Can you swim at Plage d'Étretat in January? — 13.0°C water
Cool — short dips or a shorty wetsuit
Average sea · January
13.0°C
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Recommended wetsuit
4/3mm fullsuit
cool
Cool. 13.0°C in January 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 d'Étretat live page for full conditions.
Best months to swim
July · August · September
Frequently asked questions
What is the average sea temperature at Plage d'Étretat in January?
Plage d'Étretat averages 13.0°C in January, based on long-run climatology for the English Channel.
Is the sea warm enough to swim at Plage d'Étretat in January?
Not without thermal protection — a wetsuit is recommended at 13.0°C.
Do I need a wetsuit at Plage d'Étretat in January?
