 PM 9 PM
20% 70% 71% 93% 75% 72% 100% 100%
0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 2.8mm 0.1mm
Fri 30th January
12 AM 3 AM 6 AM 9 AM 12 PM 3 PM 6 PM 9 PM
17% 63% 52% 6% 10% 100% 82% 100%
0.0mm 0.0mm 0.1mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 1.5mm 0.1mm 0.0mm
Sat 31st January
12 AM 3 AM 6 AM 9 AM 12 PM 3 PM 6 PM 9 PM
96% 100% 76% 84% 15% 89% 63% 100%
0.0mm 0.1mm 0.0mm 0.1mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.1mm 0.2mm
Sun 1st February
12 AM 3 AM 6 AM 9 AM 12 PM 3 PM 6 PM 9 PM
100% 85% 58% 71% 17% 67% 100% 100%
0.6mm 0.1mm 0.3mm 0.1mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm
Mon 2nd February
12 AM 3 AM 6 AM 9 AM 12 PM 3 PM 6 PM 9 PM
99% 100% 100% 100% 83% 100% 100% 100%
0.0mm 0.1mm 0.3mm 1.7mm 0.5mm 0.2mm 0.0mm 0.0mm
Tue 3rd February
12 AM 3 AM 6 AM 9 AM 12 PM 3 PM 6 PM 9 PM
100% 89% 70% 86% 85% 4% 9% 0%
0.0mm 0.0mm 0.1mm 0.1mm 0.1mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm
Wed 4th February
12 AM 3 AM 6 AM 9 AM 12 PM 3 PM 6 PM 9 PM
0% 0% 23% 12% 92% 33% 36% 57%
0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm
Thu 29th January
12 AM 3 AM 6 AM 9 AM 12 PM 3 PM 6 PM 9 PM
18
kmh
28
kmh
31
kmh
31
kmh
30
kmh
30
kmh
28
kmh
20
kmh
1.1m
1.1m
1.1m
1.1m
1.1m
1.1m
1.3m
0.6m
16.1s 16.0s 15.6s 14.7s 14.4s 13.9s 13.2s 13.0s
Fri 30th January
12 AM 3 AM 6 AM 9 AM 12 PM 3 PM 6 PM 9 PM
19
kmh
23
kmh
19
kmh
18
kmh
27
kmh
26
kmh
23
kmh
10
kmh
0.7m
0.9m
0.9m
0.8m
1.0m
1.0m
0.3m
0.8m
12.6s 12.0s 12.0s 18.3s 17.8s 17.4s 17.1s 16.8s
Sat 31st January
12 AM 3 AM 6 AM 9 AM 12 PM 3 PM 6 PM 9 PM
10
kmh
23
kmh
23
kmh
25
kmh
23
kmh
21
kmh
24
kmh
26
kmh
1.3m
1.0m
0.9m
0.8m
0.7m
0.8m
0.5m
0.4m
15.8s 15.7s 15.5s 15.4s 15.5s 15.3s 15.0s 14.7s
Sun 1st February
12 AM 3 AM 6 AM 9 AM 12 PM 3 PM 6 PM 9 PM
42
kmh
31
kmh
40
kmh
33
kmh
24
kmh
23
kmh
22
kmh
32
kmh
0.3m
0.1m
0.1m
0.2m
0.2m
0.2m
0.4m
0.8m
14.4s 14.2s 14.0s 13.4s 13.2s 13.1s 13.1s 13.6s
Mon 2nd February
12 AM 3 AM 6 AM 9 AM 12 PM 3 PM 6 PM 9 PM
36
kmh
35
kmh
35
kmh
3
kmh
16
kmh
23
kmh
24
kmh
15
kmh
1.0m
0.9m
0.9m
1.4m
1.3m
1.2m
0.6m
0.5m
16.0s 15.9s 15.7s 14.7s 14.5s 14.5s 14.3s 13.8s
Tue 3rd February
12 AM 3 AM 6 AM 9 AM 12 PM 3 PM 6 PM 9 PM
11
kmh
20
kmh
19
kmh
21
kmh
26
kmh
22
kmh
18
kmh
17
kmh
0.4m
1.5m
1.5m
0.9m
0.7m
0.7m
0.8m
0.8m
13.4s 16.9s 16.2s 16.0s 16.0s 15.7s 15.1s 14.8s
Wed 4th February
12 AM 3 AM 6 AM 9 AM 12 PM 3 PM 6 PM 9 PM
18
kmh
17
kmh
16
kmh
22
kmh
29
kmh
26
kmh
24
kmh
30
kmh
0.8m
0.8m
0.8m
0.7m
0.7m
0.8m
0.9m
0.8m
14.5s 14.4s 14.2s 13.4s 13.1s 13.0s 12.9s 12.2s
Thu 29th January
2:04 AM 8:29 AM 2:44 PM 9:06 PM
5.34 0.82 5.43 0.72
Fri 30th January
3:19 AM 9:44 AM 3:54 PM 10:12 PM
5.67 0.46 5.78 0.33
Sat 31st January
4:22 AM 10:44 AM 4:51 PM 11:06 PM
6.16 -0.01 6.22 -0.10
Sun 1st February
5:14 AM 11:34 AM 5:39 PM 11:51 PM
6.66 -0.43 6.61 -0.47
Mon 2nd February
6:00 AM 12:18 PM 6:22 PM
7.06 -0.73 6.88
Tue 3rd February
12:32 AM 6:41 AM 12:57 PM 7:02 PM
-0.71 7.28 -0.87 6.98
Wed 4th February
1:10 AM 7:20 AM 1:34 PM 7:40 PM
-0.78 7.31 -0.82 6.91
Thu 29th January
2.9mm
30kmh SE
75%
Fri 30th January
1.7mm
25kmh ESE
53%
Sat 31st January
0.5mm
23kmh W
77%
Sun 1st February
1.1mm
25kmh WSW
74%
Mon 2nd February
2.8mm
10kmh WNW
97%
Tue 3rd February
0.3mm
26kmh W
55%
Wed 4th February
0.0mm
31kmh SE
31%
Thu 5th February
0.5mm
39kmh ESE
100%
Fri 6th February
0.9mm
33kmh E
99%
Sat 7th February
0.3mm
35kmh E
98%
Sun 8th February
0.0mm
44kmh NE
88%
Mon 9th February
0.4mm
29kmh NNE
95%
Tue 10th February
0.8mm
27kmh ENE
100%
Wed 11th February
0.3mm
28kmh ENE
98%

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 extremely cold and not suitable for swimming. Taking a dip at this temperature would risk hypothermia. There will be 12 days of very light rain with an average of 1.0mm rain on those days. Average cloud cover will be 81%.

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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