Cornwall Population (2026)
Population of Cornwall with area, density and how it compares to nearby places.
Population of Cornwall
Cornwall ranks #14 by population among 17 comparable places in this atlas.
Quick facts about Cornwall
| Type | County |
|---|---|
| Region | England |
| Country | United Kingdom |
| Continent | Europe |
| Coordinates | 50°15′57.6″N 5°3′9.7″W (50.266, -5.0527) |
| Population | 570.000 |
| Local time | 9:39 AM (UTC+01:00) |
| Best months | May, June, July and August |
| Climate | Temperate |
Population by city in Cornwall
1 cities mapped in this atlas
Summary
Cornwall is a county in England. Cornwall is a county or metropolitan area in the United Kingdom. It has a population of about 570.000.
Right now it is 58°F (14°C) in Cornwall with heavy drizzle. It feels like 56°F. Today runs from 57°F to 63°F. Chance of precipitation is 61%. Sightseeing conditions score 8/10 - good conditions.
The best time to visit Cornwall is May, June, July and August. The climate is temperate. January, February and December tend to be the least comfortable months. July is the warmest month with average highs near 69°F, while January is the coldest with lows near 39°F.
The closest major airport is London Heathrow Airport (LHR), about 217 mi away. Nearby highlights include Stonehenge, Stonehenge, Avebury and Associated Sites, Snowdonia National Park and Mont-Saint-Michel and its Bay.
In plain terms. Today is slightly cooler than average for August. The forecast high of 63°F is 4.1°F below the 67°F typical for this month. The best window to be outside is roughly 7 AM to 10 AM, when temperature, rain chance and wind line up best. fishing is the strongest bet in Cornwall today at 9.4/10. Wet roads are likely; braking distances roughly double in heavy rain.
Compiled from this page's own data: atlas facts plus live Open-Meteo readings.
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Coordinates: 50°15′57.6″N 5°3′9.7″W (50.266, -5.0527)
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Frequently asked questions
Where is Cornwall?
Cornwall is a county in England. Its coordinates are 50.266, -5.0527. It lies in Europe.
What is the weather like in Cornwall right now?
It is currently 58°F (14°C) with heavy drizzle. Humidity is 90% and wind is 6 mph.
When is the best time to visit Cornwall?
May, June, July and August offer the most comfortable conditions in Cornwall, which has a temperate climate. January, February and December are usually the hardest months for outdoor plans.
What time zone is Cornwall in?
Cornwall observes Europe/London (UTC+01:00). The local time is 9:39 AM.
How many people live in Cornwall?
Cornwall has a population of approximately 570.000.
What is the nearest airport to Cornwall?
The closest airports are London Heathrow Airport (LHR), 217 mi away, London Gatwick Airport (LGW), 222 mi away and Dublin Airport (DUB), 224 mi away.
What are the top things to do in Cornwall?
Popular options include Stonehenge, Stonehenge, Avebury and Associated Sites, Snowdonia National Park, Mont-Saint-Michel and its Bay, Mont-Saint-Michel and Big Ben and the Houses of Parliament.
What places are in Cornwall?
Cornwall covers 1 places in this atlas, including St Ives.
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Data sources and methodology
| Place data | USPOTUS Atlas dataset (uk-regions) - coordinates, hierarchy and facts. |
|---|---|
| Method | Scores, comparisons and advice on this page are computed from the inputs above. Distances are straight-line. Nothing is estimated where data is missing - the block is simply not shown. |
Last updated August 21, 2026 at 9:39 AM local time. Live blocks refresh every 15 minutes; climate averages monthly.
