Can you swim at Plage des Culs Nus 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 des Culs Nus live page for full conditions.

Best months to swim
July · August · September

Frequently asked questions

What is the average sea temperature at Plage des Culs Nus in March?

Plage des Culs Nus 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 des Culs Nus in March?

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

Do I need a wetsuit at Plage des Culs Nus in March?

A 3/2 mm wetsuit makes longer swims comfortable.