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

📅 Monday, June 8, 2026
Today is a poor day for a visit to the beach, so it is best to stay home. You can expect steady rain throughout the day, creating a very damp and gloomy environment. The winds are quite strong and blustery, which will make sitting on the shore very uncomfortable. The water is far too cold for swimming at 12.7 °C, and the waves are rough enough to make any time spent near the water hazardous. With the air temperature peaking at only 14.9 °C, it will feel quite chilly and unpleasant. Please avoid the coastline today as the combination of rain and choppy conditions makes it unsafe and unsuitable for any typical seaside activities.
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Air

Low / High10.4°C/14.9°C
Feels Like (High)11.7°C
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Sea

Sea Temperature12.7 °C
Wave Height1.1 m
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Rain

Rain Chance97%
Rainfall8.6 mm
Rain Duration15 h
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Sun

Sunrise / Sunset05:10/21:27
Sunshine Hours15.0 hrs
UV Index5.5
Cloud Cover63%
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Wind

Speed24.1 km/h
Gusts45.4 km/h
DirectionW

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