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

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

Caestre is a coastal city in France. It is a comparatively little coastal town close to the water with a population of 1734 people. The water temperature around Caestre changes significantly year round. The temperature ranges from 5.7°C (42.2°F) in January up to 19.3°C (66.7°F) in the month of August, as shown in the graph below. The average water temperature throughout the year is 12°C (53°F) and the best time for water activities is late summer, since Caestre 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 Caestre?

The current water temperature in the month of September near Caestre is approximately:

Are there surf spots near Caestre?

There are not too many surf spots close to Caestre. A spot that might be worth checking out is Dunkerque, which is about 23.2km (16.5miles) away from Caestre. Click here for directions and to check out more information on Dunkerque and its water temperature. Other surfspots near Caestre are Nieuwpoort, which is ca 26.6km (16.5miles) away, and Westende, located approximately 29km (18miles) from Caestre.

Are there nice beaches near by?

No, there are not too many beaches in close proximity to Caestre. A good beach nearby is Ostend, which is just 34.6km (21.5miles) away from Caestre. Another nice beach near Caestre is Bredene, roughly 36.6km (22.7miles) away.

Which wetsuit thickness is needed for Caestre?

The water temperature around Caestre is relatively cold, reaching up to 19°C (67°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 diving . Nevertheless, during winter, temperatures reach lows of roughly 6°C (42°F). During these months, a 5/4 wetsuit is recommended to be able to stay in the water for a significant amount of time, but some people might even be ok with a very high-quality 4/3mm suit for short periods of time . For very cold conditions and cold mornings/evenings, it might be better to bring a pair of boots, a hoodie and a gloves.

How is the scuba diving and fishing close to Caestre?

Due to relatively large 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 6 to 11°C (42-51°F) during winter. Haddock, Pollock, and Atlantic Cod love this temperature range. The conditions change during summer when water temperatures range from 14 to 19°C (58-67°F). Fish that can frequently be found in waters with these temperatures include: Red Snapper, Skipjack Tuna, Striped Bass, and Weakfish.

Directions to Caestre: How do I get there?

Please follow the directions in the map below.

Interesting facts about Caestre...

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