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Dattier

Discover the breathtaking dive site located in the stunning coastal region of France. Nestled between 2 and 20 meters deep, this expansive rocky plateau captivates divers of all levels. At the hilltop, a picturesque white house overlooks the mesmerizing underwater world.

Dive into a fish lover's paradise, as this site teems with vibrant marine life. Immerse yourself in the midst of numerous schools of saupes and castagnoles. Explore the hidden crevices and be surprised by delightful encounters with lobsters, octopuses, and majestic moray eels.

With a remarkable visibility of 23 meters and a maximum depth of 16 meters, this dive site guarantees an unforgettable underwater experience. Whether you're a beginner, advanced diver, or an expert, this site offers something awe-inspiring for everyone.

Located near Sentier, Cavalaire-sur-Mer, Draguignan, Var, Provence-Alpes-Côte d'Azur, Metropolitan France, 83240, France, this dive site is easily accessible and promises to create cherished memories for divers of all backgrounds.

Diving Conditions Score for Dattier

7.8
Good

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

Dive Site Overview for Dattier

Depth

16m

Visibility

23m

Experience Level

beginner
advanced
expert

Weather Conditions for Dattier

Wave Height

0.3m

Wind Speed

26.6 m/s

Water Temp

22.8°C

Visibility

34.48km

Cloud Cover

0%

Wave Period

3s

Air Temperature

23.5°C

Precipitation

0 mm

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

Best time to dive: 7:00 with score 9.098461538461539/10. Water conditions: Waves 0.16m, Wind 1.6 m/s.Best night dive time: 3:00 with score 8.17/10.

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

Sunrise at Dattier: 06:00
Sunset at Dattier: 18:00

Optimal diving conditions at Dattier 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
7:00

Score: 9.1/10
Waves: 0.16m (3.25s), Wind: 1.6 m/s

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Best Night
3:00

Score: 8.2/10
Waves: 0.18m, Wind: 4.9 m/s

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

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 Dattier

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 Dattier

January
Score: 8.9
December
Score: 8.2
February
Score: 7.9

Ideal Conditions for Dattier

Water Temp

Thermometer Emoji

26.6°C / 79.9°F

July

Visibility

Telescope Emoji

16.3m / 53.5ft

January

Wave Height

Wave Emoji

0.7m / 2.3ft

January

Wave Period

Wave Emoji

8.0s

January

Seasonal Insights for Dattier

Dattier shows typical northern hemisphere patterns with July being the warmest month (26.6°C) and January the coldest (5.6°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.

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

Last updated: 1 min. ago - Jun 17, 2026

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