Brittany wave buoy observations on Sun, Apr 5, 2026 last observation shown oldest observation available Daily averages for
Line chart showing wave height and wave period for Brittany. Use the detailed observations table below for the same data in text form.
About Brittany wave buoy
Brittany (WMO 62163) is an offshore buoy in the Bay of Biscay (47.5500°N, 8.4700°W). It helps monitor Atlantic swell and storm waves affecting western France and the western approaches to the Channel. It reports directional wave measurements and marine meteorology used in forecasting and marine safety.
| Hour | Wave height (ft) | Wave Period (s) | Wind Direction | Wind Speed (mph) | Water Temp (°C) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| - | - | W | 22 | 12.4 | |
| - | - | W | 22 | 12.3 | |
| - | - | W | 20 | 12.3 | |
| - | - | W | 18 | 12.3 | |
| - | - | WNW | 20 | 12.3 | |
| - | - | WNW | 16 | 12.3 | |
| - | - | WNW | 16 | 12.3 | |
| - | - | NW | 14 | 12.3 | |
| - | - | NW | 11 | 12.3 | |
| - | - | NW | 9 | 12.3 | |
| - | - | WNW | 6 | 12.3 | |
| - | - | WNW | 5 | 12.4 | |
| - | - | WSW | 3 | 12.5 | |
| - | - | SSW | 5 | 12.6 | |
| - | - | S | 7 | 12.8 | |
| - | - | SSE | 9 | 12.9 | |
| - | - | SSE | 13 | 12.8 | |
| - | - | SE | 14 | 12.7 | |
| - | - | SSE | 16 | 12.6 | |
| - | - | SSE | 18 | 12.5 | |
| - | - | SSE | 18 | 12.5 | |
| - | - | SSE | 21 | 12.5 | |
| - | - | SSE | 21 | 12.5 | |
| - | - | S | 21 | 12.5 |