Grand Cap Roux
Located within the protected marine area of Cap Roux, our dive site boasts an abundance of vibrant underwater flora and fauna. The underwater landscape seamlessly extends from the iconic Esterel, showcasing its stunning ochre hues.
Thanks to the protected status of the area, the classic Mediterranean ecosystem thrives, welcoming a plethora of marine life in large numbers. Divers can expect to encounter a diverse range of species, including grouper, moray eels, conger eels, anthias, and more.
Our dives offer the perfect opportunity to observe and appreciate the rich variety of Mediterranean flora and fauna found in this pristine and preserved area. With its crystal-clear waters providing a visibility of 16 meters and a maximum depth of 30 meters, this dive site is a playground for advanced and expert divers.
Conveniently located near Saint-Raphaël, Draguignan, Var, Provence-Alpes-Côte d'Azur, Metropolitan France, our dive site in France awaits you to explore its underwater wonders.
Thanks to the protected status of the area, the classic Mediterranean ecosystem thrives, welcoming a plethora of marine life in large numbers. Divers can expect to encounter a diverse range of species, including grouper, moray eels, conger eels, anthias, and more.
Our dives offer the perfect opportunity to observe and appreciate the rich variety of Mediterranean flora and fauna found in this pristine and preserved area. With its crystal-clear waters providing a visibility of 16 meters and a maximum depth of 30 meters, this dive site is a playground for advanced and expert divers.
Conveniently located near Saint-Raphaël, Draguignan, Var, Provence-Alpes-Côte d'Azur, Metropolitan France, our dive site in France awaits you to explore its underwater wonders.
Diving Conditions Score for Grand Cap Roux
8.9
Very GoodVery good diving conditions!
The score is based on a calculation of the current weather and sea conditions.
Dive Site Overview for Grand Cap Roux
Depth
30m
Visibility
16m
Experience Level
advanced
expert
Weather Conditions for Grand Cap Roux
Wave Height
0.3m
Wind Speed
5.7 m/s
Water Temp
27.7°C
Visibility
24.02km
Cloud Cover
1%
Wave Period
3.9s
Air Temperature
29.2°C
Precipitation
0 mm
Detailed 7-Day Diving Forecast for Grand Cap Roux
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Dive Score Chart for Grand Cap Roux
Best time to dive: 16:00 with score 9.26324894514768/10. Water conditions: Waves 0.32m, Wind 4.3 m/s.Best night dive time: 23:00 with score 9.024977168949775/10.
Chart showing hourly dive conditions including wave height, wind speed, water temperature, and visibility throughout the day.
Sunrise at Grand Cap Roux: 06:00
Sunset at Grand Cap Roux: 18:00
Optimal diving conditions at Grand Cap Roux 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: 9.3/10
Waves: 0.32m (3.95s), Wind: 4.3 m/s
Best Night
23:00Score: 9.0/10
Waves: 0.24m, Wind: 1.9 m/s
Seasonal Analysis for Grand Cap RouxAlpha
Historical patterns and best seasons for diving at Grand Cap Roux
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 Grand Cap Roux
Winter
Avg. Score: 9.9/10
Winter offers the best overall diving conditions with calmer seas and better visibility, despite cooler temperatures.
Best Months for Grand Cap Roux
January
Score: 10.0
February
Score: 9.9
December
Score: 9.8
Ideal Conditions for Grand Cap Roux
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 Grand Cap Roux
Grand Cap Roux 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 - Jul 9, 2026
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