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!



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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.

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The train from London to St Ives in Cornwall usually takes 9 hours and 38 minutes, but can take just 5 hours and 13 minutes on the fastest services. You'll need to make one change along the way during your journey, travelling with either CrossCountry, Great Western Railway, South Western Railway or Southern.

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By bus. There are almost 100 bus routes crisscrossing Cornwall, so whether you're planning a day at the beach, heading to one of the county's visitor attractions or wanting to explore some of the county's more remote areas, getting around by bus is easy.

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As Summer comes to an end, visitor numbers drop off dramatically. So if you're looking for a little peace and quiet, you can't go wrong with a visit to Cornwall in September. Just make sure you book your stay after the school Summer holidays – these usually finish in early September.

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10 things to pack for a holiday in Cornwall
  • Sunglasses. One of the key essentials all year round. ...
  • A variety of clothing options. A waterproof jacket, warm jumper, flip flops, board shorts – you can never be too prepared. ...
  • Sun cream. ...
  • Wellies or walking boots. ...
  • Camera. ...
  • A good book. ...
  • Water sport equipment. ...
  • Swimsuit.


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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.

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Cornwall is England's most south-westerly county that built its reputation on fishing, mining and farming (and a bit of smuggling, too). Known to Cornish speakers as Kernow, it's now the place to come if you seek isolated craggy coves, wide expanses of smooth sand or wild, rugged moorland.

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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.

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In fact, Cornwall is one of the wettest regions in the UK, with an average rainfall of around 1200mm per year. This is due in part to its location on the western coast, which is exposed to prevailing winds from the Atlantic, as well as its proximity to high ground, which can cause orographic rainfall.

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