Sea temperatures, water sports and vacation activities near Le Lavandou, France

Water temperatures throughout the year and general information about Le Lavandou...

Le Lavandou is a coastal city in France. It is a rather small-sized town in proximity to the ocean with a population of 5902 people. The water temperature around Le Lavandou has slight variability 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 interactive table below. The average water temperature throughout the year is 17°C (63°F) and the best time for water activities is late summer, since Le Lavandou 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 Le Lavandou?

The current water temperature in the month of June in the waters around Le Lavandou is ca:

Are there surf spots near by?

Not many surf spots are close to Le Lavandou. A spot, which is not too far away, is Alassio, which is more than 108km (67.1miles) away from Le Lavandou. Click here for directions and for more information on Alassio and its water temperature. If you don't mind the long drive, you can also try Finale Ligure, which is ca 121.1km (75.2miles) away from Le Lavandou. Another fun surfspot is Finale Ligure, located roughly 121.1km (75.2miles) from Le Lavandou.

Are there white sand beaches located close to Le Lavandou?

There are not many beaches near to Le Lavandou. One beach, which is not too far away, is Bora Bora, which is just 55.3km (34.4miles) away from Le Lavandou. Another nice beach near Le Lavandou is Ventimiglia, roughly 76.7km (47.6miles) away.

What kind of wetsuit is recommended for Le Lavandou?

The sea temperature around Le Lavandou 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 thin top or a jumpsuit might be required to feel comfortable, but some people might even be fine without a wetsuit for surfing, swimming, snorkelling, or diving . However, during January, February, and March, sea temperatures cool down to roughly 13°C (55°F). During this time, a 3-4mm wetsuit is recommended to feel comfortable, but some people might even be ok with a good-quality 2/3mm suit . For very windy conditions and cold mornings/evenings, it might be recommended to carry a pair of boots and a wetsuit hoodie.

How is the diving and fishing near Le Lavandou?

Due to significant water temperature changes throughout the year, scuba diving and fishing conditions vary 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. Nevertheless, the conditions normally change during July, August, and September when sea temperatures go up to 18 to 23°C (64-73°F). Fish which like to roam around in waters of this temperature range include: Bigeye Tuna, Blackfin Tuna, King Mackerel, Spotted Seatrout, and White Marlin.

Directions to Le Lavandou: How do I get there?

Please follow the directions in the map below.

Fun facts about Le Lavandou...

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