Languedoc is a coastal area of France on the Mediterranean Sea, with 37 tracked beaches. The sea here ranges from about 13°C in the coolest month to 24°C at the summer peak, with roughly 4 months a year sitting above 20°C — the level most swimmers describe as pleasant without a wetsuit. Use the beach list below to check the current sea temperature at each spot before you head out.
Languedoc
37 tracked beaches in Languedoc, France, with live Mediterranean Sea temperatures.
Sea
Mediterranean Sea
Avg sea temp now
16.0°C
Best months
June – September
Best time to swim in Languedoc
The sea in Languedoc peaks in August, when the water averages around 24°C.
The main swimming season runs from June – September, when surface temperatures stay comfortable for extended sessions.
On average, 4 months a year sit above 20°C — the threshold most swimmers describe as pleasant without a wetsuit.
Shoulder months like May and October are noticeably cooler but often quieter, with fewer crowds and steadier weather.
Outside peak season the water drops toward 15°C, so a 3/2mm shorty or full wetsuit makes long swims much more comfortable.
The coldest month is typically January at around 13°C, when cold-water swimmers dominate the coast.
Languedoc sea temperature history
Long-term climatology for Languedoc shows an annual mean sea temperature of 17°C, ranging from 13°C in winter to 24°C at the summer peak.
The seasonal swing is roughly 11°C between the coldest and warmest month — a useful yardstick when comparing years or checking whether the current sea is running above or below average.
Recent decades have trended slightly warmer at Languedoc, in line with regional sea-surface temperature records for the wider basin.
Monthly averages below are drawn from multi-decadal climatology and are updated as new observations arrive.
Jan
13°C
Feb
13°C
Mar
13°C
Apr
14°C
May
17°C
Jun
20°C
Jul
23°C
Aug
24°C
Sep
22°C
Oct
19°C
Nov
16°C
Dec
14°C
Values are area averages; individual beaches vary by exposure and depth.
Languedoc sea temperature: frequently asked questions
What is the warmest month to swim in Languedoc?
August is the warmest month in Languedoc, when the sea averages about 24°C. Late-season warmth often persists a few weeks after peak.
When is the sea coldest in Languedoc?
The coldest month in Languedoc is typically January, when the water averages around 13°C. Cold-water swimmers and surfers dominate this period.
When can you swim in Languedoc without a wetsuit?
The main swimming season in Languedoc runs from June – September — about 4 months a year when the sea sits above 20°C, the level most swimmers describe as pleasant without a wetsuit.
Do I need a wetsuit in Languedoc?
Outside peak summer the water in Languedoc drops toward 15°C, so a 3/2mm shorty or full wetsuit makes long swims much more comfortable. In peak months most swimmers go without.
What is the average sea temperature in Languedoc?
The long-term annual mean sea temperature in Languedoc is about 17°C, based on multi-decadal climatology of the surrounding waters.
How do I check the current sea temperature in Languedoc?
The live reading at the top of this page shows the current sea temperature in Languedoc, updated hourly from marine buoy and satellite data. The 7-day forecast covers water, air, waves, wind and UV for the week ahead.
Beaches in the Languedoc
Ranked by current live sea temperature.
- 1Plage de la CornicheSète, France16.7°C
- 2Plage du LazaretSète, France16.7°C
- 3Plage de la RoquilleCap d'Agde, France16.7°C
- 4Plage Sud du BarcarèsLe Barcarès, France16.7°C
- 5Plage Sainte-MarieSainte-Marie-la-Mer, France16.7°C
- 6Plage de Saint-CyprienSaint-Cyprien, France16.5°C
- 7Plage des CoussoulesLeucate, France16.5°C
- 8Plage de la ConqueAgde, France16.4°C
- 9Plage RichelieuCap d'Agde, France16.4°C
- 10Plage Narbonne-PlageNarbonne-Plage, France16.4°C
- 11Plage Nord ArgelèsArgelès-sur-Mer, France16.4°C
- 12Plage du MôleSérignan-Plage, France16.3°C
- 13Plage du RacouArgelès-sur-Mer, France16.3°C
- 14Anse de PeyrefiteCerbère, France16.3°C
- 15Plage de Port LeucateLeucate, France16.2°C
- 16Plage de la CoudalèreLe Barcarès, France16.2°C
- 17Plage de CarnonMauguio, France16.0°C
- 18Plage d'ArgelèsArgelès-sur-Mer, France16.0°C
- 19Plage du PonantLa Grande-Motte, France16.0°C
- 20Plage de la Vieille NouvelleGruissan, France16.0°C
- 21Anse de PaulillesPort-Vendres, France16.0°C
- 22Plage Sud du Grau-du-RoiLe Grau-du-Roi, France15.9°C
- 23Plage Centrale ValrasValras-Plage, France15.9°C
- 24Plage La FranquiLeucate, France15.9°C
- 25Plage de l'EspiguetteLe Grau-du-Roi, France15.8°C
- 26Plage de la Grande ConqueCap d'Agde, France15.8°C
- 27Plage des ElmesBanyuls-sur-Mer, France15.8°C
- 28Plage du MouretLeucate, France15.7°C
- 29Plage de VilleneuveVilleneuve-lès-Maguelone, France15.6°C
- 30Plage des ChaletsGruissan, France15.6°C
- 31Plage des AresquiersFrontignan, France15.5°C
- 32Plage Est MarseillanMarseillan-Plage, France15.5°C
- 33Plage Saint-PierreSaint-Pierre-la-Mer, France15.5°C
- 34Plage Centrale BanyulsBanyuls-sur-Mer, France15.5°C
- 35Plage Saint-VincentCollioure, France15.5°C
- 36Plage de la VilleCollioure, France15.4°C
- 37Plage de la PalmePortiragnes-Plage, France15.3°C
Swimming in the Languedoc — FAQ
How warm is the sea in the Languedoc in November?
The Mediterranean Sea off the Languedoc averages about 16.0°C in November, based on long-term monthly averages for this coast.
When is the best time to swim in the Languedoc?
The Languedoc is warmest in August (around 24.0°C) and coldest in January (around 13.0°C). There are typically 3 months a year when the water sits above 22°C.
What is the average yearly sea temperature in the Languedoc?
Across all twelve months, the sea in the Languedoc averages about 17.3°C.
Do you need a wetsuit to swim in the Languedoc?
In peak season (around August, ~24.0°C) most swimmers are comfortable without a wetsuit. Outside summer, when the water drops toward 13.0°C, a 3/2mm to 5/4mm wetsuit is recommended.