Beach Weather in Cote des Basques, Biarritz, France

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BEACH WEATHER MONTHLY AVERAGES

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Tan
Tan
Tan
Tan
Sea
15°
 
Sea
13°
 
Sea
14°
 
Sea
15°
 
Sea
18°
 
Sea
23°
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Sea
23°
Swim
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26°
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23°
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20°
Swim
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19°
 
Sea
16°
 

Beach Weather Today in Cote des Basques

Today the maximum temperature will be 14° which is not so warm but sunbathing may be possible. Today the water temperature will be 11° 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 plentiful sunshine and mostly clear blue skies with an average cloud cover of 1%.

The winds will be cross-off shore and moderate at 21kmh from the East-Southeast. The moderate winds will keep the temperatures feeling cooler.

Cote des Basques faces West and the sunset will be visible over the ocean to the West at 07:15 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 Cote des Basques

This weekend the average maximum daily temperatures will be 14° which is too cold for sunbathing. The average water temperature will be 13° which is cold for swimming, a full wet suit is required to spend any length of time in the sea.

There will be 1 day of very light rain. Saturday will have 0.1mm of rain and Sunday will be dry. Expect only occasional sunny spells and lots of clouds with an average cloud cover of 78%.

COTE DES BASQUES - BEACH WEATHER FORECAST

Tue 17th March
12 AM 3 AM 6 AM 9 AM 12 PM 3 PM 6 PM 9 PM
10° 17° 20° 18° 13°
11% 4% 0% 0% 0% 0% 0% 0%
0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm
11°
11°
11°
11°
11°
11°
11°
11°
Wed 18th March
12 AM 3 AM 6 AM 9 AM 12 PM 3 PM 6 PM 9 PM
12° 11° 11° 13° 18° 20° 18° 13°
0% 0% 0% 0% 0% 8% 2% 0%
0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm
11°
11°
11°
11°
11°
11°
11°
11°
Thu 19th March
12 AM 3 AM 6 AM 9 AM 12 PM 3 PM 6 PM 9 PM
11° 10° 11° 15° 16° 15° 12°
2% 2% 7% 5% 22% 36% 61% 10%
0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm
11°
11°
11°
11°
11°
11°
11°
11°
Fri 20th March
12 AM 3 AM 6 AM 9 AM 12 PM 3 PM 6 PM 9 PM
10° 11° 15° 17° 16° 12°
9% 10% 11% 9% 4% 6% 70% 28%
0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm
11°
11°
11°
11°
11°
11°
11°
11°
Sat 21st March
12 AM 3 AM 6 AM 9 AM 12 PM 3 PM 6 PM 9 PM
10° 10° 10° 12° 14° 14° 13° 11°
100% 100% 47% 77% 57% 94% 100% 100%
0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.1mm 0.0mm
11°
11°
11°
11°
11°
13°
13°
13°
Sun 22nd March
12 AM 3 AM 6 AM 9 AM 12 PM 3 PM 6 PM 9 PM
11° 11° 10° 11° 13° 15° 15° 13°
79% 72% 91% 86% 66% 66% 51% 65%
0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm
13°
13°
13°
13°
13°
13°
13°
13°
Mon 23rd March
12 AM 3 AM 6 AM 9 AM 12 PM 3 PM 6 PM 9 PM
12° 12° 12° 12° 12° 11° 10° 10°
89% 89% 95% 100% 100% 100% 100% 77%
0.0mm 0.3mm 1.0mm 1.8mm 1.7mm 0.7mm 0.3mm 0.2mm
13°
13°
13°
13°
13°
13°
13°
13°
Tue 17th March
12 AM 3 AM 6 AM 9 AM 12 PM 3 PM 6 PM 9 PM
15
kmh
19
kmh
20
kmh
21
kmh
17
kmh
15
kmh
18
kmh
18
kmh
0.5m
0.8m
0.9m
1.0m
0.8m
0.6m
0.7m
0.9m
17.3s 16.4s 16.1s 15.4s 15.2s 14.7s 14.6s 14.4s
Wed 18th March
12 AM 3 AM 6 AM 9 AM 12 PM 3 PM 6 PM 9 PM
14
kmh
12
kmh
14
kmh
12
kmh
12
kmh
13
kmh
18
kmh
20
kmh
0.6m
0.5m
0.5m
0.5m
0.4m
0.6m
0.6m
1.0m
14.3s 14.3s 14.1s 13.9s 13.5s 13.3s 13.3s 13.4s
Thu 19th March
12 AM 3 AM 6 AM 9 AM 12 PM 3 PM 6 PM 9 PM
25
kmh
29
kmh
23
kmh
17
kmh
11
kmh
5
kmh
2
kmh
8
kmh
1.2m
1.0m
1.0m
0.9m
0.7m
0.4m
0.2m
0.5m
16.5s 15.8s 15.3s 14.9s 14.6s 14.4s 14.1s 13.9s
Fri 20th March
12 AM 3 AM 6 AM 9 AM 12 PM 3 PM 6 PM 9 PM
13
kmh
13
kmh
13
kmh
12
kmh
9
kmh
10
kmh
11
kmh
12
kmh
0.6m
0.7m
0.8m
0.7m
0.4m
0.3m
1.4m
1.3m
13.7s 13.6s 13.5s 13.4s 13.2s 13.0s 12.7s 12.5s
Sat 21st March
12 AM 3 AM 6 AM 9 AM 12 PM 3 PM 6 PM 9 PM
9
kmh
10
kmh
12
kmh
10
kmh
8
kmh
13
kmh
19
kmh
18
kmh
1.2m
1.1m
1.1m
1.0m
0.7m
0.8m
0.7m
0.5m
12.4s 12.3s 12.1s 11.9s 11.6s 11.5s 11.2s 10.9s
Sun 22nd March
12 AM 3 AM 6 AM 9 AM 12 PM 3 PM 6 PM 9 PM
14
kmh
13
kmh
11
kmh
11
kmh
13
kmh
10
kmh
9
kmh
10
kmh
0.6m
0.7m
0.9m
0.8m
0.8m
0.6m
0.6m
1.1m
10.8s 10.6s 11.6s 11.9s 11.5s 11.2s 13.3s 14.1s
Mon 23rd March
12 AM 3 AM 6 AM 9 AM 12 PM 3 PM 6 PM 9 PM
8
kmh
7
kmh
14
kmh
22
kmh
24
kmh
25
kmh
22
kmh
19
kmh
1.3m
1.3m
1.4m
1.4m
1.4m
1.4m
1.4m
1.4m
13.7s 13.4s 13.0s 12.7s 12.5s 12.2s 12.0s 11.9s
Tue 17th March
3:25 AM 9:34 AM 3:47 PM 9:44 PM
4.09 0.91 4.05 0.92
Wed 18th March
3:58 AM 10:07 AM 4:19 PM 10:18 PM
4.35 0.67 4.27 0.70
Thu 19th March
4:31 AM 10:40 AM 4:52 PM 10:52 PM
4.54 0.50 4.43 0.55
Fri 20th March
5:06 AM 11:14 AM 5:27 PM 11:28 PM
4.65 0.44 4.51 0.49
Sat 21st March
5:43 AM 11:50 AM 6:03 PM
4.64 0.48 4.48
Sun 22nd March
12:06 AM 6:22 AM 12:27 PM 6:41 PM
0.53 4.52 0.64 4.36
Mon 23rd March
12:47 AM 7:05 AM 1:09 PM 7:24 PM
0.67 4.29 0.91 4.14
Tue 17th March
20°
0.0mm
14kmh E
1%
Wed 18th March
20°
0.0mm
10kmh E
1%
Thu 19th March
17°
0.0mm
9kmh ESE
18%
Fri 20th March
17°
0.0mm
8kmh ESE
18%
Sat 21st March
14°
0.1mm
9kmh SSW
84%
Sun 22nd March
16°
0.0mm
9kmh SSE
72%
Mon 23rd March
12°
6.0mm
18kmh W
93%
Tue 24th March
12°
1.1mm
19kmh W
89%
Wed 25th March
12°
0.5mm
6kmh WSW
97%
Thu 26th March
12°
0.3mm
10kmh SW
74%
Fri 27th March
10°
0.1mm
8kmh SW
61%
Sat 28th March
14°
0.2mm
6kmh E
66%
Sun 29th March
18°
0.3mm
6kmh E
32%
Mon 30th March
16°
0.0mm
5kmh W
22%

In the next 14 days average maximum daily temperatures will be 15° which is a little too chilly for sunbathing. The average water temperature will be 12° 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 1.1mm rain on those days. Average cloud cover will be 52%.

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

Taking a Holiday at Cote des Basques, Biarritz, France

Taking a holiday at Côte des Basques, Biarritz, France is an excellent choice for those looking to unwind and experience the charm of the French Basque Country. Located on the Bay of Biscay, Côte des Basques is a picturesque beach that offers stunning views of the surrounding cliffs and coastline. With its mild climate, beautiful scenery, and numerous activities, this beach is an ideal destination for a memorable beach vacation.

Beach Type

Côte des Basques features a mix of fine golden sand and pebbles. The beach slopes gently into the water, making it perfect for swimming and wading. The rocky surroundings provide an exciting underwater landscape for snorkeling and diving enthusiasts. The presence of rocks and reefs attracts various species of marine life, making it an interesting spot for underwater exploration.

Beach Activities

Popular activities at Côte des Basques include:

  • Surfing: The beach is known as one of Europe's top surfing destinations due to its consistent waves and surf schools catering to all levels.
  • Swimming: The gentle slope into the water makes it ideal for swimmers of all ages.
  • Beach volleyball: Numerous beach volleyball courts are available for visitors to enjoy.
  • Paddleboarding: Paddleboarding is another popular activity on this beach due to its calm waters.
  • Sunbathing: With plenty of space along the shoreline, sunbathing is a favorite pastime among visitors.
  • Rock climbing: For adventurous travelers, the surrounding cliffs offer opportunities for rock climbing with stunning views over the ocean.

Accommodations

There are several hotels and resorts near Côte des Basques offering comfortable accommodations:

  1. Le Régina Biarritz Hôtel & Spa - MGallery
  2. Hôtel de Silhouette
  3. Hôtel Villa Koegui Biarritz
  4. Sofitel Biarritz Le Miramar Thalassa Sea & Spa
  5. Radisson Blu Hotel, Biarritz

Areas to Stay In

Some recommended areas to stay in during your visit to Côte des Basques include:

  1. City Center: Staying in the heart of Biarritz offers easy access to local attractions, shopping, and dining options.
  2. La Grande Plage: This area is close to the main beach and offers a variety of accommodations with stunning sea views.
  3. Les Halles District: This vibrant neighborhood is known for its lively markets, making it an ideal choice for food lovers.

Beach Amenities

Côte des Basques offers several amenities for visitors to enjoy:

  • Lifeguards on duty during peak season
  • Public restrooms
  • Showers
  • Beachside cafes and restaurants
  • Surfboard and paddleboard rental shops
  • Beach volleyball courts

Planning a holiday at Côte des Basques in Biarritz, France promises a delightful experience filled with relaxation, adventure, and breathtaking scenery. With its golden sand, exciting activities, and charming surroundings, this beach destination is sure to leave you with unforgettable memories.

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