Anse Dufour
Anse Dufour, situated in France, is a captivating dive site adorned with vibrant colored sponges and thriving coral reefs. It is home to a diverse range of marine species, making it a haven for underwater enthusiasts. With its gentle current, Anse Dufour offers an excellent opportunity for drift diving.
Explore the underwater world and encounter fascinating creatures like moray eels, snappers, lobsters, French angels, and puffer fish. A delightful school of yellowtail snapper will guide you to a mesmerizing drop-off ranging from 8 to 25 meters, where you can catch a glimpse of graceful turtles.
With a visibility of 20 meters and a maximum depth of 20 meters, Anse Dufour is suitable for both beginner and advanced divers. Whether you are just starting your diving journey or have extensive experience, this dive site will leave you in awe of its natural wonders.
Located near Les Bougainvilliers, Sentier du Cap Salomon, Grand'Anse, Anse Dufour, Les Anses-d'Arlet, Le Marin, Martinique, 97217, France, Anse Dufour is easily accessible, offering an unforgettable diving experience in a picturesque setting. Dive into the depths and let Anse Dufour's beauty take your breath away.
Explore the underwater world and encounter fascinating creatures like moray eels, snappers, lobsters, French angels, and puffer fish. A delightful school of yellowtail snapper will guide you to a mesmerizing drop-off ranging from 8 to 25 meters, where you can catch a glimpse of graceful turtles.
With a visibility of 20 meters and a maximum depth of 20 meters, Anse Dufour is suitable for both beginner and advanced divers. Whether you are just starting your diving journey or have extensive experience, this dive site will leave you in awe of its natural wonders.
Located near Les Bougainvilliers, Sentier du Cap Salomon, Grand'Anse, Anse Dufour, Les Anses-d'Arlet, Le Marin, Martinique, 97217, France, Anse Dufour is easily accessible, offering an unforgettable diving experience in a picturesque setting. Dive into the depths and let Anse Dufour's beauty take your breath away.
Diving Conditions Score for Anse Dufour
8
Very GoodVery good diving conditions!
The score is based on a calculation of the current weather and sea conditions.
Dive Site Overview for Anse Dufour
Depth
20m
Visibility
20m
Experience Level
beginner
advanced
Weather Conditions for Anse Dufour
Wave Height
1.18m
Wind Speed
22.1 m/s
Water Temp
28.2°C
Visibility
34.68km
Cloud Cover
94%
Wave Period
6s
Air Temperature
26.6°C
Precipitation
0 mm
Detailed 7-Day Diving Forecast for Anse Dufour
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Dive Score Chart for Anse Dufour
Best time to dive: 6:00 with score 7.3945/10. Water conditions: Waves 1.18m, Wind 20.4 m/s.Best night dive time: 0:00 with score 6.9354/10.
Chart showing hourly dive conditions including wave height, wind speed, water temperature, and visibility throughout the day.
Sunrise at Anse Dufour: 06:00
Sunset at Anse Dufour: 18:00
Optimal diving conditions at Anse Dufour are affected by daylight hours. Sunrise occurs at 06:00 and sunset at 18:00, which impacts visibility and water temperature for scuba diving and snorkeling.
Best Overall
6:00Score: 7.4/10
Waves: 1.18m (5.95s), Wind: 20.4 m/s
Best Night
0:00Score: 6.9/10
Waves: 1.14m, Wind: 21 m/s
Seasonal Analysis for Anse DufourAlpha
Historical patterns and best seasons for diving at Anse Dufour
The dive score combines all factors to rate overall diving conditions throughout the year. Higher scores indicate better diving conditions.
Monthly Dive Score Analysis - Seasonal Diving Conditions
Higher values indicate better diving conditions
Seasonal DiveScore Chart
This chart displays monthly diveScore data throughout the year, showing seasonal patterns. The data is presented as a bar chart with an overlaid line graph.Dive scores range from 1 to 10, with 10 being optimal conditions.
Higher values indicate better diving conditions
Best Season for Anse Dufour
Winter
Avg. Score: 9.4/10
Winter offers the best overall diving conditions with calmer seas and better visibility, despite cooler temperatures.
Best Months for Anse Dufour
January
Score: 9.4
February
Score: 9.4
December
Score: 9.3
Ideal Conditions for Anse Dufour
Water Temp
27.0°C / 80.6°F
May
Visibility
11.7m / 38.4ft
October
Wave Height
1.8m / 5.9ft
January
Wave Period
8.0s
January
Seasonal Insights for Anse Dufour
Anse Dufour shows typical northern hemisphere patterns with June being the warmest month (27.7°C) and December the coldest (21.7°C). The calmest conditions typically occur in January with average wave heights of 1.8m and wave periods of 8.0s. The most comfortable wave conditions are in January with a low wave steepness ratio, creating gentler swells. January offers the longest wave periods (8.0s), creating more comfortable and predictable conditions for boat entries and exits. Ocean currents are slowest in January (0.5m/s) and strongest in January (0.5m/s). April is usually the driest month with 0.3mm of precipitation. For beginners, the best time to visit would be during January to March, when ocean conditions are calmer with long-period waves and currents are typically weaker. Experienced divers might enjoy the challenges and potentially better visibility during the shoulder seasons, with moderate currents that can improve marine life encounters.
Last updated: 1 min. ago - Jun 22, 2026
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