Gascogne wave buoy monthly averages for 2012 last observation shown Data available: to
Average Wave Height
7 ft
0 — 69.6 ft
Average Wave period
7 secs
0 — 46 secs
Average Water temperature
16 °C
10.9 — 21.3 °C
Average Wind
WNW, 15 mph
0 — 127 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) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 12 | 8 | WSW | 19 | 13.9 | |
| 10 | 7 | WNW | 17 | 15.6 | |
| 7 | 7 | SW | 14 | 17.8 | |
| 6 | 6 | NNE | 12 | 19.3 | |
| 6 | 6 | W | 13 | 19.9 | |
| 5 | 6 | WNW | 12 | 18.5 | |
| 6 | 6 | WSW | 14 | 16.7 | |
| 5 | 6 | E | 13 | 14.3 | |
| 10 | 7 | WNW | 19 | 12.8 | |
| 7 | 7 | NE | 13 | 12.8 | |
| 7 | 7 | NE | 14 | 12.7 | |
| 9 | 8 | NW | 15 | 13.2 |