Sea temperatures, water sports and vacation activities near Cap Ferret, France

Water temperatures throughout the year and general information about Cap Ferret...

Cap Ferret is a surf spot in France. The water temperature around Cap Ferret varies slightly year round. The temperature ranges from 11°C (51.8°F) in January up to 20.5°C (69°F) in the month of August, as illustrated below. The average water temperature throughout the year is 16°C (60°F) and the best time for water activities is late summer, since Cap Ferret 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 at Cap Ferret?

The current water temperature in the month of March at Cap Ferret is about:

Are there any other surf spots close by?

Yes, there are a few surf spots in proximity to Cap Ferret. The nearest one is Cap Ferret Chenal, which is just 0.7km (0.5miles) away from Cap Ferret. Click here for directions and to check out more information on Cap Ferret Chenal and its current water temperature. Another surfspot near Cap Ferret is Le petit train, which is approximately 1.6km (1miles) away.

Are there beautiful beaches near by?

No, not too many beaches are close to Cap Ferret. A beach, which is not too far away, is Magdalena, which is almost 108km (67.1miles) away from Cap Ferret. If you have some extra time, you can also visit El Sardinero, ca 150.1km (93.2miles) away from Cap Ferret.

What kind of wetsuit thickness do I need for Cap Ferret?

The water temperature at Cap Ferret is relatively cold, reaching up to 21°C (69°F) in the months of July, August, and September. During this time, in the late summer, a 2-3mm wetsuit might be required to feel comfortable, but some people might even be ok with a jumpsuit or even a wetsuit top for surfing, swimming, snorkelling, or diving . Nevertheless, during winter, temperatures drop down to roughly 11°C (52°F). During this time, a 4-5mm 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 chilly 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 close to Cap Ferret?

Due to comparatively large temperature changes during the year, fishing and diving conditions vary quite a bit depending on the season. The temperature ranges from 11 to 16°C (52-61°F) during winter. Atlantic Mackerel, Winter Flounder, and Tautog can usually be found in waters of this temperature range. Nevertheless, the conditions change during summer when water temperatures range from 16 to 21°C (60-69°F). Fish which like to hang out in waters of this temperature range include: Red Snapper, Skipjack Tuna, Striped Bass, and Weakfish.

Directions to Cap Ferret: How do I get there?

Please follow the directions in the map below.

Some fun facts about Cap Ferret...

Do you know what the the city Vipava in Slovenia, the city Aizarnazabal in Spain, and the city Duque de Caxias in Brazil have in common with Cap Ferret? Click on the links to find out...