Water temperature in Cagnes-sur-Mer
Sea surface temperature · updated today, Thursday, October 29, at 8:26 am (CET)- Today
- 70.5–70.9 °F
- Air today
- 55 / 70 °F
- Wed 4
- 69.2 °F
- Wetsuit
- Shorty (springsuit)
Today the water in Cagnes-sur-Mer is 70.5 °F and ranges 70.5–70.9 °F through the day, with the air between 55 °F and 70 °F. It cools over the next few days: about 69.2 °F by Wednesday 4.
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 Cagnes-sur-Mer (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 10.8 °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 Cagnes-sur-Mer is warmer than normal for late October today (+4.4 °F).
- 57.1° 57°JanJ
- 56.1° 56°FebF
- 56.4° 56°MarM
- 58.4° 58°AprA
- 63.6° 64°MayM
- 70.0° 70°JunJ
- 74.7° 75°JulJ
- 76.4° 76°AugA
- 72.6° 73°SepS
- 68.1° 68°OctO
- 63.8° 64°NovN
- 60.0° 60°DecD
- Monthly normal
- Today
- Best time
The best time to swim in Cagnes-sur-Mer is from June to September, when the water averages 70.0–76.4 °F.
The water is warmest in August (76.4 °F on average) and coldest in February (56.1 °F).
Monthly averages for 1991–2020 (NOAA OISST, from satellites and buoys; nearest data point 2.1 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 | 70.5–70.9 °F | 55 / 70 °F | 0.7 ft |
| Fri 30 | 70.3–70.5 °F | 55 / 68 °F | 1.6 ft |
| Sat 31 | 70.2–70.3 °F | 54 / 67 °F | 1.5 ft |
| Sun 1 | 70.0–70.2 °F | 55 / 60 °F | 3.1 ft |
| Mon 2 | 69.6–70.0 °F | 46 / 67 °F | 3.6 ft |
| Tue 3 | 69.4–69.6 °F | 47 / 64 °F | 3.3 ft |
| Wed 4 | 69.1–69.3 °F | 46 / 64 °F | 4.0 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 | 70.9 °F | 70.7–70.9 °F |
| Tue 27 | 70.9 °F | 70.9–71.1 °F |
| Mon 26 | 70.9 °F | 70.9–71.1 °F |
| Sun 25 | 70.9 °F | 70.9–71.1 °F |
| Sat 24 | 70.9 °F | 70.9–71.1 °F |
| Fri 23 | 71.2 °F | 71.1–71.4 °F |
| Thu 22 | 71.6 °F | 71.4–71.8 °F |
Show all 60 days
| Day | Water | Low / high |
|---|---|---|
| Wed 21 | 72.0 °F | 71.8–72.0 °F |
| Tue 20 | 72.1 °F | 72.0–72.1 °F |
| Mon 19 | 72.3 °F | 72.3–72.3 °F |
| Sun 18 | 72.5 °F | 72.5–72.7 °F |
| Sat 17 | 72.7 °F | 72.7–72.9 °F |
| Fri 16 | 72.9 °F | 72.7–73.2 °F |
| Thu 15 | 72.9 °F | 72.7–73.0 °F |
| Wed 14 | 73.0 °F | 72.7–73.8 °F |
| Tue 13 | 73.9 °F | 73.8–74.1 °F |
| Mon 12 | 73.9 °F | 73.8–74.3 °F |
| Sun 11 | 74.1 °F | 73.9–74.3 °F |
| Sat 10 | 74.1 °F | 73.9–74.3 °F |
| Fri 9 | 74.1 °F | 74.1–74.1 °F |
| Thu 8 | 73.9 °F | 73.8–74.1 °F |
| Wed 7 | 74.5 °F | 73.9–75.7 °F |
| Tue 6 | 75.7 °F | 75.6–75.7 °F |
| Mon 5 | 75.9 °F | 75.7–75.9 °F |
| Sun 4 | 75.9 °F | 75.9–76.1 °F |
| Sat 3 | 76.1 °F | 76.1–76.3 °F |
| Fri 2 | 76.3 °F | 76.1–76.5 °F |
| Thu 1 | 76.3 °F | 76.3–76.5 °F |
| Wed 30 | 76.6 °F | 76.5–77.0 °F |
| Tue 29 | 77.0 °F | 76.8–77.2 °F |
| Mon 28 | 77.2 °F | 77.0–77.4 °F |
| Sun 27 | 77.4 °F | 77.2–77.7 °F |
| Sat 26 | 77.5 °F | 77.4–77.7 °F |
| Fri 25 | 77.5 °F | 77.5–77.7 °F |
| Thu 24 | 77.9 °F | 77.7–78.1 °F |
| Wed 23 | 78.3 °F | 78.1–78.4 °F |
| Tue 22 | 78.6 °F | 78.3–79.2 °F |
| Mon 21 | 78.6 °F | 78.3–78.8 °F |
| Sun 20 | 78.6 °F | 78.4–79.0 °F |
| Sat 19 | 78.6 °F | 78.4–78.8 °F |
| Fri 18 | 78.8 °F | 78.6–79.0 °F |
| Thu 17 | 79.0 °F | 78.8–79.2 °F |
| Wed 16 | 79.2 °F | 78.8–79.5 °F |
| Tue 15 | 79.3 °F | 79.0–79.9 °F |
| Mon 14 | 79.3 °F | 79.0–79.7 °F |
| Sun 13 | 79.5 °F | 79.3–79.9 °F |
| Sat 12 | 79.9 °F | 79.5–80.1 °F |
| Fri 11 | 80.1 °F | 79.9–80.2 °F |
| Thu 10 | 80.2 °F | 80.2–80.4 °F |
| Wed 9 | 80.8 °F | 80.6–81.0 °F |
| Tue 8 | 81.1 °F | 80.8–81.7 °F |
| Mon 7 | 81.5 °F | 80.8–82.2 °F |
| Sun 6 | 81.1 °F | 80.6–81.9 °F |
| Sat 5 | 81.0 °F | 80.6–81.1 °F |
| Fri 4 | 81.1 °F | 80.8–81.7 °F |
| Thu 3 | 81.1 °F | 80.6–81.7 °F |
| Wed 2 | 81.3 °F | 80.8–81.7 °F |
| Tue 1 | 81.5 °F | 81.1–82.0 °F |
| Mon 31 | 81.7 °F | 81.3–82.0 °F |
| Sun 30 | 81.7 °F | 81.1–82.2 °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 Cagnes-sur-MerQuestions
What's the water temperature today in Cagnes-sur-Mer?
70.5 °F; through the day it ranges 70.5–70.9 °F.
Will the water get warmer or colder?
It cools over the next few days: about 69.2 °F by Wednesday 4.
Which wetsuit do I need today?
With the water as it is today, shorty (springsuit) (pleasant). It's a rough guide: it depends on the wind and each person.
How warm is the water in Cagnes-sur-Mer in October?
In October, the water in Cagnes-sur-Mer averages 68.1 °F (1991–2020). For a long swim: shorty (springsuit) (pleasant).
How warm is the water in Cagnes-sur-Mer in August?
In August, the water in Cagnes-sur-Mer averages 76.4 °F (1991–2020), the warmest of the year. For a long swim: no wetsuit (warm).
When is the best time to swim in Cagnes-sur-Mer?
The best time to swim in Cagnes-sur-Mer is from June to September, when the water averages 70.0–76.4 °F. The water is warmest in August (76.4 °F on average) and coldest in February (56.1 °F).
Is the water warmer or colder than normal?
The water off Cagnes-sur-Mer is warmer than normal for late October today (+4.4 °F).
More about Cagnes-sur-Mer today
Water temperature near Cagnes-sur-Mer
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 2.9 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 8:26 am (local time).
Spotted a mistake? Tell us · Where the weather and sea data come from