Plage Pereire Water Temperature & Swim Forecast
Pine-back Arcachon beach.
Pleasant water with a light chop and a light breeze — great swimming conditions.
Model estimate · modelled, not a buoy measurement. How accurate is this?
Location
Plage Pereire on the map, with nearby beaches and live sea temperatures.
7-day forecast
Water, air, waves, wind and UV outlook for the week ahead.
Rash vest or swimsuit
At 22.4°C most swimmers and surfers are comfortable in a swimsuit or thin rash top.
Recommendation tuned for Plage Pereire's current water temperature. Individual tolerance, wind chill, and session length all matter — when in doubt, size up.
Plage Pereire swimming conditions summary
- Water temperature
- 22.4°C
- Water feels
- Pleasant
- Swimmable today
- Yes — comfortable for most swimmers
- Swim conditions score
- 85/100 · Excellent
- Wetsuit needed
- Rash vest or swimsuit
- Air temperature
- —
- Waves
- —
- Wind
- —
- UV index
- —
- Average sea temperature (September)
- 22.0 °C
- Warmest months to swim
- July, August, September
At 22.4°C most swimmers and surfers are comfortable in a swimsuit or thin rash top. Model estimate. Water, wave, wind and UV values are Open-Meteo marine/weather model estimates, refreshed hourly — not buoy measurements.
Frequently asked questions
Can I swim at Plage Pereire right now?
The sea at Plage Pereire is currently 22.4°C — great 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 Pereire next week?
Based on long-term September averages and the latest marine model, expect the sea around Plage Pereire to sit close to 19.9°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 Pereire?
July – August – September are typically the warmest months to swim at Plage Pereire, with sea temperatures at their seasonal peak.
Do I need a wetsuit at Plage Pereire?
With water currently at 22.4°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.
Can I swim at Plage Pereire today?
The sea is currently 22.4°C — excellent swimming conditions. Most swimmers will find it pleasant.
- • Located in Aquitaine, France (Bay of Biscay).
- • 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.
Best time to swim in Plage Pereire
The sea in Plage Pereire peaks in August, when the water averages around 24°C.
The main swimming season runs from June – September, when surface temperatures stay comfortable for extended sessions.
On average, 4 months a year sit above 20°C — the threshold most swimmers describe as pleasant without a wetsuit.
Shoulder months like May and October are noticeably cooler but often quieter, with fewer crowds and steadier weather.
Outside peak season the water drops toward 15°C, so a 3/2mm shorty or full wetsuit makes long swims much more comfortable.
The coldest month is typically January at around 13°C, when cold-water swimmers dominate the coast.
Plage Pereire sea temperature history
Long-term climatology for Plage Pereire shows an annual mean sea temperature of 17°C, ranging from 13°C in winter to 24°C at the summer peak.
The seasonal swing is roughly 11°C between the coldest and warmest month — a useful yardstick when comparing years or checking whether the current sea is running above or below average.
Recent decades have trended slightly warmer at Plage Pereire, in line with regional sea-surface temperature records for the wider basin.
Monthly averages below are drawn from multi-decadal climatology and are updated as new observations arrive.
Plage Pereire sea temperature: frequently asked questions
What is the warmest month to swim in Plage Pereire?
August is the warmest month in Plage Pereire, when the sea averages about 24°C. Late-season warmth often persists a few weeks after peak.
When is the sea coldest in Plage Pereire?
The coldest month in Plage Pereire is typically January, when the water averages around 13°C. Cold-water swimmers and surfers dominate this period.
When can you swim in Plage Pereire without a wetsuit?
The main swimming season in Plage Pereire runs from June – September — about 4 months a year when the sea sits above 20°C, the level most swimmers describe as pleasant without a wetsuit.
Do I need a wetsuit in Plage Pereire?
Outside peak summer the water in Plage Pereire drops toward 15°C, so a 3/2mm shorty or full wetsuit makes long swims much more comfortable. In peak months most swimmers go without.
What is the average sea temperature in Plage Pereire?
The long-term annual mean sea temperature in Plage Pereire is about 17°C, based on multi-decadal climatology of the surrounding waters.
How do I check the current sea temperature in Plage Pereire?
The live reading at the top of this page shows the current sea temperature in Plage Pereire, updated hourly from marine buoy and satellite data. The 7-day forecast covers water, air, waves, wind and UV for the week ahead.
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 |
Nearby beaches
The closest coastline, with live water temperatures.