#594 European Rank
Omaha Beach
Normandy, France•English Channel• Best Season: May, June, July, August, September
Photo: Jebulon (CC0) · Wikimedia Commons source
EDITORIAL SCORE
4.22/ 5.0
SEA TEMPERATURE
18.1°C
August 30-year average
DAILY BUDGET
€65/day
SAND & SHORELINE
Golden Sand
Gradual Drop
Sea Temperature by Month
30-year monthly averages for Normandy · NOAA satellite dataSwipe 12 months ⇄
Refreshing Plunge
Jan
8.9°C
Air 14°C
Feb
8.0°C
Air 15°C
Mar
8.2°C
Air 17°C
Apr
9.6°C
Air 20°C
May
11.7°C
Air 23°C
Jun
14.4°C
Air 26°C
Jul
16.6°C
Air 28°C
Peak
Aug
18.1°C
Air 28°C
Sep
17.8°C
Air 26°C
Oct
16.0°C
Air 23°C
Nov
13.4°C
Air 19°C
Dec
10.7°C
Air 16°C
Swimmability Window · NOAA Climatology
Peak 18.1°C in August · cold-water plunge / wetsuit season
30-year NOAA satellite climatological mean (1991–2020).Explore all France Sea Temperatures
Score Breakdown
Scenery & Setting4.6 / 5
Water Clarity & Cleanliness4.5 / 5
Sand & Shoreline Quality4.7 / 5
Atmosphere & Safety4.6 / 5
Accessibility & Entry Ease4.5 / 5
Affordability & Fair Pricing4.2 / 5
About Omaha Beach
A vast, wind-swept strand of huge tides and deep history, the most storied of the 1944 D-Day landing beaches.
Key Beach Facts
Official Records•Access: Coastal D514 road linking Saint-Laurent-sur-Mer, Vierville-sur-Mer, and Colleville-sur-Mer with bus and cycle routes
•Protected Status / Environment: Historical preservation coastline and coastal limestone cliff landscape
•Notable Feature: Historic D-Day landing site spanning 8km featuring Les Braves memorial sculpture, Normandy American Cemetery, and museums
Official Tourism Authorities:en.normandie-tourisme.fr
Amenities & Facilities
Bathrooms
NoShowers
NoFree Parking
YesFood / Tavernas
YesGood for Kids
YesDog Friendly
YesLifeguard on Duty
NoSunbed & Umbrella Rentals
NoNatural Cliff/Pine Shade
YesWheelchair Accessible
NoSnorkeling & Watersports
YesNudist / FKK Friendly
NoGetting There & Local Notes
Getting there:
Located near Normandy. Accessible via regional coastal roads (49.370°N, -0.871°E).
•Shallow and calm at high tide; vast flats at low tide.
•A vast, solemn D-Day landing beach backed by memorials and a cemetery.
Nearest Airport & Transit Gateway
INTL · 40m driveConvenient highway or local transit access across Normandy, France.
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Frequently Asked Questions about Omaha Beach
What is the water temperature at Omaha Beach?
The peak summer sea surface temperature at Omaha Beach averages 18.1°C (65°F), based on 30-year NOAA satellite climatology.
What type of coast or sand is Omaha Beach?
Omaha Beach is classified as a golden sand shoreline located in Normandy, France.
Is Omaha Beach good for families with kids?
Yes, Omaha Beach is suitable for families and children with manageable water entry.
Are there parking and facilities at Omaha Beach?
Free parking is available. No public restrooms directly on-site.
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