Cornwall, England, United Kingdom

Perranuthnoe

Perranuthnoe beach is situated in Cornwall, UK and is a lesser-known beach that is favored by locals. The beach comprises of golden sand and is a great location for surfing.

However, visitors must take caution as the tide can rise rapidly and cover the beach. To ensure safety, seasonal lifeguard cover is provided, making it ideal for families.

It is essential to be mindful when setting up near the cliffs at the back of the beach due to erosion.

Explore places to stay near Perranuthnoe Beach and enjoy the golden sands and thrilling surf of this local favorite.

The beach provides opportunities for rockpool exploration and climbing at both ends. Visitors can easily access the beach with pay parking facilities available.

What to do at Perranuthnoe?

Restaurants

One of the best restaurants near Perranuthnoe is Dynasty Restaurant.

Visitor Reviews

Visitor reviews highlight that the beach is beautiful, clean, and secluded, with a great community effort to keep it that way. Visitors enjoy the quiet atmosphere, nearby parking, and excellent cafe. However, some visitors note that the beach has some rocks and pebbles, and there are warnings about unsafe cliffs.

Where to Stay near Perranuthnoe?

If you’re planning a trip to Perranuthnoe, consider staying in the village itself for easy access to the beach. Many visitors also choose accommodations in nearby Marazion, which offers stunning views of St Michael's Mount and is just a short drive from Perranuthnoe.

The following map shows available accommodations and their prices. See the full list of accommodation options here.

Where is Perranuthnoe?

Latitude: 50.1125104 / Longitude: -5.4424884

Perranuthnoe is located in Cornwall. The following map of Perranuthnoe shows the exact location.


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Perranuthnoe: Weather Today

📅 Thursday, July 30, 2026
Today is an underwhelming day for a beach visit at Perranuthnoe, as the conditions are quite unsettled. You should expect persistent light rain throughout the day, which will likely keep you from enjoying the sand for long. The air temperature will reach a cool 19.6 °C, and with the sea temperature sitting at 19.3 °C, the water is too chilly for comfortable swimming. Expect breezy conditions with some brisk movements in the air that could make sitting still feel rather cold. Clouds will dominate the sky, providing very little sun to break up the gloomy atmosphere. Given the combination of damp weather and cool temperatures, it is best to skip the beach today and save your trip for a time when the weather is warmer and more stable.
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Air

Low / High15.1°C/19.6°C
Feels Like (High)20.4°C
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Sea

Sea Temperature19.3 °C
Wave Height0.6 m
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Rain

Rain Chance76%
Rainfall0.9 mm
Rain Duration3 h
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Sun

Sunrise / Sunset05:46/21:07
Sunshine Hours9.2 hrs
UV Index4.85
Cloud Cover66%
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Wind

Speed23 km/h
Gusts42.8 km/h
DirectionNW

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