Fosse d’Argenteuil
Welcome to the impressive dive site located in Argenteuil, France. This dive site offers a truly extraordinary experience with its very large cylinder, measuring approximately 5 meters in diameter and reaching a depth of 10 meters. You'll also find a convenient mini plateau at a depth of 3 meters. Accessing this site is a breeze, as it is located just off the A15m freeway and easily reachable by car.
Designed with beginner divers in mind, as well as those seeking Stress & Rescue and buoyancy training, this bright pit offers the perfect environment for honing your diving skills. The visibility here is excellent, boasting up to 10 meters of crystal-clear water. With a maximum depth of 12 meters, there is plenty of room to explore and discover the beauty beneath the surface.
What sets the Argenteuil pit apart from other dive sites is its complete isolation from swimming pools, providing a serene and uninterrupted diving experience. Additionally, the site offers a wonderfully spacious beach area where you can relax and take in the surroundings. For your convenience, the pit provides cylinders, jackets, and regulators, ensuring you have the essential diving equipment needed. However, please remember to bring your own fins, mask, and shorty.
Centrally located near the Centre aquatique Youri Gagarine on Rue du Nord, Argenteuil, Val-d'Oise, Ile-de-France, Metropolitan France, 95100, this dive site is easily accessible for divers seeking an unforgettable underwater adventure. So, come and dive into the depths of the Argenteuil pit, an exceptional dive spot that promises a remarkable experience for divers of all levels.
Designed with beginner divers in mind, as well as those seeking Stress & Rescue and buoyancy training, this bright pit offers the perfect environment for honing your diving skills. The visibility here is excellent, boasting up to 10 meters of crystal-clear water. With a maximum depth of 12 meters, there is plenty of room to explore and discover the beauty beneath the surface.
What sets the Argenteuil pit apart from other dive sites is its complete isolation from swimming pools, providing a serene and uninterrupted diving experience. Additionally, the site offers a wonderfully spacious beach area where you can relax and take in the surroundings. For your convenience, the pit provides cylinders, jackets, and regulators, ensuring you have the essential diving equipment needed. However, please remember to bring your own fins, mask, and shorty.
Centrally located near the Centre aquatique Youri Gagarine on Rue du Nord, Argenteuil, Val-d'Oise, Ile-de-France, Metropolitan France, 95100, this dive site is easily accessible for divers seeking an unforgettable underwater adventure. So, come and dive into the depths of the Argenteuil pit, an exceptional dive spot that promises a remarkable experience for divers of all levels.
Diving Conditions Score for Fosse d’Argenteuil
5.3
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The score is based on a calculation of the current weather and sea conditions.
Dive Site Overview for Fosse d’Argenteuil
Depth
12m
Visibility
10m
Experience Level
beginner
Weather Conditions for Fosse d’Argenteuil
Wave Height
1m
Wind Speed
9.7 m/s
Water Temp
18°C
Visibility
30.36km
Cloud Cover
1%
Wave Period
8s
Air Temperature
34.5°C
Precipitation
0 mm
Detailed 7-Day Diving Forecast for Fosse d’Argenteuil
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Dive Score Chart for Fosse d’Argenteuil
Best time to dive: 6:00 with score 7.583333333333333/10. Water conditions: Waves 1m, Wind 2.1 m/s.Best night dive time: 5:00 with score 7.113333333333333/10.
Chart showing hourly dive conditions including wave height, wind speed, water temperature, and visibility throughout the day.
Sunrise at Fosse d’Argenteuil: 06:00
Sunset at Fosse d’Argenteuil: 18:00
Optimal diving conditions at Fosse d’Argenteuil 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: 7.6/10
Waves: 1m (8s), Wind: 2.1 m/s
Best Night
5:00Score: 7.1/10
Waves: 1m, Wind: 1.8 m/s
Seasonal Analysis for Fosse d’ArgenteuilAlpha
Historical patterns and best seasons for diving at Fosse d’Argenteuil
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 Fosse d’Argenteuil
Winter
Avg. Score: 8.6/10
Winter offers the best overall diving conditions with calmer seas and better visibility, despite cooler temperatures.
Best Months for Fosse d’Argenteuil
January
Score: 9.1
December
Score: 8.6
February
Score: 8.0
Ideal Conditions for Fosse d’Argenteuil
Water Temp
21.2°C / 70.2°F
July
Visibility
17.6m / 57.7ft
January
Wave Height
0.4m / 1.3ft
January
Wave Period
8.0s
January
Seasonal Insights for Fosse d’Argenteuil
Fosse d’Argenteuil shows typical northern hemisphere patterns with July being the warmest month (21.2°C) and January the coldest (0.5°C). The calmest conditions typically occur in January with average wave heights of 0.4m 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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