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

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

Plougoulm is a coastal city in France. It is a fairly dense town in proximity to the ocean with a population of 1718 people. The water temperature around Plougoulm varies slightly during the year. The temperature ranges from 9.3°C (48.8°F) in March up to 14.7°C (58.5°F) in the month of August, as shown in the interactive table below. The average water temperature throughout the year is 12°C (54°F) and the best time for water activities is late summer, since Plougoulm 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 Plougoulm?

The current water temperature in the month of March in the waters around Plougoulm is ca:

Are there surf spots near by?

Yes, there are a few surf spots in close proximity to Plougoulm. The nearest one is Dossen, which is just 2.1km (10miles) away from Plougoulm. Click here for directions and to check out more information on Dossen and its current water temperature. Other good surfspots near Plougoulm are Kerlouan, which is ca 16.1km (10miles) away, and Les Sables Blancs-La Plate, located roughly 17.7km (11miles) from Plougoulm.

Are there gorgeous beaches near by?

Not many beaches are in proximity to Plougoulm. The next good one is Salcombe, which is more than 109.3km (67.9miles) away from Plougoulm. If you have some extra time, you can also check out Maenporth, approximately 110.9km (68.9miles) away from Plougoulm.

What wetsuit thickness do I need for Plougoulm?

The sea temperature around Plougoulm is pretty cold, reaching up to 15°C (59°F) in the months of July, August, and September. During this time, in the late summer, a 3-4mm wetsuit is required to feel comfortable, but some people might even be fine with a good 2/3mm suit for surfing, swimming, snorkelling, or scuba diving . However, during early spring, water temperatures come down to roughly 9°C (49°F). In this season, a 4-5mm wetsuit is required to be able to stay in the water for several hours, but some people might even be ok with a very high-quality 4/3mm suit for short periods of time . For very cold conditions and cold mornings/evenings, it might be advisable to carry a pair of boots, a hoodie and a gloves.

How is the diving and fishing near Plougoulm?

Due to significant sea temperature changes during the year, diving and fishing conditions change quite a bit depending on the season. The temperature ranges from 9 to 14°C (49-58°F) during February, March, and April. Haddock, Pollock, and Atlantic Cod love this temperature range. However, the conditions normally change during July, August, and September when sea temperatures go up to 10 to 15°C (50-59°F). Fish that love this water temperature include: Atlantic Mackerel, Winter Flounder, and Tautog.

Directions to Plougoulm: How do I get there?

Please follow the directions in the map below.

Fun facts about Plougoulm...

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