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Poldhu Cove
Beach
Cold water — serious cold-shock risk today
Cold waterCold water — serious cold-shock risk today: water temperature is 59°F, cold enough to cause cold-water shock on sudden immersion.
- Water temp 59°F (15°C)
Live data from offshore buoy 62107 (37.4 mi away), as of Oct 20, 8:00 AM UTC.
Why, sources & official advisories
- Water temperature is 59°F, cold enough to cause cold-water shock on sudden immersion. — offshore buoy 62107, as of Oct 20, 8:00 AM UTC
No official beach-advisory feed for Cornwall yet — follow posted signs and local guidance.
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It’s 59°F at Poldhu Cove now. We check the water daily and email you once when it reaches your temperature.
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Editor's Notes
Poldhu (Cornish: Polldu) is a small area in south Cornwall, England, UK, situated on the Lizard Peninsula; it comprises Poldhu Point and Poldhu Cove. Poldhu means "black pool" in Cornish. Poldhu lies on the coast of Mount's Bay and is in the northern part of the parish of Mullion; the churchtown is 2 kilometres (1.2 mi) to the south-east.
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Weather at Poldhu Cove
54°F, Sunny · H 57° / L 52° · 73% chance of rain3-day forecast
H: 57° L: 52°
Sunny
54°
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Feels like 48°
Precipitation
73%
Humidity
68%
Wind
11 mph
UV Index
1.1
12 AM
54°
3 AM
54°
6 AM
52°
9 AM
53°
12 PM
55°
3 PM
57°
6 PM
54°
9 PM
54°
Frequently asked questions
- Where is Poldhu Cove?
- Poldhu Cove is a beach in Cornwall.
- What is the water temperature at Poldhu Cove?
- As of October 20, 2026, the water temperature at Poldhu Cove in Cornwall is 59°F (15°C), measured by offshore buoy 62107, 37.4 miles away.
- Can you swim at Poldhu Cove?
- Cold water — serious cold-shock risk today: water temperature is 59°F, cold enough to cause cold-water shock on sudden immersion. Checked October 20, 2026.
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Location & Contact
Cornwall
🏖️ Best times & visiting 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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