Gascogne wave buoy monthly averages for 2021 last observation shown Data available: to
Average Wave Height
7 ft
0 — 31.2 ft
Average Wave period
7 secs
0 — 14 secs
Average Water temperature
0 °C
0 — 0 °C
Average Wind
NNW, 16 mph
0 — 51 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) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 11 | 8 | SSW | 20 | 0.0 | |
| 9 | 8 | NNE | 18 | 0.0 | |
| 7 | 7 | S | 16 | 0.0 | |
| 5 | 6 | N | 14 | 0.0 | |
| 5 | 6 | NNE | 14 | 0.0 | |
| 4 | 5 | WNW | 13 | 0.0 | |
| 5 | 6 | N | 12 | 0.0 | |
| 7 | 7 | W | 15 | 0.0 | |
| 5 | 6 | ENE | 16 | 0.0 | |
| 6 | 7 | ENE | 13 | 0.0 | |
| 11 | 9 | SSW | 17 | 0.0 | |
| 9 | 7 | WNW | 20 | 0.0 |