St Ives Travel Guide
St Ives travel guide: interactive map, live weather, best time to visit, things to do and nearby places.
Summary
St Ives is a city in Cornwall. St Ives is known for Cornish beaches and the Tate. It has a population of about 11.000.
Right now it is 69°F (20°C) in St Ives with overcast. It feels like 67°F. Today runs from 61°F to 69°F. Chance of precipitation is 75%. Sightseeing conditions score 7.5/10 - good conditions.
The best time to visit St Ives 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 67°F, while January is the coldest with lows near 42°F.
The closest major airport is Dublin Airport (DUB), about 225 mi away. Nearby highlights include Stonehenge, Avebury and Associated Sites, Stonehenge, Snowdonia National Park and Mont-Saint-Michel and its Bay.
In plain terms. Today is slightly warmer than average for August. The forecast high of 69°F is 3.2°F above the 66°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 St Ives today at 8.9/10. 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.
Map of St Ives
Interactive map with nearby places. Switch between street, terrain and satellite views.
Coordinates: 50°12′30.2″N 5°28′48″W (50.2084, -5.48)
Weather in St Ives right now
Source: Open-Meteo. Updated 4:55 PM, Aug 25 local time.
Weekend outlook
🌧️ 68° / 62°
Rain · 85% rain · wind 22 mph
🌦️ 67° / 60°
Light rain · 88% rain · wind 20 mph
Quick facts about St Ives
| Type | City |
|---|---|
| County | Cornwall |
| Country | United Kingdom |
| Continent | Europe |
| Coordinates | 50°12′30.2″N 5°28′48″W (50.2084, -5.48) |
| Population | 11.000 |
| Known for | Cornish beaches and the Tate |
| Local time | 4:55 PM (UTC+01:00) |
| Best months | May, June, July and August |
| Climate | Temperate |
Things to do in St Ives
Attractions, parks and landmarks in and around St Ives.
Best time to visit St Ives
Go in May, June, July and August. These months score highest on comfortable temperatures, low rainfall and useful daylight.
Hardest months: January, February and December - expect the least comfortable mix of heat, cold or rain.
What to pack, what to skip
- A packable rain shell - 7 of the next 7 days carry a real chance of rain
- If your dates are flexible, avoid January, February and December - historically the least comfortable months here.
Airports near St Ives
Closest airports with IATA codes and distances.
| Airport | Code | Distance | Serves |
|---|---|---|---|
| Dublin Airport | DUB | 225 mi | Dublin |
| London Heathrow Airport | LHR | 236 mi | London |
| London Gatwick Airport | LGW | 241 mi | Sussex |
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Frequently asked questions
Where is St Ives?
St Ives is a city in Cornwall. Its coordinates are 50.2084, -5.48. It lies in Europe.
What is the weather like in St Ives right now?
It is currently 69°F (20°C) with overcast. Humidity is 79% and wind is 12 mph.
When is the best time to visit St Ives?
May, June, July and August offer the most comfortable conditions in St Ives, which has a temperate climate. January, February and December are usually the hardest months for outdoor plans.
What time zone is St Ives in?
St Ives observes Europe/London (UTC+01:00). The local time is 4:55 PM.
How many people live in St Ives?
St Ives has a population of approximately 11.000.
What is the nearest airport to St Ives?
The closest airports are Dublin Airport (DUB), 225 mi away, London Heathrow Airport (LHR), 236 mi away and London Gatwick Airport (LGW), 241 mi away.
What are the top things to do in St Ives?
Popular options include Stonehenge, Avebury and Associated Sites, Stonehenge, Snowdonia National Park, Mont-Saint-Michel and its Bay and Mont-Saint-Michel.
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Data sources and methodology
| Place data | USPOTUS Atlas dataset (cities-supported) - coordinates, hierarchy and facts. |
|---|---|
| Map tiles | OpenStreetMap contributors, CARTO and Esri. |
| Elevation | Open-Meteo digital elevation model where the dataset has no value. |
| 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 25, 2026 at 4:55 PM local time. Live blocks refresh every 15 minutes; climate averages monthly.
