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Beach Weather Today in French Beach

Today the maximum temperature will be which is too cold for sunbathing. Today the water temperature will be 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 sunshine and sunny skies with an average cloud cover of 49%.

The winds will be cross-off shore and light at 13kmh from the East-Northeast. The light winds will make the temperatures feel even colder.

French Beach faces West-Southwest and the sunset will be visible over the ocean to the West at 05:41 PM. The skies should be very clear at that time, ideal for a sunset.

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.

Beach Weather This Weekend in French Beach

This weekend the average maximum daily temperatures will be which is too cold for sunbathing. The average water temperature will be which is very cold and bracing, it's not recommended you swim with out a full wet suit.

There will be no rainy days at all this weekend. Expect sunny spells but some cloudy periods with an average cloud cover of 68%.

FRENCH BEACH - BEACH WEATHER FORECAST

Tue 17th February
12 AM 3 AM 6 AM 9 AM 12 PM 3 PM 6 PM 9 PM
10% 75% 9% 100% 100% 100% 0% 2%
0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm
Wed 18th February
12 AM 3 AM 6 AM 9 AM 12 PM 3 PM 6 PM 9 PM
-0°
0% 71% 31% 68% 25% 51% 58% 59%
0.0mm 0.4mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm
Thu 19th February
12 AM 3 AM 6 AM 9 AM 12 PM 3 PM 6 PM 9 PM
-1° -2° -2° -2° -2° -2° -2°
53% 73% 83% 81% 92% 81% 37% 2%
0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm
Fri 20th February
12 AM 3 AM 6 AM 9 AM 12 PM 3 PM 6 PM 9 PM
-2° -2° -2° -1°
1% 11% 29% 64% 94% 100% 73% 100%
0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm
Sat 21st February
12 AM 3 AM 6 AM 9 AM 12 PM 3 PM 6 PM 9 PM
100% 100% 100% 100% 92% 91% 47% 89%
0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm
Sun 22nd February
12 AM 3 AM 6 AM 9 AM 12 PM 3 PM 6 PM 9 PM
21% 4% 70% 80% 45% 32% 58% 71%
0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm
Mon 23rd February
12 AM 3 AM 6 AM 9 AM 12 PM 3 PM 6 PM 9 PM
90% 100% 70% 55% 59% 76% 94% 94%
0.1mm 0.1mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.1mm 0.0mm 0.0mm
Tue 17th February
12 AM 3 AM 6 AM 9 AM 12 PM 3 PM 6 PM 9 PM
4
kmh
7
kmh
7
kmh
13
kmh
13
kmh
9
kmh
7
kmh
4
kmh
0.3m
0.2m
0.3m
0.2m
0.1m
0.1m
0.1m
0.2m
11.5s 11.7s 11.6s 12.2s 13.4s 13.4s 13.3s 13.1s
Wed 18th February
12 AM 3 AM 6 AM 9 AM 12 PM 3 PM 6 PM 9 PM
4
kmh
7
kmh
12
kmh
15
kmh
15
kmh
14
kmh
13
kmh
14
kmh
0.2m
0.4m
0.8m
0.9m
0.8m
0.7m
0.7m
0.6m
12.8s 12.6s 12.2s 12.0s 11.3s 10.8s 10.4s 10.0s
Thu 19th February
12 AM 3 AM 6 AM 9 AM 12 PM 3 PM 6 PM 9 PM
14
kmh
12
kmh
12
kmh
12
kmh
13
kmh
12
kmh
11
kmh
10
kmh
0.3m
0.3m
0.3m
0.2m
0.5m
0.3m
1.3m
1.2m
9.5s 9.1s 9.0s 8.9s 9.0s 8.9s 8.9s 8.8s
Fri 20th February
12 AM 3 AM 6 AM 9 AM 12 PM 3 PM 6 PM 9 PM
11
kmh
10
kmh
12
kmh
12
kmh
13
kmh
14
kmh
14
kmh
17
kmh
1.0m
0.6m
0.8m
0.9m
0.9m
0.9m
0.9m
0.7m
8.3s 10.5s 10.1s 9.8s 9.6s 9.4s 9.2s 9.1s
Sat 21st February
12 AM 3 AM 6 AM 9 AM 12 PM 3 PM 6 PM 9 PM
19
kmh
23
kmh
25
kmh
25
kmh
24
kmh
23
kmh
22
kmh
23
kmh
0.8m
0.9m
0.8m
0.7m
0.7m
0.8m
0.7m
0.7m
9.0s 8.8s 8.9s 10.0s 10.6s 11.2s 11.3s 11.5s
Sun 22nd February
12 AM 3 AM 6 AM 9 AM 12 PM 3 PM 6 PM 9 PM
26
kmh
27
kmh
28
kmh
23
kmh
19
kmh
17
kmh
16
kmh
13
kmh
0.6m
0.7m
0.9m
1.0m
0.9m
0.7m
1.0m
0.8m
11.9s 12.1s 12.5s 12.8s 13.1s 13.1s 12.8s 11.5s
Mon 23rd February
12 AM 3 AM 6 AM 9 AM 12 PM 3 PM 6 PM 9 PM
13
kmh
14
kmh
11
kmh
11
kmh
7
kmh
19
kmh
10
kmh
2
kmh
0.6m
0.6m
0.4m
0.5m
0.3m
0.3m
0.3m
0.4m
10.1s 11.0s 10.0s 10.2s 10.4s 10.6s 10.4s 10.1s
Tue 17th February
3:00 AM 7:11 AM 12:48 PM 8:13 PM
2.40 2.06 2.80 0.87
Wed 18th February
3:08 AM 7:57 AM 1:38 PM 8:41 PM
2.42 1.88 2.72 1.04
Thu 19th February
3:20 AM 8:46 AM 2:32 PM 9:08 PM
2.47 1.70 2.58 1.24
Fri 20th February
3:37 AM 9:41 AM 3:32 PM 9:32 PM
2.55 1.53 2.40 1.46
Sat 21st February
3:59 AM 10:42 AM 4:43 PM 9:52 PM
2.65 1.37 2.21 1.67
Sun 22nd February
4:26 AM 11:52 AM 6:23 PM 10:03 PM
2.76 1.22 2.04 1.86
Mon 23rd February
5:02 AM 1:10 PM
2.86 1.07
Tue 17th February
0.0mm
13kmh NE
49%
Wed 18th February
0.4mm
14kmh NE
45%
Thu 19th February
-1°
0.0mm
10kmh NE
62%
Fri 20th February
0.0mm
8kmh E
59%
Sat 21st February
0.0mm
18kmh NE
89%
Sun 22nd February
0.0mm
17kmh NNE
47%
Mon 23rd February
0.3mm
6kmh SE
79%
Tue 24th February
0.2mm
15kmh WSW
82%
Wed 25th February
0.1mm
12kmh NE
61%
Thu 26th February
4.3mm
13kmh WSW
94%
Fri 27th February
2.6mm
4kmh SW
84%
Sat 28th February
0.0mm
18kmh WSW
82%
Sun 1st March
0.1mm
14kmh NE
85%
Mon 2nd March
0.2mm
6kmh SE
82%

In the next 14 days average maximum daily temperatures will be which is too cold for sunbathing. The average water temperature will be which is very cold and bracing, it's not recommended you swim with out a full wet suit. There will be 8 days of very light rain with an average of 1.0mm rain on those days. Average cloud cover will be 71%.

If you are sailing, windsurfing, fishing, surfing etc. in French Beach don't forget to check the tide and wind and wave conditions

Taking a Holiday at French Beach, Juan de Fuca, Vancouver Island, British Columbia, Canada

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:

  1. Hiking: With several nearby trails in Juan de Fuca Provincial Park, hiking enthusiasts can explore the beautiful coastal forest surrounding French Beach.
  2. Wildlife Watching: French Beach is an excellent location for birdwatching and spotting marine life such as seals, sea lions, and occasionally whales.
  3. Picnicking: The park has picnic tables available, making it an ideal spot for a relaxing meal by the beach with family or friends.
  4. Beachcombing: Discover unique treasures such as seashells or driftwood while strolling along the shoreline.
  5. Photography: Capture stunning images of the surrounding landscapes, wildlife, or dramatic sunsets over the Strait of Juan de Fuca.

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:

  • Public restrooms
  • Picnic tables
  • Fire pits
  • Barbecue stands
  • Freshwater taps for drinking water and rinsing off sand
  • Paved parking area

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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