Beach Weather in Sanna Bay, Ardnamurchan Penninsula, United Kingdom

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Beach Weather Today in Sanna Bay

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 3.0mm of light rain. Expect overcast skies and very little possibility of sunshine with an average cloud cover of 95%.

The winds will be cross-on shore and extremely strong at 54kmh from the South-Southwest. The strong winds will make the temperatures feel even colder. The very strong onshore winds may make conditions rough for swimming.

Sanna Bay faces West and the sunset will be visible over the ocean to the West at 03:46 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 Sanna Bay

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 1.0mm rain on those days. Saturday will have 1.5mm of rain and Sunday will have 0.5mm of rain. Expect overcast skies and very little possibility of sunshine with an average cloud cover of 99%.

SANNA BAY - BEACH WEATHER FORECAST

Fri 19th December
12 AM 3 AM 6 AM 9 AM 12 PM 3 PM 6 PM 9 PM
100% 100% 89% 100% 80% 95% 100% 100%
0.3mm 0.4mm 0.7mm 0.7mm 0.4mm 0.3mm 0.1mm 0.1mm
Sat 20th December
12 AM 3 AM 6 AM 9 AM 12 PM 3 PM 6 PM 9 PM
100% 100% 100% 100% 100% 100% 100% 100%
0.0mm 0.0mm 0.1mm 0.2mm 0.2mm 0.2mm 0.6mm 0.2mm
Sun 21st December
12 AM 3 AM 6 AM 9 AM 12 PM 3 PM 6 PM 9 PM
100% 100% 100% 100% 100% 87% 100% 100%
0.0mm 0.4mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.1mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm
10°
10°
10°
10°
10°
10°
10°
10°
Mon 22nd December
12 AM 3 AM 6 AM 9 AM 12 PM 3 PM 6 PM 9 PM
100% 100% 97% 43% 100% 100% 100% 41%
0.0mm 0.3mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm
10°
10°
10°
10°
10°
10°
10°
10°
Tue 23rd December
12 AM 3 AM 6 AM 9 AM 12 PM 3 PM 6 PM 9 PM
100% 100% 70% 100% 100% 100% 100% 100%
0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.1mm 0.4mm 0.4mm 0.3mm 0.1mm
10°
10°
10°
10°
10°
10°
10°
10°
Wed 24th December
12 AM 3 AM 6 AM 9 AM 12 PM 3 PM 6 PM 9 PM
100% 100% 100% 81% 5% 10% 5% 0%
0.2mm 0.1mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm
10°
10°
10°
10°
10°
10°
10°
10°
Thu 25th December
12 AM 3 AM 6 AM 9 AM 12 PM 3 PM 6 PM 9 PM
0% 0% 0% 0% 0% 18% 14% 32%
0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm
10°
10°
10°
10°
10°
10°
10°
10°
Fri 19th December
12 AM 3 AM 6 AM 9 AM 12 PM 3 PM 6 PM 9 PM
51
kmh
54
kmh
51
kmh
52
kmh
51
kmh
46
kmh
40
kmh
42
kmh
2.3m
2.2m
1.8m
2.0m
1.8m
1.8m
1.3m
1.9m
17.6s 17.2s 15.9s 15.6s 15.5s 15.4s 14.6s 14.6s
Sat 20th December
12 AM 3 AM 6 AM 9 AM 12 PM 3 PM 6 PM 9 PM
44
kmh
43
kmh
45
kmh
55
kmh
63
kmh
57
kmh
33
kmh
45
kmh
1.4m
1.7m
2.0m
2.4m
2.6m
2.4m
1.9m
0.8m
14.0s 13.1s 12.8s 11.6s 12.0s 12.1s 12.0s 11.1s
Sun 21st December
12 AM 3 AM 6 AM 9 AM 12 PM 3 PM 6 PM 9 PM
40
kmh
37
kmh
28
kmh
20
kmh
24
kmh
22
kmh
25
kmh
25
kmh
1.1m
0.3m
1.2m
1.0m
1.0m
0.9m
0.9m
0.9m
16.2s 17.1s 17.1s 17.1s 16.2s 15.8s 15.2s 14.7s
Mon 22nd December
12 AM 3 AM 6 AM 9 AM 12 PM 3 PM 6 PM 9 PM
27
kmh
27
kmh
26
kmh
35
kmh
36
kmh
32
kmh
34
kmh
30
kmh
1.0m
0.8m
0.8m
1.1m
1.7m
1.4m
1.4m
1.2m
14.3s 13.8s 13.2s 12.9s 12.2s 11.9s 11.7s 11.0s
Tue 23rd December
12 AM 3 AM 6 AM 9 AM 12 PM 3 PM 6 PM 9 PM
22
kmh
14
kmh
9
kmh
12
kmh
14
kmh
15
kmh
15
kmh
15
kmh
1.3m
1.1m
1.0m
0.9m
0.7m
0.7m
0.8m
1.0m
10.9s 10.8s 10.6s 4.7s 4.7s 14.5s 13.7s 13.2s
Wed 24th December
12 AM 3 AM 6 AM 9 AM 12 PM 3 PM 6 PM 9 PM
18
kmh
13
kmh
15
kmh
13
kmh
11
kmh
13
kmh
13
kmh
11
kmh
1.0m
1.0m
0.7m
0.8m
0.8m
0.6m
0.8m
0.8m
12.9s 12.3s 12.0s 12.3s 13.1s 11.9s 12.0s 11.9s
Thu 25th December
12 AM 3 AM 6 AM 9 AM 12 PM 3 PM 6 PM 9 PM
9
kmh
9
kmh
10
kmh
10
kmh
17
kmh
14
kmh
17
kmh
16
kmh
0.7m
0.7m
0.7m
0.7m
0.6m
0.5m
0.4m
0.6m
11.7s 11.2s 11.0s 11.0s 11.3s 11.7s 10.1s 10.1s
Fri 19th December
5:24 AM 11:39 AM 5:35 PM
4.27 1.59 4.19
Sat 20th December
12:02 AM 5:58 AM 12:17 PM 6:08 PM
1.46 4.39 1.52 4.25
Sun 21st December
12:36 AM 6:32 AM 12:54 PM 6:41 PM
1.39 4.45 1.47 4.27
Mon 22nd December
1:11 AM 7:06 AM 1:31 PM 7:15 PM
1.35 4.47 1.46 4.24
Tue 23rd December
1:46 AM 7:40 AM 2:08 PM 7:49 PM
1.35 4.44 1.47 4.17
Wed 24th December
2:22 AM 8:15 AM 2:46 PM 8:26 PM
1.38 4.36 1.51 4.06
Thu 25th December
3:01 AM 8:54 AM 3:27 PM 9:06 PM
1.45 4.26 1.57 3.93
Fri 19th December
3.0mm
32kmh WSW
95%
Sat 20th December
1.5mm
31kmh SE
100%
Sun 21st December
0.5mm
12kmh E
98%
Mon 22nd December
0.3mm
18kmh ESE
85%
Tue 23rd December
1.3mm
5kmh NE
96%
Wed 24th December
0.3mm
5kmh E
50%
Thu 25th December
0.0mm
6kmh SE
8%
Fri 26th December
0.0mm
4kmh NNE
70%
Sat 27th December
0.0mm
4kmh ESE
0%
Sun 28th December
0.0mm
5kmh E
9%
Mon 29th December
0.0mm
4kmh ESE
8%
Tue 30th December
0.0mm
4kmh E
0%
Wed 31st December
0.0mm
6kmh E
29%
Thu 1st January
0.0mm
9kmh ESE
19%

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 6 days of very light rain with an average of 1.2mm rain on those days. Average cloud cover will be 48%.

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

Taking a Holiday at Sanna Bay, Ardnamurchan Penninsula, Scotland, United Kingdom

Taking a holiday at Sanna Bay, located on the Ardnamurchan Peninsula in Scotland, United Kingdom, is an excellent choice for beach aficionados looking to experience the breathtaking beauty of Scotland's rugged coastline. Sanna Bay offers a serene and picturesque escape from the hustle and bustle of everyday life, allowing visitors to unwind and enjoy the stunning natural surroundings.

Beach Type

Sanna Bay is known for its pristine white sand beaches that contrast beautifully with the crystal-clear turquoise waters of the North Atlantic. The beach is made up of a mix of fine powdery sand and small pebbles, providing a comfortable surface for sunbathing and beachcombing. The coastline is also characterized by rocky outcrops and hidden coves, perfect for exploring or finding a secluded spot to relax.

These rocky areas are ideal for snorkeling and diving enthusiasts as they offer interesting underwater landscapes teeming with marine life. Fish and other sea creatures prefer these environments due to the shelter provided by rocks and reefs.

Beach Activities

At Sanna Bay, visitors can enjoy a variety of beach activities that showcase the unique beauty of the Scottish coast. Some popular activities include:

  • Swimming: The clear waters are perfect for taking a refreshing dip when weather permits.
  • Wildlife watching: Spot seals, dolphins, or even whales along this stretch of coastline.
  • Birdwatching: Sanna Bay is home to numerous bird species like oystercatchers, gannets, and puffins.
  • Hiking: Explore coastal trails that offer stunning views of both land and sea.
  • Photography: Capture unforgettable memories amidst dramatic landscapes.

Accommodations

Although there are no hotels or beach resorts directly on Sanna Bay itself due to its remote location, visitors can find various accommodations within Ardnamurchan Peninsula. Options range from camping sites such as Ardnamurchan Campsite in Kilchoan to cozy bed & breakfasts like The Ardnamurchan Bunkhouse or Glenborrodale Castle.

Areas to Stay In

When staying near Sanna Bay, consider basing yourself in the nearby village of Kilchoan. As the most westerly village on the British mainland, Kilchoan offers a unique and secluded experience. It also provides access to local amenities like shops, restaurants, and pubs. Alternatively, staying in more central locations like Acharacle or Strontian will give you easier access to other attractions on the peninsula while still being within a reasonable distance of Sanna Bay.

Beach Amenities

Sanna Bay is quite remote and unspoiled, which means there are limited amenities available directly on the beach. However, visitors can find basic facilities like public toilets and car parking at the nearby Sanna Bay Car Park situated just a short walk from the beach. Additionally, as mentioned earlier, local amenities like shops and restaurants can be found in nearby villages such as Kilchoan.

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