Beach Weather in Grand Plage, Biarritz, France

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15°
 
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13°
 
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14°
 
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15°
 
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18°
 
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23°
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23°
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26°
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23°
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20°
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19°
 
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16°
 

Beach Weather Today in Grand Plage

Today the maximum temperature will be 16° which is a little too chilly for sunbathing. Today the water temperature will be 13° which is cold for swimming, a full wet suit is required to spend any length of time in the sea.

Today will be dry with no rain showers. Expect plentiful sunshine and mostly clear blue skies with an average cloud cover of 22%.

The winds will be side shore and moderate at 17kmh from the South-Southwest. The moderate winds will keep the temperatures feeling cooler.

Grand Plage faces Northwest and the sunset will be visible over the ocean to the West at 05:30 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 Grand Plage

Today - Sunday the maximum daily temperatures will be 16° which is a little too chilly for sunbathing. Today the water temperature will be 13° which is cold for swimming, a full wet suit is required to spend any length of time in the sea.

Today, Sunday will be dry with no rain showers. Expect plentiful sunshine and mostly clear blue skies with an average cloud cover of 22%.

GRAND PLAGE - BEACH WEATHER FORECAST

Sun 7th December
12 AM 3 AM 6 AM 9 AM 12 PM 3 PM 6 PM 9 PM
14° 14° 13° 13° 17° 17° 14° 12°
100% 44% 12% 11% 4% 6% 6% 0%
0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm
13°
13°
13°
13°
13°
13°
13°
13°
Mon 8th December
12 AM 3 AM 6 AM 9 AM 12 PM 3 PM 6 PM 9 PM
12° 11° 11° 11° 15° 17° 13° 12°
0% 0% 0% 1% 1% 1% 8% 3%
0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm
15°
15°
15°
15°
15°
15°
15°
15°
Tue 9th December
12 AM 3 AM 6 AM 9 AM 12 PM 3 PM 6 PM 9 PM
11° 11° 11° 11° 15° 18° 14° 13°
2% 0% 0% 0% 0% 0% 0% 7%
0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm
15°
15°
15°
15°
15°
15°
15°
15°
Wed 10th December
12 AM 3 AM 6 AM 9 AM 12 PM 3 PM 6 PM 9 PM
13° 13° 12° 11° 11° 12° 12° 12°
18% 48% 60% 100% 100% 100% 100% 100%
0.0mm 0.0mm 0.1mm 0.2mm 1.5mm 1.0mm 0.5mm 0.2mm
15°
15°
15°
15°
15°
15°
15°
15°
Thu 11th December
12 AM 3 AM 6 AM 9 AM 12 PM 3 PM 6 PM 9 PM
11° 11° 11° 10° 12° 14° 13° 11°
100% 100% 75% 38% 10% 14% 10% 9%
0.5mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm
15°
15°
15°
15°
15°
15°
15°
15°
Fri 12th December
12 AM 3 AM 6 AM 9 AM 12 PM 3 PM 6 PM 9 PM
10° 10° 10° 11° 13° 15° 13° 11°
9% 8% 20% 29% 26% 17% 13% 11%
0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm
15°
15°
15°
15°
15°
15°
15°
15°
Sat 13th December
12 AM 3 AM 6 AM 9 AM 12 PM 3 PM 6 PM 9 PM
11° 11° 11° 11° 13° 14° 13° 11°
12% 13% 11% 14% 13% 11% 10% 21%
0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm
15°
15°
15°
15°
15°
15°
15°
15°
Sun 7th December
12 AM 3 AM 6 AM 9 AM 12 PM 3 PM 6 PM 9 PM
13
kmh
13
kmh
16
kmh
15
kmh
17
kmh
14
kmh
7
kmh
14
kmh
0.6m
0.4m
0.6m
0.8m
0.9m
0.3m
0.1m
0.4m
15.4s 15.4s 15.3s 15.2s 14.8s 14.3s 13.8s 13.5s
Mon 8th December
12 AM 3 AM 6 AM 9 AM 12 PM 3 PM 6 PM 9 PM
13
kmh
14
kmh
14
kmh
14
kmh
16
kmh
12
kmh
12
kmh
14
kmh
0.3m
0.4m
0.3m
0.2m
0.5m
0.3m
0.4m
0.6m
13.3s 13.2s 13.0s 12.7s 12.4s 12.2s 12.3s 13.8s
Tue 9th December
12 AM 3 AM 6 AM 9 AM 12 PM 3 PM 6 PM 9 PM
17
kmh
21
kmh
20
kmh
22
kmh
23
kmh
21
kmh
18
kmh
14
kmh
0.5m
0.6m
0.6m
0.6m
0.8m
0.9m
0.4m
0.4m
18.5s 17.7s 17.4s 17.3s 16.9s 16.6s 16.4s 16.0s
Wed 10th December
12 AM 3 AM 6 AM 9 AM 12 PM 3 PM 6 PM 9 PM
17
kmh
19
kmh
22
kmh
22
kmh
12
kmh
11
kmh
9
kmh
4
kmh
0.5m
0.7m
0.4m
0.3m
0.1m
0.1m
0.2m
0.1m
15.6s 15.4s 15.0s 14.4s 14.2s 13.7s 13.4s 13.3s
Thu 11th December
12 AM 3 AM 6 AM 9 AM 12 PM 3 PM 6 PM 9 PM
5
kmh
6
kmh
8
kmh
12
kmh
12
kmh
12
kmh
14
kmh
16
kmh
0.2m
0.3m
0.4m
0.4m
0.3m
0.2m
0.5m
0.5m
13.0s 12.6s 12.6s 12.7s 13.6s 13.7s 13.3s 13.0s
Fri 12th December
12 AM 3 AM 6 AM 9 AM 12 PM 3 PM 6 PM 9 PM
13
kmh
11
kmh
13
kmh
14
kmh
13
kmh
10
kmh
10
kmh
13
kmh
0.6m
0.5m
0.5m
0.7m
0.5m
0.2m
0.3m
0.4m
12.8s 12.7s 12.6s 17.5s 19.3s 18.6s 17.9s 17.5s
Sat 13th December
12 AM 3 AM 6 AM 9 AM 12 PM 3 PM 6 PM 9 PM
14
kmh
13
kmh
12
kmh
10
kmh
7
kmh
4
kmh
3
kmh
5
kmh
0.3m
0.3m
0.3m
0.3m
0.2m
0.1m
0.2m
0.2m
17.2s 16.7s 16.4s 16.3s 15.8s 15.5s 15.4s 15.2s
Sun 7th December
5:43 AM 11:51 AM 6:16 PM
4.53 0.56 4.26
Mon 8th December
12:08 AM 6:34 AM 12:42 PM 7:08 PM
0.86 4.42 0.72 4.05
Tue 9th December
12:57 AM 7:26 AM 1:35 PM 8:03 PM
1.03 4.24 0.93 3.83
Wed 10th December
1:50 AM 8:22 AM 2:32 PM 9:02 PM
1.23 4.03 1.16 3.62
Thu 11th December
2:47 AM 9:23 AM 3:34 PM 10:07 PM
1.43 3.82 1.36 3.46
Fri 12th December
3:51 AM 10:30 AM 4:38 PM 11:15 PM
1.59 3.64 1.50 3.39
Sat 13th December
4:59 AM 11:38 AM 5:42 PM
1.67 3.55 1.57
Sun 7th December
17°
0.0mm
10kmh SSW
22%
Mon 8th December
17°
0.0mm
13kmh SSW
1%
Tue 9th December
18°
0.0mm
17kmh S
1%
Wed 10th December
12°
3.5mm
6kmh SW
78%
Thu 11th December
15°
0.5mm
9kmh ESE
44%
Fri 12th December
15°
0.0mm
8kmh SE
16%
Sat 13th December
14°
0.0mm
4kmh SSE
13%
Sun 14th December
15°
0.0mm
5kmh ESE
10%
Mon 15th December
15°
0.0mm
13kmh S
15%
Tue 16th December
11°
9.4mm
36kmh NW
92%
Wed 17th December
11°
4.6mm
19kmh SW
62%
Thu 18th December
10°
6.2mm
35kmh WSW
89%
Fri 19th December
15°
0.3mm
36kmh WSW
39%
Sat 20th December
14°
0.0mm
38kmh SW
26%

In the next 14 days average maximum daily temperatures will be 14° which is a little too chilly for sunbathing. The average water temperature will be 15° which is cold for swimming, a full wet suit is required to spend any length of time in the sea. There will be 6 days of light rain with an average of 4.1mm rain on those days. Average cloud cover will be 36%.

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

Taking a Holiday at Grand Plage, Biarritz, France

A holiday at the Grand Plage in Biarritz, France, promises an unforgettable experience in a stunning location. Known for its picturesque coastline and luxury resorts, Biarritz is a popular destination for travelers looking to relax and enjoy some fun in the sun. The Grand Plage is the largest and most famous beach in this glamorous seaside town, offering plenty of activities and amenities to suit everyone's preferences.

Beach Type

The Grand Plage boasts beautiful golden sand that is soft to the touch, making it perfect for sunbathing or simply strolling along the shoreline. While it does not offer rocky terrain or reefs ideal for snorkeling or diving, the beach's clear blue waters provide excellent swimming conditions for all ages.

Beach Activities

At the Grand Plage, there are numerous beach activities to choose from:

  1. Surfing: Biarritz is known as one of Europe's top surfing destinations, with consistent waves that cater to both beginners and experienced surfers. Surf schools and rental shops can be found nearby.

  2. Swimming: The calm waters of the Grand Plage make it an ideal spot for swimming and wading in the cool Atlantic Ocean.

  3. Stand-up Paddleboarding: With its gentle waves, stand-up paddleboarding is a popular activity at this beach. Rentals are available nearby for those who want to give it a try.

  4. Beach Volleyball: Several beach volleyball courts can be found on the sands of Grand Plage - perfect for friendly competitions among friends or family members.

  5. Sunbathing & Relaxation: With its wide expanse of soft golden sand, finding a spot to lay out your towel and soak up some rays is easy on this gorgeous beach.

Accommodations

There are several luxurious hotels and resorts located near the Grand Plage:

  1. Hôtel du Palais: A historic palace turned five-star hotel, it offers stunning views of the beach and top-notch amenities.

  2. Hôtel de Silhouette: A charming boutique hotel located near the beach, offering cozy rooms and excellent service.

  3. Le Regina Biarritz Hotel & Spa: This elegant hotel features a spa, swimming pool, and beautiful views of the ocean.

Areas to Stay In

There are several areas in Biarritz that provide convenient access to the Grand Plage:

  1. City Centre: Staying in the heart of Biarritz allows for easy access to not only the beach but also shops, restaurants, and nightlife.

  2. Port Vieux: This picturesque area is located south of Grand Plage and offers a more tranquil atmosphere while still being close to the main attractions.

  3. Côte des Basques: Located further south, this area is known for its stunning coastal views and is popular among surfers.

Beach Amenities

The Grand Plage offers a variety of amenities to ensure a comfortable visit:

  1. Lifeguards on duty during peak season
  2. Restrooms and showers available
  3. Beach chair and umbrella rentals
  4. Restaurants, cafes, and shops nearby
  5. Parking facilities close to the beach

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