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Cefn Sidan

Beach

Cool today

Cefn Sidan (Welsh for 'silky ridge'; also known as Pembrey beach) is a long sandy beach with dunes, which form the outer edge of the Pembrey Burrows between Burry Port and Kidwelly, facing southwestwards over Carmarthen Bay in South Wales. Cefn Sidan beach is backed by dunes, salt marshes, Pembrey Forest and the Pembrey Country Park.

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Weather at Cefn Sidan

H: 66° L: 53°
Clear
Clear
56°
|
Feels like 49°
Precipitation
65%
Humidity
80%
Wind
13 mph
UV Index
0
Water Conditions:
🥶Too cold for most swimmers
12 AM
Patchy rain nearby
57°
3 AM
Patchy rain nearby
55°
6 AM
Patchy rain nearby
55°
9 AM
Patchy rain nearby
59°
12 PM
Patchy rain nearby
64°
3 PM
Patchy rain nearby
66°
6 PM
Sunny
63°
9 PM
Clear
57°

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Frequently asked questions

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

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Cool weather - dress warmly
🏖️ Swimming Beaches 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
Best Seasons:
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Location & Contact

Wales

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