Sea temperatures, water sports and vacation activities near Gourin, France
Water temperatures throughout the year and general information about Gourin...
Gourin is a coastal city in France.
It is a fairly dense town close to the water with a population of 5005 people.
The water temperature around Gourin varies slightly during the year.
The temperature ranges from 9.1°C (48.4°F) in February up to 17.1°C (62.8°F) in the month of September, as shown in the interactive table below. The average water temperature throughout the year is 14°C (57°F) and the best time for water activities is early fall, since Gourin 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 Gourin?
The current water temperature in the month of June near Gourin is ca:
16°C (60°F)
Are there surf spots located close to Gourin?
There are not many surf spots close to Gourin. A spot that might be worth checking out is Beg An Tour, which is roughly 25.2km (16miles) away from Gourin.
Click here for directions and to check out more information on Beg An Tour and its current water temperature. Other fun surfspots near Gourin are
Le kerou, which is roughly 25.7km (16miles) away, and
Guidel, located roughly 26.9km (16.7miles) from Gourin.
Are there gorgeous beaches near by?
Not too many beaches are close to Gourin. The closest decent one is
Salcombe, which is almost 145.2km (90.2miles) away from Gourin. If you have some extra time, you can also try
Torcross, approximately 147km (91.3miles) away from Gourin.
Which wetsuit thickness do I need for Gourin?
The sea temperature around Gourin is relatively cold, reaching up to 17°C (63°F) in the months of August, September, and October. During this time, in the early fall, a 2-3mm wetsuit might be required to feel comfortable, but some might even be fine with a jumpsuit or even a wetsuit top for surfing, swimming, snorkelling, or scuba diving . However, during late winter, water temperatures cool down to roughly 9°C (48°F). During these months, a 5/4 wetsuit is recommended to feel not too cold, but some people might even be ok with a very high-quality 4/3mm suit for short periods of time . For very chilly conditions and cold mornings/evenings, it might be better to have a pair of boots, a hoodie and a gloves.
How is the diving and fishing close to Gourin?
Due to significant temperature changes during the year, fishing and diving conditions vary quite a bit depending on the season. The temperature ranges from 9 to 14°C (48-57°F) during January, February, and March. Haddock, Pollock, and Atlantic Cod can usually be found in waters of this temperature range. However, the conditions change during August, September, and October when sea temperatures range from 12 to 17°C (54-63°F). Fish which like to swim in waters of this temperature range include: Red Snapper, Skipjack Tuna, Striped Bass, and Weakfish.
Directions to Gourin: How do I get there?
Please follow the directions in the map below.
