Gascogne wave buoy monthly averages for 2010 last observation shown Data available: to
Average Wave Height
7 ft
1.3 — 35.4 ft
Average Wave period
6 secs
0 — 27 secs
Average Water temperature
5 °C
0 — 23 °C
Average Wind
NNE, 15 mph
2 — 41 mph
About Gascogne wave buoy
Gascogne (WMO 62001) is an offshore buoy in the Bay of Biscay region (45.2300°N, 5.0000°W). It is positioned to observe Atlantic swell and storm systems affecting western France, northern Spain and the western approaches. It typically measures directional waves and marine meteorology for forecasting and maritime safety.
| Month | Wave height (ft) | Wave Period (s) | Wind Direction | Wind Speed (mph) | Water Temp (°C) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 8 | 6 | ENE | 19 | 13.0 | |
| 11 | 7 | WNW | 19 | 15.2 | |
| 8 | 6 | NE | 16 | 17.0 | |
| 6 | 7 | N | 11 | 0.0 | |
| 5 | 5 | NNW | 12 | 0.0 | |
| 6 | 6 | NNW | 13 | 0.0 | |
| 6 | 6 | NNE | 13 | 0.0 | |
| 5 | 6 | N | 14 | 0.0 | |
| 6 | 6 | ENE | 14 | 0.0 | |
| 8 | 6 | E | 17 | 0.0 |