Can you swim at Plage de Bénodet 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
cool

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 de Bénodet live page for full conditions.

Best months to swim
July · August · September

Frequently asked questions

What is the average sea temperature at Plage de Bénodet in March?

Plage de Bénodet averages 13.0°C in March, based on long-run climatology for the Atlantic Ocean.

Is the sea warm enough to swim at Plage de Bénodet in March?

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

Do I need a wetsuit at Plage de Bénodet in March?

A 3/2 mm wetsuit makes longer swims comfortable.