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Bouée Anticyclonique

Bouée Anticyclonique is a premier dive site situated in Guadeloupe National Park, offering an exhilarating drop-off experience. With depths ranging from 10 to 45 meters, this site is not for the faint-hearted. As an added bonus, you can explore the hot springs originating from the Montserrat volcano nearby. We highly recommend diving with Nitrox for optimum enjoyment.

Diving at Bouée Anticyclonique gives you the opportunity to encounter the magnificent "fat fishes" that inhabit the vibrant blue waters. Prepare to be amazed by the abundance of hiding spots, creating a haven for lobsters, crabs, and moray eels. The visibility here is excellent, reaching up to 22 meters, providing optimal conditions for underwater exploration.

Whether you are a beginner, advanced diver, or an expert, Bouée Anticyclonique caters to divers of all levels. It is a must-visit location within the French territory of Guadeloupe. For those looking for convenient proximity, the site is located near Réserve Cousteau, Trace du Petit Malendure, Malendure, Bouillante, Basse-Terre, Guadeloupe, 97125, France. Immerse yourself in the stunning underwater world of Bouée Anticyclonique with an unforgettable diving experience.

Diving Conditions Score for Bouée Anticyclonique

7.8
Good

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

Dive Site Overview for Bouée Anticyclonique

Depth

24m

Visibility

22m

Experience Level

beginner
advanced
expert

Weather Conditions for Bouée Anticyclonique

Wave Height

0.7m

Wind Speed

9.7 m/s

Water Temp

28.9°C

Visibility

3.98km

Cloud Cover

70%

Wave Period

5.65s

Air Temperature

25°C

Precipitation

0.1 mm

Detailed 7-Day Diving Forecast for Bouée Anticyclonique
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Dive Score Chart for Bouée Anticyclonique

Best time to dive: 11:00 with score 8.82274649859944/10. Water conditions: Waves 0.64m, Wind 3.9 m/s.Best night dive time: 23:00 with score 8.496581159420291/10.

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

Sunrise at Bouée Anticyclonique: 06:00
Sunset at Bouée Anticyclonique: 18:00

Optimal diving conditions at Bouée Anticyclonique 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
11:00

Score: 8.8/10
Waves: 0.64m (5.95s), Wind: 3.9 m/s

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Best Night
23:00

Score: 8.5/10
Waves: 0.6m, Wind: 3 m/s

Seasonal Analysis for Bouée Anticyclonique
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Historical patterns and best seasons for diving at Bouée Anticyclonique

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 Bouée Anticyclonique

Winter

Avg. Score: 9.6/10

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

Best Months for Bouée Anticyclonique

January
Score: 9.8
February
Score: 9.6
December
Score: 9.5

Ideal Conditions for Bouée Anticyclonique

Water Temp

Thermometer Emoji

27.4°C / 81.3°F

June

Visibility

Telescope Emoji

14.0m / 45.9ft

October

Wave Height

Wave Emoji

1.1m / 3.6ft

January

Wave Period

Wave Emoji

8.0s

January

Seasonal Insights for Bouée Anticyclonique

Bouée Anticyclonique shows typical northern hemisphere patterns with June being the warmest month (27.4°C) and January the coldest (20.9°C). The calmest conditions typically occur in January with average wave heights of 1.1m 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). June is usually the driest month with 0.5mm 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 20, 2026

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