Water temperature in Cavalaire-sur-Mer
Sea surface temperature · updated today, Thursday, October 29, at 3:53 am (CET)- Today
- 69.6–69.8 °F
- Air today
- 63 / 67 °F
- Wed 4
- 69.0 °F
- Wetsuit
- Shorty (springsuit)
Today the water in Cavalaire-sur-Mer is 69.6 °F and ranges 69.6–69.8 °F through the day, with the air between 63 °F and 67 °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 Cavalaire-sur-Mer (0.6 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 temperature by month vs. normal
The water off Cavalaire-sur-Mer is warmer than normal for late October today (+5.0 °F).
- 56.6° 57°JanJ
- 55.8° 56°FebF
- 56.2° 56°MarM
- 58.1° 58°AprA
- 62.9° 63°MayM
- 69.1° 69°JunJ
- 73.5° 74°JulJ
- 75.3° 75°AugA
- 71.3° 71°SepS
- 66.8° 67°OctO
- 62.6° 63°NovN
- 58.9° 59°DecD
- Monthly normal
- Today
- Best time
The best time to swim in Cavalaire-sur-Mer is from June to September, when the water averages 69.1–75.3 °F.
The water is warmest in August (75.3 °F on average) and coldest in February (55.8 °F).
Monthly averages for 1991–2020 (NOAA OISST, from satellites and buoys; nearest data point 4.2 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 | 69.6–69.8 °F | 63 / 67 °F | 1.3 ft |
| Fri 30 | 69.6–69.8 °F | 64 / 67 °F | 2.8 ft |
| Sat 31 | 69.6–69.8 °F | 56 / 68 °F | 2.8 ft |
| Sun 1 | 69.4–69.6 °F | 55 / 62 °F | 3.7 ft |
| Mon 2 | 69.3–69.4 °F | 47 / 64 °F | 4.4 ft |
| Tue 3 | 69.1–69.3 °F | 45 / 58 °F | 3.8 ft |
| Wed 4 | 68.9–69.1 °F | 49 / 63 °F | 5.1 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.
Questions about the water in Cavalaire-sur-MerQuestions
What's the water temperature today in Cavalaire-sur-Mer?
69.6 °F; through the day it ranges 69.6–69.8 °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, shorty (springsuit) (pleasant). It's a rough guide: it depends on the wind and each person.
How warm is the water in Cavalaire-sur-Mer in October?
In October, the water in Cavalaire-sur-Mer averages 66.8 °F (1991–2020). For a long swim: shorty (springsuit) (pleasant).
How warm is the water in Cavalaire-sur-Mer in August?
In August, the water in Cavalaire-sur-Mer averages 75.3 °F (1991–2020), the warmest of the year. For a long swim: no wetsuit (warm).
When is the best time to swim in Cavalaire-sur-Mer?
The best time to swim in Cavalaire-sur-Mer is from June to September, when the water averages 69.1–75.3 °F. The water is warmest in August (75.3 °F on average) and coldest in February (55.8 °F).
Is the water warmer or colder than normal?
The water off Cavalaire-sur-Mer is warmer than normal for late October today (+5.0 °F).
More about Cavalaire-sur-Mer today
Water temperature near Cavalaire-sur-Mer
- Le Lavandou 69.1 °F · 8.6 mi
- Saint-Tropez 69.8 °F · 8.6 mi
- Hyères 68.4 °F · 21 mi
- Fréjus 70.0 °F · 21 mi
- Carqueiranne 68.5 °F · 24 mi
- La Valette-du-Var 68.5 °F · 28 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 3:53 am (local time).
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