Cornwall travel advice

Explore our complete guide to Cornwall with the latest travel advice for travellers and holidaymakers including official updates and local travel tips for Cornwall.

Cornwall travel guide - essential info

Below is a beginner's guide to Cornwall with essential travel facts such as dominant language spoken, typical flight time from the UK and the local currency. You can also check whether visas are required and what plug adapter you need to pack.

Cornwall - quick facts
Time difference UK +0 hours
Language(s) English
Currency Pound Sterling
Electricity G plug (230V)
Driving side Left

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Cornwall weather

  Jan Feb Mar Apr May Jun Jul Aug Sep Oct Nov Dec
Maximum daytime temperature °F
48°F maximum daytime temperature in January in Newquay48
46°F maximum daytime temperature in February in Newquay46
50°F maximum daytime temperature in March in Newquay50
54°F maximum daytime temperature in April in Newquay54
57°F maximum daytime temperature in May in Newquay57
63°F maximum daytime temperature in June in Newquay63
66°F maximum daytime temperature in July in Newquay66
66°F maximum daytime temperature in August in Newquay66
63°F maximum daytime temperature in September in Newquay63
59°F maximum daytime temperature in October in Newquay59
52°F maximum daytime temperature in November in Newquay52
50°F maximum daytime temperature in December in Newquay50
Hours of sunshine (daily)
Days with some rainfall
21 days with some rainfall in January in Newquay21
16 days with some rainfall in February in Newquay16
18 days with some rainfall in March in Newquay18
14 days with some rainfall in April in Newquay14
15 days with some rainfall in May in Newquay15
13 days with some rainfall in June in Newquay13
13 days with some rainfall in July in Newquay13
15 days with some rainfall in August in Newquay15
15 days with some rainfall in September in Newquay15
18 days with some rainfall in October in Newquay18
20 days with some rainfall in November in Newquay20
21 days with some rainfall in December in Newquay21
Sea temperature °F
50°F sea temperature in January in Newquay50
48°F sea temperature in February in Newquay48
48°F sea temperature in March in Newquay48
50°F sea temperature in April in Newquay50
54°F sea temperature in May in Newquay54
57°F sea temperature in June in Newquay57
61°F sea temperature in July in Newquay61
61°F sea temperature in August in Newquay61
61°F sea temperature in September in Newquay61
57°F sea temperature in October in Newquay57
55°F sea temperature in November in Newquay55
52°F sea temperature in December in Newquay52

The Cornwall weather guide shows long term monthly averages for Newquay.

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Cornwall travel advice

Check the latest travel advice on visiting Cornwall from official government sources (in english) from around the world including entry requirements and travel restrictions.

Learn more about the current safety and security risks from terrorism, natural disasters and more. Read about the local laws and customs to consider when travelling around Cornwall.

Note: UK FCDO - UK Foreign, Commonwealth & Development Office

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Cornwall travel health

Find out more about staying safe when travelling to Cornwall with the latest guidance on required vaccinations and recommended medication to take with you.

Check out the general travel tips for staying safe and healthy in Cornwall, risks of preventable diseases and what to pack.

Note: CDC - Centers for Disease Control and Prevention

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Cornwall travel features

Do you want to learn more about Cornwall? Read our latest features covering travel tips and insider destination guides on where to go and what to do in Cornwall.

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Cornwall FAQs

Read our frequently asked questions about travelling to Cornwall including the current entry restrictions, covid rules, driving side, electrical plugs used and much more.

What is the time difference between Cornwall and the UK?

The time difference between Cornwall and the UK is UK time+0 hours.

What is the main language spoken in Cornwall?

The main language spoken in Cornwall is English.

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What is the currency in Cornwall?

The currency in Cornwall is the Pound Sterling (GBP).

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Which plugs are used in Cornwall?

Cornwall uses electrical plug type G (230 Volts).

Which side of the road do they drive on in Cornwall?

They drive on the left side of the road in Cornwall.

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