Sea temperatures, water sports and vacation activities near Besse-sur-Issole, France

Water temperatures throughout the year and general information about Besse-sur-Issole...

Besse-sur-Issole is a coastal city in France. It is a comparatively little coastal town close to the water with a population of 1923 people. The water temperature around Besse-sur-Issole varies slightly throughout the year. The temperature ranges from 13°C (55.4°F) in February up to 22.6°C (72.6°F) in the month of August, as shown in the graph below. The average water temperature throughout the year is 17°C (63°F) and the best time for water activities is late summer, since Besse-sur-Issole 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 Besse-sur-Issole?

The current water temperature in the month of April near Besse-sur-Issole is approximately:

Are there surf spots near Besse-sur-Issole?

Not too many surf spots are located in proximity to Besse-sur-Issole. A spot that might be worth checking out is Alassio, which is 109km (67.7miles) away from Besse-sur-Issole. Click here for directions and for more information on Alassio and its water temperature. If you don't mind the long travel, you can also try surfing Palavas les Flots, which is ca 113km (70.2miles) away from Besse-sur-Issole. Another good surfspot is Palavas les Flots, located approximately 113km (70.2miles) from Besse-sur-Issole.

Are there beautiful beaches close by?

No, there are not too many beaches close to Besse-sur-Issole. A beach that might be worth checking out is Bora Bora, which is 55.7km (34.6miles) away from Besse-sur-Issole. Another fun beach near Besse-sur-Issole is Ventimiglia, 77.6km (48.2miles) away.

What wetsuit is recommended for Besse-sur-Issole?

The water temperature around Besse-sur-Issole is warm, reaching up to 23°C (73°F) in the months of July, August, and September. During this time, in the late summer, a light top or a jumpsuit might be required to stay in the water for more than half an hour, but some might even be fine without a wetsuit for surfing, swimming, snorkelling, or scuba diving around Besse-sur-Issole. However, during January, February, and March, sea temperatures reach lows of approximately 13°C (55°F). During these months, a 3-4mm wetsuit is recommended to feel comfortable, but some might even be fine with a good 2/3mm suit . For very cold conditions and cold mornings/evenings, it might be better to carry a pair of boots and a wetsuit hoodie.

How is the scuba diving and fishing close to Besse-sur-Issole?

Due to relatively large temperature changes throughout the year, fishing and Scuba diving conditions alter quite a bit depending on the time of the year. The temperature ranges from 13 to 18°C (55-64°F) during winter. Atlantic Mackerel, Winter Flounder, and Tautog love this temperature range. However, the conditions normally change during July, August, and September when temperatures go up to 18 to 23°C (64-73°F). Fish which like to swim in waters of this temperature range include: Bigeye Tuna, Blackfin Tuna, King Mackerel, Spotted Seatrout, and White Marlin.

Directions to Besse-sur-Issole: How do I get there?

Please follow the directions in the map below.

Interesting facts about Besse-sur-Issole...

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