Storm Chaser - Cornwall

This forecast identifies when Atlantic storm conditions create dramatic—but photographable—conditions along Cornwall's exposed coastline. We track storm intensity, wave height, wind speed, and clearing patterns to predict when you can safely capture storm drama.

Cornwall's position jutting into the Atlantic makes it one of Britain's premier locations for storm photography. Winter Atlantic depressions bring powerful swells that create spectacular wave action against granite cliffs, while rapid weather changes mean clearing conditions often follow close behind storm systems, providing dramatic light.

What makes Cornwall special for storm photography:

• Atlantic exposure - Unobstructed fetch means powerful wave action at exposed headlands
• Storm focal points - Sennen Cove and Porthleven famous for dramatic wave photography
• Historic elements - Lighthouses and mine ruins add narrative to storm scenes
• Rapid clearing - Post-frontal clearing often produces rainbow opportunities and dramatic light

Sennen Cove near Land's End becomes a magnet for storm photographers when Atlantic swells arrive—waves can reach spectacular heights, crashing over the harbour wall. Porthleven is notorious for storm surge conditions, with massive waves flooding the historic harbour during peak storms—dramatic but requiring extreme caution. The Botallack tin mine engine houses perched on cliffs become even more dramatic when waves explode below them. Godrevy Lighthouse withstanding storm seas creates powerful compositions. Safety is paramount—our forecast helps identify conditions that are dramatic but not dangerous, tracking when the worst of storms have passed but seas remain photogenic. Always maintain safe distances, never turn your back on the sea, and be aware that "sneaker waves" can arrive unexpectedly during storm conditions.