#657 European Rank

Deauville Beach

Normandy, France•English Channel• Best Season: June, July, August, September

Photo: Guillaume Paumier (CC BY 3.0) · Wikimedia Commons source

EDITORIAL SCORE

4.11/ 5.0

SEA TEMPERATURE

19°C

August 30-year average

DAILY BUDGET

€78/day

SAND & SHORELINE

Golden Sand

Gradual Drop

Sea Temperature by Month

30-year monthly averages for Normandy · NOAA satellite data

Swipe 12 months ⇄

Refreshing Plunge

Jan

8.2°C

Air 15°C

Feb

7.5°C

Air 16°C

Mar

8.0°C

Air 18°C

Apr

9.9°C

Air 21°C

May

12.4°C

Air 24°C

Jun

15.2°C

Air 27°C

Jul

17.7°C

Air 29°C

Peak

Aug

19.0°C

Air 29°C

Sep

18.0°C

Air 27°C

Oct

15.7°C

Air 24°C

Nov

12.8°C

Air 20°C

Dec

10.0°C

Air 17°C

Swimmability Window · NOAA Climatology

Peak 19.0°C in August · cold-water plunge / wetsuit season

30-year NOAA satellite climatological mean (1991–2020).Explore all France Sea Temperatures

Score Breakdown

Scenery & Setting4.1 / 5

Water Clarity & Cleanliness4.5 / 5

Sand & Shoreline Quality4.7 / 5

Atmosphere & Safety4.8 / 5

Accessibility & Entry Ease4.5 / 5

Affordability & Fair Pricing3.7 / 5

About Deauville Beach

A wide sand beach of coloured parasols, a wooden boardwalk and film-festival glamour. Normandy's grande dame.

Key Beach Facts

Official Records

•Access: Direct pedestrian access from Boulevard de la Mer and Les Planches promenade

•Protected Status / Environment: Protected historic seaside heritage site along the Côte Fleurie

•Notable Feature: 1923 Art Deco Azobé wooden boardwalk (Les Planches), 450 film-festival-dedicated cabins, and iconic 5-colour parasols

Official Tourism Authorities:indeauville.fr normandie-tourisme.fr

Amenities & Facilities

Bathrooms

Yes

Showers

Free Parking

Yes

Food / Tavernas

Yes

Good for Kids

Yes

Dog Friendly

Lifeguard on Duty

Yes

Sunbed & Umbrella Rentals

Yes

Natural Cliff/Pine Shade

Wheelchair Accessible

Yes

Snorkeling & Watersports

Nudist / FKK Friendly

Getting There & Local Notes

Getting there:

Located near Normandy. Accessible via regional coastal roads (49.358°N, 0.068°E).

•Shallow and gentle, lifeguarded in summer.

•The grand Belle-Époque resort of parasols, boardwalk and beach cabanas.

Nearest Airport & Transit Gateway

INTL · 40m drive

Convenient highway or local transit access across Normandy, France.

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Frequently Asked Questions about Deauville Beach

What is the water temperature at Deauville Beach?

The peak summer sea surface temperature at Deauville Beach averages 19°C (66°F), based on 30-year NOAA satellite climatology.

What type of coast or sand is Deauville Beach?

Deauville Beach is classified as a golden sand shoreline located in Normandy, France.

Is Deauville Beach good for families with kids?

Yes, Deauville Beach is suitable for families and children with manageable water entry.

Are there parking and facilities at Deauville Beach?

Free parking is available. Restroom facilities are present.

Getting Around & Activities

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