When should I go to Cornwall?


When should I go to Cornwall? Shoulder Season in Cornwall (March – May, September – October) The shoulder seasons are some of the best times to travel to Cornwall thanks to the mild weather, cheaper prices, and fewer people (provided you avoid the school half-term holidays).


What is the posh part of Cornwall?

The stunning seaside locations such as Mawgan-in-Pydar, St Ives and Falmouth are among the top towns people would like to live in. Whether it's for a permanent residency or for use as a holiday home, there has been a significant increase in luxury new build homes and large extensions and renovation.


What is the best town to use as a base in Cornwall?

Padstow is an ideal place to base yourself for a holiday in Cornwall. It's a charming port town surrounded by beautiful beaches and offers many exciting things to discover.


Is Cornwall too busy in summer?

A Visit Cornwall survey asked 1,700 people their opinions of holidaying in Cornwall and 55% said it was too busy in the summer, the tourism conference was told. Roads to popular places like Kynance Cove and Porthcurno, have become clogged with traffic in the past.


How to go to Cornwall cheaply?

You can travel on Brittany Ferries as a foot passenger or with a car. One of the cheapest ways to come to Cornwall is to travel by coach. The main coach provider providing long distance coach travel to Cornwall is National Express. Megabus generally provide the cheapest coach travel in the UK.


Is Cornwall too touristy?

There has certainly been a growing awareness around the issues of overtourism in Cornwall. At the beginning of 2023, the New York-based travel publisher Fodor's included Cornwall in its “No List” of destinations to avoid, due to overcrowding.


What month is best to visit Cornwall?

Believe it or not, September is favoured by many as the best month to visit Cornwall because the sea is at its warmest. If you think about it, it makes sense – the sea has been basking in the Summer sunshine for three months!


Is Cornwall expensive for holiday?

For all their popularity, Cornish seaside resorts rank among the most expensive British holiday destinations. Falmouth, Newquay and Bude are notably pricy, but it will come as little surprise to learn that it's St Ives that comes out as the costliest place in the county for a summer holiday.


Is Cornwall hotter in July or August?

On average, Cornwall enjoys 1,541 hours of sunshine per year with July being the warmest month however, it's unlikely the weather will ever get extremely hot.


How many days is enough for Cornwall?

We'd recommend visiting Cornwall for at least three days, such as over a long weekend. However, a better amount of time would be around a week which would give you more time to see more of Cornwall's highlights.


Which month is warmest in Cornwall?

July is the hottest month in Cornwall with an average temperature of 16°C (61°F) and the coldest is February at 5.5°C (42°F) with the most daily sunshine hours at 7 in August. The wettest month is December with an average of 120mm of rain.