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Saunton Sands

Beach

Cool today

Saunton Sands is a beach near the English village of Saunton on the North Devon coast near Braunton, popular for longboard surfing. Beyond its southern end, Crow Point, England is the mouth of the River Taw estuary. It is part of the Taw-Torridge estuary Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty and is at the centre of the UNESCO-designated North Devon's Biosphere Reserve, where Braunton Burrows lies at the heart.

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Weather at Saunton Sands

53°F, Light drizzle · H 57° / L 51° · 66% chance of rain
H: 57° L: 51°
Light drizzle
Light drizzle
53°
|
Feels like 50°
Precipitation
66%
Humidity
81%
Wind
5 mph
UV Index
0.6
Weather notes:
🌧️Rain expected
12 AM
Partly Cloudy
54°
3 AM
Overcast
54°
6 AM
Overcast
54°
9 AM
Patchy rain nearby
53°
12 PM
Light drizzle
51°
3 PM
Patchy rain nearby
55°
6 PM
Sunny
57°
9 PM
Patchy rain nearby
54°

Frequently asked questions

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

Location & Contact

Devon

🏖️ 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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