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Photo: Sailing Boats, Porthpean Beach - geograph.org.uk - 1476334 by Geoff Pick (CC BY-SA 2.0) License

Porthpean Beach

Beach

Cool today
Editor's Notes
Lower Porthpean (Cornish: Porthbian Woles) is a coastal hamlet in Cornwall, England, UK. It is close to Higher Porthpean and one mile (1.6 km) south of St Austell.

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Current water conditions

Water temp
63°F
17°C
Cool water — ease in carefully. Cool enough to cause cold-water shock on a sudden entry. Get in gradually, let your breathing settle, and keep an eye on weaker swimmers.

Live data from NOAA buoy 62050 (27.6 mi away), as of Aug 21, 2:00 AM UTC. Conditions are for general information only and can change quickly — always judge the water in person and follow posted advisories before swimming.

Weather at Porthpean Beach

H: 64° L: 55°
Clear
Clear
56°
|
Feels like 52°
Precipitation
10%
Humidity
85%
Wind
8 mph
UV Index
0
Water Conditions:
🥶Too cold for most swimmers
12 AM
Clear
57°
3 AM
Clear
56°
6 AM
Partly Cloudy
55°
9 AM
Cloudy
59°
12 PM
Patchy rain nearby
63°
3 PM
Sunny
64°
6 PM
Sunny
61°
9 PM
Clear
57°

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Frequently asked questions

Where is Porthpean Beach?
Porthpean Beach is a beach in Cornwall.
What is the water temperature at Porthpean Beach?
As of August 21, 2026, the water temperature at Porthpean Beach in Cornwall is 63°F (17°C), measured by NOAA buoy 62050, 27.6 miles away.
Can you swim at Porthpean Beach?
There is no fixed answer for Porthpean Beach: whether it is safe to swim there on a given day depends on the water temperature, recent rainfall, and any advisories posted at Porthpean Beach in Cornwall. Check current water conditions before you go, and follow posted signs and local guidance.

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Cool weather - dress warmly
🏖️ Swimming Beaches Tips:
  • ›Arrive early for best parking and beach spot selection
  • ›Check for lifeguard schedules and swim only in designated areas
  • ›Bring reef-safe sunscreen to protect marine life
  • ›Watch for beach flags indicating water conditions
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