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Warm and sunny weather continues
The weather will continue to warm up over the next few days, with bright and sunny conditions for many.
Read moreChristchurch - Highcliffe Castle (Beach) (Bournemouth Christchurch and Poole) weather
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Here are our top tips to keep you, your friends and family safe at the beach with links to Royal National Lifeboat Institution (RNLI) and Met Office advice.
- Head to a lifeguarded beach; check the RNLI lifeguarded beach tool
- Follow RNLI Float to Live advice if you find yourself struggling in the water
- Know what to do if you get caught in a rip current (RNLI)
- Check the tide times to avoid getting cut off by the tide coming in
- Call 999 and ask for the coastguard in an emergency
- Learn more about staying safe at the beach
Forecast days
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Today. Maximum daytime temperature: 17 degrees Celsius; Minimum nighttime temperature: 9 degrees Celsius. Sunny. Sunrise: ; Sunset: . UV: High; Pollution: Low; Pollen: Moderate.Today. Maximum daytime temperature: 17 degrees Celsius; Minimum nighttime temperature: 9 degrees Celsius. Sunny. Sunrise: ; Sunset: . UV: High; Pollution: Low; Pollen: Moderate.
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Friday 10 May. Maximum daytime temperature: 18 degrees Celsius; Minimum nighttime temperature: 13 degrees Celsius. Cloudy changing to sunny intervals in the afternoon. Sunrise: ; Sunset: . UV: High; Pollution: Low; Pollen: Moderate.Friday 10 May. Maximum daytime temperature: 18 degrees Celsius; Minimum nighttime temperature: 13 degrees Celsius. Cloudy changing to sunny intervals in the afternoon. Sunrise: ; Sunset: . UV: High; Pollution: Low; Pollen: Moderate.
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Saturday 11 May. Maximum daytime temperature: 19 degrees Celsius; Minimum nighttime temperature: 13 degrees Celsius. Sunny intervals changing to cloudy by nighttime. Sunrise: ; Sunset: . UV: High; Pollution: Moderate; Pollen: Moderate.Saturday 11 May. Maximum daytime temperature: 19 degrees Celsius; Minimum nighttime temperature: 13 degrees Celsius. Sunny intervals changing to cloudy by nighttime. Sunrise: ; Sunset: . UV: High; Pollution: Moderate; Pollen: Moderate.
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Sunday 12 May. Maximum daytime temperature: 17 degrees Celsius; Minimum nighttime temperature: 13 degrees Celsius. Cloudy changing to fog by lunchtime. Sunrise: ; Sunset: . UV: High; Pollution: Low; Pollen: Moderate.Sunday 12 May. Maximum daytime temperature: 17 degrees Celsius; Minimum nighttime temperature: 13 degrees Celsius. Cloudy changing to fog by lunchtime. Sunrise: ; Sunset: . UV: High; Pollution: Low; Pollen: Moderate.
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Monday 13 May. Maximum daytime temperature: 15 degrees Celsius; Minimum nighttime temperature: 12 degrees Celsius. Cloudy changing to light rain by late morning. Sunrise: ; Sunset: . UV: Moderate; Pollution: Low; Pollen: Low.Monday 13 May. Maximum daytime temperature: 15 degrees Celsius; Minimum nighttime temperature: 12 degrees Celsius. Cloudy changing to light rain by late morning. Sunrise: ; Sunset: . UV: Moderate; Pollution: Low; Pollen: Low.
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Tuesday 14 May. Maximum daytime temperature: 14 degrees Celsius; Minimum nighttime temperature: 11 degrees Celsius. Sunny intervals changing to light showers by lunchtime. Sunrise: ; Sunset: . UV: High;Tuesday 14 May. Maximum daytime temperature: 14 degrees Celsius; Minimum nighttime temperature: 11 degrees Celsius. Sunny intervals changing to light showers by lunchtime. Sunrise: ; Sunset: . UV: High;
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Wednesday 15 May. Maximum daytime temperature: 14 degrees Celsius; Minimum nighttime temperature: 9 degrees Celsius. Sunny intervals changing to light showers by late morning. Sunrise: ; Sunset: . UV: Moderate;Wednesday 15 May. Maximum daytime temperature: 14 degrees Celsius; Minimum nighttime temperature: 9 degrees Celsius. Sunny intervals changing to light showers by late morning. Sunrise: ; Sunset: . UV: Moderate;
Seven day forecast for Christchurch - Highcliffe Castle (Beach)
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Our weather symbols tell you the weather conditions for any given hour in the day or night. This means that the symbol for 9am shows you what you will see from 9am to 10am.
Chance of precipitation represents how likely it is that rain (or other types of precipitation, such as sleet, snow, hail or drizzle) will fall from the sky at a certain time.
This number shows the air temperature for the time period. You can see the temperature in Celsius or Fahrenheit by using the dropdown menu.
Feels like temperature considers other factors, such as wind speed and humidity. This gives you a better idea of how the temperature will actually feel at the time.
Wind gust shows the highest wind speed that you should encounter at that time, as winds peak and lull.
Strong winds are shown in bold for speeds of 29 mph or more.
The arrow shows the direction the wind is blowing. The letters show the direction the wind is blowing from (on a standard 16-point compass).
The number represents the average wind speed expected at that time.
The arrow shows the direction of the wind (up is north). If the arrow points from land to sea, the wind will be blowing out to sea (‘offshore’). The number is the average wind speed.
Beware of offshore winds if you are using inflatables, paddle boards or kayaks. These winds can blow you out to sea. Read more about how wind will affect you at the beach.
Visibility measures the distance at which an object can be clearly seen.
| VP (Very Poor) | Less than 1 km |
| P (Poor) | 1.1 km to 4 km |
| M (Moderate) | 4.1 km to 10 km |
| G (Good) | 10.1 km to 20 km |
| VG (Very Good) | 20.1 km to 40 km |
| E (Excellent) | Greater than 40 km |
Humidity is the amount of water vapor in the air. If there is a lot of water vapour, the humidity will be high. The higher the percentage of humidity, the wetter it will feel outside.
UV exposure index and the protection required to help keep you safe:
No risk of UV - It’s safe to stay outside. Low - You can safely stay outside. Consider sunscreen in direct sunlight. Moderate - Take care during midday hours and do not spend too much time in the sun unprotected. Sunscreen advised. High - Seek shade during midday hours, cover up and wear sunscreen. Very high - Spend time in the shade between 11am and 3pm. Shirt, sunscreen and hat are essential. Extreme - Avoid being outside during midday hours. Shirt, sunscreen and hat essential.
This is the average height of the waves, 1-2 miles out to sea. The height of the waves can vary. The individual waves out to sea or at the beach can be higher than this number. If you are close to the water, keep an eye on the waves to stop you or your belongings being swept away.
Read more about calculating the expected height of the waves at the beach.
This is the average number of seconds between one wave and the next, 1-2 miles out to sea. A long wave period (more than 10 seconds) means the waves at the beach may be more powerful. Lifeguards can give you advice on waves if you’re planning to go into the water.
Read more about the period of waves.
The arrow shows the average direction of the waves 1-2 miles out to sea. It indicates how sheltered the beach will be from these waves. If the arrow points towards land, most of the waves’ power will reach the beach. If the arrow is parallel to or pointing away from land, the wave height is likely to be lower on the beach than it is offshore.
Lifeguards can give you advice on waves if you’re planning to go into the water.
Forecast row information
Tide times
Tide times
for Thu 9 May
Tide times and heights are from Christchurch (Entrance) tidal station which is 2.1 miles away. So times may be different at this beach. What does this mean?
Contains ADMIRALTY® tidal data: © Crown Copyright and database right.
Tide times
Tide times
for Fri 10 May
Tide times and heights are from Christchurch (Entrance) tidal station which is 2.1 miles away. So times may be different at this beach. What does this mean?
Contains ADMIRALTY® tidal data: © Crown Copyright and database right.
Tide times
Tide times
for Sat 11 May
Tide times and heights are from Christchurch (Entrance) tidal station which is 2.1 miles away. So times may be different at this beach. What does this mean?
Contains ADMIRALTY® tidal data: © Crown Copyright and database right.
Tide times
Tide times
for Sun 12 May
Tide times and heights are from Christchurch (Entrance) tidal station which is 2.1 miles away. So times may be different at this beach. What does this mean?
Contains ADMIRALTY® tidal data: © Crown Copyright and database right.
Tide times
Tide times
for Mon 13 May
Tide times and heights are from Christchurch (Entrance) tidal station which is 2.1 miles away. So times may be different at this beach. What does this mean?
Contains ADMIRALTY® tidal data: © Crown Copyright and database right.
Tide times
Tide times
for Tue 14 May
Tide times and heights are from Christchurch (Entrance) tidal station which is 2.1 miles away. So times may be different at this beach. What does this mean?
Contains ADMIRALTY® tidal data: © Crown Copyright and database right.
Tide times
Tide times
for Wed 15 May
Tide times and heights are from Christchurch (Entrance) tidal station which is 2.1 miles away. So times may be different at this beach. What does this mean?
Contains ADMIRALTY® tidal data: © Crown Copyright and database right.
Tide times
Tide times
for Thu 16 May
Tide times and heights are from Christchurch (Entrance) tidal station which is 2.1 miles away. So times may be different at this beach. What does this mean?
Contains ADMIRALTY® tidal data: © Crown Copyright and database right.
Tide times
Tide times
for Fri 17 May
Tide times and heights are from Christchurch (Entrance) tidal station which is 2.1 miles away. So times may be different at this beach. What does this mean?
Contains ADMIRALTY® tidal data: © Crown Copyright and database right.
Tide times
Tide times
for Sat 18 May
Tide times and heights are from Christchurch (Entrance) tidal station which is 2.1 miles away. So times may be different at this beach. What does this mean?
Contains ADMIRALTY® tidal data: © Crown Copyright and database right.
Tide times
Tide times
for Sun 19 May
Tide times and heights are from Christchurch (Entrance) tidal station which is 2.1 miles away. So times may be different at this beach. What does this mean?
Contains ADMIRALTY® tidal data: © Crown Copyright and database right.
Christchurch - Highcliffe Castle (Beach) weather map
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WARNING
Flood alerts in force
for England
Flood alerts in force
for England
South West England weather forecast
Headline:
Staying settled with plenty of warm sunshine.
Today:
Once any low cloud and early morning mist and fog clears, another fine and dry day is on offer with plenty of warm sunshine and light winds. Some cloud may linger in coastal areas for a time. Maximum temperature 21 °C.
Tonight:
A dry end to the day with late evening sunshine. Remaining settled overnight with some mist and fog patches possible. Another rather mild night. Minimum temperature 7 °C.
Friday:
High pressure continues to dominate, bringing a dry day with plenty of sunny spells. Feeling very warm in the sunshine and light winds. Maximum temperature 22 °C.
Outlook for Saturday to Monday:
Remaining settled to start the weekend with warm sunny spells. Chance of heavy, thundery showers on Sunday before turning widely unsettled on Monday and feeling cooler.
Updated:
UK long range weather forecast
The weather is expected to change from the current warm and settled conditions, with a return to an unsettled and showery pattern as low pressure comes to dominate. Rain and showers, locally heavy and thundery, are expected across much of the United Kingdom. Rainfall amounts could be above average in many areas, most likely where showers merge with each other and become very slow moving. Winds could be fresh at times, especially near heavier showers and also along coasts. Temperatures will not be as high as in the preceding week, and are expected to fall closer to average for May, and feeling rather cold where it remains damp and cloudy. However it will feel much warmer in any sunny spells.
Updated:
At the start of this period, the weather will probably continue to be fairly unsettled, with rain or showers for many. There will also be some sunny spells between, with slightly-above average temperatures. Around the end of May and into early June there are some tentative signs that conditions could become a little more settled, however this does not rule out further spells of rain or showers moving through at times. As we head from late spring and into early summer, it will naturally feel warm in any sunshine, especially when winds fall light.
Updated:
Nearest forecasts
- Christchurch - Friar's Cliff (Beach) 0.7 miles
- Highcliffe 0.9 miles
- Christchurch - Avon Beach (Beach) 0.9 miles
- Christchurch - Mudeford Sandbank East (Beach) 1.8 miles
- New Milton 2.5 miles
- Christchurch Bay (Barton-on-Sea) (Beach) 2.5 miles
- Christchurch 2.8 miles
- Bournemouth - Hengistbury West (Beach) 2.8 miles
- Macpenny's Nursery 3.1 miles
- Wick (Bournemouth) 3.2 miles