Windguru Forecast — Capbreton
Check the live Windguru forecast for Capbreton. Swell, wind, temperature and quality rating over 7 days to plan your surf session at Santocha Beach.
Windguru Capbreton — Spot #48571
Surf forecast updated automatically over 7 days
Data from Windguru.cz — Spot #48571 France - Capbreton
Decoded
How to read Windguru for surfing in Capbreton
Windguru displays an hour-by-hour data table. Here are the key rows to understand for planning your session.
HTSGW — Wave height
Wave size in metres. This is the most important data point for knowing if conditions suit your level.
- 0.3 - 1 m: Beginner
- 1 - 1.5 m: Intermediate
- 1.5 m+: Advanced / Expert
PERPW — Swell period
The interval in seconds between two waves. The longer the period, the more powerful and higher quality the waves.
- 6 - 8 s: Short-period swell (wind swell)
- 9 - 12 s: Good swell
- 13 s+: Long-period groundswell
WINDSPD & SMER — Wind
Wind speed (km/h) and direction. In Capbreton, easterly wind (offshore) grooms the waves and creates the best conditions.
- East / NE: Offshore (ideal)
- North / South: Side-shore (OK)
- West / NW: Onshore (poor)
DIRPW — Swell direction
Where the swell comes from. In Capbreton, west and northwest swells are the most common and best received by the spots.
- West / NW: Primary swell
- North: North swell (rarer)
- SW: South swell (less common)
TMP — Temperature
Air temperature in degrees Celsius. For sea temperature in Capbreton, expect around 20-22C in summer and 10-14C in winter.
- Summer: Water 20-22C, shorty or boardshorts
- Spring: Water 14-17C, 3/2mm wetsuit
- Winter: Water 10-13C, 4/3mm wetsuit + boots
RATING — Quality index
The overall index calculated by Windguru. It combines swell, wind and conditions to give a score from 0 to 10 stars.
- 1-3 stars: Average conditions
- 4-6 stars: Good conditions
- 7+ stars: Excellent conditions
Capbreton
Ideal Windguru conditions for Capbreton
The Capbreton spot (#48571 on Windguru) covers the Santocha, La Piste and Prevent beaches. Each spot reacts differently to conditions. Here is how to interpret the Windguru forecast to choose the right spot and time slot.
Santocha Beach
- Swell: 0.5 - 1.5 m
- Wind: < 20 km/h E/NE
- Tide: mid to high
- Ideal for: beginners to intermediates
La Piste
- Swell: 1 - 2 m
- Wind: < 25 km/h E/NE
- Tide: low to mid
- Ideal for: intermediates to advanced
Prevent
- Swell: 1 - 2.5 m
- Wind: < 25 km/h E/SE
- Tide: low to mid
- Ideal for: advanced to expert
The Gouf de Capbreton, a unique underwater canyon in Europe, influences sandbar formation and wave quality across all the spots. This is what makes Capbreton so distinctive compared to its neighbours Hossegor and Seignosse.
Tip from our instructors
If you are a beginner, do not rely on Windguru alone. Book a surf lesson at Santocha: our state-certified instructors check the forecast every day and choose the best time slot to guarantee safe conditions suited to your level.
Frequently asked questions about Windguru and surfing in Capbreton
What is Windguru?
Windguru is a weather forecast website specialised for water sports (surfing, kitesurfing, windsurfing, sailing). It displays wind, swell, temperature and a quality rating over 7 days. It is the go-to tool for surfers planning sessions in Capbreton.
How do I read the Windguru forecast for surfing in Capbreton?
On Windguru, focus on: HTSGW (wave height in metres), PERPW (swell period in seconds — higher is better), WINDSPD (wind speed in km/h — lower is better), SMER (wind direction — East/Northeast = offshore = ideal) and RATING (quality stars). For Capbreton, aim for 0.5 to 1.5 m swell with light easterly wind.
What do the colours on Windguru mean?
Colours range from green (favourable) to red (unfavourable). For swell: green = small, yellow = medium, red = large. For wind: green = light (ideal), red = strong (bad for surfing). For the rating (stars): the more stars, the better the surf conditions.
Is Windguru reliable for surf forecasts in Capbreton?
Windguru uses several weather models (GFS, ICON, etc.) and gives reliable forecasts up to 3-4 days ahead. Beyond that, accuracy decreases. For Capbreton, we recommend cross-referencing Windguru with Surf-Report.com and our live webcam for a complete picture.
What is the Windguru spot for Capbreton?
The Windguru spot for Capbreton is number 48571, covering the beaches of Capbreton including the Santocha spot. Forecasts are tailored to the southern Landes coast, between Hossegor and the Basque Country.
What are the best Windguru conditions for a beginner?
For a beginner in Capbreton, look for: swell (HTSGW) between 0.5 and 1 m, period (PERPW) above 8 seconds, wind (WINDSPD) below 15 km/h, wind direction (SMER) East or Northeast (offshore). The rating should show at least 2 stars.
What is the difference between Windguru and Surf-Report?
Windguru provides raw forecast data (numbers and tables). Surf-Report offers bulletins written by locals with photos and webcams. Both are complementary: Windguru for technical analysis over 7 days, Surf-Report for the day's real conditions with webcams.
What time should I check Windguru for surfing in Capbreton?
Windguru is updated several times a day (roughly every 6 hours). Check it the evening before to plan your session, then again in the morning. Same-day forecasts are the most reliable. Complement with our live webcam to confirm conditions.
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