Gascony
The Gascony, a ship torpedoed by UC-75 on 6 January 1918, now rests upside down at a depth of 27m on the Owers' edge. Over time, the wreck has deteriorated, making navigation around it a careful endeavor. Divers exploring the site may catch a glimpse of the wheels of army gun carriages, which once formed part of the cargo destined for the British Army.
Divers will encounter an abundance of marine life on the wreck, including Bib, Poor Cod, and often bass. Crabs and lobsters have made the wreckage their home, while smaller fish like Tompots dart around, providing a delightful spectacle.
With a maximum depth of 28m and visibility reaching up to 8m, this dive site near England, United Kingdom offers an exciting challenge for advanced and expert divers seeking an unforgettable underwater adventure.
Divers will encounter an abundance of marine life on the wreck, including Bib, Poor Cod, and often bass. Crabs and lobsters have made the wreckage their home, while smaller fish like Tompots dart around, providing a delightful spectacle.
With a maximum depth of 28m and visibility reaching up to 8m, this dive site near England, United Kingdom offers an exciting challenge for advanced and expert divers seeking an unforgettable underwater adventure.
Diving Conditions Score for Gascony
6.3
Above AverageDecent conditions, proceed with caution.
The score is based on a calculation of the current weather and sea conditions.
Dive Site Overview for Gascony
Depth
28m
Visibility
8m
Experience Level
advanced
expert
Weather Conditions for Gascony
Wave Height
0.46m
Wind Speed
4.7 m/s
Water Temp
17.4°C
Visibility
24.1km
Cloud Cover
93%
Wave Period
7s
Air Temperature
15.2°C
Precipitation
0 mm
Detailed 7-Day Diving Forecast for Gascony
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Dive Score Chart for Gascony
Best time to dive: 16:00 with score 7.907524349881796/10. Water conditions: Waves 0.44m, Wind 2.2 m/s.Best night dive time: 19:00 with score 7.1395916083916084/10.
Chart showing hourly dive conditions including wave height, wind speed, water temperature, and visibility throughout the day.
Sunrise at Gascony: 06:00
Sunset at Gascony: 18:00
Optimal diving conditions at Gascony 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
16:00Score: 7.9/10
Waves: 0.44m (7.05s), Wind: 2.2 m/s
Best Night
19:00Score: 7.1/10
Waves: 0.42m, Wind: 10.1 m/s
Seasonal Analysis for GasconyAlpha
Historical patterns and best seasons for diving at Gascony
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 Gascony
Winter
Avg. Score: 7.9/10
Winter offers the best overall diving conditions with calmer seas and better visibility, despite cooler temperatures.
Best Months for Gascony
January
Score: 8.0
February
Score: 7.8
December
Score: 7.8
Ideal Conditions for Gascony
Water Temp
18.0°C / 64.4°F
August
Visibility
12.0m / 39.4ft
July
Wave Height
2.1m / 6.9ft
January
Wave Period
8.0s
January
Seasonal Insights for Gascony
Gascony shows typical northern hemisphere patterns with August being the warmest month (18.0°C) and December the coldest (3.9°C). The calmest conditions typically occur in January with average wave heights of 2.1m 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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