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

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

Longchamps is a surf spot in France. The water temperature around Longchamps changes slightly year round. The temperature ranges from 8°C (46.4°F) in March up to 17.7°C (63.9°F) in the month of August, as shown in the graph below. The average water temperature throughout the year is 12°C (54°F) and the best time for water activities is late summer, since Longchamps 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 Longchamps?

The current water temperature in the month of January at Longchamps is approximately:

Are there any other surf spots close to Longchamps?

Yes, there are several surf spots close to Longchamps. The nearest one is Dame jouanne, which is only 0.8km (0.5miles) away from Longchamps. Click here for directions and for more information on Dame jouanne and its water temperature. Another fun surfspot near Longchamps is Le sillon, which is roughly 6.4km (4miles) away.

Are there nice beaches near by?

No, not too many beaches are in close proximity to Longchamps. A good beach nearby is Torcross, which is almost 131.3km (81.6miles) away from Longchamps. If you don't mind the drive, you can also visit Church Ope Cove, which is roughly 132.2km (82.1miles) away from Longchamps.

Which wetsuit thickness is needed for Longchamps?

The water temperature at Longchamps is relatively cold, reaching up to 18°C (64°F) in the months of July, August, and September. During this time, in the late summer, a 2-3mm wetsuit might be recommended to be in the water for several hours, but some people might even be ok with a jumpsuit or even a wetsuit top for surfing, swimming, snorkelling, or diving at Longchamps. Nevertheless, during February, March, and April, sea temperatures come down to approximately 8°C (46°F). During this season, a 5/4 wetsuit is required to feel not too cold, but some might even be fine with a very high-quality 4/3mm suit for short amounts of time . For very windy 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 Longchamps?

Due to relatively large temperature changes during the year, scuba diving and fishing conditions change a lot depending on the time of the year. The temperature ranges from 8 to 13°C (46-55°F) during spring. Haddock, Pollock, and Atlantic Cod can usually be found in waters of this temperature range. The conditions typically change during summer when temperatures reach 13 to 18°C (55-64°F). Fish that like to hang out in waters of this temperature range include: Red Snapper, Skipjack Tuna, Striped Bass, and Weakfish.

Directions to Longchamps: How do I get there?

Please follow the directions in the map below.

Interesting facts about Longchamps...

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