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Grottes aux Chats

Discover a breathtaking dive site in the crystal-clear waters of South Province, New Caledonia. Nestled at a depth of 60 meters, the captivating cave showcases a unique feature - a chimney that guides divers up to 35 meters. This dive offers an exhilarating 60-minute exploration with a deep incursion at 60 meters, making it an ideal choice for decompression and extended range diving enthusiasts.

Prepare to be awed by the diverse marine life that calls this site home. From majestic stingrays and pelagic species to graceful eagle rays, lobsters, and elusive crocodile fish - this underwater paradise promises encounters with a captivating array of wildlife. Delight in the vibrant colors of anemones, the intricate beauty of nudibranchs, and the multitude of reef fish that add to the enchantment of this dive.

With an impressive visibility of 15 meters and a maximum depth of 42 meters, this dive challenges the skills of even the most seasoned divers. Expert level divers will relish the opportunity to explore the depths of this hidden gem, while being immersed in the exquisite underwater wonders that France has to offer.

Uncover the wonders of this majestic dive site, located in the stunning waters of South Province, New Caledonia, France. Prepare for an extraordinary adventure that will leave you in awe of the mesmerizing beauty that lies beneath the waves. Experience the exhilaration of a dive that combines exploration, a unique chimney feature, and an abundance of breathtaking marine life.

Diving Conditions Score for Grottes aux Chats

6.9
Above Average

Decent conditions, proceed with caution.
The score is based on a calculation of the current weather and sea conditions.

Dive Site Overview for Grottes aux Chats

Depth

42m

Visibility

15m

Experience Level

expert

Weather Conditions for Grottes aux Chats

Wave Height

1.12m

Wind Speed

4.6 m/s

Water Temp

24.2°C

Visibility

51.04km

Cloud Cover

29%

Wave Period

9.8s

Air Temperature

16.4°C

Precipitation

0 mm

Detailed 7-Day Diving Forecast for Grottes aux Chats
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Dive Score Chart for Grottes aux Chats

Best time to dive: 17:00 with score 7.554021815008727/10. Water conditions: Waves 1.14m, Wind 8.1 m/s.Best night dive time: 20:00 with score 7.474762774957698/10.

Chart showing hourly dive conditions including wave height, wind speed, water temperature, and visibility throughout the day.

Sunrise at Grottes aux Chats: 06:00
Sunset at Grottes aux Chats: 18:00

Optimal diving conditions at Grottes aux Chats 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.

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Best Overall
17:00

Score: 7.6/10
Waves: 1.14m (9.55s), Wind: 8.1 m/s

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Best Night
20:00

Score: 7.5/10
Waves: 1.12m, Wind: 3.6 m/s

Seasonal Analysis for Grottes aux Chats
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Historical patterns and best seasons for diving at Grottes aux Chats

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 Grottes aux Chats

Summer

Avg. Score: 9.2/10

Summer offers the warmest water temperatures and generally favorable conditions for all levels of divers.

Best Months for Grottes aux Chats

July
Score: 9.4
June
Score: 9.3
May
Score: 9.1

Ideal Conditions for Grottes aux Chats

Water Temp

Thermometer Emoji

23.9°C / 75.0°F

March

Visibility

Telescope Emoji

11.8m / 38.7ft

May

Wave Height

Wave Emoji

1.3m / 4.3ft

February

Wave Period

Wave Emoji

8.0s

January

Seasonal Insights for Grottes aux Chats

Grottes aux Chats follows southern hemisphere patterns with March being the warmest month (23.9°C) and October the coldest (19.8°C). The calmest conditions typically occur in February with average wave heights of 1.3m and wave periods of 8.0s. The most comfortable wave conditions are in February 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). May is usually the driest month with 0.2mm of precipitation. For beginners, the best time to visit would be during February to April, 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.

Scoring Legend:
9-10 (Excellent)
7-8 (Good)
5-6 (Average)
3-4 (Poor)
1-2 (Dangerous)

Last updated: 1 min. ago - Jun 20, 2026

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