Porthleven Sands in Cornwall boasts a picturesque shoreline with golden sand and shingle, surrounded by rugged cliffs and crystal-clear waters. The beach has consistently received an Excellent water quality rating from the Environment Agency, making it perfect for swimming and water activities. During the summer months, the water temperature at Porthleven Sands typically ranges from 17°C to 19°C, ideal for a refreshing dip.
Hand-picked holiday cottages & coastal retreats near Porthleven Sands (Cornwall) & surrounds
Cornwall Hideaways
From £600
Tucked away in a rural setting between Porthleven and Marazion, Deugh an Chy is a much-loved Cornish cottage that can comfortably accommodate seven guests. Embraced by open coun...
Cornwall Hideaways
From £957
Situated in a very private, tranquil setting of 20 acres near Sitney, Helston, Tregadjack Barn is an enchanting 'upside-down' Cornish granite property, elegantly furnished with ...
Cornwall Hideaways
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A truly warm welcome awaits you at this beautifully restored Cornish farmhouse dating back to a sale deed of 1278. Constructed of granite and nestling in a mature and colourful ...
Rural Retreats
From £957
Situated in a very private, tranquil setting of 20 acres near Sitney, Helston, Tregadjack Barn is an enchanting 'upside-down' Cornish granite property, elegantly furnished with ...
Rural Retreats
From £600
Tucked away in a rural setting between Porthleven and Marazion, Deugh an Chy is a much-loved Cornish cottage that can comfortably accommodate seven guests. Embraced by open coun...
Cornwall Hideaways
From £452
Poppyfields is a stunning and modern, single-storey lodge conveniently situated in-between Praa Sands and Porthleven on an exclusive and private setting with just six other prop...
Rural Retreats
From £452
Poppyfields is a stunning and modern, single-storey lodge conveniently situated in-between Praa Sands and Porthleven on an exclusive and private setting with just six other prop...
Rural Retreats
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With the best of both worlds, Skylark nestles within the Camel Valley, surrounded by woodland, rolling countryside, starry nights and magical wildlife; yet the idyllic beaches o...
Harmonic astronomical predictions, tidal coefficients & flow rate
| Day | High & Low Tides (Local Time) | Tidal Range | Coeff / Phase |
|---|---|---|---|
| Wed 11 Nov | ▲ High 18:05 (4.87m) | -- | |
| Today | ▼ Low 00:39 (1.09m)▲ High 06:21 (4.98m)▼ Low 12:58 (1.14m)▲ High 18:35 (4.71m) | 3.89m | Spring (87) |
| Fri 13 Nov | ▼ Low 01:09 (1.29m)▲ High 06:51 (4.85m)▼ Low 13:29 (1.34m)▲ High 19:06 (4.53m) | 3.56m | Coeff 79 |
| Sat 14 Nov | ▼ Low 01:38 (1.48m)▲ High 07:23 (4.70m)▼ Low 14:02 (1.54m)▲ High 19:41 (4.36m) | 3.22m | Coeff 70 |
| Sun 15 Nov | ▼ Low 02:10 (1.68m)▲ High 08:02 (4.54m)▼ Low 14:38 (1.73m)▲ High 20:24 (4.20m) | 2.86m | Coeff 61 |
| Mon 16 Nov | ▼ Low 02:48 (1.87m)▲ High 08:49 (4.38m)▼ Low 15:21 (1.91m)▲ High 21:20 (4.06m) | 2.51m | Coeff 52 |
| Tue 17 Nov | ▼ Low 03:35 (2.04m)▲ High 09:49 (4.26m)▼ Low 16:18 (2.03m)▲ High 22:29 (3.98m) | 2.23m | Neap (45) |
The shoreline consists primarily of sand, shingle. Sediment type dictates underfoot comfort, wave energy absorption, and the water's clarity when currents stir up the seabed.
Water quality is classified as excellent, meeting the highest cleanliness standards. Bacterial counts (E. coli & Intestinal Enterococci) are consistently low, posing negligible health risks.
This bathing water is generally resilient and has a low risk of quality degradation after heavy summer storm events.
Tested weekly by the Environment Agency England for bacteria levels (E. coli & Intestinal Enterococci) between May and September.
Monitored as a coastal beach. Coastal beaches are subject to tidal flows and marine dilution, whereas inland lakes/rivers suffer from low water circulation, meaning bacteria can linger longer.
South West Water Limited is the regional utility responsible for waste water treatment, sewage infrastructure, and storm overflow management in this catchment area.
Officially designated as a protected bathing water site in 1988. This designation mandates regular public health monitoring.
Governed under local district sanitation and environmental safety regulations in the Cornwall area.
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