Beach Weather in Crantock Bay, Cornwall, United Kingdom

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Beach Weather Today in Crantock Bay

Today the maximum temperature will be 10° which is too cold for sunbathing. Today the water temperature will be 11° which is very cold and bracing, it's not recommended you swim with out a full wet suit.

Today will have 1.0mm of very light rain. Expect only occasional sunny spells and lots of clouds with an average cloud cover of 74%.

The winds will be cross-on shore and extremely strong at 59kmh from the South West. The strong winds will make the temperatures feel colder. The very strong onshore winds may make conditions rough for swimming.

Crantock Bay faces Northwest and the sunset will be visible over the ocean to the West at 04:17 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 Crantock Bay

This weekend the average maximum daily temperatures will be 10° which is too cold for sunbathing. The average water temperature will be 13° which is cold for swimming, a full wet suit is required to spend any length of time in the sea.

There will be 2 days of very light rain with an average of 0.5mm rain on those days. Saturday will have 0.6mm of rain and Sunday will have 0.4mm of rain. Expect overcast skies and very little possibility of sunshine with an average cloud cover of 88%.

CRANTOCK BAY - BEACH WEATHER FORECAST

Fri 6th December
12 AM 3 AM 6 AM 9 AM 12 PM 3 PM 6 PM 9 PM
10° 10° 10° 10° 10° 13° 14°
35% 32% 55% 71% 100% 100% 100% 100%
0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.2mm 0.6mm 0.2mm
11°
11°
11°
11°
11°
11°
11°
11°
Sat 7th December
12 AM 3 AM 6 AM 9 AM 12 PM 3 PM 6 PM 9 PM
11°
96% 100% 100% 86% 83% 75% 71% 89%
0.1mm 0.2mm 0.1mm 0.1mm 0.1mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm
13°
13°
13°
13°
13°
13°
13°
13°
Sun 8th December
12 AM 3 AM 6 AM 9 AM 12 PM 3 PM 6 PM 9 PM
100% 83% 57% 90% 91% 100% 100% 100%
0.2mm 0.1mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.1mm 0.0mm 0.0mm
13°
13°
13°
13°
13°
13°
13°
13°
Mon 9th December
12 AM 3 AM 6 AM 9 AM 12 PM 3 PM 6 PM 9 PM
68% 56% 28% 23% 81% 72% 25% 71%
0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm
13°
13°
13°
13°
13°
13°
13°
13°
Tue 10th December
12 AM 3 AM 6 AM 9 AM 12 PM 3 PM 6 PM 9 PM
47% 47% 32% 16% 4% 10% 5% 17%
0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm
13°
13°
13°
13°
13°
13°
13°
13°
Wed 11th December
12 AM 3 AM 6 AM 9 AM 12 PM 3 PM 6 PM 9 PM
2% 88% 81% 0% 0% 4% 6% 3%
0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm
13°
13°
13°
13°
13°
13°
13°
13°
Thu 12th December
12 AM 3 AM 6 AM 9 AM 12 PM 3 PM 6 PM 9 PM
4% 15% 23% 13% 21% 67% 65% 100%
0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm
13°
13°
13°
13°
13°
13°
13°
13°
Fri 6th December
12 AM 3 AM 6 AM 9 AM 12 PM 3 PM 6 PM 9 PM
41
kmh
31
kmh
15
kmh
12
kmh
30
kmh
41
kmh
46
kmh
59
kmh
1.4m
1.0m
0.4m
0.3m
1.1m
1.5m
1.8m
2.6m
10.7s 11.4s 11.7s 11.8s 11.8s 11.7s 11.4s 6.9s
Sat 7th December
12 AM 3 AM 6 AM 9 AM 12 PM 3 PM 6 PM 9 PM
66
kmh
72
kmh
70
kmh
72
kmh
77
kmh
80
kmh
76
kmh
73
kmh
2.9m
3.4m
3.3m
3.6m
3.9m
4.0m
3.8m
3.5m
6.9s 12.2s 12.8s 12.7s 12.7s 12.0s 11.4s 11.0s
Sun 8th December
12 AM 3 AM 6 AM 9 AM 12 PM 3 PM 6 PM 9 PM
69
kmh
71
kmh
66
kmh
63
kmh
61
kmh
59
kmh
54
kmh
47
kmh
3.1m
3.2m
3.0m
2.8m
2.5m
2.4m
2.2m
2.4m
10.6s 10.5s 10.4s 11.4s 11.3s 11.1s 11.2s 11.0s
Mon 9th December
12 AM 3 AM 6 AM 9 AM 12 PM 3 PM 6 PM 9 PM
40
kmh
41
kmh
40
kmh
40
kmh
40
kmh
41
kmh
42
kmh
40
kmh
2.1m
1.9m
1.9m
1.8m
1.6m
1.6m
1.7m
1.6m
10.9s 10.9s 10.9s 10.8s 10.7s 10.5s 10.1s 14.6s
Tue 10th December
12 AM 3 AM 6 AM 9 AM 12 PM 3 PM 6 PM 9 PM
37
kmh
35
kmh
35
kmh
35
kmh
33
kmh
32
kmh
30
kmh
30
kmh
1.5m
1.5m
1.7m
1.6m
1.6m
1.7m
1.6m
1.5m
14.4s 13.9s 13.5s 13.3s 13.2s 13.2s 13.1s 13.1s
Wed 11th December
12 AM 3 AM 6 AM 9 AM 12 PM 3 PM 6 PM 9 PM
27
kmh
22
kmh
22
kmh
24
kmh
22
kmh
21
kmh
21
kmh
19
kmh
1.6m
1.6m
1.6m
1.6m
1.5m
1.5m
1.6m
1.7m
12.9s 12.5s 12.2s 12.0s 11.8s 11.6s 11.4s 11.2s
Thu 12th December
12 AM 3 AM 6 AM 9 AM 12 PM 3 PM 6 PM 9 PM
19
kmh
21
kmh
20
kmh
22
kmh
25
kmh
25
kmh
26
kmh
26
kmh
1.5m
1.6m
1.5m
1.3m
1.1m
1.1m
1.2m
1.7m
11.0s 10.9s 10.7s 10.4s 10.3s 10.5s 10.9s 17.5s
Fri 6th December
2:02 AM 8:02 AM 2:32 PM 8:27 PM
1.48 6.15 1.50 5.80
Sat 7th December
2:50 AM 8:52 AM 3:25 PM 9:21 PM
1.64 5.98 1.62 5.60
Sun 8th December
3:46 AM 9:49 AM 4:24 PM 10:25 PM
1.78 5.83 1.71 5.47
Mon 9th December
4:48 AM 10:56 AM 5:30 PM 11:35 PM
1.86 5.75 1.71 5.48
Tue 10th December
5:56 AM 12:07 PM 6:38 PM
1.83 5.80 1.62
Wed 11th December
12:47 AM 7:06 AM 1:17 PM 7:45 PM
5.66 1.68 5.98 1.44
Thu 12th December
1:54 AM 8:13 AM 2:20 PM 8:47 PM
5.95 1.42 6.24 1.23
Fri 6th December
13°
1.0mm
26kmh S
74%
Sat 7th December
0.6mm
75kmh NW
87%
Sun 8th December
0.4mm
59kmh N
90%
Mon 9th December
0.0mm
35kmh NE
53%
Tue 10th December
0.0mm
31kmh ENE
22%
Wed 11th December
0.0mm
19kmh ENE
23%
Thu 12th December
0.0mm
23kmh E
38%
Fri 13th December
0.2mm
27kmh E
74%
Sat 14th December
0.0mm
10kmh ENE
68%
Sun 15th December
0.0mm
12kmh NW
46%
Mon 16th December
0.0mm
6kmh SE
10%
Tue 17th December
0.0mm
35kmh SE
46%
Wed 18th December
10°
0.2mm
46kmh SE
97%
Thu 19th December
0.0mm
37kmh SE
54%

In the next 14 days average maximum daily temperatures will be which is too cold for sunbathing. The average water temperature will be 13° which is very cold and bracing, it's not recommended you swim with out a full wet suit. There will be 5 days of very light rain with an average of 0.5mm rain on those days. Average cloud cover will be 56%.

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

Taking a Holiday at Crantock Bay, Cornwall, England, United Kingdom

Crantock Bay is a beautiful beach located in Cornwall, England, United Kingdom. This picturesque destination offers the perfect blend of relaxation and adventure for holidaymakers looking to experience the best of British coastal beauty. With a variety of beach activities and amenities, as well as nearby accommodations, Crantock Bay is an ideal choice for those seeking a memorable beach holiday.

Beach Type

Crantock Bay features a stunning stretch of golden sand surrounded by dramatic cliffs and sand dunes. The beach itself is wide and sandy, with some areas of pebbles and rocks scattered along the shoreline. These rocky areas make it an interesting spot for snorkeling and diving enthusiasts, as they provide shelter for various marine life forms that prefer rocky environments.

Beach Activities

Crantock Bay offers a wide range of beach activities that cater to different interests and age groups. Some popular activities include:

  1. Surfing: The beach is known for its excellent surf conditions, attracting both beginners and experienced surfers.
  2. Bodyboarding: The consistent waves at Crantock Bay make it ideal for bodyboarding enthusiasts.
  3. Paddleboarding: Explore the calm waters around Crantock Bay on a stand-up paddleboard.
  4. Snorkeling & Diving: As mentioned earlier, the rocky areas around the bay are perfect for underwater exploration.
  5. Beachcombing: Take a leisurely stroll along the shore to discover interesting shells, sea glass, and other treasures.
  6. Rock Pooling: Search for fascinating marine creatures in the rock pools dotted along the shoreline.

Accommodations

While there are no specific beach resorts at Crantock Bay itself, there are several hotels, guest houses, and self-catering accommodations available in nearby towns such as Newquay or within Crantock village.

Areas to Stay In

  1. Crantock Village: The charming village of Crantock is just a short walk from the beach and offers a variety of accommodations, including quaint cottages and bed & breakfasts.
  2. Newquay: Located approximately 3 miles from Crantock Bay, Newquay is a popular tourist destination with a wide range of hotels, guest houses, and self-catering apartments to suit all budgets.

Beach Amenities

Crantock Bay offers several amenities to ensure visitors have a comfortable and enjoyable time at the beach. These include:

  • Lifeguard services during the summer months
  • Toilet facilities
  • Beach shop for snacks, ice cream, and beach essentials
  • Car park within walking distance
  • Disabled access via a sand wheelchair (available for hire)
  • Dog-friendly areas during certain times of the year

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