Gascogne wave buoy monthly averages for 2012 last observation shown Data available: to
Average Wave Height
7 ft
0 — 12.8 ft
Average Wave period
6 secs
0 — 46 secs
Average Water temperature
16 °C
11.8 — 21.3 °C
Average Wind
NW, 14 mph
0 — 111 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) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 8 | 7 | NNW | 13 | 13.2 | |
| 7 | 7 | NE | 14 | 12.7 | |
| 7 | 7 | NE | 13 | 12.8 | |
| 8 | 6 | NW | 17 | 12.8 | |
| 5 | 6 | E | 13 | 14.3 | |
| 6 | 6 | WSW | 14 | 16.7 | |
| 5 | 6 | WNW | 12 | 18.5 | |
| 6 | 6 | W | 13 | 19.9 | |
| 6 | 6 | NNE | 12 | 19.3 | |
| 7 | 7 | SW | 14 | 17.8 | |
| 9 | 7 | N | 15 | 15.5 | |
| 9 | 7 | SW | 15 | 14.0 |