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

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

Parthenay is a coastal city in France. It is a quite little city close to the water with a population of 11599 people. The water temperature around Parthenay has a large variability throughout the year. The temperature ranges from 7.8°C (46.1°F) in February up to 19.9°C (67.8°F) in the month of September, as illustrated below. The average water temperature throughout the year is 14°C (57°F) and the best time for water activities is early fall, since Parthenay 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 Parthenay?

The current water temperature in the month of December near Parthenay is about:

Are there surf spots near Parthenay?

There are not too many surf spots close to Parthenay. A spot, which is not too far away, is La Tranche sur Mer, which is just 60km (38.3miles) away from Parthenay. Click here for directions and to check out more information on La Tranche sur Mer and its water temperature. Other surfspots near Parthenay are Le Phare du Groin du Cou, which is 61.6km (38.3miles) away, and Les Conches, located 61.9km (38.5miles) from Parthenay.

Are there beautiful beaches near by?

No, not too many beaches are in proximity to Parthenay. One that might be worth checking out is Magdalena, which is 254.8km (158.3miles) away from Parthenay. If you don't mind the long travel, you can also try Ventnor, ca 275.8km (171.3miles) away from Parthenay.

Which wetsuit thickness do I need for Parthenay?

The water temperature around Parthenay is relatively cold, reaching up to 20°C (68°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 people might even be ok with a jumpsuit or even a wetsuit top for surfing, swimming, snorkelling, or diving around Parthenay. Nevertheless, during late winter, temperatures cool down to nearly 8°C (46°F). During this time, a 4-5mm wetsuit is required to be able to stay in the water for more than 20 minutes, but some might even be fine with a very good 4/3mm suit for short amounts of time . For very chilly conditions and cold mornings/evenings, it might be advisable to have a pair of boots, a hoodie and a gloves.

How is the scuba diving and fishing close to Parthenay?

Due to comparatively large temperature changes during the year, diving and fishing conditions vary quite a bit depending on the time of the year. The temperature ranges from 8 to 13°C (46-55°F) during winter. Haddock, Pollock, and Atlantic Cod are typical fish that can be found in waters of this temperature range. The conditions usually change during fall when water temperatures range from 15 to 20°C (59-68°F). Fish which love this water temperature include: Red Snapper, Skipjack Tuna, Striped Bass, and Weakfish.

Directions to Parthenay: How do I get there?

Please follow the directions in the map below.

Some fun facts about Parthenay...

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