Sea temperatures, water sports and vacation activities near Saint-Pierre-Quiberon, France

Water temperatures throughout the year and general information about Saint-Pierre-Quiberon...

Saint-Pierre-Quiberon is a coastal city in France. It is a relatively small coastal town in proximity to the ocean with a population of 2322 people. The water temperature around Saint-Pierre-Quiberon varies slightly throughout the year. The temperature ranges from 9°C (48.2°F) in March up to 16.7°C (62.1°F) in the month of August, 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 late summer, since Saint-Pierre-Quiberon 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 Saint-Pierre-Quiberon?

The current water temperature in the month of June in the waters close to Saint-Pierre-Quiberon is approximately:

Are there surf spots near by?

Yes, there are several surf spots in close proximity to Saint-Pierre-Quiberon. The nearest one is Saint Pierre Quiberon-Port Bara, which is only 1.1km (0.7miles) away from Saint-Pierre-Quiberon. Click here to check out more information on Saint Pierre Quiberon-Port Bara and its current water temperature. Other surfspots near Saint-Pierre-Quiberon are Saint Pierre Quiberon-Port Blanc, which is approximately 1.1km (0.7miles) away, and Les Crevettes Ste Barbe, located roughly 5.5km (3.4miles) from Saint-Pierre-Quiberon.

Are there beaches near by?

No, not many beaches are in close proximity to Saint-Pierre-Quiberon. A beach that might be worth checking out is Salcombe, which is more than 189.9km (117.9miles) away from Saint-Pierre-Quiberon. If you don't mind the long travel, you can also try Torcross, 191.1km (118.7miles) away from Saint-Pierre-Quiberon.

What wetsuit thickness is needed for Saint-Pierre-Quiberon?

The water temperature around Saint-Pierre-Quiberon is relatively cold, reaching up to 17°C (62°F) in the months of July, August, and September. During this time, in the late summer, a 2-3mm wetsuit might be recommended to feel comfortable, but some might even be ok with a jumpsuit or even a wetsuit top for surfing, swimming, snorkelling, or scuba diving around Saint-Pierre-Quiberon. Nevertheless, during early spring, temperatures reach lows of approximately 9°C (48°F). During these months, a 5/4 wetsuit is recommended 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 periods of time . For very chilly conditions and cold mornings/evenings, it might be better to carry a pair of boots, a hoodie and a gloves.

How is the scuba diving and fishing near Saint-Pierre-Quiberon?

Due to relatively large sea temperature changes during the year, scuba diving and fishing conditions change quite a bit depending on the season. The temperature ranges from 9 to 14°C (48-57°F) during spring. Haddock, Pollock, and Atlantic Cod love this temperature range. However, the conditions usually change during summer when sea temperatures reach 12 to 17°C (53-62°F). Fish that can frequently be found in waters of this temperature range include: Red Snapper, Skipjack Tuna, Striped Bass, and Weakfish.

Directions to Saint-Pierre-Quiberon: How do I get there?

Please follow the directions in the map below.

Interesting facts about Saint-Pierre-Quiberon...

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