Sea temperatures, water sports and vacation activities near Pirou, France
Water temperatures throughout the year and general information about Pirou...
Pirou is a coastal city in France.
It is a relatively small coastal town close to the ocean with a population of 1353 people.
The water temperature around Pirou has significant variability year round.
The temperature ranges from 6.7°C (44.1°F) in January up to 17.8°C (64°F) in the month of July, as shown in the graph below. The average water temperature throughout the year is 13°C (55°F) and the best time for water activities is summer, since Pirou 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 Pirou?
The current water temperature in the month of November near Pirou is approximately:
15°C (59°F)
Are there surf spots close by?
There are not too many surf spots in proximity to Pirou. A good spot nearby is Baubigny, which is about 20.5km (14.4miles) away from Pirou.
Click here for directions and for more information on Baubigny and its water temperature. Other surfspots near Pirou are
Jersey-La mare, which is ca 23.1km (14.4miles) away, and
Le Poux, located ca 23.3km (14.5miles) from Pirou.
Are there beaches close by?
No, not too many beaches are in close proximity to Pirou. A beach, which is not too far away, is
Ventnor, which is more than 99.1km (61.5miles) away from Pirou. If you don't mind the long drive, you can also try
Swanage, which is 100.1km (62.2miles) away from Pirou.
What kind of wetsuit thickness is needed for Pirou?
The water temperature around Pirou is relatively cold, reaching up to 18°C (64°F) in the months of June, July, and August. During this time, in the 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 scuba diving . Nevertheless, during December, January, and February, temperatures reach lows of 7°C (44°F). In this season, a 4-5mm wetsuit is required to feel not too cold, but some people might even be ok with a very good 4/3mm suit for short periods of time . For very chilly conditions and cold mornings/evenings, it might be recommended to carry a pair of boots, a hoodie and a gloves.
How is the scuba diving and fishing close to Pirou?
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 7 to 12°C (44-53°F) during winter. Haddock, Pollock, and Atlantic Cod love this temperature range. However, the conditions normally change during summer when temperatures reach 13 to 18°C (55-64°F). Fish that love this water temperature include: Red Snapper, Skipjack Tuna, Striped Bass, and Weakfish.
Directions to Pirou: How do I get there?
Please follow the directions in the map below.
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