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 13.7mm of rain. Expect overcast skies and very little possibility of sunshine with an average cloud cover of 100%.

The winds will be cross-on shore and extremely strong at 74kmh from the North-Northwest. The strong winds will make the temperatures feel even colder. The very strong onshore winds may make conditions rough for swimming.

Woolacombe Beach faces West and the sunset will be visible over the ocean to the West at 04:29 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 2 days of very light rain with an average of 1.3mm rain on those days. Saturday will have 0.7mm of rain and Sunday will have 1.9mm of rain. Expect only occasional sunny spells and lots of clouds with an average cloud cover of 72%.

WOOLACOMBE BEACH - BEACH WEATHER FORECAST

Thu 8th January
12 AM 3 AM 6 AM 9 AM 12 PM 3 PM 6 PM 9 PM
10°
100% 100% 100% 100% 100% 100% 100% 100%
0.1mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.4mm 1.6mm 6.5mm 0.9mm 4.2mm
Fri 9th January
12 AM 3 AM 6 AM 9 AM 12 PM 3 PM 6 PM 9 PM
100% 77% 100% 75% 77% 84% 70% 70%
0.7mm 0.1mm 0.3mm 0.1mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.1mm 0.0mm
Sat 10th January
12 AM 3 AM 6 AM 9 AM 12 PM 3 PM 6 PM 9 PM
73% 76% 82% 88% 57% 86% 84% 85%
0.1mm 0.0mm 0.1mm 0.2mm 0.2mm 0.1mm 0.0mm 0.0mm
Sun 11th January
12 AM 3 AM 6 AM 9 AM 12 PM 3 PM 6 PM 9 PM
67% 5% 5% 100% 72% 72% 100% 100%
0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.3mm 1.6mm
Mon 12th January
12 AM 3 AM 6 AM 9 AM 12 PM 3 PM 6 PM 9 PM
10° 10° 10° 10°
100% 62% 73% 82% 29% 44% 100% 100%
0.3mm 0.1mm 0.1mm 0.1mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.8mm
Tue 13th January
12 AM 3 AM 6 AM 9 AM 12 PM 3 PM 6 PM 9 PM
10° 10° 10°
100% 21% 25% 59% 88% 72% 38% 62%
1.1mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.2mm 0.0mm 0.0mm
Wed 14th January
12 AM 3 AM 6 AM 9 AM 12 PM 3 PM 6 PM 9 PM
10°
100% 100% 78% 64% 84% 100% 100% 100%
0.0mm 0.0mm 0.1mm 0.1mm 0.1mm 0.0mm 1.3mm 0.4mm
Thu 8th January
12 AM 3 AM 6 AM 9 AM 12 PM 3 PM 6 PM 9 PM
36
kmh
32
kmh
18
kmh
8
kmh
30
kmh
29
kmh
26
kmh
74
kmh
1.2m
1.1m
0.7m
0.1m
1.2m
1.1m
0.7m
4.0m
17.7s 17.7s 17.6s 8.5s 8.5s 8.4s 9.1s 8.0s
Fri 9th January
12 AM 3 AM 6 AM 9 AM 12 PM 3 PM 6 PM 9 PM
64
kmh
53
kmh
49
kmh
44
kmh
48
kmh
46
kmh
46
kmh
46
kmh
3.1m
2.6m
2.2m
2.4m
2.3m
1.7m
1.5m
1.4m
9.5s 8.7s 8.1s 7.9s 7.9s 10.8s 11.1s 12.3s
Sat 10th January
12 AM 3 AM 6 AM 9 AM 12 PM 3 PM 6 PM 9 PM
41
kmh
40
kmh
37
kmh
40
kmh
38
kmh
35
kmh
26
kmh
14
kmh
1.5m
1.8m
1.5m
1.2m
0.7m
0.4m
0.2m
0.3m
12.8s 12.9s 12.6s 12.2s 12.0s 11.7s 11.1s 10.9s
Sun 11th January
12 AM 3 AM 6 AM 9 AM 12 PM 3 PM 6 PM 9 PM
1
kmh
15
kmh
24
kmh
35
kmh
38
kmh
45
kmh
57
kmh
52
kmh
0.5m
0.8m
0.9m
1.6m
1.8m
1.4m
1.5m
1.0m
10.7s 10.3s 10.0s 6.9s 7.2s 8.6s 15.2s 15.2s
Mon 12th January
12 AM 3 AM 6 AM 9 AM 12 PM 3 PM 6 PM 9 PM
23
kmh
25
kmh
22
kmh
21
kmh
21
kmh
23
kmh
26
kmh
30
kmh
0.9m
0.9m
1.1m
1.2m
0.9m
0.8m
1.1m
1.2m
9.3s 10.2s 11.2s 11.4s 11.8s 11.7s 11.7s 11.6s
Tue 13th January
12 AM 3 AM 6 AM 9 AM 12 PM 3 PM 6 PM 9 PM
35
kmh
21
kmh
21
kmh
22
kmh
21
kmh
18
kmh
15
kmh
18
kmh
1.2m
1.1m
1.3m
1.1m
1.0m
0.8m
0.6m
0.5m
11.3s 11.4s 11.9s 12.8s 12.5s 12.0s 11.8s 11.7s
Wed 14th January
12 AM 3 AM 6 AM 9 AM 12 PM 3 PM 6 PM 9 PM
20
kmh
22
kmh
25
kmh
25
kmh
26
kmh
31
kmh
45
kmh
30
kmh
0.4m
0.7m
0.7m
0.8m
0.8m
0.7m
0.9m
0.9m
11.6s 11.3s 14.2s 13.3s 12.7s 12.3s 11.8s 11.7s
Thu 8th January
2:48 AM 9:02 AM 3:16 PM 9:24 PM
-0.15 6.59 -0.04 6.04
Fri 9th January
3:29 AM 9:45 AM 3:59 PM 10:08 PM
0.20 6.16 0.37 5.62
Sat 10th January
4:14 AM 10:30 AM 4:45 PM 10:56 PM
0.62 5.67 0.80 5.19
Sun 11th January
5:03 AM 11:20 AM 5:37 PM 11:50 PM
1.04 5.18 1.21 4.81
Mon 12th January
6:02 AM 12:19 PM 6:39 PM
1.41 4.77 1.50
Tue 13th January
12:55 AM 7:12 AM 1:29 PM 7:50 PM
4.55 1.64 4.53 1.63
Wed 14th January
2:09 AM 8:27 AM 2:42 PM 8:59 PM
4.51 1.66 4.53 1.54
Thu 8th January
10°
13.7mm
27kmh ESE
100%
Fri 9th January
1.3mm
49kmh NW
81%
Sat 10th January
0.7mm
37kmh NW
78%
Sun 11th January
1.9mm
37kmh SE
65%
Mon 12th January
10°
1.4mm
22kmh S
73%
Tue 13th January
10°
1.3mm
23kmh S
58%
Wed 14th January
2.0mm
27kmh WSW
90%
Thu 15th January
2.3mm
23kmh SW
72%
Fri 16th January
1.6mm
29kmh SSW
71%
Sat 17th January
1.6mm
32kmh W
89%
Sun 18th January
3.3mm
15kmh NW
78%
Mon 19th January
1.8mm
33kmh ESE
75%
Tue 20th January
0.4mm
17kmh ESE
79%
Wed 21st January
0.0mm
12kmh SE
28%

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 13 days of light rain with an average of 2.6mm rain on those days. Average cloud cover will be 74%.

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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