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

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

Benodet is a coastal city in France. It is a rather small-sized town in proximity to the ocean with a population of 2898 people. The water temperature around Benodet has slight variability during the year. The temperature ranges from 9.1°C (48.5°F) in February up to 16.6°C (62°F) in the month of September, as shown in the interactive table below. The average water temperature throughout the year is 13°C (56°F) and the best time for water activities is early fall, since Benodet 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 Benodet?

The current water temperature in the month of December in the waters around Benodet is ca:

Are there surf spots near by?

Yes, there are a few surf spots in close proximity to Benodet. The nearest one is Le Letty, which is just 1.2km (1.4miles) away from Benodet. Click here for directions and for more information on Le Letty and its current water temperature. Other surfspots near Benodet are Treustel, which is ca 2.2km (1.4miles) away, and Lesconil, located approximately 7.2km (4.5miles) from Benodet.

Are there white sand beaches near by?

Not many beaches are close to Benodet. A beach that might be worth checking out is Maenporth, which is more than 161.6km (100.3miles) away from Benodet. If you have some extra time, you can also check out Mounts Bay, which is ca 161.6km (100.4miles) away from Benodet.

What wetsuit thickness do I need for Benodet?

The sea temperature around Benodet is relatively cold, reaching up to 17°C (62°F) in the months of August, September, and October. During this time, in the early fall, a 2-3mm wetsuit might be required to be in the water for several hours, but some people might even be ok with a jumpsuit or even a wetsuit top for surfing, swimming, snorkelling, or diving . However, during January, February, and March, temperatures come down to nearly 9°C (48°F). During this season, a 4-5mm wetsuit is recommended to be able to stay in the water for more than 20 minutes, but some might even be fine with a very high-quality 4/3mm suit for short amounts of time . For very chilly conditions and cold mornings/evenings, it might be advisable to bring a pair of boots, a hoodie and a gloves.

How is the diving and fishing near Benodet?

Due to significant sea temperature changes during the year, fishing and diving conditions change a lot depending on the season. The temperature ranges from 9 to 14°C (48-57°F) during winter. Haddock, Pollock, and Atlantic Cod love this temperature range. Nevertheless, the conditions change during August, September, and October when temperatures range from 12 to 17°C (53-62°F). Fish that love this water temperature include: Red Snapper, Skipjack Tuna, Striped Bass, and Weakfish.

Directions to Benodet: How do I get there?

Please follow the directions in the map below.

Fun facts about Benodet...

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