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Live forecasts update automatically; written guidance last reviewed 16 June 2026 by the Playlister UK weather desk. Data from national met services via Open-Meteo.

⛅14°C
Partly cloudyPenzanceFeels like 14° · Wind 9 km/h · Humidity 96%
UV 3 ModerateSunrise 07:28Sunset 18:51
Today☁️17°13°💧0%
Tue🌧️18°13°💧25%
Wed🌦️16°13°💧31%
Thu🌦️15°11°💧14%
Fri🌦️17°13°💧57%
Sat🌦️15°12°💧46%
Sun🌧️17°15°💧45%

Live data from Open-Meteo · updates automatically ·

For the most accurate live conditions, check the live forecast above — it updates through the day. Penzance’s coastal position means mild, damp winters and cool, often breezy summers, with rainfall spread across the year.

What is the typical weather pattern in Penzance?

Penzance sits on the sheltered shore of Mount’s Bay, giving it one of the mildest climates in mainland Britain. Winter lows rarely drop below 3–4°C, while summer highs average 17–18°C. The prevailing south-westerlies bring frequent low cloud and drizzle, but the bay also allows longer sunny spells when the wind turns inland.

LocationCornwall, southwest England, coastal
Average winter low4°C (December–February)
Average summer high18°C (July–August)
Rainliest monthsOctober–January (120–140mm/month)

How reliable are the BBC and Met Office forecasts for Penzance?

Both the BBC and Met Office provide reliable 5‑day outlooks, but the Met Office’s local model (used for the live forecast above) is the most granular for Penzance. For surfers and sailors, XC Weather Penzance offers hourly wind and swell data from the Met Office; for longer planning, the BBC Weather Penzance 14‑day trend is a helpful guide, though accuracy drops after day 7.

Will it be sunny in Penzance tomorrow?

Check the live forecast above for the most precise update. Typically, Penzance sees morning mist burning off by late morning in summer, while winter often brings whole‑day cloud. For a detailed look at weather in Penzance tomorrow, the Met Office weather Penzance page is the most authoritative.

How does Penzance’s weather compare with St Ives or Marazion?

Penzance is often 1–2°C milder than St Ives because of its south‑facing bay, though BBC Weather St Ives and BBC Weather Marazion tend to be very similar. St Just (further west) feels more open Atlantic wind, while Marazion shares Penzance’s shelter — for local details see BBC Weather St Just Penzance.

Where can I find a 14‑day forecast for Penzance?

The BBC Weather Penzance 14‑day page and the Met Office long‑range outlook both give a broad trend. Because beyond 7 days confidence drops, rely on the live forecast above for today and tomorrow, then combine the 14‑day projection with BBC Weather Penzance 14 days Met Office data for planning trips.

Explore more local conditions on our UK weather hub, or check Bristol Weather and 10 Day Weather Forecast UK for comparison.