Can you swim at Plage du Penon in December? — 14.0°C water
Cool — short dips or a shorty wetsuit
Average sea · December
14.0°C
Live water now
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Recommended wetsuit
4/3mm fullsuit
cool
Cool. 14.0°C in December 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 du Penon live page for full conditions.
Best months to swim
July · August · September
Frequently asked questions
What is the average sea temperature at Plage du Penon in December?
Plage du Penon averages 14.0°C in December, based on long-run climatology for the Bay of Biscay.
Is the sea warm enough to swim at Plage du Penon in December?
Not without thermal protection — a wetsuit is recommended at 14.0°C.
Do I need a wetsuit at Plage du Penon in December?
