Can you swim at Plage Centrale d'Hossegor in March? — 13.0°C water

Cool — short dips or a shorty wetsuit
Average sea · March
13.0°C
Live water now
Recommended wetsuit
4/3mm fullsuit
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Cool. 13.0°C in March means short dips for most people. A 2 mm shorty or 3/2 mm wetsuit transforms the experience.

Monthly averages set expectations, but the specific beach today depends on wind, swell and recent weather. Check the live value at the top of this page or open the Plage Centrale d'Hossegor live page for full conditions.

Best months to swim
July · August · September

Frequently asked questions

What is the average sea temperature at Plage Centrale d'Hossegor in March?

Plage Centrale d'Hossegor averages 13.0°C in March, based on long-run climatology for the Bay of Biscay.

Is the sea warm enough to swim at Plage Centrale d'Hossegor in March?

Not without thermal protection — a wetsuit is recommended at 13.0°C.

Do I need a wetsuit at Plage Centrale d'Hossegor in March?

A 3/2 mm wetsuit makes longer swims comfortable.