Dukw
The DUKW, which stands for "D" for the year 1942, "U" for amphibious, "K" for all drive wheels, and "W" for its double wheel train at the rear, is a set of three amphibious vehicles. These machines have a military background and are designed for various purposes.
Situated against a backdrop of sandy terrain and surrounded by posidonia tasks, this dive site offers a unique and diverse marine life. While the presence of life is relatively scarce, a few castagnoles have made this place their home. Additionally, divers can often spot octopuses near a pile of pebbles.
This site boasts good visibility with an average of 19 meters, making it a suitable destination for divers of all levels. Whether you are a beginner, advanced, or expert diver, you can explore the underwater world at this location. The maximum depth of the dive site reaches 20 meters, providing divers with the opportunity to delve deeper into the underwater realm.
Located in France, specifically in Cavalaire-sur-Mer, Draguignan, Var, Provence-Alpes-Côte d'Azur, Metropolitan France, 83240, this dive site offers a unique experience for divers seeking to explore the underwater wonders of the region.
Situated against a backdrop of sandy terrain and surrounded by posidonia tasks, this dive site offers a unique and diverse marine life. While the presence of life is relatively scarce, a few castagnoles have made this place their home. Additionally, divers can often spot octopuses near a pile of pebbles.
This site boasts good visibility with an average of 19 meters, making it a suitable destination for divers of all levels. Whether you are a beginner, advanced, or expert diver, you can explore the underwater world at this location. The maximum depth of the dive site reaches 20 meters, providing divers with the opportunity to delve deeper into the underwater realm.
Located in France, specifically in Cavalaire-sur-Mer, Draguignan, Var, Provence-Alpes-Côte d'Azur, Metropolitan France, 83240, this dive site offers a unique experience for divers seeking to explore the underwater wonders of the region.
Diving Conditions Score for Dukw
8.6
Very GoodVery good diving conditions!
The score is based on a calculation of the current weather and sea conditions.
Dive Site Overview for Dukw
Depth
20m
Visibility
19m
Experience Level
beginner
advanced
expert
Weather Conditions for Dukw
Wave Height
0.1m
Wind Speed
8.4 m/s
Water Temp
23.2°C
Visibility
37.36km
Cloud Cover
0%
Wave Period
4.1s
Air Temperature
25.9°C
Precipitation
0 mm
Detailed 7-Day Diving Forecast for Dukw
Alpha
Dive Score Chart for Dukw
Best time to dive: 6:00 with score 9.19887445887446/10. Water conditions: Waves 0.12m, Wind 4.6 m/s.Best night dive time: 21:00 with score 8.86873417721519/10.
Chart showing hourly dive conditions including wave height, wind speed, water temperature, and visibility throughout the day.
Sunrise at Dukw: 06:00
Sunset at Dukw: 18:00
Optimal diving conditions at Dukw 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.
Best Overall
6:00Score: 9.2/10
Waves: 0.12m (3.85s), Wind: 4.6 m/s
Best Night
21:00Score: 8.9/10
Waves: 0.06m, Wind: 1.5 m/s
Seasonal Analysis for DukwAlpha
Historical patterns and best seasons for diving at Dukw
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 Dukw
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 Dukw
January
Score: 8.9
December
Score: 8.2
February
Score: 7.9
Ideal Conditions for Dukw
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 Dukw
Dukw 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 18, 2026
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