Gascogne wave buoy monthly averages for 2016 last observation shown Data available: to
Average Wave Height
6 ft
0 — 14.1 ft
Average Wave period
7 secs
0 — 15 secs
Average Water temperature
16 °C
6.7 — 22.2 °C
Average Wind
NNW, 14 mph
0 — 43 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) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 10 | 8 | SW | 15 | 13.0 | |
| 10 | 8 | W | 17 | 12.7 | |
| 8 | 7 | NNE | 17 | 12.5 | |
| 7 | 7 | NW | 14 | 12.5 | |
| 2 | 3 | WNW | 12 | 14.6 | |
| 5 | 6 | NW | 13 | 17.0 | |
| 4 | 6 | NNW | 11 | 19.9 | |
| 4 | 6 | N | 12 | 20.8 | |
| 6 | 8 | NNW | 11 | 20.3 | |
| 6 | 7 | ENE | 14 | 17.9 | |
| 7 | 7 | NE | 18 | 15.7 | |
| 7 | 8 | SE | 12 | 14.1 |