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Watergate Beach
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Cool water — ease in carefully
Use cautionCool water — ease in carefully: water temperature is 61°F, cool enough to cause cold-water shock on a sudden entry.
- Water temp 61°F (16°C)
Live data from offshore buoy 62050 (42 mi away), as of Oct 20, 12:00 PM UTC.
Why, sources & official advisories
- Water temperature is 61°F, cool enough to cause cold-water shock on a sudden entry. — offshore buoy 62050, as of Oct 20, 12:00 PM UTC
No official beach-advisory feed for Cornwall yet — follow posted signs and local guidance.
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Watergate Beach is a two-mile-long stretch of sandy beach on the Atlantic coast of north Cornwall, England, United Kingdom. It is situated in Watergate Bay two miles north of Newquay on the B3276 road to Padstow near the village of Tregurrian. The beach has toilets, a shop and cafe.
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Weather at Watergate Beach
56°F, Patchy rain nearby · H 57° / L 51° · 64% chance of rain3-day forecast
Frequently asked questions
- Where is Watergate Beach?
- Watergate Beach is a beach in Cornwall.
- What is the water temperature at Watergate Beach?
- As of October 20, 2026, the water temperature at Watergate Beach in Cornwall is 61°F (16°C), measured by offshore buoy 62050, 42 miles away.
- Can you swim at Watergate Beach?
- Cool water — ease in carefully: water temperature is 61°F, cool enough to cause cold-water shock on a sudden entry. 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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