La Motte, Jersey
Island Tidal island off Jersey's coast
How to Get to La Motte, Jersey #
La Motte is accessible on foot from St. Ouen’s Bay at low tide via a tidal causeway. Check local tide tables and island access advisories before attempting the crossing.
Tips for Visiting La Motte, Jersey #
- Time a visit to low tide to walk the causeway if open and safe - local tide tables and signage control access.
- Look for carved stones and WWII-era features on the islet, which has layers of utility through centuries.
- Wear sturdy shoes: the path across the tidal flats can be slippery and rocky.
Best Time to Visit La Motte, Jersey #
Visit on a low-tide day between late spring and early autumn for the safest crossings and most pleasant weather.
Late spring-early autumn
May-September · 12-20 °C
Best weather for exploring the foreshore and tidal causeways.
Winter
December-February · 5-10 °C
Quieter and atmospheric, though rougher seas and stronger winds limit crossings.
Weather & Climate near La Motte, Jersey #
Climate
Temperature & Rainfall
Temperature Range
32°
Warmest Month
-2°
Coldest Month
Monthly Conditions
January
Weather
0.1
UV Index
Low
8.5h daylight
February
Weather
0.2
UV Index
Low
9.9h daylight
March
Weather
0.5
UV Index
Low
11.7h daylight
April
Weather
0.9
UV Index
Moderate
13.6h daylight
May
Weather
1.3
UV Index
High
15.2h daylight
June
Weather
1.6
UV Index
Very High
16.0h daylight
July
Weather
1.6
UV Index
Very High
15.6h daylight
August
Weather
1.3
UV Index
High
14.2h daylight
September
Weather
0.8
UV Index
Moderate
12.4h daylight
October
Weather
0.4
UV Index
Low
10.6h daylight
November
Weather
0.1
UV Index
Low
8.9h daylight
December
Weather
0.1
UV Index
Low
8.0h daylight
