Water temperature in St. Lunaire-Griquet
Sea surface temperature · updated today, Wednesday, October 28, at 8:35 pm (GMT-2:30)- Today
- 38.7–39.0 °F
- Air today
- 30 / 38 °F
- Tue 3
- 37.5 °F
- Wetsuit
- 6/5 mm with hood, booties and gloves
Today the water in St. Lunaire-Griquet is 38.7 °F and ranges 38.7–39.0 °F through the day, with the air between 30 °F and 38 °F. It cools over the next few days: about 37.5 °F by Tuesday 3.
Measured by satellite
This is the temperature satellites measured yesterday in the water just below the surface, at the nearest point of sea to St. Lunaire-Griquet (0.3 mi away), from NASA's MUR analysis, which sees the water in 1 km detail. It isn't a forecast: the big figure above is what a model gives for right now. On sunny afternoons the top of the water can be a little warmer.
Satellite: NASA MUR (JPL MUR MEaSUREs, PO.DAAC), doi:10.5067/GHGMR-4FJ04. Sources and licenses
The water over the next few days
- Today
- Thu 29
- Fri 30
- Sat 31
- Sun 1
- Mon 2
- Tue 3
- Wed 4
- Thu 5
- Fri 6
Water over the last 60 days
Over these days it has dropped 20.2 °F (from August 29).
Over the next few weeks the water looks normal for the time of year (−0.4 °F), according to ECMWF 46-day.
Daily average and its range (low and high). The dotted line is the forecast.
Water temperature by month vs. normal
The water off St. Lunaire-Griquet is about normal for late October today.
- 31.5° 32°JanJ
- 31.0° 31°FebF
- 30.8° 31°MarM
- 30.9° 31°AprA
- 32.9° 33°MayM
- 38.0° 38°JunJ
- 46.1° 46°JulJ
- 50.8° 51°AugA
- 46.8° 47°SepS
- 40.6° 41°OctO
- 36.0° 36°NovN
- 32.9° 33°DecD
- Monthly normal
- Today
- Best time
In St. Lunaire-Griquet the water is cold all year: it is warmest in August (50.8 °F on average). For a long swim, wear a wetsuit.
The water is warmest in August (50.8 °F on average) and coldest in March (30.8 °F).
Monthly averages for 1991–2020 (NOAA OISST, from satellites and buoys; nearest data point 9.2 mi away). Right by the shore, the water can be a little colder or warmer. Sources and licenses
Water and air, day by day
| Day | Water | Air | Max wave |
|---|---|---|---|
| Today | 38.7–39.0 °F | 30 / 38 °F | 5.5 ft |
| Thu 29 | 38.5–38.7 °F | 34 / 40 °F | 4.2 ft |
| Fri 30 | 38.3–38.7 °F | 37 / 47 °F | 4.6 ft |
| Sat 31 | 37.9–38.5 °F | 32 / 36 °F | 5.7 ft |
| Sun 1 | 37.6–37.8 °F | 28 / 36 °F | 5.6 ft |
| Mon 2 | 37.8–38.3 °F | 30 / 38 °F | 6.1 ft |
| Tue 3 | 37.0–37.9 °F | 28 / 32 °F | 5.8 ft |
Which wetsuit to wear
| Water | Wetsuit | How it feels |
|---|---|---|
| < 52 °F | 6/5 mm with hood, booties and gloves | Very cold: full kit only |
| 52°–57 °F | 5/4 mm with booties | Cold: takes your breath away |
| 57°–63 °F | 4/3 mm | Cool |
| 63°–66 °F | 3/2 mm | Mild |
| 66°–72 °F | Shorty (springsuit) | Pleasant |
| 72°–75 °F | Rash guard or top | Very pleasant |
| > 75 °F | No wetsuit | Warm |
A rough guide: it depends on the wind, how long you stay in and each person.
Fish are cold-blooded: the water sets their activity. Sudden temperature changes usually put them off the bite; with steady water, activity is more regular.
Previous days
The water over the last 60 days.
| Day | Water | Low / high |
|---|---|---|
| Tue 27 | 39.2 °F | 39.0–39.2 °F |
| Mon 26 | 39.0 °F | 39.0–39.2 °F |
| Sun 25 | 39.0 °F | 38.8–39.2 °F |
| Sat 24 | 39.2 °F | 39.2–39.4 °F |
| Fri 23 | 39.9 °F | 39.4–40.1 °F |
| Thu 22 | 39.9 °F | 39.7–40.1 °F |
| Wed 21 | 39.9 °F | 39.7–40.1 °F |
Show all 60 days
| Day | Water | Low / high |
|---|---|---|
| Tue 20 | 39.7 °F | 39.4–40.1 °F |
| Mon 19 | 39.2 °F | 39.0–39.4 °F |
| Sun 18 | 39.4 °F | 39.2–39.4 °F |
| Sat 17 | 39.4 °F | 39.2–39.4 °F |
| Fri 16 | 39.7 °F | 39.4–40.1 °F |
| Thu 15 | 40.8 °F | 40.1–41.4 °F |
| Wed 14 | 41.9 °F | 41.4–42.3 °F |
| Tue 13 | 43.3 °F | 42.4–44.1 °F |
| Mon 12 | 44.8 °F | 44.2–45.0 °F |
| Sun 11 | 45.1 °F | 45.0–45.5 °F |
| Sat 10 | 46.0 °F | 45.5–46.2 °F |
| Fri 9 | 45.9 °F | 45.7–46.0 °F |
| Thu 8 | 45.5 °F | 45.3–45.7 °F |
| Wed 7 | 45.5 °F | 45.1–45.7 °F |
| Tue 6 | 45.5 °F | 45.3–45.5 °F |
| Mon 5 | 45.1 °F | 45.1–45.3 °F |
| Sun 4 | 45.0 °F | 44.8–45.1 °F |
| Sat 3 | 45.1 °F | 44.8–45.7 °F |
| Fri 2 | 45.1 °F | 45.0–45.1 °F |
| Thu 1 | 45.0 °F | 44.8–45.1 °F |
| Wed 30 | 45.0 °F | 44.4–45.5 °F |
| Tue 29 | 44.8 °F | 44.6–45.0 °F |
| Mon 28 | 44.6 °F | 44.1–45.5 °F |
| Sun 27 | 44.2 °F | 44.1–44.2 °F |
| Sat 26 | 43.9 °F | 43.5–44.2 °F |
| Fri 25 | 44.1 °F | 43.5–44.6 °F |
| Thu 24 | 44.1 °F | 43.7–44.2 °F |
| Wed 23 | 44.1 °F | 43.9–44.4 °F |
| Tue 22 | 45.3 °F | 43.9–46.4 °F |
| Mon 21 | 45.9 °F | 45.7–46.2 °F |
| Sun 20 | 45.1 °F | 44.6–45.7 °F |
| Sat 19 | 46.4 °F | 45.3–47.8 °F |
| Fri 18 | 48.2 °F | 47.8–48.6 °F |
| Thu 17 | 48.2 °F | 48.0–48.6 °F |
| Wed 16 | 48.2 °F | 48.0–48.4 °F |
| Tue 15 | 47.7 °F | 47.1–48.6 °F |
| Mon 14 | 47.1 °F | 46.9–47.5 °F |
| Sun 13 | 47.3 °F | 47.1–47.5 °F |
| Sat 12 | 47.5 °F | 47.1–48.2 °F |
| Fri 11 | 48.0 °F | 47.3–48.4 °F |
| Thu 10 | 47.8 °F | 47.5–48.2 °F |
| Wed 9 | 48.7 °F | 48.2–49.5 °F |
| Tue 8 | 52.0 °F | 49.6–53.2 °F |
| Mon 7 | 53.2 °F | 52.9–53.4 °F |
| Sun 6 | 52.7 °F | 52.3–53.1 °F |
| Sat 5 | 53.8 °F | 53.1–54.1 °F |
| Fri 4 | 55.4 °F | 54.0–57.6 °F |
| Thu 3 | 57.9 °F | 57.7–58.3 °F |
| Wed 2 | 57.6 °F | 56.8–58.3 °F |
| Tue 1 | 57.4 °F | 56.8–58.1 °F |
| Mon 31 | 59.0 °F | 58.3–59.2 °F |
| Sun 30 | 59.0 °F | 58.6–59.4 °F |
| Sat 29 | 59.4 °F | 59.0–59.5 °F |
It's the daily analysis from Météo-France / Copernicus Marine (satellites, buoys and model), not a buoy reading at this spot.
Questions about the water in St. Lunaire-GriquetQuestions
What's the water temperature today in St. Lunaire-Griquet?
38.7 °F; through the day it ranges 38.7–39.0 °F.
Will the water get warmer or colder?
It cools over the next few days: about 37.5 °F by Tuesday 3.
Which wetsuit do I need today?
With the water as it is today, 6/5 mm with hood, booties and gloves (very cold: full kit only). It's a rough guide: it depends on the wind and each person.
How warm is the water in St. Lunaire-Griquet in October?
In October, the water in St. Lunaire-Griquet averages 40.6 °F (1991–2020). For a long swim: 6/5 mm with hood, booties and gloves (very cold: full kit only).
How warm is the water in St. Lunaire-Griquet in August?
In August, the water in St. Lunaire-Griquet averages 50.8 °F (1991–2020), the warmest of the year. For a long swim: 6/5 mm with hood, booties and gloves (very cold: full kit only).
When is the best time to swim in St. Lunaire-Griquet?
In St. Lunaire-Griquet the water is cold all year: it is warmest in August (50.8 °F on average). For a long swim, wear a wetsuit. The water is warmest in August (50.8 °F on average) and coldest in March (30.8 °F).
Is the water warmer or colder than normal?
The water off St. Lunaire-Griquet is about normal for late October today.
More about St. Lunaire-Griquet today
Water temperature near St. Lunaire-Griquet
- St. Anthony 39.0 °F · 12 mi
- Raleigh 39.0 °F · 12 mi
- Main Brook 41.0 °F · 33 mi
- Red Bay 39.6 °F · 44 mi
- Green Island Brook 39.6 °F · 46 mi
- Conche 39.7 °F · 48 mi
Only places with a different forecast: spots a few miles apart share the same model cell and wouldn't add anything.
Learn more
Sea surface temperature: Open-Meteo with Météo-France / Copernicus Marine, CC BY 4.0; grid point 11 mi away. Near the shore, in coves and estuaries, the water can be a little colder or warmer.
Forecast from Open-Meteo (CC BY 4.0) with models from ECMWF, NOAA, Météo-France, DWD, Copernicus Marine and CAMS. Updated at 8:35 pm (local time).
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