Épave Le Saumur
As you explore the wreck, keep an eye out for a variety of marine life that inhabits the area. Look out for species such as Congers, Anthias, Pout, Capon, Octopus, Flabelline, Dory, Sunfish, Pennatula, and Glacial Starfish. Their vibrant presence adds a touch of color to the ghostly surroundings.
Venture to the kiosk level of the wreck to discover remnants of the ship's past. Explore the bathroom and galley, and if you're lucky enough to find the bathroom, take note of the tile color as a piece of the wreck's history.
At the forefront of the ship, witness a remarkable sight - a cannon that still spins on its axis after more than 70 years beneath the waves. Further ahead, in the anchorage's chain wells, a majestic conger eel has made its home. Approach it discreetly and avoid dazzling it with your dive lamp.
With a visibility of 4m, this dive site offers a thrilling adventure for advanced divers. Immerse yourself in the history and rich marine life that thrives in the waters of Port-Vendres, France.
Diving Conditions Score for Épave Le Saumur
Good diving conditions!
The score is based on a calculation of the current weather and sea conditions.
Dive Site Overview for Épave Le Saumur
Depth
39m
Visibility
4m
Experience Level
Weather Conditions for Épave Le Saumur
Wave Height
0.46m
Wind Speed
18.5 m/s
Water Temp
20.4°C
Visibility
40.22km
Cloud Cover
0%
Wave Period
3.95s
Air Temperature
25.1°C
Precipitation
0 mm
Dive Score Chart for Épave Le Saumur
Best time to dive: 8:00 with score 8.852092907801419/10. Water conditions: Waves 0.38m, Wind 3.3 m/s.Best night dive time: 4:00 with score 7.934919850187266/10.
Chart showing hourly dive conditions including wave height, wind speed, water temperature, and visibility throughout the day.
Optimal diving conditions at Épave Le Saumur 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: 0.38m (4.7s), Wind: 3.3 m/s
Score: 7.9/10
Waves: 0.42m, Wind: 5.9 m/s
Seasonal Analysis for Épave Le SaumurAlpha
Historical patterns and best seasons for diving at Épave Le Saumur
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 Épave Le Saumur
Winter
Winter offers the best overall diving conditions with calmer seas and better visibility, despite cooler temperatures.
Best Months for Épave Le Saumur
Ideal Conditions for Épave Le Saumur
Water Temp
24.3°C / 75.7°F
June
Visibility
20.1m / 65.9ft
October
Wave Height
0.2m / 0.7ft
January
Wave Period
8.0s
January
Seasonal Insights for Épave Le Saumur
Épave Le Saumur shows typical northern hemisphere patterns with June being the warmest month (24.3°C) and December the coldest (20.3°C). The calmest conditions typically occur in January with average wave heights of 0.2m 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