Cap Lardier
As you descend into the depths, you'll be greeted by a vibrant ecosystem teeming with rare and astonishing species. Keep your eyes peeled for the sea tomato, a fascinating creature that can be found in these waters. With a visibility of 22m, you'll have the opportunity to observe the underwater world in all its glory.
Venture through the underwater tunnel and witness a mesmerizing transformation of the aquatic landscape. The colors become deeper and more mysterious, creating an enchanting atmosphere. Don't be surprised if you come across some rare and unexpected creatures during your journey.
Whether you're a beginner, advanced diver, or an expert, this dive site caters to divers of all levels. With a maximum depth of 17m, it provides ample opportunities for exploration and discovery. Located in Cap Lardier, Sentier Littoral, La Croix-Valmer, Draguignan, Var, Provence-Alpes-Côte d'Azur, Metropolitan France, 83420, this hidden gem awaits your underwater adventure.
Diving Conditions Score for Cap Lardier
Excellent diving conditions!
The score is based on a calculation of the current weather and sea conditions.
Dive Site Overview for Cap Lardier
Depth
17m
Visibility
22m
Experience Level
Weather Conditions for Cap Lardier
Wave Height
0.28m
Wind Speed
1.6 m/s
Water Temp
23.5°C
Visibility
47.44km
Cloud Cover
0%
Wave Period
5.7s
Air Temperature
23°C
Precipitation
0 mm
Dive Score Chart for Cap Lardier
Best time to dive: 13:00 with score 8.926666666666666/10. Water conditions: Waves 0.26m, Wind 16.6 m/s.Best night dive time: 5:00 with score 8.57102102102102/10.
Chart showing hourly dive conditions including wave height, wind speed, water temperature, and visibility throughout the day.
Optimal diving conditions at Cap Lardier 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.
Score: 8.9/10
Waves: 0.26m (5.2s), Wind: 16.6 m/s
Score: 8.8/10
Waves: 0.26m (5.45s), Wind: 6 m/s
Score: 8.6/10
Waves: 0.26m, Wind: 4.1 m/s
Seasonal Analysis for Cap LardierAlpha
Historical patterns and best seasons for diving at Cap Lardier
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 Cap Lardier
Winter
Winter offers the best overall diving conditions with calmer seas and better visibility, despite cooler temperatures.
Best Months for Cap Lardier
Ideal Conditions for Cap Lardier
Water Temp
26.3°C / 79.3°F
July
Visibility
16.3m / 53.5ft
January
Wave Height
0.7m / 2.3ft
January
Wave Period
8.0s
January
Seasonal Insights for Cap Lardier
Cap Lardier shows typical northern hemisphere patterns with July being the warmest month (26.3°C) and January the coldest (5.2°C). The calmest conditions typically occur in January with average wave heights of 0.7m 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.
Last updated: 1 min. ago - Jun 20, 2026