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Cap Salomon

Cape Solomon is a captivating dive site in the waters of France. This extraordinary reef features majestic rocks that gradually descend into the captivating shades of blue. As you explore this underwater world, the stacked boulders create an illusion of being a small creature, like a shrimp.

One of the notable highlights of Cape Solomon is the frequent visitation by large turtles and the spawning ground for snappers. This dive site also provides a safe haven for impressive puffer fish. Additionally, it is a popular spot to encounter graceful spotted eagle rays.

With a visibility of 19m and a maximum depth of 20m, Cape Solomon offers an exhilarating dive experience suitable for advanced and expert divers. Located near Sentier Cap Salomon, Les Anses-d'Arlet, Le Marin, Martinique, 97217, France, this dive site is easily accessible for those seeking an unforgettable underwater adventure.

Diving Conditions Score for Cap Salomon

6.2
Above Average

Decent conditions, proceed with caution.
The score is based on a calculation of the current weather and sea conditions.

Dive Site Overview for Cap Salomon

Depth

20m

Visibility

19m

Experience Level

advanced
expert

Weather Conditions for Cap Salomon

Wave Height

1.08m

Wind Speed

22.2 m/s

Water Temp

28.4°C

Visibility

8.2km

Cloud Cover

8%

Wave Period

5.5s

Air Temperature

31°C

Precipitation

1 mm

Detailed 7-Day Diving Forecast for Cap Salomon
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Dive Score Chart for Cap Salomon

Best time to dive: 6:00 with score 7.147571264367816/10. Water conditions: Waves 0.82m, Wind 16.7 m/s.Best night dive time: 1:00 with score 6.452036363636363/10.

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

Sunrise at Cap Salomon: 06:00
Sunset at Cap Salomon: 18:00

Optimal diving conditions at Cap Salomon 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
6:00

Score: 7.1/10
Waves: 0.82m (5.8s), Wind: 16.7 m/s

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Best Night
1:00

Score: 6.5/10
Waves: 0.8m, Wind: 17.6 m/s

Seasonal Analysis for Cap Salomon
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Historical patterns and best seasons for diving at Cap Salomon

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 Salomon

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 Cap Salomon

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

Ideal Conditions for Cap Salomon

Water Temp

Thermometer Emoji

27.0°C / 80.6°F

May

Visibility

Telescope Emoji

11.7m / 38.4ft

October

Wave Height

Wave Emoji

1.8m / 5.9ft

January

Wave Period

Wave Emoji

8.0s

January

Seasonal Insights for Cap Salomon

Cap Salomon 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.

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

Last updated: 1 min. ago - Jun 18, 2026

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