St Austell, Cornwall, England, United Kingdom

Portholland

Portholland beach is a sandy beach found in Cornwall, UK, which comprises of two distinct beaches, East and West Portholland. During low tide, the two beaches merge, while during high tide, they remain separate.

East Portholland offers more amenities than West Portholland. Both beaches are family-friendly and feature small cafes, with safe bathing conditions.

Discover great places to stay near Portholland Beach and enjoy the unique experience of its merging shores during low tide.

The beaches have relatively even access, but parking is restricted. Visitors can bring their dogs to the beach.

Where to Stay near Portholland?

Visitors to Portholland often stay in the nearby towns of Mevagissey and St Austell, which offer a range of accommodations and easy access to the beach. Many visitors also explore the surrounding areas, enjoying the picturesque Cornish landscapes and other attractions.

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

Where is Portholland?

Latitude: 50.23632 / Longitude: -4.863706

Portholland is located in St Austell. The following map of Portholland shows the exact location.

Portholland: Weather Today

📅 Saturday, January 24, 2026
Today is not a good beach day at Portholland. Expect moderate, continuous rain. The maximum air temperature will be 10.1 °C. Be cautious, as there will be very strong winds. The sea temperature is 9.9 °C, and the waves are very high.
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Air

Low / High7.1°C/10.1°C
Feels Like (High)4.6°C
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Sea

Sea Temperature9.9 °C
Wave Height3.7 m
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Rain

Rain Chance80%
Rainfall13 mm
Rain Duration16 h
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Sun

Sunrise / Sunset08:04/16:58
Sunshine Hours1.4 hrs
UV Index0.7
Cloud Cover92%
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Wind

Speed55.1 km/h
Gusts97.2 km/h
DirectionSW

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