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Beach Weather Today in French Beach

Today the maximum temperature will be 13° which is too cold for sunbathing. Today the water temperature will be which is very cold and bracing, it's not recommended you swim with out a full wet suit.

Today will be dry with no rain showers. Expect plentiful sunshine and mostly clear blue skies with an average cloud cover of 25%.

The winds will be on shore and moderate at 16kmh from the West-Northwest. The moderate winds will make the temperatures feel even colder. The moderate onshore winds may make conditions a little more choppy for swimming.

French Beach faces West-Southwest and the sunset will be visible over the ocean to the West at 09:00 PM. The skies should be very clear at that time, ideal for a sunset.

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 13° which is too cold for sunbathing. The average water temperature will be which is very cold and bracing, it's not recommended you swim with out a full wet suit.

There will be no rainy days at all this weekend. Expect some sunshine and occasionally cloudy periods with an average cloud cover of 50%.

FRENCH BEACH - BEACH WEATHER FORECAST

Sat 24th May
12 AM 3 AM 6 AM 9 AM 12 PM 3 PM 6 PM 9 PM
10° 10°
79% 43% 0% 36% 12% 12% 12% 12%
0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm
Sun 25th May
12 AM 3 AM 6 AM 9 AM 12 PM 3 PM 6 PM 9 PM
10° 10° 10° 10° 10° 11°
24% 23% 62% 98% 98% 99% 100% 100%
0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm
Mon 26th May
12 AM 3 AM 6 AM 9 AM 12 PM 3 PM 6 PM 9 PM
11° 10° 10° 10° 10° 11° 11° 10°
100% 91% 81% 78% 72% 53% 52% 63%
0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm
Tue 27th May
12 AM 3 AM 6 AM 9 AM 12 PM 3 PM 6 PM 9 PM
11° 11° 10° 12° 13° 14° 14° 12°
100% 64% 26% 49% 31% 14% 7% 4%
0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm
Wed 28th May
12 AM 3 AM 6 AM 9 AM 12 PM 3 PM 6 PM 9 PM
11° 11° 11° 15° 17° 18° 18° 17°
3% 2% 2% 2% 6% 3% 11% 9%
0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm
10°
10°
10°
10°
10°
10°
10°
10°
Thu 29th May
12 AM 3 AM 6 AM 9 AM 12 PM 3 PM 6 PM 9 PM
15° 14° 13° 12° 12° 13° 13° 11°
12% 20% 45% 77% 72% 57% 2% 5%
0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.1mm 0.1mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm
10°
10°
10°
10°
10°
10°
10°
10°
Fri 30th May
12 AM 3 AM 6 AM 9 AM 12 PM 3 PM 6 PM 9 PM
12° 13° 14° 14° 13°
6% 4% 1% 3% 4% 7% 6% 6%
0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm
10°
10°
10°
10°
10°
10°
10°
10°
Sat 24th May
12 AM 3 AM 6 AM 9 AM 12 PM 3 PM 6 PM 9 PM
1
kmh
1
kmh
1
kmh
2
kmh
4
kmh
16
kmh
12
kmh
8
kmh
0.2m
0.2m
0.3m
0.4m
0.4m
0.8m
0.5m
0.3m
7.8s 6.8s 6.0s 8.8s 8.2s 7.6s 11.0s 10.4s
Sun 25th May
12 AM 3 AM 6 AM 9 AM 12 PM 3 PM 6 PM 9 PM
3
kmh
5
kmh
4
kmh
8
kmh
13
kmh
13
kmh
9
kmh
6
kmh
0.1m
0.2m
0.1m
0.2m
0.4m
0.4m
0.2m
0.3m
10.2s 10.2s 10.1s 9.9s 9.8s 9.8s 9.9s 10.1s
Mon 26th May
12 AM 3 AM 6 AM 9 AM 12 PM 3 PM 6 PM 9 PM
8
kmh
7
kmh
3
kmh
10
kmh
13
kmh
13
kmh
11
kmh
3
kmh
0.4m
0.4m
0.1m
0.4m
0.3m
0.3m
0.2m
0.1m
10.3s 10.4s 10.4s 10.5s 10.7s 10.5s 10.3s 10.2s
Tue 27th May
12 AM 3 AM 6 AM 9 AM 12 PM 3 PM 6 PM 9 PM
3
kmh
2
kmh
2
kmh
2
kmh
6
kmh
6
kmh
3
kmh
6
kmh
0.1m
0.5m
0.5m
0.1m
0.3m
0.3m
0.1m
0.3m
10.1s 9.9s 9.5s 9.4s 9.2s 9.0s 8.9s 8.9s
Wed 28th May
12 AM 3 AM 6 AM 9 AM 12 PM 3 PM 6 PM 9 PM
8
kmh
10
kmh
9
kmh
11
kmh
4
kmh
13
kmh
13
kmh
9
kmh
0.3m
0.4m
0.3m
0.5m
0.3m
0.4m
0.2m
0.2m
9.0s 9.2s 9.4s 10.0s 10.2s 10.3s 10.5s 10.6s
Thu 29th May
12 AM 3 AM 6 AM 9 AM 12 PM 3 PM 6 PM 9 PM
5
kmh
5
kmh
5
kmh
6
kmh
17
kmh
25
kmh
22
kmh
16
kmh
0.1m
0.1m
0.1m
0.2m
0.4m
0.7m
0.7m
0.5m
10.8s 10.9s 10.8s 10.6s 10.1s 9.8s 12.8s 10.8s
Fri 30th May
12 AM 3 AM 6 AM 9 AM 12 PM 3 PM 6 PM 9 PM
11
kmh
7
kmh
5
kmh
7
kmh
13
kmh
16
kmh
15
kmh
9
kmh
0.4m
0.3m
0.3m
0.4m
0.5m
0.5m
0.5m
0.3m
9.0s 8.9s 10.5s 11.0s 10.7s 10.4s 10.1s 9.8s
Sat 24th May
6:57 AM 1:42 PM 5:32 PM 11:58 PM
0.97 2.19 1.92 3.04
Sun 25th May
7:43 AM 3:01 PM 6:05 PM
0.68 2.25 2.09
Mon 26th May
12:29 AM 8:29 AM 4:17 PM 6:33 PM
3.17 0.46 2.31 2.22
Tue 27th May
1:04 AM 9:14 AM 5:37 PM 6:57 PM
3.26 0.32 2.36 2.32
Wed 28th May
1:40 AM 10:00 AM
3.30 0.26
Thu 29th May
2:19 AM 10:46 AM
3.26 0.29
Fri 30th May
3:00 AM 11:31 AM 8:39 PM 9:39 PM
3.14 0.40 2.48 2.45
Sat 24th May
10°
0.0mm
5kmh ESE
25%
Sun 25th May
10°
0.0mm
14kmh SSW
75%
Mon 26th May
11°
0.0mm
8kmh SW
73%
Tue 27th May
15°
0.0mm
4kmh SE
36%
Wed 28th May
19°
0.0mm
8kmh NE
4%
Thu 29th May
14°
0.2mm
9kmh S
36%
Fri 30th May
14°
0.0mm
1kmh ENE
4%
Sat 31st May
18°
0.0mm
11kmh NNE
9%
Sun 1st June
20°
0.0mm
9kmh NE
3%
Mon 2nd June
18°
0.0mm
12kmh S
8%
Tue 3rd June
16°
0.0mm
7kmh ESE
3%
Wed 4th June
15°
0.0mm
6kmh E
7%
Thu 5th June
16°
0.0mm
7kmh NE
18%
Fri 6th June
15°
0.0mm
21kmh SSW
19%

In the next 14 days average maximum daily temperatures will be 15° which is a little too chilly for sunbathing. The average water temperature will be which is very cold and bracing, it's not recommended you swim with out a full wet suit. There will be no rainy days at all. Average cloud cover will be 23%.

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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