Sea temperatures, water sports and vacation activities near Berck-Plage, France

Water temperatures throughout the year and general information about Berck-Plage...

Berck-Plage is a coastal city in France. It is a comparatively little coastal town in proximity to the ocean with a population of 15675 people. The water temperature around Berck-Plage changes significantly year round. The temperature ranges from 5.1°C (41.3°F) in February up to 18°C (64.5°F) in the month of August, as shown in the graph below. The average water temperature throughout the year is 11°C (52°F) and the best time for water activities is late summer, since Berck-Plage 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 Berck-Plage?

The current water temperature in the month of May in the waters close to Berck-Plage is approximately:

Are there surf spots near by?

Yes, there are several surf spots in close proximity to Berck-Plage. The nearest one is Berck sur mer, which is only 0.3km (0.7miles) away from Berck-Plage. Click here for directions and to check out more information on Berck sur mer and its water temperature. Other fun surfspots near Berck-Plage are Terminus berck, which is roughly 1.2km (0.7miles) away, and Mers-Les-Bains, located ca 24.7km (15.3miles) from Berck-Plage.

Are there beautiful beaches near by?

No, there are not many beaches in close proximity to Berck-Plage. A good beach nearby is Lydd-on-Sea, which is just 45.3km (28.1miles) away from Berck-Plage. Another nice beach near Berck-Plage is Camber Sands, roughly 49.1km (30.5miles) away.

What wetsuit thickness is needed for Berck-Plage?

The water temperature around Berck-Plage is relatively cold, reaching up to 18°C (64°F) in the months of July, August, and September. During this time, in the late summer, a 2-3mm wetsuit might be recommended to feel comfortable, but some might even be ok with a jumpsuit or even a wetsuit top for surfing, swimming, snorkelling, or scuba diving around Berck-Plage. However, during late winter, temperatures drop down to roughly 5°C (41°F). During this season, a 5/4 wetsuit is required to be able to stay in the water for several hours, but some might even be fine with a very high-quality 4/3mm suit for short amounts of time . For very cold conditions and cold mornings/evenings, it might be recommended to have a pair of boots, a hoodie and a gloves.

How is the scuba diving and fishing near Berck-Plage?

Due to relatively large water temperature changes during the year, scuba diving and fishing conditions vary quite a bit depending on the time of the year. The temperature ranges from 5 to 10°C (41-50°F) during winter. Haddock, Pollock, and Atlantic Cod are typical fish that can be found in waters of this temperature range. Nevertheless, the conditions typically change during July, August, and September when water temperatures reach 13 to 18°C (55-64°F). Fish which like to hang out in waters of this temperature range include: Red Snapper, Skipjack Tuna, Striped Bass, and Weakfish.

Directions to Berck-Plage: How do I get there?

Please follow the directions in the map below.

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