Water temperature in Saint-Jean-de-Luz
Sea surface temperature · updated today, Thursday, October 29, at 7:34 am (CET)- Today
- 64.0–64.0 °F
- Air today
- 45 / 65 °F
- Wed 4
- 63.2 °F
- Wetsuit
- 3/2 mm
Today the water in Saint-Jean-de-Luz is 64.0 °F and ranges 64.0–64.0 °F through the day, with the air between 45 °F and 65 °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-Jean-de-Luz (0.9 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 10.6 °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-Jean-de-Luz is warmer than normal for late October today (+1.3 °F).
- 54.9° 55°JanJ
- 54.0° 54°FebF
- 54.5° 55°MarM
- 56.5° 57°AprA
- 60.5° 61°MayM
- 66.0° 66°JunJ
- 70.2° 70°JulJ
- 72.0° 72°AugA
- 69.4° 69°SepS
- 65.0° 65°OctO
- 60.4° 60°NovN
- 56.9° 57°DecD
- Monthly normal
- Today
- Best time
The best time to swim in Saint-Jean-de-Luz is from July to September, when the water averages 69.4–72.0 °F.
The water is warmest in August (72.0 °F on average) and coldest in February (54.0 °F).
Monthly averages for 1991–2020 (NOAA OISST, from satellites and buoys; nearest data point 11 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 | 64.0–64.0 °F | 45 / 65 °F | 8.0 ft |
| Fri 30 | 63.9–64.0 °F | 46 / 62 °F | 3.6 ft |
| Sat 31 | 63.9–64.0 °F | 46 / 62 °F | 3.7 ft |
| Sun 1 | 63.9–64.0 °F | 50 / 60 °F | 3.9 ft |
| Mon 2 | 63.7–63.9 °F | 46 / 55 °F | 3.7 ft |
| Tue 3 | 63.5–63.7 °F | 39 / 55 °F | 3.4 ft |
| Wed 4 | 63.1–63.3 °F | 40 / 55 °F | 2.6 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 | 64.2 °F | 64.0–64.2 °F |
| Tue 27 | 64.2 °F | 64.0–64.4 °F |
| Mon 26 | 64.2 °F | 63.9–64.6 °F |
| Sun 25 | 63.9 °F | 63.7–63.9 °F |
| Sat 24 | 64.0 °F | 63.9–64.0 °F |
| Fri 23 | 64.0 °F | 64.0–64.2 °F |
| Thu 22 | 64.4 °F | 64.2–64.6 °F |
Show all 60 days
| Day | Water | Low / high |
|---|---|---|
| Wed 21 | 64.8 °F | 64.6–64.8 °F |
| Tue 20 | 64.9 °F | 64.8–65.3 °F |
| Mon 19 | 65.8 °F | 65.3–66.6 °F |
| Sun 18 | 67.1 °F | 66.6–67.6 °F |
| Sat 17 | 68.2 °F | 67.6–68.5 °F |
| Fri 16 | 68.7 °F | 68.5–68.9 °F |
| Thu 15 | 68.7 °F | 68.2–69.1 °F |
| Wed 14 | 68.5 °F | 68.2–69.1 °F |
| Tue 13 | 68.4 °F | 68.0–68.7 °F |
| Mon 12 | 68.2 °F | 67.8–68.5 °F |
| Sun 11 | 68.0 °F | 67.8–68.2 °F |
| Sat 10 | 68.2 °F | 68.0–68.4 °F |
| Fri 9 | 68.4 °F | 68.2–68.4 °F |
| Thu 8 | 68.7 °F | 68.4–69.3 °F |
| Wed 7 | 69.4 °F | 69.3–69.4 °F |
| Tue 6 | 69.6 °F | 69.3–70.0 °F |
| Mon 5 | 69.8 °F | 69.3–70.3 °F |
| Sun 4 | 69.6 °F | 68.9–70.0 °F |
| Sat 3 | 69.4 °F | 69.1–70.0 °F |
| Fri 2 | 69.4 °F | 69.3–69.6 °F |
| Thu 1 | 69.8 °F | 69.6–70.0 °F |
| Wed 30 | 70.3 °F | 69.8–71.6 °F |
| Tue 29 | 71.4 °F | 71.2–71.8 °F |
| Mon 28 | 71.8 °F | 71.2–72.1 °F |
| Sun 27 | 71.6 °F | 71.1–72.0 °F |
| Sat 26 | 71.4 °F | 71.2–71.6 °F |
| Fri 25 | 71.6 °F | 71.4–72.1 °F |
| Thu 24 | 72.0 °F | 71.2–72.7 °F |
| Wed 23 | 71.6 °F | 71.1–72.0 °F |
| Tue 22 | 71.2 °F | 70.9–71.4 °F |
| Mon 21 | 71.2 °F | 70.9–71.6 °F |
| Sun 20 | 71.2 °F | 70.9–71.6 °F |
| Sat 19 | 71.2 °F | 71.1–71.4 °F |
| Fri 18 | 71.6 °F | 71.4–71.8 °F |
| Thu 17 | 71.8 °F | 71.6–72.0 °F |
| Wed 16 | 71.6 °F | 70.3–72.1 °F |
| Tue 15 | 70.7 °F | 70.3–71.2 °F |
| Mon 14 | 70.9 °F | 70.3–71.6 °F |
| Sun 13 | 70.7 °F | 70.2–71.2 °F |
| Sat 12 | 70.7 °F | 70.3–71.1 °F |
| Fri 11 | 70.9 °F | 70.5–71.1 °F |
| Thu 10 | 71.2 °F | 71.1–71.6 °F |
| Wed 9 | 72.1 °F | 71.8–73.6 °F |
| Tue 8 | 73.8 °F | 73.4–73.9 °F |
| Mon 7 | 73.8 °F | 73.4–74.1 °F |
| Sun 6 | 74.1 °F | 73.2–75.0 °F |
| Sat 5 | 73.6 °F | 73.2–74.1 °F |
| Fri 4 | 73.4 °F | 72.7–73.9 °F |
| Thu 3 | 73.2 °F | 72.7–73.6 °F |
| Wed 2 | 73.6 °F | 72.9–74.8 °F |
| Tue 1 | 74.7 °F | 74.5–74.8 °F |
| Mon 31 | 74.8 °F | 74.5–75.0 °F |
| Sun 30 | 74.8 °F | 74.5–75.2 °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-Jean-de-LuzQuestions
What's the water temperature today in Saint-Jean-de-Luz?
64.0 °F; through the day it ranges 64.0–64.0 °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, 3/2 mm (mild). It's a rough guide: it depends on the wind and each person.
How warm is the water in Saint-Jean-de-Luz in October?
In October, the water in Saint-Jean-de-Luz averages 65.0 °F (1991–2020). For a long swim: 3/2 mm (mild).
How warm is the water in Saint-Jean-de-Luz in August?
In August, the water in Saint-Jean-de-Luz averages 72.0 °F (1991–2020), the warmest of the year. For a long swim: rash guard or top (very pleasant).
When is the best time to swim in Saint-Jean-de-Luz?
The best time to swim in Saint-Jean-de-Luz is from July to September, when the water averages 69.4–72.0 °F. The water is warmest in August (72.0 °F on average) and coldest in February (54.0 °F).
Is the water warmer or colder than normal?
The water off Saint-Jean-de-Luz is warmer than normal for late October today (+1.3 °F).
More about Saint-Jean-de-Luz today
Water temperature near Saint-Jean-de-Luz
- Urrugne 64.0 °F · 2.6 mi
- Guéthary 64.0 °F · 3.6 mi
- Lezo 64.2 °F · 13 mi
- Urt 63.3 °F · 20 mi
- Capbreton 63.9 °F · 21 mi
- Orio 64.0 °F · 24 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 5.2 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 7:34 am (local time).
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