Gascogne wave buoy monthly averages for 2010 last observation shown Data available: to
Average Wave Height
6 ft
1.3 — 11.2 ft
Average Wave period
6 secs
0 — 27 secs
Average Water temperature
15 °C
12 — 23 °C
Average Wind
NNE, 14 mph
2 — 35 mph
Chart showing grouped wave observations for Gascogne. Use the table on this page for a text version of the same measurements.
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) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| - | - | - | - | - | |
| - | - | - | - | - | |
| 7 | 6 | E | 15 | - | |
| 5 | 6 | ENE | 13 | - | |
| 5 | 6 | N | 14 | - | |
| 6 | 6 | NNE | 13 | - | |
| 5 | 6 | NNW | 12 | - | |
| 4 | 5 | NNW | 12 | - | |
| 6 | 7 | N | 11 | - | |
| 6 | 6 | ENE | 15 | 17.1 | |
| 8 | 6 | NW | 15 | 15.1 | |
| 7 | 6 | ENE | 18 | 13.0 |