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Beach Weather Today in French Beach

Today the maximum temperature will be 11° which is too cold for sunbathing. Today the water temperature will be 11° which is very cold and bracing, it's not recommended you swim with out a full wet suit.

Today will have 1.1mm of very light rain. Expect sunshine and sunny skies with an average cloud cover of 43%.

The winds will be cross-off shore and moderate at 18kmh from the East. The moderate winds will make the temperatures feel even colder.

French Beach faces West-Southwest and the sunset will be visible over the ocean to the West at 04:40 PM. Unfortunately very heavy cloud cover of 99% may make the sunset not viewable.

For Beach Weather for the next next 7 days, wind and wave conditions and tide and the next 14 days weather use the tabs below.

Beach Weather This Weekend in French Beach

This weekend the average maximum daily temperatures will be 11° which is too cold for sunbathing. The average water temperature will be 10° which is very cold and bracing, it's not recommended you swim with out a full wet suit.

There will be 2 days of very light rain with an average of 1.5mm rain on those days. Saturday will have 0.8mm of rain and Sunday will have 2.2mm of rain. Expect overcast skies and very little possibility of sunshine with an average cloud cover of 94%.

FRENCH BEACH - BEACH WEATHER FORECAST

Wed 12th November
12 AM 3 AM 6 AM 9 AM 12 PM 3 PM 6 PM 9 PM
0% 0% 0% 71% 75% 2% 99% 100%
0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.1mm 0.0mm 1.0mm 0.0mm
11°
11°
11°
11°
11°
11°
11°
11°
Thu 13th November
12 AM 3 AM 6 AM 9 AM 12 PM 3 PM 6 PM 9 PM
10° 10° 11° 11° 10°
100% 100% 99% 99% 97% 96% 96% 81%
0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm
Fri 14th November
12 AM 3 AM 6 AM 9 AM 12 PM 3 PM 6 PM 9 PM
42% 58% 100% 100% 100% 100% 22% 44%
0.0mm 0.0mm 2.4mm 4.6mm 3.2mm 2.2mm 0.0mm 0.0mm
11°
11°
11°
11°
11°
11°
11°
11°
Sat 15th November
12 AM 3 AM 6 AM 9 AM 12 PM 3 PM 6 PM 9 PM
10° 10°
63% 100% 100% 100% 100% 100% 100% 100%
0.0mm 0.3mm 0.1mm 0.2mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.1mm 0.1mm
Sun 16th November
12 AM 3 AM 6 AM 9 AM 12 PM 3 PM 6 PM 9 PM
10° 10° 10°
100% 100% 91% 82% 96% 91% 100% 90%
0.0mm 0.0mm 0.4mm 0.8mm 0.7mm 0.2mm 0.1mm 0.0mm
11°
11°
11°
11°
11°
11°
Mon 17th November
12 AM 3 AM 6 AM 9 AM 12 PM 3 PM 6 PM 9 PM
62% 31% 24% 73% 75% 82% 86% 63%
0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm
11°
11°
11°
11°
11°
11°
11°
11°
Tue 18th November
12 AM 3 AM 6 AM 9 AM 12 PM 3 PM 6 PM 9 PM
18% 10% 26% 67% 69% 58% 37% 36%
0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm
11°
11°
11°
11°
11°
11°
11°
11°
Wed 12th November
12 AM 3 AM 6 AM 9 AM 12 PM 3 PM 6 PM 9 PM
14
kmh
15
kmh
15
kmh
15
kmh
15
kmh
18
kmh
16
kmh
15
kmh
0.8m
0.6m
0.7m
0.7m
0.4m
0.7m
0.6m
0.7m
10.8s 11.5s 13.5s 12.9s 12.5s 12.5s 13.2s 13.0s
Thu 13th November
12 AM 3 AM 6 AM 9 AM 12 PM 3 PM 6 PM 9 PM
15
kmh
14
kmh
16
kmh
15
kmh
9
kmh
4
kmh
2
kmh
0
kmh
0.7m
0.8m
0.5m
0.5m
0.6m
0.5m
0.3m
0.2m
12.6s 12.5s 12.6s 12.8s 13.6s 13.4s 13.2s 13.3s
Fri 14th November
12 AM 3 AM 6 AM 9 AM 12 PM 3 PM 6 PM 9 PM
4
kmh
8
kmh
5
kmh
6
kmh
8
kmh
8
kmh
6
kmh
6
kmh
0.2m
0.1m
0.1m
0.1m
0.1m
0.1m
0.4m
1.4m
13.2s 13.1s 12.5s 12.4s 12.3s 11.7s 11.5s 11.1s
Sat 15th November
12 AM 3 AM 6 AM 9 AM 12 PM 3 PM 6 PM 9 PM
1
kmh
9
kmh
13
kmh
11
kmh
6
kmh
4
kmh
4
kmh
6
kmh
1.0m
0.9m
0.7m
0.9m
0.9m
0.7m
0.5m
0.5m
11.0s 11.5s 11.5s 11.3s 11.0s 11.0s 10.9s 11.0s
Sun 16th November
12 AM 3 AM 6 AM 9 AM 12 PM 3 PM 6 PM 9 PM
5
kmh
7
kmh
20
kmh
20
kmh
18
kmh
14
kmh
15
kmh
15
kmh
0.4m
0.5m
0.1m
0.1m
0.1m
0.1m
0.1m
0.1m
11.1s 11.4s 12.6s 13.0s 13.0s 13.0s 13.0s 14.9s
Mon 17th November
12 AM 3 AM 6 AM 9 AM 12 PM 3 PM 6 PM 9 PM
14
kmh
13
kmh
8
kmh
7
kmh
7
kmh
7
kmh
4
kmh
4
kmh
0.1m
0.1m
0.1m
0.1m
0.1m
0.1m
0.1m
0.1m
15.7s 15.3s 14.9s 14.6s 14.4s 14.2s 13.7s 13.2s
Tue 18th November
12 AM 3 AM 6 AM 9 AM 12 PM 3 PM 6 PM 9 PM
7
kmh
8
kmh
8
kmh
9
kmh
9
kmh
8
kmh
10
kmh
11
kmh
0.1m
0.1m
0.1m
0.2m
0.7m
0.9m
0.9m
0.8m
13.0s 12.8s 12.3s 12.0s 11.9s 11.7s 11.5s 11.2s
Wed 12th November
1:01 AM 9:17 AM 1:58 PM 5:50 PM
0.81 2.55 2.26 2.44
Thu 13th November
1:51 AM 9:38 AM 3:34 PM 7:39 PM
1.00 2.61 2.00 2.23
Fri 14th November
2:38 AM 10:01 AM 4:37 PM 9:28 PM
1.21 2.69 1.71 2.11
Sat 15th November
3:20 AM 10:24 AM 5:27 PM 11:04 PM
1.42 2.77 1.43 2.07
Sun 16th November
3:58 AM 10:48 AM 6:10 PM
1.62 2.86 1.18
Mon 17th November
12:28 AM 4:30 AM 11:11 AM 6:50 PM
2.08 1.80 2.93 0.97
Tue 18th November
1:46 AM 4:56 AM 11:33 AM 7:27 PM
2.12 1.97 2.99 0.80
Wed 12th November
10°
1.1mm
7kmh N
43%
Thu 13th November
12°
0.0mm
7kmh NNE
96%
Fri 14th November
12.4mm
3kmh SE
70%
Sat 15th November
10°
0.8mm
4kmh NNW
95%
Sun 16th November
10°
2.2mm
9kmh WSW
93%
Mon 17th November
0.0mm
5kmh WNW
62%
Tue 18th November
0.0mm
6kmh NE
40%
Wed 19th November
1.0mm
4kmh SE
74%
Thu 20th November
0.9mm
8kmh NNE
91%
Fri 21st November
9.5mm
5kmh NE
93%
Sat 22nd November
1.1mm
24kmh SW
81%
Sun 23rd November
0.1mm
6kmh SSW
94%
Mon 24th November
0.8mm
3kmh W
75%
Tue 25th November
0.4mm
9kmh ENE
70%

In the next 14 days average maximum daily temperatures will be which is too cold for sunbathing. The average water temperature will be 10° which is very cold and bracing, it's not recommended you swim with out a full wet suit. There will be 11 days of light rain with an average of 2.8mm rain on those days. Average cloud cover will be 77%.

If you are sailing, windsurfing, fishing, surfing etc. in French Beach don't forget to check the tide and wind and wave conditions

Taking a Holiday at French Beach, Juan de Fuca, Vancouver Island, British Columbia, Canada

French Beach, located in Juan de Fuca Provincial Park on Vancouver Island, British Columbia, is a picturesque beach that offers a variety of beach activities and amenities for visitors to enjoy. Beach Type

French Beach features a mix of coarse sand and pebbles, with some rocky areas along the shoreline. The beach is surrounded by lush forests and offers stunning views of the Strait of Juan de Fuca and the Olympic Mountains. While it may not be the powdery white sand you might find in other beach destinations, its unique beauty makes it a must-visit destination.

Beach Activities

While snorkeling and diving might not be as popular at French Beach due to its colder water temperatures and lack of coral reefs, there are still plenty of exciting activities to enjoy:

  1. Hiking: With several nearby trails in Juan de Fuca Provincial Park, hiking enthusiasts can explore the beautiful coastal forest surrounding French Beach.
  2. Wildlife Watching: French Beach is an excellent location for birdwatching and spotting marine life such as seals, sea lions, and occasionally whales.
  3. Picnicking: The park has picnic tables available, making it an ideal spot for a relaxing meal by the beach with family or friends.
  4. Beachcombing: Discover unique treasures such as seashells or driftwood while strolling along the shoreline.
  5. Photography: Capture stunning images of the surrounding landscapes, wildlife, or dramatic sunsets over the Strait of Juan de Fuca.

Accommodations

There are no beach resorts or hotels directly on French Beach; however, nearby communities like Sooke offer various accommodation options including hotels, motels, bed & breakfasts, vacation rentals, and campgrounds. Staying in Sooke allows you to explore other nearby attractions such as East Sooke Regional Park and Sooke Potholes while being within close proximity to French Beach.

Beach Amenities

French Beach offers several amenities to make your visit enjoyable and comfortable:

  • Public restrooms
  • Picnic tables
  • Fire pits
  • Barbecue stands
  • Freshwater taps for drinking water and rinsing off sand
  • Paved parking area

French Beach in Juan de Fuca, Vancouver Island is a perfect destination for those seeking a peaceful getaway surrounded by nature. While it may not offer the typical white sandy beach experience, its unique character and variety of activities make it a memorable location for a holiday.

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