Plage de Cap-Ferret — Sea temperature now
Beach near Cap-Ferret.
Pleasant water with a light chop and a light breeze — great swimming conditions.
Location
Plage de Cap-Ferret on the map, with nearby beaches and live sea temperatures.
7-day forecast
Water, air, waves, wind and UV outlook for the week ahead.
Monthly sea temperature averages
Typical year-round water temperature, based on regional climatology.
Best time to swim in Plage de Cap-Ferret
The sea in Plage de Cap-Ferret 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.
Plage de Cap-Ferret sea temperature history
Long-term climatology for Plage de Cap-Ferret 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 Plage de Cap-Ferret, 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.
Plage de Cap-Ferret sea temperature: frequently asked questions
What is the warmest month to swim in Plage de Cap-Ferret?
August is the warmest month in Plage de Cap-Ferret, when the sea averages about 24°C. Late-season warmth often persists a few weeks after peak.
When is the sea coldest in Plage de Cap-Ferret?
The coldest month in Plage de Cap-Ferret is typically January, when the water averages around 13°C. Cold-water swimmers and surfers dominate this period.
When can you swim in Plage de Cap-Ferret without a wetsuit?
The main swimming season in Plage de Cap-Ferret 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 Plage de Cap-Ferret?
Outside peak summer the water in Plage de Cap-Ferret 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 Plage de Cap-Ferret?
The long-term annual mean sea temperature in Plage de Cap-Ferret is about 17°C, based on multi-decadal climatology of the surrounding waters.
How do I check the current sea temperature in Plage de Cap-Ferret?
The live reading at the top of this page shows the current sea temperature in Plage de Cap-Ferret, updated hourly from marine buoy and satellite data. The 7-day forecast covers water, air, waves, wind and UV for the week ahead.
Year-round sea temperature
Best swim months: Jun – Jul – Aug – Sep
| Month | Sea | Comfort |
|---|---|---|
| Jan | 13°C | Cold |
| Feb | 13°C | Cold |
| Mar | 13°C | Cold |
| Apr | 14°C | Bracing |
| May | 17°C | Bracing |
| Jun | 20°C | Pleasant |
| Jul | 23°C | Warm |
| Aug ⭐ | 24°C | Warm |
| Sep | 22°C | Warm |
| Oct | 19°C | Pleasant |
| Nov | 16°C | Bracing |
| Dec | 14°C | Bracing |