Sea temperatures, water sports and vacation activities near Arcangues, France

Water temperatures throughout the year and general information about Arcangues...

Arcangues is a coastal city in France. It is a comparatively little coastal town in proximity to the ocean with a population of 2947 people. The water temperature around Arcangues varies significantly during the year. The temperature ranges from 10.8°C (51.4°F) in February up to 23.1°C (73.6°F) in the month of August, as shown in the graph below. The average water temperature throughout the year is 16°C (61°F) and the best time for water activities is late summer, since Arcangues is located in the northern hemisphere.
Hover over the bars to see temperature for each month in Celsius and Fahrenheit.

What is the current water temperature near Arcangues?

The current water temperature in the month of December in the waters close to Arcangues is approximately:

Are there surf spots near by?

Yes, there are several surf spots in close proximity to Arcangues. The nearest one is BidartII, which is only 3.5km (2.2miles) away from Arcangues. Click here for more information on BidartII and its current water temperature. Other fun surfspots near Arcangues are Bidart-Pavillon Royal, which is roughly 3.5km (2.2miles) away, and IIbarritz, located approximately 3.5km (2.2miles) from Arcangues.

Are there nice beaches near by?

No, there are not many beaches in proximity to Arcangues. A good beach nearby is Magdalena, which is only 45.9km (28.5miles) away from Arcangues. Another beautiful beach near Arcangues is Salinas, which is approximately 86km (53.4miles) away.

What wetsuit thickness is needed for Arcangues?

The water temperature around Arcangues is warm, reaching up to 23°C (74°F) in the months of July, August, and September. During this time, in the late summer, a 1mm top or a jumpsuit might be required for most people, but some people might even be ok without a wetsuit for surfing, swimming, snorkelling, or diving . Nevertheless, during January, February, and March, temperatures come down to nearly 11°C (51°F). During these months, a 4-5mm wetsuit is recommended to be able to stay in the water for more than 20 minutes, but some people might even be fine with a very high-quality 4/3mm suit for short periods of time . For very windy conditions and cold mornings/evenings, it might be better to carry a pair of boots, a hoodie and a gloves.

How is the scuba diving and fishing near Arcangues?

Due to relatively large sea temperature changes during the year, diving and fishing conditions change a lot depending on the season. The temperature ranges from 11 to 16°C (51-60°F) during January, February, and March. Atlantic Mackerel, Winter Flounder, and Tautog are typical fish that can be found in waters of this temperature range. Nevertheless, the conditions change during July, August, and September when sea temperatures reach 18 to 23°C (65-74°F). Fish that can often be found in waters with these temperatures include: Bigeye Tuna, Blackfin Tuna, King Mackerel, Spotted Seatrout, and White Marlin.

Directions to Arcangues: How do I get there?

Please follow the directions in the map below.

Interesting facts about Arcangues...

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