Gascogne wave buoy monthly averages for 2017 last observation shown Data available: to
Average Wave Height
6 ft
0 — 12.1 ft
Average Wave period
7 secs
0 — 26 secs
Average Water temperature
16 °C
8.8 — 21.6 °C
Average Wind
NE, 14 mph
1 — 40 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 | 7 | E | 16 | 12.9 | |
| 7 | 8 | SSE | 15 | 12.2 | |
| 8 | 8 | S | 15 | 12.4 | |
| 5 | 6 | NE | 15 | 13.2 | |
| 5 | 6 | ENE | 13 | 14.9 | |
| 5 | 7 | NW | 12 | 18.2 | |
| 5 | 6 | WNW | 14 | 19.1 | |
| 4 | 6 | N | 12 | 20.0 | |
| 7 | 7 | W | 14 | 19.1 | |
| 6 | 7 | ENE | 12 | 18.2 | |
| 6 | 7 | N | 15 | 16.2 | |
| 6 | 7 | E | 16 | 14.2 |