Gascogne wave buoy monthly averages for 2018 last observation shown Data available: to
Average Wave Height
7 ft
0 — 14.4 ft
Average Wave period
7 secs
4 — 26 secs
Average Water temperature
12 °C
9.2 — 24.9 °C
Average Wind
NNW, 16 mph
1 — 44 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 | WSW | 18 | 15.4 | |
| 10 | 8 | N | 21 | - | |
| 9 | 7 | WSW | 21 | - | |
| 7 | 8 | NW | 13 | - | |
| 6 | 7 | N | 13 | - | |
| 4 | 6 | N | 13 | - | |
| 4 | 6 | N | 12 | - | |
| 5 | 6 | NNE | 12 | - | |
| 6 | 7 | NE | 15 | - | |
| 7 | 7 | ENE | 17 | 9.2 | |
| 9 | 8 | S | 17 | - | |
| 9 | 7 | SSW | 18 | - |