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Live forecasts update automatically; written guidance last reviewed 16 June 2026 by the Evening Ledger weather desk. Data from national met services via Open-Meteo.
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Cornwall’s weather today, as shown in the live forecast above, brings a mix of bright spells and passing showers, with the strongest winds affecting exposed Atlantic coasts this afternoon.
What’s the outlook for the rest of the week?
A low-pressure system drifting east means conditions will remain changeable through Friday and into the weekend. Showers are most likely over high ground and the western coast, while the south-east generally stays drier and brighter. Temperatures will hold near seasonal averages.
- Friday: sunny intervals and isolated showers, brisk westerly winds.
- Saturday: cloud thickening from the west, rain spreading east by evening.
- Sunday: brighter start, then more rain moving in from the Atlantic.
Which parts of Cornwall are wettest today?
Western Cornwall – including Penzance, St Ives and Land’s End – is likely to see the most frequent showers this afternoon. The Newquay area will have cloudier spells but fewer heavy bursts. The 10-day forecast shows a transition to more settled conditions by midweek.
Will it rain in Newquay this weekend?
Saturday afternoon looks mostly dry in Newquay, with just a 20% chance of a light shower. Rain is more likely overnight into Sunday morning. Check the live forecast above for hour-by-hour updates.
Is there a Cornwall weather warning today?
No weather warning is currently in force for Cornwall. The Met Office has a yellow warning for wind further north, but the county is expected to stay below warning thresholds. Monitor the Met Office warnings page for any changes.
How accurate is the 21-day forecast for Cornwall?
Long-range forecasts are general outlooks, not day-by-day predictions. For Cornwall, the 21-day forecast currently suggests a mild, unsettled pattern, but confidence drops after day 7. Stick with the live forecast for reliable detail.
For other UK regions, see the UK weather hub or compare conditions in Lake District Weather. For surf and coastal conditions around Newquay, the live forecast above provides the most up-to-date wind and rain details.