Hydravion et Goelett
Welcome to one of the exclusive wreck sites in Polynesia, where you can embark on an unforgettable exploration of the Catalina PBY-5A wreckage. This historic aircraft, generously granted by the US Navy to the RAI (Régie Aérienne Inter-insulaire, the predecessor of Air Tahiti), once soared through the Polynesian skies during the 1950s.
Dive into the depths of the Orohena, a vessel that proudly fulfilled numerous missions both within the islands and beyond, until its retirement from seafaring duties. With a depth ranging from 20 to 25 meters, this dive site provides a sanctuary for a diverse range of marine life, showcasing a vibrant marine fauna and flora.
With a remarkable visibility of 16 meters, divers of all levels, from beginners to advanced to experts, can fully immerse themselves in the beauty of this underwater wonderland. Located near Moana Faao in Faa'a, French Polynesia, this captivating site offers a truly unique experience for divers visiting France.
Come and explore the magnificent underwater world of the Orohena wreck site, where history, marine life, and adventure converge in perfect harmony.
Dive into the depths of the Orohena, a vessel that proudly fulfilled numerous missions both within the islands and beyond, until its retirement from seafaring duties. With a depth ranging from 20 to 25 meters, this dive site provides a sanctuary for a diverse range of marine life, showcasing a vibrant marine fauna and flora.
With a remarkable visibility of 16 meters, divers of all levels, from beginners to advanced to experts, can fully immerse themselves in the beauty of this underwater wonderland. Located near Moana Faao in Faa'a, French Polynesia, this captivating site offers a truly unique experience for divers visiting France.
Come and explore the magnificent underwater world of the Orohena wreck site, where history, marine life, and adventure converge in perfect harmony.
Diving Conditions Score for Hydravion et Goelett
8.2
Very GoodVery good diving conditions!
The score is based on a calculation of the current weather and sea conditions.
Dive Site Overview for Hydravion et Goelett
Depth
20m
Visibility
16m
Experience Level
beginner
advanced
expert
Weather Conditions for Hydravion et Goelett
Wave Height
1.7m
Wind Speed
1 m/s
Water Temp
27.4°C
Visibility
62.84km
Cloud Cover
100%
Wave Period
11.3s
Air Temperature
22.3°C
Precipitation
0.1 mm
Detailed 7-Day Diving Forecast for Hydravion et Goelett
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Dive Score Chart for Hydravion et Goelett
Best time to dive: 11:00 with score 7.939633333333333/10. Water conditions: Waves 1.72m, Wind 0.9 m/s.Best night dive time: 20:00 with score 7.633063265306122/10.
Chart showing hourly dive conditions including wave height, wind speed, water temperature, and visibility throughout the day.
Sunrise at Hydravion et Goelett: 06:00
Sunset at Hydravion et Goelett: 18:00
Optimal diving conditions at Hydravion et Goelett 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
11:00Score: 7.9/10
Waves: 1.72m (11.3s), Wind: 0.9 m/s
Best Night
20:00Score: 7.6/10
Waves: 1.7m, Wind: 0.4 m/s
Seasonal Analysis for Hydravion et GoelettAlpha
Historical patterns and best seasons for diving at Hydravion et Goelett
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 Hydravion et Goelett
Summer
Avg. Score: 9.8/10
Summer offers the warmest water temperatures and generally favorable conditions for all levels of divers.
Best Months for Hydravion et Goelett
May
Score: 10.0
June
Score: 10.0
July
Score: 9.8
Ideal Conditions for Hydravion et Goelett
Water Temp
24.9°C / 76.8°F
May
Visibility
15.0m / 49.2ft
May
Wave Height
0.5m / 1.6ft
February
Wave Period
8.0s
January
Seasonal Insights for Hydravion et Goelett
Hydravion et Goelett follows southern hemisphere patterns with May being the warmest month (24.9°C) and November the coldest (20.7°C). The calmest conditions typically occur in February with average wave heights of 0.5m 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). June is usually the driest month with 1.7mm 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.
Last updated: 1 min. ago - Jun 18, 2026
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