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Anse Négresse

Anse Negressee, located in Malendure, is a hidden gem among dive sites in France. Surrounded by towering cliffs, this site offers a gentle slope that takes divers on an unforgettable journey through vibrant coral reefs and sandy banks. With a maximum depth of 14m and a visibility of 19m, Anse Negressee is suitable for both beginner and advanced divers.

Explore the underwater world teeming with life at this site, where curious divers can encounter a variety of marine creatures. Keep an eye out for graceful turtles, speedy barracudas, and an array of fascinating fish species. If you're especially curious, you may even spot mesmerizing sea horses during your dive.

Located close to Trace du Petit Malendure, Malendure, Bouillante, Basse-Terre, Guadeloupe, 97125, France, Anse Negressee is a must-visit destination for divers seeking a memorable underwater adventure. Dive into the depths of this captivating dive site and discover the wonders that await beneath the surface.

Diving Conditions Score for Anse Négresse

7.4
Good

Good diving conditions!
The score is based on a calculation of the current weather and sea conditions.

Dive Site Overview for Anse Négresse

Depth

14m

Visibility

19m

Experience Level

beginner
advanced

Weather Conditions for Anse Négresse

Wave Height

0.66m

Wind Speed

26.4 m/s

Water Temp

28.6°C

Visibility

23.52km

Cloud Cover

92%

Wave Period

5.4s

Air Temperature

30.4°C

Precipitation

0 mm

Detailed 7-Day Diving Forecast for Anse Négresse
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Dive Score Chart for Anse Négresse

Best time to dive: 15:00 with score 7.872285185185185/10. Water conditions: Waves 0.66m, Wind 26.2 m/s.Best night dive time: 0:00 with score 7.470533333333334/10.

Chart showing hourly dive conditions including wave height, wind speed, water temperature, and visibility throughout the day.

Sunrise at Anse Négresse: 06:00
Sunset at Anse Négresse: 18:00

Optimal diving conditions at Anse Négresse 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.

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Best Overall
15:00

Score: 7.9/10
Waves: 0.66m (5.4s), Wind: 26.2 m/s

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Safest Overall
14:00

Score: 7.9/10
Waves: 0.66m (5.45s), Wind: 26.2 m/s

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Best Night
0:00

Score: 7.5/10
Waves: 0.66m, Wind: 20.2 m/s

Seasonal Analysis for Anse Négresse
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Historical patterns and best seasons for diving at Anse Négresse

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 Négresse

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 Négresse

January
Score: 9.5
February
Score: 9.4
December
Score: 9.3

Ideal Conditions for Anse Négresse

Water Temp

Thermometer Emoji

27.1°C / 80.8°F

May

Visibility

Telescope Emoji

12.4m / 40.7ft

October

Wave Height

Wave Emoji

1.5m / 4.9ft

January

Wave Period

Wave Emoji

8.0s

January

Seasonal Insights for Anse Négresse

Anse Négresse shows typical northern hemisphere patterns with June being the warmest month (27.8°C) and January the coldest (21.3°C). The calmest conditions typically occur in January with average wave heights of 1.5m 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). May is usually the driest month with 0.2mm 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.

Scoring Legend:
9-10 (Excellent)
7-8 (Good)
5-6 (Average)
3-4 (Poor)
1-2 (Dangerous)

Last updated: 1 min. ago - Jun 14, 2026

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