Gascogne wave buoy monthly averages for 2021 last observation shown Data available: to
Average Wave Height
6 ft
0 — 12.5 ft
Average Wave period
7 secs
0 — 13 secs
Average Water temperature
- °C
- — - °C
Average Wind
NNE, 15 mph
0 — 46 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 | NNW | 17 | - | |
| 10 | 8 | S | 17 | - | |
| 6 | 7 | ENE | 13 | - | |
| 5 | 6 | ENE | 16 | - | |
| 7 | 7 | W | 15 | - | |
| 5 | 6 | N | 12 | - | |
| 4 | 5 | WNW | 13 | - | |
| 4 | 6 | NNE | 14 | - | |
| 5 | 6 | N | 14 | - | |
| 6 | 7 | SSE | 16 | - | |
| 7 | 7 | NNE | 16 | - | |
| 8 | 7 | SE | 18 | - |