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Cornelian Bay

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Cornelian Bay is a bay of the North Sea near Scarborough, North Yorkshire, England. It is located between the headlands of White Nab and Knipe Point, just north of Cayton Bay. Geographical features of note include two Second World War pillboxes.

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Weather at Cornelian Bay

H: 58° L: 51°
Patchy rain nearby
Patchy rain nearby
51°
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Feels like 48°
Precipitation
59%
Humidity
91%
Wind
7 mph
UV Index
0
Water Conditions:
🥶Too cold for most swimmers🌧️Rain expected
12 AM
Clear
51°
3 AM
Patchy rain nearby
51°
6 AM
Patchy rain nearby
51°
9 AM
Overcast
54°
12 PM
Light rain shower
56°
3 PM
Patchy rain nearby
58°
6 PM
Cloudy
56°
9 PM
Partly Cloudy
52°

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Frequently asked questions

Where is Cornelian Bay?
Cornelian Bay is a bay in Yorkshire.
Can you swim at Cornelian Bay?
There is no fixed answer for Cornelian Bay: whether it is safe to swim there on a given day depends on the water temperature, recent rainfall, and any advisories posted at Cornelian Bay in Yorkshire. Check current water conditions before you go, and follow posted signs and local guidance.

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Location & Contact

Yorkshire

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