Information
Sunny Sands beach is a sandy beach to the east of Folkestone harbour.
The beach can get very busy in the summer as it is a rare sandy beach on this stretch of coast.
Facilities include parking available next to the harbour, promenade, toilets, cafe, pubs and beach shop.
Why not check other beaches nearby as we have 4 beaches around Folkestone, 46 beaches in Kent, or check our list of Kent Dog Friendly Beaches.
Beach Water Quality
- Excellent: the highest classification meaning the water is cleanest
- Good: generally good water quality
- Sufficient: meets minimum standards
- Poor: You are advised not to swim. The beach will stay open and an action plan should be in place to improve the water quality.
Weather
Sunny Sands Beach 7 day weather forecast, weather in Folkestone, Kent

Expect a temp in the range 12℃ to 14.1℃ with wind speed 5.6 m/sec (WSW)

Expect a temp in the range 9.4℃ to 10.6℃ with wind speed 3.6 m/sec (W)

Expect a temp in the range 10.5℃ to 11.5℃ with wind speed 5.2 m/sec (W)

Expect a temp in the range 12.2℃ to 13.8℃ with wind speed 5.8 m/sec (W)

Expect a temp in the range 8.8℃ to 11.1℃ with wind speed 4.7 m/sec (NNW)

Expect a temp in the range 8.6℃ to 9.9℃ with wind speed 4.5 m/sec (N)

Expect a temp in the range 9.1℃ to 10.5℃ with wind speed 1.6 m/sec (E)
Folkestone weather forecast from Yr, delivered by the Norwegian Meteorological Institute and NRK
Tides
Sunny Sands Beach tide times.
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