Can I swim at Plage des Dames right now?

The sea at Plage des Dames is currently 24.4°C — excellent swimming conditions. Most swimmers will find the water comfortable when it's above 22°C; below 18°C feels fresh and a wetsuit is recommended.

What will the sea temperature be at Plage des Dames next week?

Based on long-term June averages and the latest marine model, expect the sea around Plage des Dames to sit close to 22.1°C over the next 7 days. Check the live 7-day chart above for the exact daily outlook.

When is the best month to swim at Plage des Dames?

July – August – September are typically the warmest months to swim at Plage des Dames, with sea temperatures at their seasonal peak.

Do I need a wetsuit at Plage des Dames?

With water currently at 24.4°C: above 22°C no wetsuit needed; 18–22°C a shorty is comfortable for long swims; 14–18°C a 3/2mm full suit; below 14°C a 4/3mm or thicker.

France

Pays de la Loire · Atlantic Ocean

Plage des Dames

Beach near Noirmoutier.

Warm water with a light chop and a moderate breeze — good swimming conditions.

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Sea temperature now

24.4°Chot

Excellent

Updated just now · Source: Open-Meteo Marine

Air temperature

22.1°C

Wave height

0.6 m

Wind

25.0 km/h

UV index

6.2 UV index

Location

Plage des Dames on the map, with nearby beaches and live sea temperatures.

7-day forecast

Water, air, waves, wind and UV outlook for the week ahead.

Wetsuit recommendation

No wetsuit

At 24.4°C the water is warm enough to swim and surf in just a swimsuit or boardshorts.

Surf & watersports

Tropical-feel conditions. Most swimmers stay comfortable for an hour or more without thermal protection. UV exposure is the bigger risk — sunscreen and a rash vest are worth packing.

Open-water swimming

Open-water swims of 60+ minutes feel comfortable with no neoprene.

Recommendation tuned for Plage des Dames's current water temperature. Individual tolerance, wind chill, and session length all matter — when in doubt, size up.

Quick answer

Can I swim at Plage des Dames today?

The sea is currently 24.4°C — excellent swimming conditions. Most swimmers will find it pleasant.

Key takeaways

• Located in Pays de la Loire, France (Atlantic Ocean).
• Family friendly with calm, accessible water.
• Live data refreshed hourly from Open-Meteo Marine.

Monthly sea temperature averages

Tap any month to see what to expect — based on regional climatology.

Jan13°C Feb13°C Mar13°C Apr14°C May17°C Jun20°C Jul23°CBest Aug24°CBest Sep22°CBest Oct19°C Nov16°C Dec14°C

13°C → 24°C· Current month outlined· “Best” = within 2°C of the annual peak

Year-round sea temperature

Best swim months: Jun – Jul – Aug – Sep

Month	Sea	Comfort
Jan	13°C	Cold
Feb	13°C	Cold
Mar	13°C	Cold
Apr	14°C	Bracing
May	17°C	Bracing
Jun	20°C	Pleasant
Jul	23°C	Warm
Aug ⭐	24°C	Warm
Sep	22°C	Warm
Oct	19°C	Pleasant
Nov	16°C	Bracing
Dec	14°C	Bracing