Beach Weather in Woolacombe Beach, Devon, United Kingdom

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Beach Weather Today in Woolacombe Beach

Today the maximum temperature will be 10° 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 be dry with no rain showers. Expect plentiful sunshine and mostly clear blue skies with an average cloud cover of 7%.

The winds will be cross-off shore and moderate at 16kmh from the North. The moderate winds will make the temperatures feel colder.

Woolacombe Beach faces West and the sunset will be visible over the ocean to the West at 06:31 PM. The skies should be very clear at that time, ideal for a sunset.

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 10° 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 no rainy days at all this weekend. Expect plentiful sunshine and mostly clear blue skies with an average cloud cover of 19%.

WOOLACOMBE BEACH - BEACH WEATHER FORECAST

Sat 21st March
12 AM 3 AM 6 AM 9 AM 12 PM 3 PM 6 PM 9 PM
11° 11° 10°
7% 8% 9% 10% 1% 2% 0% 20%
0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm
Sun 22nd March
12 AM 3 AM 6 AM 9 AM 12 PM 3 PM 6 PM 9 PM
10° 10° 10°
13% 17% 27% 8% 0% 0% 99% 92%
0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm
Mon 23rd March
12 AM 3 AM 6 AM 9 AM 12 PM 3 PM 6 PM 9 PM
10° 10°
18% 49% 19% 33% 30% 41% 79% 70%
0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm
Tue 24th March
12 AM 3 AM 6 AM 9 AM 12 PM 3 PM 6 PM 9 PM
10° 11° 11° 10°
53% 27% 19% 20% 10% 49% 100% 94%
0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm
Wed 25th March
12 AM 3 AM 6 AM 9 AM 12 PM 3 PM 6 PM 9 PM
20% 38% 75% 75% 78% 7% 81% 88%
0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.1mm 0.3mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm
Thu 26th March
12 AM 3 AM 6 AM 9 AM 12 PM 3 PM 6 PM 9 PM
53% 91% 52% 66% 82% 78% 13% 17%
0.0mm 0.0mm 0.1mm 0.1mm 0.0mm 0.1mm 0.0mm 0.0mm
Fri 27th March
12 AM 3 AM 6 AM 9 AM 12 PM 3 PM 6 PM 9 PM
31% 10% 29% 75% 38% 57% 100% 100%
0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm
Sat 21st March
12 AM 3 AM 6 AM 9 AM 12 PM 3 PM 6 PM 9 PM
10
kmh
11
kmh
12
kmh
14
kmh
16
kmh
15
kmh
9
kmh
8
kmh
0.5m
0.3m
0.4m
0.3m
0.5m
0.4m
0.5m
0.4m
10.5s 10.5s 10.3s 10.8s 11.9s 11.5s 11.2s 11.0s
Sun 22nd March
12 AM 3 AM 6 AM 9 AM 12 PM 3 PM 6 PM 9 PM
3
kmh
3
kmh
3
kmh
3
kmh
5
kmh
7
kmh
13
kmh
18
kmh
0.5m
0.5m
0.5m
0.4m
0.5m
0.4m
0.5m
0.6m
10.9s 9.9s 9.8s 11.4s 13.4s 12.3s 12.9s 12.5s
Mon 23rd March
12 AM 3 AM 6 AM 9 AM 12 PM 3 PM 6 PM 9 PM
11
kmh
14
kmh
11
kmh
8
kmh
7
kmh
5
kmh
5
kmh
14
kmh
0.5m
0.4m
0.4m
0.5m
0.3m
0.5m
0.5m
0.8m
12.0s 12.5s 12.5s 12.4s 12.4s 12.2s 12.0s 11.8s
Tue 24th March
12 AM 3 AM 6 AM 9 AM 12 PM 3 PM 6 PM 9 PM
21
kmh
18
kmh
23
kmh
31
kmh
37
kmh
40
kmh
38
kmh
27
kmh
1.0m
1.2m
1.4m
1.6m
1.8m
1.7m
1.2m
1.5m
11.6s 11.2s 11.0s 5.4s 5.4s 5.4s 20.0s 19.2s
Wed 25th March
12 AM 3 AM 6 AM 9 AM 12 PM 3 PM 6 PM 9 PM
34
kmh
32
kmh
38
kmh
41
kmh
51
kmh
44
kmh
47
kmh
45
kmh
1.6m
1.8m
2.0m
2.0m
1.9m
1.6m
1.8m
1.8m
19.2s 19.2s 19.2s 19.2s 19.2s 18.9s 13.0s 12.8s
Thu 26th March
12 AM 3 AM 6 AM 9 AM 12 PM 3 PM 6 PM 9 PM
39
kmh
38
kmh
38
kmh
36
kmh
36
kmh
37
kmh
39
kmh
30
kmh
1.6m
1.5m
1.4m
1.1m
1.2m
1.0m
1.5m
1.2m
12.4s 12.2s 12.1s 11.7s 11.6s 5.7s 11.3s 11.2s
Fri 27th March
12 AM 3 AM 6 AM 9 AM 12 PM 3 PM 6 PM 9 PM
26
kmh
23
kmh
21
kmh
16
kmh
13
kmh
15
kmh
15
kmh
13
kmh
1.0m
0.9m
0.9m
0.8m
0.8m
0.8m
0.8m
0.7m
11.1s 11.0s 10.9s 10.8s 10.5s 10.4s 10.3s 9.9s
Sat 21st March
1:02 AM 7:22 AM 1:21 PM 7:39 PM
0.41 9.76 0.36 9.54
Sun 22nd March
1:36 AM 7:59 AM 1:56 PM 8:16 PM
0.50 9.58 0.59 9.30
Mon 23rd March
2:11 AM 8:38 AM 2:32 PM 8:55 PM
0.80 9.18 1.05 8.85
Tue 24th March
2:50 AM 9:21 AM 3:13 PM 9:40 PM
1.32 8.55 1.70 8.22
Wed 25th March
3:37 AM 10:12 AM 4:05 PM 10:36 PM
2.01 7.78 2.45 7.51
Thu 26th March
4:40 AM 11:21 AM 5:20 PM 11:56 PM
2.76 7.05 3.15 6.95
Fri 27th March
6:29 AM 1:01 PM 7:20 PM
3.24 6.72 3.34
Sat 21st March
11°
0.0mm
13kmh ENE
7%
Sun 22nd March
10°
0.0mm
6kmh N
32%
Mon 23rd March
10°
0.0mm
5kmh ESE
42%
Tue 24th March
11°
0.0mm
35kmh SW
46%
Wed 25th March
0.4mm
49kmh WNW
57%
Thu 26th March
0.3mm
35kmh NNW
56%
Fri 27th March
0.0mm
14kmh NNW
55%
Sat 28th March
1.5mm
7kmh SSW
100%
Sun 29th March
0.0mm
23kmh ENE
28%
Mon 30th March
0.0mm
35kmh E
15%
Tue 31st March
10°
0.0mm
34kmh E
9%
Wed 1st April
11°
0.0mm
26kmh E
33%
Thu 2nd April
0.0mm
35kmh ENE
24%
Fri 3rd April
11°
0.0mm
36kmh ENE
62%

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 3 days of very light rain with an average of 0.7mm rain on those days. Average cloud cover will be 40%.

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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