Windguru Capbreton
Detailed wind, swell and conditions forecast for surfing
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Wind, swell and temperature forecast for Capbreton - La Piste.
Detailed forecast for Capbreton
Windguru is the go-to tool for surfers who want detailed, technical weather forecasts. The forecast tables cover wind, swell, temperature and many other essential parameters for planning your surf sessions at Capbreton.
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Reading Windguru forecasts
The three key data points to master for decoding Windguru tables.
Wind direction and strength
Arrows indicate wind direction. For surfing at Capbreton, look for east winds (offshore) or no wind. Winds above 25 km/h generally degrade conditions.
Swell height and period
Swell height is given in metres. Period (in seconds) is equally important: a 1 m swell at 12 seconds will be much more powerful than a 1 m swell at 6 seconds.
Air and water temperature
Windguru shows both air and water temperatures. Useful for choosing the right wetsuit: shorty in summer (>18°C), full suit the rest of the year.
Surf spots in Capbreton
Capbreton concentrates several renowned surf spots on the Landes coast. Each has its specifics — check our Capbreton waves guide to understand conditions by season and spot.
La Plage de la Piste
Hollow and fast waves, prized for intense sessions. This spot is particularly suited to surfers seeking performance and punch.
Les Océanides (VVF)
Sandbars offering nice peaks and slower waves. A more accessible spot, ideal for progressing in good conditions.
Capbreton Santocha
One of the most famous spots in the region, known for its powerful and consistent waves. Santocha attracts advanced surfers as soon as the swell picks up.
Frequently asked questions
What is Windguru?
Windguru is a weather forecast website specialised for water sports. It provides detailed wind, swell and temperature forecasts using several meteorological models (GFS, NAM, ICON...).
How to read Windguru tables?
The tables display hour-by-hour forecasts with colour coding. For wind: blue/green = light (good for surfing), yellow/orange/red = strong. For waves: height and period are the most important data.
Which forecast model is most reliable for Capbreton?
The GFS model is the most widely used and gives good results on the Landes coast. For more short-term precision (1-2 days), the ICON or ARPEGE model can be more reliable.
Windguru or Yadusurf — which to choose?
Both are complementary. Yadusurf is more visual and offers webcams, ideal for a quick overview. Windguru provides more detailed and technical forecasts, perfect for experienced surfers who want to analyse conditions in depth.
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