Gascogne wave buoy monthly averages for 2020 last observation shown Data available: to
Average Wave Height
8 ft
0 — 30.8 ft
Average Wave period
7 secs
0 — 15 secs
Average Water temperature
0 °C
0 — 0 °C
Average Wind
NW, 17 mph
0 — 53 mph
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) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 13 | 8 | W | 23 | 0.0 | |
| 9 | 8 | SE | 16 | 0.0 | |
| 9 | 7 | W | 19 | 0.0 | |
| 5 | 7 | NNE | 14 | 0.0 | |
| 5 | 6 | WNW | 12 | 0.0 | |
| 4 | 6 | N | 14 | 0.0 | |
| 5 | 6 | WNW | 15 | 0.0 | |
| 5 | 6 | NE | 14 | 0.0 | |
| 5 | 7 | NE | 13 | 0.0 | |
| 10 | 8 | NNE | 19 | 0.0 | |
| 13 | 9 | WSW | 19 | 0.0 | |
| 11 | 8 | SSW | 20 | 0.0 |