May is a popular month to ask about Plage de la Côte des Basques because conditions can shift week to week along this coast. Expect the water near 17.0°C, with daily variation from wind, tides and recent storms. We refresh the live value from Open-Meteo Marine every hour, so the headline above always reflects the current state of the Atlantic Ocean.
Plage de la Côte des Basques sea temperature in May — averages 17.0°C
The sea at Plage de la Côte des Basques in France averages 17.0°C during May, based on long-run climatology for the Atlantic Ocean. Use the live reading below for today's actual water and the monthly grid to compare with the rest of the year.
Average sea · May
17.0°C
mild · Fair
Live water now
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Recommended wetsuit
3/2mm fullsuit
At 17.0°C a 3/2mm fullsuit is the standard wetsuit for surfing and watersports.
Monthly comparison
Yes, but expect a fresh dip · Plage de la Côte des Basques
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Frequently asked questions
What is the average sea temperature at Plage de la Côte des Basques in May?
Plage de la Côte des Basques averages 17.0°C in May, based on long-run climatology for the Atlantic Ocean.
Is the sea warm enough to swim at Plage de la Côte des Basques in May?
It is swimmable but fresh; confident swimmers will be fine without a wetsuit.
Do I need a wetsuit at Plage de la Côte des Basques in May?
A 2 mm shorty is comfortable for sessions over 30 minutes.