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Porth Chapel
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 (20.1 mi away), as of Oct 20, 11:00 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, 11:00 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 Porth Chapel now. We check the water daily and email you once when it reaches your temperature.
Porthchapel Beach is a secluded beach located on the south coast of the Penwith Peninsula in Cornwall, England. Situated near the village of St Levan, it is renowned for its white shell-sand, turquoise waters, and rugged granite cliffs with the The Independant naming it as the sixth most beautiful beach in Cornwall in 2025.
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Weather at Porth Chapel
55°F, Sunny · H 57° / L 54° · 68% chance of rain3-day forecast
Frequently asked questions
- Where is Porth Chapel?
- Porth Chapel is a beach in Cornwall.
- What is the water temperature at Porth Chapel?
- As of October 20, 2026, the water temperature at Porth Chapel in Cornwall is 59°F (15°C), measured by offshore buoy 62107, 20.1 miles away.
- Can you swim at Porth Chapel?
- 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
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🏖️ 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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