Beach Weather in Cap Blanc Nez, Escalles, France

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Beach Weather Today in Cap Blanc Nez

Today the maximum temperature will be 13° which is a little too chilly for sunbathing. Today the water temperature will be 10° 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 28%.

The winds will be cross-on shore and moderate at 30kmh from the North-Northeast. The moderate winds will make the temperatures feel colder. 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 09:27 PM. The skies should be fairly 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 13° which is too cold for sunbathing. The average water temperature will be 10° 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 45%.

CAP BLANC NEZ - BEACH WEATHER FORECAST

Sat 9th May
12 AM 3 AM 6 AM 9 AM 12 PM 3 PM 6 PM 9 PM
11° 10° 10° 12° 14° 15° 14° 13°
4% 4% 16% 34% 25% 73% 48% 26%
0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm
10°
10°
10°
10°
10°
10°
10°
10°
Sun 10th May
12 AM 3 AM 6 AM 9 AM 12 PM 3 PM 6 PM 9 PM
12° 11° 11° 12° 12° 12° 11° 10°
13% 18% 21% 76% 83% 100% 100% 86%
0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm
10°
10°
10°
10°
10°
10°
10°
10°
Mon 11th May
12 AM 3 AM 6 AM 9 AM 12 PM 3 PM 6 PM 9 PM
10° 10° 10°
30% 25% 2% 5% 78% 84% 72% 69%
0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm
12°
12°
12°
12°
12°
12°
12°
12°
Tue 12th May
12 AM 3 AM 6 AM 9 AM 12 PM 3 PM 6 PM 9 PM
10° 12° 12° 12° 12°
14% 12% 10% 27% 87% 72% 98% 83%
0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.2mm
10°
10°
10°
10°
10°
10°
10°
10°
Wed 13th May
12 AM 3 AM 6 AM 9 AM 12 PM 3 PM 6 PM 9 PM
12° 10° 10° 11° 12° 12° 12° 11°
82% 32% 7% 72% 100% 36% 88% 83%
0.1mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.1mm 0.2mm
10°
10°
10°
10°
10°
12°
12°
12°
Thu 14th May
12 AM 3 AM 6 AM 9 AM 12 PM 3 PM 6 PM 9 PM
10° 10° 11° 10°
56% 16% 50% 98% 100% 85% 43% 24%
0.1mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.1mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm
12°
12°
12°
12°
12°
12°
12°
12°
Fri 15th May
12 AM 3 AM 6 AM 9 AM 12 PM 3 PM 6 PM 9 PM
10° 11° 11° 11°
44% 53% 67% 38% 28% 20% 49% 78%
0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm
12°
12°
12°
12°
12°
12°
12°
12°
Sat 9th May
12 AM 3 AM 6 AM 9 AM 12 PM 3 PM 6 PM 9 PM
19
kmh
16
kmh
18
kmh
19
kmh
25
kmh
29
kmh
30
kmh
27
kmh
0.5m
0.5m
0.5m
0.4m
0.8m
0.8m
0.9m
0.9m
5.4s 6.4s 6.3s 8.5s 8.4s 8.4s 8.4s 8.7s
Sun 10th May
12 AM 3 AM 6 AM 9 AM 12 PM 3 PM 6 PM 9 PM
28
kmh
33
kmh
37
kmh
44
kmh
45
kmh
46
kmh
49
kmh
48
kmh
1.2m
1.3m
1.5m
1.6m
1.6m
1.7m
1.8m
1.7m
4.2s 4.5s 4.9s 5.3s 5.6s 5.8s 6.2s 6.4s
Mon 11th May
12 AM 3 AM 6 AM 9 AM 12 PM 3 PM 6 PM 9 PM
40
kmh
34
kmh
30
kmh
25
kmh
28
kmh
28
kmh
26
kmh
21
kmh
1.5m
1.3m
1.2m
0.8m
1.0m
1.0m
0.9m
1.6m
6.1s 5.8s 5.4s 5.8s 5.7s 5.5s 5.5s 6.1s
Tue 12th May
12 AM 3 AM 6 AM 9 AM 12 PM 3 PM 6 PM 9 PM
11
kmh
14
kmh
22
kmh
27
kmh
32
kmh
34
kmh
34
kmh
33
kmh
0.9m
1.4m
1.2m
1.2m
1.4m
1.5m
1.4m
1.4m
6.1s 6.5s 6.8s 7.3s 7.8s 7.9s 7.8s 7.7s
Wed 13th May
12 AM 3 AM 6 AM 9 AM 12 PM 3 PM 6 PM 9 PM
24
kmh
22
kmh
27
kmh
36
kmh
41
kmh
42
kmh
40
kmh
32
kmh
1.1m
1.0m
1.1m
1.3m
1.4m
1.6m
1.3m
1.2m
7.6s 7.5s 7.3s 7.2s 7.1s 6.8s 6.6s 6.4s
Thu 14th May
12 AM 3 AM 6 AM 9 AM 12 PM 3 PM 6 PM 9 PM
27
kmh
22
kmh
22
kmh
24
kmh
24
kmh
30
kmh
33
kmh
33
kmh
1.1m
1.5m
1.6m
1.3m
1.0m
0.8m
0.4m
0.1m
6.4s 6.6s 6.8s 6.8s 6.6s 6.3s 5.8s 5.7s
Fri 15th May
12 AM 3 AM 6 AM 9 AM 12 PM 3 PM 6 PM 9 PM
29
kmh
27
kmh
24
kmh
21
kmh
13
kmh
9
kmh
22
kmh
26
kmh
0.4m
0.5m
0.5m
0.5m
0.6m
0.6m
0.7m
0.7m
5.6s 5.5s 5.8s 6.4s 7.3s 5.8s 6.5s 7.2s
Sat 9th May
5:17 AM 12:14 PM 5:44 PM
6.54 2.58 6.40
Sun 10th May
12:40 AM 6:14 AM 1:12 PM 6:46 PM
2.62 6.28 2.71 6.19
Mon 11th May
1:46 AM 7:25 AM 2:29 PM 8:06 PM
2.69 6.15 2.75 6.17
Tue 12th May
3:17 AM 9:17 AM 4:07 PM 9:57 PM
2.61 6.29 2.56 6.44
Wed 13th May
4:45 AM 10:36 AM 5:20 PM 10:55 PM
2.29 6.70 2.18 6.88
Thu 14th May
5:49 AM 11:23 AM 6:19 PM 11:40 PM
1.86 7.14 1.76 7.32
Fri 15th May
6:45 AM 12:05 PM 7:11 PM
1.44 7.54 1.40
Sat 9th May
15°
0.0mm
20kmh ENE
28%
Sun 10th May
12°
0.0mm
42kmh NE
62%
Mon 11th May
10°
0.0mm
26kmh NNW
45%
Tue 12th May
12°
0.2mm
28kmh SW
50%
Wed 13th May
12°
0.4mm
36kmh WSW
62%
Thu 14th May
11°
0.2mm
23kmh NW
59%
Fri 15th May
11°
0.0mm
17kmh NNW
47%
Sat 16th May
12°
0.9mm
26kmh WSW
91%
Sun 17th May
13°
0.0mm
18kmh WSW
36%
Mon 18th May
11°
5.3mm
33kmh SW
94%
Tue 19th May
12°
5.4mm
32kmh NW
85%
Wed 20th May
14°
0.1mm
16kmh W
31%
Thu 21st May
13°
0.0mm
19kmh NE
26%
Fri 22nd May
14°
0.0mm
26kmh NE
44%

In the next 14 days average maximum daily temperatures will be 12° which is too cold for sunbathing. The average water temperature will be 11° which is very cold and bracing, it's not recommended you swim with out a full wet suit. There will be 7 days of very light rain with an average of 1.8mm rain on those days. Average cloud cover will be 54%.

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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