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Today the maximum temperature will be 9° which is too cold for sunbathing. Today the water temperature will be 8° which is very cold and bracing, it's not recommended you swim with out a full wet suit.
Today will be dry with no rain showers. Expect some sunshine and occasionally cloudy periods with an average cloud cover of 51%.
The winds will be cross-on shore and very light at 9kmh from the South-Southwest.
French Beach faces West-Southwest and the sunset will be visible over the ocean to the West at 06:07 PM. Unfortunately very heavy cloud cover of 100% may make the sunset not viewable.
For Beach Weather for the next next 7 days, wind and wave conditions and tide and the next 14 days weather use the tabs below.
This weekend the average maximum daily temperatures will be 9° which is too cold for sunbathing. The average water temperature will be 6° which is extremely cold and not suitable for swimming. Taking a dip at this temperature would risk hypothermia.
There will be 1 day of very light rain. Saturday will be dry and Sunday will have 0.9mm of rain. Expect sunny spells but some cloudy periods with an average cloud cover of 64%.
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9% | 26% | 12% | 32% | 67% | 69% | 100% | 98% |
0.0mm | 0.0mm | 0.0mm | 0.0mm | 0.0mm | 0.0mm | 0.0mm | 0.0mm |
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89% | 62% | 37% | 33% | 8% | 0% | 3% | 29% |
0.0mm | 0.0mm | 0.0mm | 0.0mm | 0.0mm | 0.0mm | 0.0mm | 0.0mm |
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5° | 4° | 4° | 4° | 4° | 4° | 4° | 4° |
76% | 100% | 100% | 100% | 89% | 61% | 52% | 66% |
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81% | 95% | 96% | 96% | 98% | 88% | 24% | 26% |
0.0mm | 0.0mm | 0.0mm | 0.0mm | 0.0mm | 0.0mm | 0.0mm | 0.0mm |
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6° | 6° | 6° | 7° | 9° | 11° | 9° | 6° |
26% | 25% | 22% | 20% | 66% | 86% | 75% | 100% |
0.0mm | 0.0mm | 0.0mm | 0.0mm | 0.0mm | 0.0mm | 0.1mm | 0.8mm |
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6° | 4° | 3° | 4° | 6° | 6° | 6° | 4° |
82% | 14% | 40% | 49% | 69% | 59% | 24% | 27% |
0.1mm | 0.0mm | 0.0mm | 0.0mm | 0.0mm | 0.0mm | 0.0mm | 0.0mm |
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3° | 3° | 2° | 4° | 6° | 6° | 6° | 5° |
44% | 57% | 90% | 81% | 85% | 71% | 92% | 76% |
0.0mm | 0.0mm | 0.0mm | 0.0mm | 0.0mm | 0.0mm | 0.0mm | 0.0mm |
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11.5s | 11.1s | 10.9s | 10.9s | 11.0s | 11.6s | 13.3s | 13.2s |
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13.0s | 12.8s | 12.6s | 12.4s | 12.1s | 11.8s | 11.5s | 11.3s |
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11.0s | 10.7s | 10.7s | 10.9s | 10.9s | 10.8s | 13.5s | 13.5s |
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14.1s | 14.2s | 13.8s | 13.4s | 13.3s | 13.2s | 13.0s | 12.8s |
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12.5s | 12.4s | 12.4s | 12.5s | 14.9s | 14.4s | 14.4s | 14.1s |
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13.6s | 13.4s | 13.3s | 13.1s | 12.9s | 12.6s | 12.2s | 11.9s |
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11.8s | 11.3s | 10.9s | 10.7s | 10.2s | 9.8s | 9.9s | 13.0s |
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2.95 | 0.96 | 2.03 | 1.91 |
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2.97 | 0.89 |
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2.95 | 0.80 |
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2.91 | 0.72 | 2.29 |
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2.20 | 2.89 | 0.68 |
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2.37 | 2.09 | 2.87 | 0.69 |
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2.44 | 1.93 | 2.85 | 0.75 |
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7° |
0.0mm |
3kmh ESE |
51% |
Thu 6th March |
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6° |
0.0mm |
3kmh NE |
32% |
Fri 7th March |
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4° |
0.0mm |
15kmh SSE |
80% |
Sat 8th March |
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8° |
0.0mm |
5kmh ESE |
75% |
Sun 9th March |
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11° |
0.9mm |
4kmh ESE |
52% |
Mon 10th March |
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6° |
0.1mm |
3kmh WSW |
45% |
Tue 11th March |
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7° |
0.0mm |
7kmh E |
74% |
Wed 12th March |
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7° |
0.0mm |
30kmh WSW |
83% |
Thu 13th March |
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6° |
0.6mm |
13kmh S |
79% |
Fri 14th March |
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7° |
0.0mm |
22kmh N |
36% |
Sat 15th March |
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7° |
0.1mm |
13kmh SSW |
65% |
Sun 16th March |
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7° |
13.4mm |
10kmh SSE |
97% |
Mon 17th March |
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8° |
1.2mm |
28kmh WSW |
82% |
Tue 18th March |
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8° |
0.0mm |
12kmh ESE |
58% |
In the next 14 days average maximum daily temperatures will be 7° which is too cold for sunbathing. The average water temperature will be 7° which is extremely cold and not suitable for swimming. Taking a dip at this temperature would risk hypothermia. There will be 6 days of light rain with an average of 2.7mm rain on those days. Average cloud cover will be 65%.
If you are sailing, windsurfing, fishing, surfing etc. in French Beach don't forget to check the tide and wind and wave conditions
French Beach, located in Juan de Fuca Provincial Park on Vancouver Island, British Columbia, is a picturesque beach that offers a variety of beach activities and amenities for visitors to enjoy. Beach Type
French Beach features a mix of coarse sand and pebbles, with some rocky areas along the shoreline. The beach is surrounded by lush forests and offers stunning views of the Strait of Juan de Fuca and the Olympic Mountains. While it may not be the powdery white sand you might find in other beach destinations, its unique beauty makes it a must-visit destination.
Beach Activities
While snorkeling and diving might not be as popular at French Beach due to its colder water temperatures and lack of coral reefs, there are still plenty of exciting activities to enjoy:
Accommodations
There are no beach resorts or hotels directly on French Beach; however, nearby communities like Sooke offer various accommodation options including hotels, motels, bed & breakfasts, vacation rentals, and campgrounds. Staying in Sooke allows you to explore other nearby attractions such as East Sooke Regional Park and Sooke Potholes while being within close proximity to French Beach.
Beach Amenities
French Beach offers several amenities to make your visit enjoyable and comfortable:
French Beach in Juan de Fuca, Vancouver Island is a perfect destination for those seeking a peaceful getaway surrounded by nature. While it may not offer the typical white sandy beach experience, its unique character and variety of activities make it a memorable location for a holiday.
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Beaches recommended for you today, this weekend, in the next 2 weeks or in any month of the year.
Beaches recommended for you today, this weekend, in the next 2 weeks or in any month of the year.