Cimentier
Immerse yourself in the dream-like setting of this wreck as you encounter an abundance of marine life. Dive alongside graceful beavers that call this wreck their home. Additionally, the adjacent canyons are teeming with octopus and moray eels, ensuring a captivating dive experience.
The main wreck comprises two easily accessible rooms, inviting divers to explore its intriguing interior. Notably, the large windows of the wreck slope gently towards the water's surface, allowing for mesmerizing views of the nearby cardinal. Witness a magical interplay of light as the sun's rays refract on the surface, creating an ethereal atmosphere.
With impressive visibility of up to 19 meters, divers can fully appreciate the remarkable underwater landscape surrounding the wreck. While the maximum depth reaches 14 meters, this dive site is particularly suitable for beginner divers.
Located near the Fort du Petit Langoustier in Hyères, Toulon, Var, Provence-Alpes-Côte d'Azur, Metropolitan France, 83400, France, this dive site offers convenient accessibility and a captivating diving experience. Explore the wreckage, immerse yourself in the vibrant marine life, and create unforgettable memories at this remarkable dive spot.
Diving Conditions Score for Cimentier
Excellent diving conditions!
The score is based on a calculation of the current weather and sea conditions.
Dive Site Overview for Cimentier
Depth
14m
Visibility
19m
Experience Level
Weather Conditions for Cimentier
Wave Height
0.26m
Wind Speed
1 m/s
Water Temp
22.9°C
Visibility
34.98km
Cloud Cover
0%
Wave Period
3.9s
Air Temperature
28.5°C
Precipitation
0 mm
Dive Score Chart for Cimentier
Best time to dive: 7:00 with score 9.80136752136752/10. Water conditions: Waves 0.28m, Wind 0 m/s.Best night dive time: 5:00 with score 8.387179487179488/10.
Chart showing hourly dive conditions including wave height, wind speed, water temperature, and visibility throughout the day.
Optimal diving conditions at Cimentier 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: 9.8/10
Waves: 0.28m (3.9s), Wind: 0 m/s
Score: 8.4/10
Waves: 0.3m, Wind: 9 m/s
Seasonal Analysis for CimentierAlpha
Historical patterns and best seasons for diving at Cimentier
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 Cimentier
Winter
Winter offers the best overall diving conditions with calmer seas and better visibility, despite cooler temperatures.
Best Months for Cimentier
Ideal Conditions for Cimentier
Water Temp
24.9°C / 76.8°F
July
Visibility
12.0m / 39.4ft
May
Wave Height
1.7m / 5.6ft
January
Wave Period
8.0s
January
Seasonal Insights for Cimentier
Cimentier shows typical northern hemisphere patterns with July being the warmest month (24.9°C) and January the coldest (7.6°C). The calmest conditions typically occur in January with average wave heights of 1.7m 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 21, 2026