Water temperature in Saint-Gildas-de-Rhuys
Sea surface temperature · updated today, Thursday, October 29, at 5:28 am (CET)- Today
- 55.6–56.1 °F
- Air today
- 48 / 60 °F
- Wed 4
- 55.4 °F
- Wetsuit
- 5/4 mm with booties
Today the water in Saint-Gildas-de-Rhuys is 55.8 °F and ranges 55.6–56.1 °F through the day, with the air between 48 °F and 60 °F. It stays steady over the next few days.
Measured by satellite
This is the temperature satellites measured 2 days ago in the water just below the surface, at the nearest point of sea to Saint-Gildas-de-Rhuys (0.7 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
- Fri 30
- Sat 31
- Sun 1
- Mon 2
- Tue 3
- Wed 4
- Thu 5
- Fri 6
- Sat 7
Water over the last 60 days
Over these days it has dropped 13.7 °F (from August 30).
Daily average and its range (low and high). The dotted line is the forecast.
Water temperature by month vs. normal
The water off Saint-Gildas-de-Rhuys is colder than normal for late October today (−2.4 °F).
- 50.1° 50°JanJ
- 49.1° 49°FebF
- 49.9° 50°MarM
- 53.0° 53°AprA
- 57.1° 57°MayM
- 61.5° 61°JunJ
- 64.1° 64°JulJ
- 65.0° 65°AugA
- 63.2° 63°SepS
- 60.5° 61°OctO
- 56.9° 57°NovN
- 53.0° 53°DecD
- Monthly normal
- Today
- Best time
The best time to swim in Saint-Gildas-de-Rhuys is from July to September, when the water averages 63.2–65.0 °F.
The water is warmest in August (65.0 °F on average) and coldest in February (49.1 °F).
Monthly averages for 1991–2020 (NOAA OISST, from satellites and buoys; nearest data point 8.7 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 | 55.6–56.1 °F | 48 / 60 °F | 4.1 ft |
| Fri 30 | 55.9–56.3 °F | 45 / 60 °F | 2.8 ft |
| Sat 31 | 55.9–56.3 °F | 46 / 55 °F | 3.1 ft |
| Sun 1 | 55.8–56.1 °F | 47 / 58 °F | 2.6 ft |
| Mon 2 | 55.8–55.9 °F | 47 / 59 °F | 2.0 ft |
| Tue 3 | 55.6–55.9 °F | 48 / 57 °F | 2.0 ft |
| Wed 4 | 55.2–55.6 °F | 41 / 52 °F | 2.3 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 |
|---|---|---|
| Wed 28 | 56.1 °F | 55.8–56.3 °F |
| Tue 27 | 56.3 °F | 56.3–56.5 °F |
| Mon 26 | 56.3 °F | 56.1–56.3 °F |
| Sun 25 | 56.3 °F | 56.1–56.3 °F |
| Sat 24 | 56.1 °F | 56.1–56.5 °F |
| Fri 23 | 57.6 °F | 56.7–58.3 °F |
| Thu 22 | 58.5 °F | 58.3–58.8 °F |
Show all 60 days
| Day | Water | Low / high |
|---|---|---|
| Wed 21 | 59.9 °F | 58.8–60.8 °F |
| Tue 20 | 60.6 °F | 60.6–61.0 °F |
| Mon 19 | 61.2 °F | 61.0–61.5 °F |
| Sun 18 | 61.9 °F | 61.5–62.1 °F |
| Sat 17 | 62.4 °F | 62.2–62.8 °F |
| Fri 16 | 63.1 °F | 62.8–63.5 °F |
| Thu 15 | 63.3 °F | 62.8–63.9 °F |
| Wed 14 | 63.0 °F | 62.4–63.3 °F |
| Tue 13 | 63.3 °F | 63.3–63.5 °F |
| Mon 12 | 63.1 °F | 63.0–63.3 °F |
| Sun 11 | 63.0 °F | 62.8–63.1 °F |
| Sat 10 | 63.5 °F | 63.3–64.0 °F |
| Fri 9 | 64.4 °F | 64.0–64.8 °F |
| Thu 8 | 65.1 °F | 64.8–65.7 °F |
| Wed 7 | 66.0 °F | 65.7–66.6 °F |
| Tue 6 | 66.4 °F | 66.0–66.7 °F |
| Mon 5 | 66.2 °F | 65.8–66.7 °F |
| Sun 4 | 66.0 °F | 65.8–66.2 °F |
| Sat 3 | 66.4 °F | 66.2–66.6 °F |
| Fri 2 | 66.6 °F | 66.4–66.7 °F |
| Thu 1 | 66.7 °F | 66.6–66.9 °F |
| Wed 30 | 66.9 °F | 66.9–66.9 °F |
| Tue 29 | 66.7 °F | 66.6–66.9 °F |
| Mon 28 | 66.6 °F | 66.4–66.7 °F |
| Sun 27 | 66.6 °F | 66.4–66.7 °F |
| Sat 26 | 66.7 °F | 66.4–66.9 °F |
| Fri 25 | 66.4 °F | 65.8–66.9 °F |
| Thu 24 | 66.6 °F | 66.0–67.1 °F |
| Wed 23 | 66.4 °F | 65.7–67.3 °F |
| Tue 22 | 65.8 °F | 65.3–66.4 °F |
| Mon 21 | 65.7 °F | 65.1–66.2 °F |
| Sun 20 | 65.5 °F | 64.9–65.8 °F |
| Sat 19 | 65.1 °F | 64.8–65.5 °F |
| Fri 18 | 65.5 °F | 65.3–65.7 °F |
| Thu 17 | 66.0 °F | 65.7–66.6 °F |
| Wed 16 | 66.9 °F | 66.6–67.6 °F |
| Tue 15 | 68.0 °F | 67.8–68.4 °F |
| Mon 14 | 68.2 °F | 67.5–68.7 °F |
| Sun 13 | 67.8 °F | 67.3–68.4 °F |
| Sat 12 | 67.6 °F | 67.1–68.0 °F |
| Fri 11 | 67.5 °F | 67.3–67.6 °F |
| Thu 10 | 67.6 °F | 67.5–68.0 °F |
| Wed 9 | 68.0 °F | 67.6–68.9 °F |
| Tue 8 | 69.3 °F | 69.1–69.6 °F |
| Mon 7 | 69.6 °F | 69.4–69.8 °F |
| Sun 6 | 69.4 °F | 68.9–70.0 °F |
| Sat 5 | 69.1 °F | 68.5–69.8 °F |
| Fri 4 | 68.9 °F | 68.7–68.9 °F |
| Thu 3 | 68.9 °F | 68.5–69.3 °F |
| Wed 2 | 68.9 °F | 68.4–69.1 °F |
| Tue 1 | 69.1 °F | 68.7–69.4 °F |
| Mon 31 | 69.3 °F | 69.1–69.6 °F |
| Sun 30 | 69.8 °F | 69.8–70.0 °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 Saint-Gildas-de-RhuysQuestions
What's the water temperature today in Saint-Gildas-de-Rhuys?
55.8 °F; through the day it ranges 55.6–56.1 °F.
Will the water get warmer or colder?
It stays steady over the next few days.
Which wetsuit do I need today?
With the water as it is today, 5/4 mm with booties (cold: takes your breath away). It's a rough guide: it depends on the wind and each person.
How warm is the water in Saint-Gildas-de-Rhuys in October?
In October, the water in Saint-Gildas-de-Rhuys averages 60.5 °F (1991–2020). For a long swim: 4/3 mm (cool).
How warm is the water in Saint-Gildas-de-Rhuys in August?
In August, the water in Saint-Gildas-de-Rhuys averages 65.0 °F (1991–2020), the warmest of the year. For a long swim: 3/2 mm (mild).
When is the best time to swim in Saint-Gildas-de-Rhuys?
The best time to swim in Saint-Gildas-de-Rhuys is from July to September, when the water averages 63.2–65.0 °F. The water is warmest in August (65.0 °F on average) and coldest in February (49.1 °F).
Is the water warmer or colder than normal?
The water off Saint-Gildas-de-Rhuys is colder than normal for late October today (−2.4 °F).
More about Saint-Gildas-de-Rhuys today
Water temperature near Saint-Gildas-de-Rhuys
- Arzon 55.8 °F · 4.3 mi
- Arradon 56.7 °F · 8.7 mi
- Bono 56.3 °F · 11 mi
- Damgan 56.1 °F · 12 mi
- Saint-Pierre-Quiberon 55.4 °F · 14 mi
- Le Palais 55.8 °F · 18 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 3.3 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 5:28 am (local time).
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