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9°
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14°
 
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13°
 
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13°
 
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15°
 
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17°
 
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21°
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23°
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24°
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21°
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18°
 
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Beach Weather Today in Cap Blanc Nez

Today the maximum temperature will be 20° which is not so warm but sunbathing may be possible. Today the water temperature will be 20° which is comfortable for swimming though some may prefer warmer water.

Today will be dry with no rain showers. Expect lots of sunshine and clear skies with an average cloud cover of 33%.

The winds will be cross-on shore and moderate at 24kmh from the North. The moderate winds will keep the temperatures feeling cooler. The moderate onshore winds may make conditions a little more choppy for swimming.

Cap Blanc Nez faces Northwest and the sunset will be visible over the ocean to the West at 09:52 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 Cap Blanc Nez

This weekend the average maximum daily temperatures will be 20° which is not so warm but sunbathing may be possible. The average water temperature will be 18° which is cool for swimming, shorty wetsuit may help you extend your time in the water.

There will be 1 day of very light rain. Saturday will be dry and Sunday will have 1.7mm of rain. Expect lots of sunshine and clear skies with an average cloud cover of 32%.

CAP BLANC NEZ - BEACH WEATHER FORECAST

Thu 23rd July
12 AM 3 AM 6 AM 9 AM 12 PM 3 PM 6 PM 9 PM
16° 16° 16° 17° 18° 21° 19° 18°
5% 19% 67% 90% 60% 0% 16% 10%
0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm
20°
20°
20°
20°
20°
20°
20°
20°
Fri 24th July
12 AM 3 AM 6 AM 9 AM 12 PM 3 PM 6 PM 9 PM
16° 15° 15° 18° 20° 21° 21° 20°
9% 22% 24% 21% 13% 10% 13% 8%
0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm
18°
18°
18°
18°
18°
18°
18°
18°
Sat 25th July
12 AM 3 AM 6 AM 9 AM 12 PM 3 PM 6 PM 9 PM
19° 18° 18° 19° 20° 21° 21° 20°
5% 5% 5% 6% 3% 19% 7% 26%
0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm
18°
18°
18°
18°
18°
18°
18°
18°
Sun 26th July
12 AM 3 AM 6 AM 9 AM 12 PM 3 PM 6 PM 9 PM
19° 19° 17° 17° 18° 21° 21° 20°
21% 49% 100% 100% 47% 63% 52% 13%
0.0mm 0.0mm 1.1mm 0.4mm 0.0mm 0.2mm 0.0mm 0.0mm
18°
18°
18°
18°
18°
18°
18°
18°
Mon 27th July
12 AM 3 AM 6 AM 9 AM 12 PM 3 PM 6 PM 9 PM
19° 16° 16° 17° 20° 20° 21° 19°
16% 88% 81% 81% 87% 3% 3% 6%
0.0mm 0.1mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm
18°
18°
18°
18°
18°
20°
20°
20°
Tue 28th July
12 AM 3 AM 6 AM 9 AM 12 PM 3 PM 6 PM 9 PM
18° 17° 18° 20° 22° 23° 24° 22°
5% 6% 7% 7% 6% 4% 2% 4%
0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm
20°
20°
20°
20°
20°
20°
20°
20°
Wed 29th July
12 AM 3 AM 6 AM 9 AM 12 PM 3 PM 6 PM 9 PM
21° 20° 20° 21° 23° 23° 23° 21°
3% 5% 4% 4% 3% 0% 1% 4%
0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm
20°
20°
20°
20°
20°
20°
20°
20°
Thu 23rd July
12 AM 3 AM 6 AM 9 AM 12 PM 3 PM 6 PM 9 PM
16
kmh
21
kmh
20
kmh
24
kmh
23
kmh
18
kmh
21
kmh
13
kmh
1.1m
0.9m
0.9m
0.8m
0.7m
0.7m
0.7m
0.8m
6.5s 6.8s 6.9s 6.9s 6.8s 6.7s 6.5s 6.4s
Fri 24th July
12 AM 3 AM 6 AM 9 AM 12 PM 3 PM 6 PM 9 PM
10
kmh
8
kmh
12
kmh
14
kmh
25
kmh
26
kmh
26
kmh
26
kmh
0.8m
0.7m
0.7m
0.7m
0.8m
0.9m
0.8m
0.8m
6.5s 6.4s 6.4s 6.4s 6.4s 6.5s 6.4s 6.4s
Sat 25th July
12 AM 3 AM 6 AM 9 AM 12 PM 3 PM 6 PM 9 PM
24
kmh
15
kmh
18
kmh
19
kmh
12
kmh
8
kmh
31
kmh
33
kmh
0.7m
0.6m
0.4m
0.4m
0.3m
1.0m
1.5m
1.5m
6.3s 6.2s 6.1s 5.8s 3.5s 3.7s 6.0s 5.8s
Sun 26th July
12 AM 3 AM 6 AM 9 AM 12 PM 3 PM 6 PM 9 PM
24
kmh
25
kmh
21
kmh
21
kmh
11
kmh
12
kmh
33
kmh
20
kmh
1.1m
0.8m
0.5m
0.7m
0.6m
0.6m
1.4m
1.2m
5.3s 5.2s 5.0s 4.0s 3.7s 4.7s 6.0s 5.6s
Mon 27th July
12 AM 3 AM 6 AM 9 AM 12 PM 3 PM 6 PM 9 PM
12
kmh
24
kmh
27
kmh
21
kmh
14
kmh
14
kmh
23
kmh
24
kmh
1.3m
1.3m
1.2m
1.1m
0.7m
0.5m
0.9m
1.0m
6.1s 6.1s 5.9s 5.8s 6.0s 5.4s 5.5s 5.9s
Tue 28th July
12 AM 3 AM 6 AM 9 AM 12 PM 3 PM 6 PM 9 PM
19
kmh
17
kmh
16
kmh
16
kmh
16
kmh
15
kmh
10
kmh
8
kmh
0.8m
0.7m
0.6m
0.7m
0.6m
0.4m
0.4m
0.6m
5.9s 5.6s 5.6s 6.3s 6.3s 5.2s 5.7s 6.1s
Wed 29th July
12 AM 3 AM 6 AM 9 AM 12 PM 3 PM 6 PM 9 PM
12
kmh
13
kmh
12
kmh
14
kmh
12
kmh
8
kmh
17
kmh
22
kmh
0.7m
0.7m
0.6m
0.5m
0.7m
0.9m
1.1m
1.0m
6.2s 6.2s 5.8s 5.7s 3.8s 2.8s 2.8s 3.8s
Thu 23rd July
2:28 AM 7:29 AM 2:53 PM 7:53 PM
2.31 5.97 2.55 5.87
Fri 24th July
3:23 AM 8:25 AM 3:49 PM 8:57 PM
2.57 5.56 2.73 5.52
Sat 25th July
4:20 AM 9:46 AM 4:46 PM 10:38 PM
2.69 5.33 2.76 5.42
Sun 26th July
5:16 AM 11:34 AM 5:41 PM
2.66 5.45 2.64
Mon 27th July
12:05 AM 6:09 AM 12:34 PM 6:33 PM
5.66 2.49 5.78 2.41
Tue 28th July
12:54 AM 6:58 AM 1:14 PM 7:19 PM
6.00 2.23 6.14 2.11
Wed 29th July
1:30 AM 7:41 AM 1:47 PM 8:01 PM
6.36 1.92 6.50 1.78
Thu 23rd July
19°
0.0mm
24kmh N
33%
Fri 24th July
22°
0.0mm
19kmh WSW
15%
Sat 25th July
21°
0.0mm
13kmh NNW
9%
Sun 26th July
21°
1.7mm
13kmh WNW
55%
Mon 27th July
21°
0.1mm
14kmh NNW
45%
Tue 28th July
24°
0.0mm
15kmh WSW
5%
Wed 29th July
24°
0.0mm
13kmh SW
3%
Thu 30th July
21°
0.0mm
26kmh NNE
3%
Fri 31st July
24°
0.0mm
6kmh NW
2%
Sat 1st August
22°
0.0mm
23kmh WSW
6%
Sun 2nd August
22°
0.0mm
15kmh NNE
17%
Mon 3rd August
25°
0.0mm
14kmh SSE
11%
Tue 4th August
25°
0.0mm
8kmh S
11%
Wed 5th August
25°
0.0mm
12kmh W
22%

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Next 14 day Beach Weather in Cap Blanc Nez

In the next 14 days average maximum daily temperatures will be 23° which is warm and pleasant for sunbathing. The average water temperature will be 19° which is comfortable for swimming though some may prefer warmer water. There will be 2 days of very light rain with an average of 0.9mm rain on those days. Average cloud cover will be 17%.

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

Taking a Holiday at Cap Blanc Nez, Escalles, Normandy, France

Taking a holiday at the beach in Cap Blanc Nez, Escalles, Normandy, France is an incredible experience that offers breathtaking views of the English Channel and picturesque landscapes. This coastal gem is located on the Côte d'Opale, a beautiful stretch of coastline known for its stunning cliffs and natural beauty. With a variety of activities to enjoy, Cap Blanc Nez beach has something for everyone.

Beach Type

The beach at Cap Blanc Nez is characterized by coarse sand and pebbles, with rocky outcrops scattered along the shoreline. The unique landscape provides an interesting contrast to the typical powdery white sand beaches found elsewhere. The rocky areas make this location ideal for snorkeling and diving enthusiasts, as these environments attract a diverse range of marine life.

Beach Activities

There are several activities popular at Cap Blanc Nez beach:

  1. Hiking: The area surrounding the beach boasts numerous hiking trails that offer impressive panoramic views over the English Channel and surrounding countryside.

  2. Birdwatching: Cap Blanc Nez is home to various bird species, making it an excellent spot for birdwatching enthusiasts.

  3. Snorkeling and Diving: As mentioned earlier, the rocky areas along the coastline provide excellent opportunities for snorkeling and diving to explore marine life.

  4. Photography: With its dramatic cliffs and stunning views, Cap Blanc Nez is a photographer's dream destination.

  5. Relaxation: Of course, simply enjoying the beautiful surroundings while relaxing on the beach is always an option for those looking to unwind on their holiday.

Accommodations

While there are no large-scale resorts or hotels directly on Cap Blanc Nez beach itself, there are several accommodation options within Escalles or nearby towns such as Wissant or Calais:

  1. L'Hôtel des Argousiers: A cozy hotel located in Wissant offering comfortable rooms and a charming atmosphere.

  2. Hotel Le Bellevue: Situated in Wissant, this hotel features modern amenities, ocean views, and a convenient location near the beach.

  3. Cottage de la plage: These vacation rentals in Escalles offer self-catering accommodations with stunning views of the coastline.

Areas to Stay In

  1. Escalles: This small village situated directly next to Cap Blanc Nez is an excellent option for those looking to stay close to the beach and enjoy a peaceful atmosphere.

  2. Wissant: Just a short drive from Cap Blanc Nez, Wissant offers more accommodation options and dining choices while still maintaining its quaint charm.

  3. Calais: For those seeking more urban amenities or easy access to transportation links such as ferries and trains, the city of Calais is just 20 minutes away by car.

Beach Amenities

Cap Blanc Nez beach offers several amenities for visitors:

  • Public restrooms
  • Parking lots
  • Picnic areas
  • Hiking trails nearby
  • Several restaurants in Escalles and surrounding areas

Cap Blanc Nez beach in Escalles, Normandy, France is an ideal destination for those seeking a unique coastal experience with stunning landscapes and diverse activities. With nearby accommodation options available in charming towns along the Côte d'Opale, this French gem is certainly worth considering for your next beach holiday.

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