Is Bovisand Beach good for swimming today?
Bovisand Beach has BeachFinder Score: 83/100. Use this as a planning signal only, then check local flags, lifeguards, closures and current beach conditions.
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Quick answer: Bovisand Beach today
Bovisand Beach is a BeachFinder spot in GB-EXT, GB. Today, compare water temperature 19°C, wind 4 km/h · E, uv 6.3, waves 0.2 m, water quality Check official advisories before leaving. BeachFinder Score: 83/100. Always check official flags, closures and lifeguard advice before swimming.
Water temperature
19°C
Wind
4 km/h · E
UV
6.3
Waves
0.2 m
Water quality
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Last updated: Jul 10, 02:15 AM local forecast timeBeachFinder Score: 83/100
Sources: Open-Meteo weather and marine forecasts, OpenStreetMap place context and BeachFinder spot data.
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Updated: Jul 10, 02:15 AM
Water temp
19°C
Air temp
17°C
Feels like
17°C
UV index
6.3
Wind
4 km/h · E
Gust 7 km/h
Waves
0.2 m
Current
1 km/h · N
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Weather and marine data: Open-Meteo
Bovisand Beach
Bovisand Beach is located on the natural coast east of Plymouth Sound, in Devon. The location is noted as a sandy beach, in an environment where the cliff paths are steep and the surroundings are rocky. The Bovisand area includes two beaches, a holiday park, private bungalows, and a diving center at Fort Bovisand. It is located near Plymouth and Wembury, just outside the city limits of Plymouth, in the South Hams district, within the South Devon Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty. For today, keep in mind its local and coastal character: visitors seeking large known beaches often compare with other spots, while Wembury Beach is only 3.2 km away and Tinside Lido is 3.5 km.
About this spot
Bovisand is suitable for those wanting a sandy beach near Plymouth, in a cliff and natural coastal area. The steep paths and rocky surroundings invite preparation for access, then to compare with Wembury Beach if you are looking for another nearby option.
Updated 5/15/2026
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What is the water temperature at Bovisand Beach today?
19°C. Marine temperature is shown when forecast coverage is available for this location.
How windy is Bovisand Beach today?
4 km/h · E. Wind can change comfort and surface conditions, especially on exposed beaches.
What should I check before swimming at Bovisand Beach?
Check official safety flags, lifeguard advice, closures, water-quality advisories, UV, wind, waves and currents before entering the water.
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