Plage du Silver — Sea temperature now
Anglet's central surf beach.
Pleasant water with a light chop and a light breeze — great swimming conditions.
Location
Plage du Silver 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 du Silver
The sea in Plage du Silver 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 du Silver sea temperature history
Long-term climatology for Plage du Silver 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 du Silver, 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 du Silver sea temperature: frequently asked questions
What is the warmest month to swim in Plage du Silver?
August is the warmest month in Plage du Silver, when the sea averages about 24°C. Late-season warmth often persists a few weeks after peak.
When is the sea coldest in Plage du Silver?
The coldest month in Plage du Silver is typically January, when the water averages around 13°C. Cold-water swimmers and surfers dominate this period.
When can you swim in Plage du Silver without a wetsuit?
The main swimming season in Plage du Silver 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 du Silver?
Outside peak summer the water in Plage du Silver 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 du Silver?
The long-term annual mean sea temperature in Plage du Silver is about 17°C, based on multi-decadal climatology of the surrounding waters.
How do I check the current sea temperature in Plage du Silver?
The live reading at the top of this page shows the current sea temperature in Plage du Silver, 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 |