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Plymouth Sound

Bay

Cool water — ease in carefully

Use caution

Cool water — ease in carefully: water temperature is 60°F, cool enough to cause cold-water shock on a sudden entry.

  • Water temp 60°F (16°C)

Live data from offshore buoy 62050 (26.6 mi away), as of Oct 20, 11:00 AM UTC.

Why, sources & official advisories
  • Water temperature is 60°F, cool enough to cause cold-water shock on a sudden entry. — offshore buoy 62050, as of Oct 20, 11:00 AM UTC

No official beach-advisory feed for Devon yet — follow posted signs and local guidance.

Get an email when it’s warm enough

It’s 60°F at Plymouth Sound now. We check the water daily and email you once when it reaches your temperature.

Rainy today

Plymouth Sound, or locally just The Sound, is a deep inlet or sound in the English Channel near Plymouth in England.

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Weather at Plymouth Sound

55°F, Patchy rain nearby · H 56° / L 51° · 77% chance of rain
H: 56° L: 51°
Patchy rain nearby
Patchy rain nearby
55°
|
Feels like 48°
Precipitation
77%
Humidity
71%
Wind
13 mph
UV Index
1.8
Weather notes:
🌧️Rain expected
12 AM
Patchy rain nearby
54°
3 AM
Overcast
52°
6 AM
Patchy rain nearby
51°
9 AM
Overcast
52°
12 PM
Patchy rain nearby
54°
3 PM
Patchy rain nearby
56°
6 PM
Patchy rain nearby
55°
9 PM
Light rain shower
54°

Frequently asked questions

Where is Plymouth Sound?
Plymouth Sound is a bay in Devon.
What is the water temperature at Plymouth Sound?
As of October 20, 2026, the water temperature at Plymouth Sound in Devon is 60°F (16°C), measured by offshore buoy 62050, 26.6 miles away.
Can you swim at Plymouth Sound?
Cool water — ease in carefully: water temperature is 60°F, cool enough to cause cold-water shock on a sudden entry. Checked October 20, 2026.

Location & Contact

Devon

💡 Best times & visiting tips
  • ›Weekday mornings (8–10 AM) are typically less crowded
  • ›Check the forecast 2–3 days ahead for best planning
  • ›Avoid holiday weekends for a quieter experience
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