Bude, United Kingdom

England · United Kingdom

Bude is a small city in England, United Kingdom with a population of 7,011. Elevation: 33 ft (10 m). Average temperature: 50°F (10°C).

Population source: Wikidata (dated census and official estimates), GeoNames. Climate: WorldClim 2.1 normals (1970-2000), NASA POWER. Updated August 2026

7,011 Population
33 ft Elevation 10 meters
50°F Avg Temperature 10°C
40.8 in Annual Rain
Europe / London Timezone

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About Bude

Bude

Bude is a seaside town in north Cornwall, England, in the civil parish of Bude-Stratton and at the mouth of the River Neet. It was sometimes formerly known as Bude Haven.

People

Population7,011
Veterans6.3%

Climate

Avg Temp50°F (10°C)
Rain40.8 in/yr
Elevation33 ft (10 m)
Population7,011
Elevation33 ft (10 m)
Coordinates50.8244°, -4.5413°
TimezoneEurope/London
Country🇬🇧 United Kingdom
State / ProvinceEngland
Average Temperature50°F (10°C)
January Average42°F (6°C)
July Average60°F (16°C)
Annual Precipitation40.8 inches (1,036 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)

About Bude

Bude is a small city in United Kingdom (England) with a population of 7,011. The city sits at an elevation of 33 feet (10 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 50°F (10°C). Temperatures range from 42°F in January to 60°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 40.8 inches. The timezone is Europe/London.

Bude experiences four distinct seasons with an average annual temperature of 50°F (10°C). Winters average 42°F in January while summers reach 60°F in July / relatively mild seasonal variation. Annual precipitation totals 40.8 inches. The city sits at an elevation of 33 feet, near sea level.

Temperature

42°F Jan (6°C) 60°F Jul (16°C)
Annual Average50.0°F
7% below United Kingdom avg
January Average42°F (6°C)
July Average60°F (16°C)

Geography

Elevation33 ft (10 m)
Coordinates50.8244°N, 4.5413°W
TimezoneEurope/London

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 40.8"
7% above United Kingdom avg
Snowfall 0.0"
Wettest Month (Nov) 4.76"
Driest Month (May) 2.24"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

32 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M4.5. Most recent: M3.4 on Feb 24, 2023.

Oct 25, 1999 10 km N of Hirwaun, United Kingdom M4.5 132 km
Feb 17, 2018 5 km NE of Clydach, United Kingdom M4.3 111 km
Nov 10, 1996 19 km S of St Just, United Kingdom M4.1 124 km
Feb 20, 2014 17 km NNW of Ilfracombe, United Kingdom M4.1 65 km
May 31, 2001 20 km NNW of Flexbury, United Kingdom M4.0 22 km
Jan 29, 2004 2 km E of North Petherton, United Kingdom M3.7 113 km
Jan 29, 2004 2 km E of North Petherton, United Kingdom M3.6 113 km
Aug 17, 1995 28 km S of Salcombe, United Kingdom M3.6 108 km
Jan 1, 1994 Wales-England region, United Kingdom M3.6 94 km
Oct 10, 2001 2 km SSE of Caerphilly, United Kingdom M3.5 123 km
Feb 12, 2002 1 km SSE of Deri, United Kingdom M3.5 132 km
Jun 20, 2002 3 km N of Marshfield, United Kingdom M3.4 131 km
Feb 24, 2023 1 km ENE of Brynmawr, United Kingdom M3.4 145 km
Jul 30, 1999 2 km ENE of Bargoed, United Kingdom M3.3 134 km
Sep 23, 1992 1 km NNE of Tiverton, United Kingdom M3.3 75 km
Jan 29, 2004 2 km E of North Petherton, United Kingdom M3.3 113 km
Oct 16, 1997 4 km ENE of Torquay, United Kingdom M3.2 84 km
Jan 19, 2001 53 km S of Mullion, United Kingdom M3.2 146 km
Jan 28, 2002 1 km S of Abercarn, United Kingdom M3.0 133 km
Feb 8, 1998 18 km SW of Mullion, United Kingdom M2.9 120 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990-2025)

Tsunami History

1 tsunami recorded within 500 km. Highest wave on record: 0.4 m (1 ft).

Year Location Cause Max Wave Deaths Distance
2011 PLYMOUTH, ENGLAND Avalanche 0.4 m - 115 km
Source: NOAA/NCEI Historical Tsunami Database. Sorted by wave height.

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 42°F (6°C) 4.6 in
February 42°F (5°C) 3.4 in Coldest
March 44°F (7°C) 3.1 in
April 46°F (8°C) 2.4 in
May 51°F (11°C) 2.2 in Driest
June 56°F (13°C) 2.6 in
July 60°F (16°C) 2.4 in Warmest
August 60°F (16°C) 3.0 in
September 57°F (14°C) 3.4 in
October 52°F (11°C) 4.2 in
November 47°F (8°C) 4.8 in Wettest
December 44°F (7°C) 4.7 in

Bude has a seasonal temperature swing of 19°F / from 42°F in February to 60°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 40.8 inches, with November being the wettest month (4.8") and May the driest (2.2").

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Schools in Bude

3 public schools (OpenStreetMap data).

School Level Enrollment Teachers Student/Teacher
Bude Primary Academy - Infants - - - -
Bude Primary Academy - Juniors - - - -
Budehaven Community School - - - -
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Radio Stations near Bude

6 stations within ~55 km.

Station Genre Quality
BBC Radio Devon - UNKNOWN
Ocean City Radio various MP3 192 kbps
Radio Newquay - MP3 128 kbps
Mechanical Music Radio - MP3 128 kbps
Radio Drake UK hip hop MP3 128 kbps
Radio Drake hip hop MP3 128 kbps

Museums in Bude

NameTypeAddressPhoneAnnual Revenue
Canal Barge Workshop
Cornwall at War Museum
Davidstow Creamery Museum
Fisherman's Cottage
Holsworthy Museum
King Arthur's Great Halls
Lawrence House Museum
Museum of Cycling
Museum of Witchcraft and Magic
RAF Davidstow Moor Memorial Museum
The Castle Heritage Centre

Libraries in Bude

NameAddressStaffAnnual VisitsCirculationCollectionPrograms
Camelford Library0.0
Launceston Library0.0

Farmers Markets in Bude

NameAddressSeasonHoursOrganicWebsite
Hallworthy Stockyard
Kivells
Pendeen Car Boot

Hotels in Bude

3 hotels within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Elements Hotel
Falcon
Premier Inn

Restaurants in Bude

4 restaurants within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

La Bocca
Olive Tree
Silver River Chinese takeaway
Tian Di

Cafes in Bude

2 cafes within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

The Lock Gates Tea Room
Waves

Monuments in Bude

1 monuments within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Bude Light

Clinics in Bude

1 clinics within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

GB #1377046103

Veterinaries in Bude

3 veterinaries within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Penbode Pet Vets
Penbode Vets
Tamar Vets

Bus Stations in Bude

1 bus stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

GB #1377058215

Gas Stations in Bude

2 gas stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Morrisons
Shell

Banks in Bude

1 banks within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

TSB

Shopping Malls in Bude

1 shopping malls within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

The Strand Shopping Centre

Gyms in Bude

1 gyms within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

The YogaStudio Bude

Breweries in Bude

NameTypeAddressPhoneWebsite
Clovelly Brewing Company
Crackington Cider Co
Firebrand Brewing & Taproom
Holsworthy Ales
Kernowek Bevvies Cider Mill
Tintagel Brewery

Airports Near Bude

22 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Cornwall Airport NewquayNQYMedium Airport
RNAS Culdrose-Medium Airport
Royal Marines Base Chivenor-Medium Airport
Belle Vue Airfield-Small Airport
Bodmin Airfield-Small Airport
Bolt Head Airfield-Small Airport
Bonnallack Airstrip-Small Airport
Brent Tor Glider Field-Small Airport
Eaglescott Airfield-Small Airport
Eggesford Airfield-Small Airport
Gorrel Farm Airstrip-Small Airport
Hunsdon Lea Airstrip-Small Airport
Lundy Island Airfield-Small Airport
Perranporth Airfield-Small Airport
Porthtowan Airfield-Small Airport
RAF Davidstow Moor-Small Airport
Roche Barton Farm Airstrip-Small Airport
St Mellion Airstrip-Small Airport
Tinnel Farm Airstrip-Small Airport
Truro Aerodrome-Small Airport
Westacott Farm Airstrip-Small Airport
Westover Farm Airstrip-Small Airport

Post Offices in Bude

1 post offices.

Post OfficeAddress
The Crescent Post Office

Churches & Religious Organizations in Bude

4 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).

NameAddress
Bude Central Methodist Church
Roman Catholic Church of Saint Peter
St Martin's Church
St Michael & All Angels

Quick Facts

Timezone
Europe/London

🇬🇧 About United Kingdom

Capital London
Population 66,488,991
Area 244,820 km²
GDP (USD) $3,420,796,653,789
GDP per capita $49,944
HDI 0.940
Life expectancy 81.2 years
Internet users 96.3%
Urban population 83.2%
Currency GBP (Pound)
Languages English
Calling code +44
TLD .uk
Driving side left

Public Holidays in United Kingdom

14 public holidays this year

Date Holiday Local Name
Jan 1 New Year's Day New Year's Day
Jan 2 2 January 2 January
Mar 17 Saint Patrick's Day Saint Patrick's Day
Apr 3 Good Friday Good Friday
Apr 6 Easter Monday Easter Monday
May 4 Early May Bank Holiday Early May Bank Holiday
May 25 Spring Bank Holiday Spring Bank Holiday
Jun 15 World Cup Bank Holiday World Cup Bank Holiday
Jul 13 Battle of the Boyne Battle of the Boyne
Aug 3 Summer Bank Holiday Summer Bank Holiday
Aug 31 Summer Bank Holiday Summer Bank Holiday
Nov 30 Saint Andrew's Day Saint Andrew's Day
Dec 25 Christmas Day Christmas Day
Dec 28 St. Stephen's Day Boxing Day

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What is the population of Bude?

Bude has a population of 7,011 residents and is located in United Kingdom..

What is the weather like in Bude?

Bude has a four-season climate with an average annual temperature of 50°F (10°C). Winter temperatures average 42°F in January, while summers reach an average of 60°F in July. Annual rainfall totals 40.8 inches.

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