Beach Weather in French Beach, Juan de Fuca, Canada

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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 extremely cold and not suitable for swimming. Taking a dip at this temperature would risk hypothermia.

Today will be dry with no rain showers. Expect only occasional sunny spells and lots of clouds with an average cloud cover of 72%.

The winds will be on shore and moderate at 28kmh from the South-Southwest. The moderate winds will make the temperatures feel even colder. The moderate onshore winds may make conditions a little more choppy for swimming.

French Beach faces West-Southwest and the sunset will be visible over the ocean to the West at 08:00 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 sunshine and sunny skies with an average cloud cover of 40%.

FRENCH BEACH - BEACH WEATHER FORECAST

Thu 10th April
12 AM 3 AM 6 AM 9 AM 12 PM 3 PM 6 PM 9 PM
10° 10°
100% 57% 100% 99% 100% 100% 1% 20%
0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm
Fri 11th April
12 AM 3 AM 6 AM 9 AM 12 PM 3 PM 6 PM 9 PM
29% 23% 10% 3% 15% 41% 70% 100%
0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm
Sat 12th April
12 AM 3 AM 6 AM 9 AM 12 PM 3 PM 6 PM 9 PM
70% 65% 68% 39% 25% 32% 28% 12%
0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm
Sun 13th April
12 AM 3 AM 6 AM 9 AM 12 PM 3 PM 6 PM 9 PM
29% 42% 46% 42% 16% 2% 80% 50%
0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm
Mon 14th April
12 AM 3 AM 6 AM 9 AM 12 PM 3 PM 6 PM 9 PM
11° 12° 11° 10°
99% 100% 47% 47% 50% 47% 99% 96%
0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm
Tue 15th April
12 AM 3 AM 6 AM 9 AM 12 PM 3 PM 6 PM 9 PM
10° 11° 12° 12° 11° 10°
98% 100% 48% 19% 11% 5% 5% 6%
0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm
Wed 16th April
12 AM 3 AM 6 AM 9 AM 12 PM 3 PM 6 PM 9 PM
10° 12° 12° 12° 10°
27% 56% 48% 52% 53% 50% 50% 50%
0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm
Thu 10th April
12 AM 3 AM 6 AM 9 AM 12 PM 3 PM 6 PM 9 PM
13
kmh
12
kmh
13
kmh
18
kmh
27
kmh
28
kmh
18
kmh
15
kmh
0.6m
0.4m
0.6m
0.9m
0.6m
0.6m
0.8m
0.6m
9.5s 9.5s 9.4s 9.2s 9.0s 8.7s 9.1s 9.1s
Fri 11th April
12 AM 3 AM 6 AM 9 AM 12 PM 3 PM 6 PM 9 PM
13
kmh
12
kmh
12
kmh
15
kmh
17
kmh
21
kmh
20
kmh
16
kmh
0.8m
0.5m
0.4m
0.7m
0.7m
0.8m
1.0m
0.7m
9.7s 9.5s 10.3s 10.4s 10.2s 10.0s 9.8s 9.7s
Sat 12th April
12 AM 3 AM 6 AM 9 AM 12 PM 3 PM 6 PM 9 PM
17
kmh
17
kmh
18
kmh
17
kmh
19
kmh
23
kmh
18
kmh
11
kmh
0.8m
0.8m
1.3m
1.0m
1.1m
1.5m
1.1m
1.3m
13.1s 10.1s 10.0s 15.7s 15.8s 11.2s 15.8s 11.0s
Sun 13th April
12 AM 3 AM 6 AM 9 AM 12 PM 3 PM 6 PM 9 PM
7
kmh
6
kmh
5
kmh
1
kmh
4
kmh
2
kmh
4
kmh
3
kmh
0.4m
0.5m
0.6m
0.5m
0.5m
0.6m
0.6m
0.7m
6.6s 6.3s 10.8s 10.7s 10.4s 10.3s 10.3s 10.3s
Mon 14th April
12 AM 3 AM 6 AM 9 AM 12 PM 3 PM 6 PM 9 PM
5
kmh
7
kmh
7
kmh
6
kmh
4
kmh
3
kmh
6
kmh
4
kmh
0.7m
0.8m
0.6m
0.1m
0.2m
0.3m
0.2m
0.1m
10.2s 10.1s 10.0s 10.1s 10.3s 11.8s 12.2s 12.3s
Tue 15th April
12 AM 3 AM 6 AM 9 AM 12 PM 3 PM 6 PM 9 PM
4
kmh
3
kmh
4
kmh
4
kmh
6
kmh
12
kmh
12
kmh
9
kmh
0.1m
0.1m
0.1m
0.2m
0.3m
0.4m
0.4m
0.2m
12.1s 11.9s 11.8s 11.8s 11.7s 11.6s 11.5s 13.7s
Wed 16th April
12 AM 3 AM 6 AM 9 AM 12 PM 3 PM 6 PM 9 PM
8
kmh
8
kmh
9
kmh
9
kmh
12
kmh
14
kmh
12
kmh
7
kmh
0.1m
0.1m
0.1m
0.3m
0.5m
0.7m
0.6m
0.4m
14.6s 14.3s 13.8s 13.4s 13.2s 13.0s 10.2s 10.6s
Thu 10th April
1:22 AM 7:30 AM 1:09 PM 7:11 PM
2.64 1.56 2.39 1.37
Fri 11th April
1:40 AM 8:11 AM 2:06 PM 7:38 PM
2.69 1.37 2.33 1.54
Sat 12th April
1:58 AM 8:49 AM 3:03 PM 8:01 PM
2.74 1.22 2.27 1.71
Sun 13th April
2:16 AM 9:27 AM 4:02 PM 8:18 PM
2.79 1.09 2.22 1.88
Mon 14th April
2:32 AM 10:05 AM 5:10 PM 8:25 PM
2.83 0.99 2.17 2.02
Tue 15th April
2:48 AM 10:44 AM 6:54 PM 8:01 PM
2.86 0.92 2.17 2.13
Wed 16th April
3:04 AM 11:26 AM
2.88 0.87
Thu 10th April
10°
0.0mm
9kmh E
72%
Fri 11th April
0.0mm
16kmh WSW
36%
Sat 12th April
0.0mm
13kmh W
42%
Sun 13th April
10°
0.0mm
6kmh NE
38%
Mon 14th April
12°
0.0mm
9kmh NNE
73%
Tue 15th April
12°
0.0mm
5kmh ENE
36%
Wed 16th April
13°
0.0mm
12kmh SW
48%
Thu 17th April
10°
0.6mm
6kmh WSW
69%
Fri 18th April
11°
0.5mm
6kmh SW
77%
Sat 19th April
11°
0.0mm
15kmh WSW
63%
Sun 20th April
11°
0.3mm
25kmh WSW
45%
Mon 21st April
1.4mm
12kmh E
86%
Tue 22nd April
0.8mm
3kmh SW
74%
Wed 23rd April
11°
0.0mm
5kmh E
25%

In the next 14 days average maximum daily temperatures will be 10° 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 5 days of very light rain with an average of 0.7mm rain on those days. Average cloud cover will be 56%.

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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