Gascogne wave buoy monthly averages for 2015 last observation shown Data available: to
Average Wave Height
7 ft
1.3 — 13.8 ft
Average Wave period
7 secs
3 — 13 secs
Average Water temperature
16 °C
12.1 — 21.7 °C
Average Wind
NNW, 14 mph
0 — 39 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) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 9 | 8 | W | 14 | 13.3 | |
| 10 | 7 | N | 18 | 12.3 | |
| 9 | 7 | NNW | 18 | 12.2 | |
| 6 | 7 | ENE | 13 | 13.4 | |
| 7 | 7 | NW | 13 | 14.8 | |
| 5 | 6 | NNE | 11 | 17.3 | |
| 5 | 6 | NW | 11 | 20.6 | |
| 6 | 6 | N | 12 | 20.3 | |
| 6 | 6 | NNE | 14 | 18.4 | |
| 7 | 7 | ENE | 15 | 17.1 | |
| 9 | 8 | WSW | 14 | 16.5 | |
| 10 | 8 | S | 13 | 14.8 |