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Explore the eerie depths of a remarkable wreck site submerged in the waters. This dive takes you to a depth of 47m, with a maximum reach of 54m. The wreck itself spans an impressive length of 100m, shrouded in a ghostly ambiance created by the nets gracefully draping from the masts.

Wrecks are renowned for their thriving aquatic ecosystems, and this site is no exception. Encounter fascinating marine life such as the elusive conger eel, mesmerizing moray eel, delectable lobster, and the vibrant mostella. As you navigate the mud floor, be captivated by the presence of a magnificent pencil urchin.

Immerse yourself in this underwater wonderland, located in the stunning country of France. Situated near Saint-Mandrier-sur-Mer, Toulon, Var, Provence-Alpes-Côte d'Azur, Metropolitan France, 83430, France, this dive site offers an unforgettable experience for seasoned and expert divers. With a visibility of 15m and a maximum depth of 30m, this dive is perfect for those seeking an exhilarating adventure beneath the waves.

Diving Conditions Score for artésien

7.6
Good

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

Dive Site Overview for artésien

Depth

30m

Visibility

15m

Experience Level

expert

Weather Conditions for artésien

Wave Height

0.08m

Wind Speed

9 m/s

Water Temp

24.7°C

Visibility

42.16km

Cloud Cover

100%

Wave Period

3.65s

Air Temperature

31.7°C

Precipitation

0 mm

Detailed 7-Day Diving Forecast for artésien
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Dive Score Chart for artésien

Best time to dive: 9:00 with score 8.448353153153153/10. Water conditions: Waves 0.1m, Wind 8 m/s.Best night dive time: 22:00 with score 8.432044292237443/10.

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

Sunrise at artésien : 06:00
Sunset at artésien : 18:00

Optimal diving conditions at artésien 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
9:00

Score: 8.4/10
Waves: 0.1m (3.7s), Wind: 8 m/s

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Best Night
22:00

Score: 8.4/10
Waves: 0.06m, Wind: 4 m/s

Seasonal Analysis for artésien
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Historical patterns and best seasons for diving at artésien

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 artésien

Winter

Avg. Score: 8.3/10

Winter offers the best overall diving conditions with calmer seas and better visibility, despite cooler temperatures.

Best Months for artésien

January
Score: 9.0
December
Score: 8.1
February
Score: 7.9

Ideal Conditions for artésien

Water Temp

Thermometer Emoji

26.8°C / 80.2°F

July

Visibility

Telescope Emoji

16.9m / 55.4ft

January

Wave Height

Wave Emoji

0.6m / 2.0ft

January

Wave Period

Wave Emoji

8.0s

January

Seasonal Insights for artésien

artésien shows typical northern hemisphere patterns with July being the warmest month (26.8°C) and January the coldest (5.2°C). The calmest conditions typically occur in January with average wave heights of 0.6m 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). January is usually the driest month with 0.0mm 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 23, 2026

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