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Île de Forana - Nord-Est (banc de sable)

Forana Island, located in the Cerbical Islands reserve in France, offers a memorable diving experience on its northeast sandbar. This uninhabited island serves as both a bird sanctuary and an underwater playground for divers of all levels.

Diving at Forana Nord Est takes place along the edge of the island, ranging from 3 to 15 meters in depth. The crystal-clear waters provide a visibility of up to 16 meters, allowing divers to fully immerse themselves in the vibrant marine life that inhabits the site.

The diverse fauna and flora of Forana Nord Est include schools of sars, saupes, castagnoles, and more. Keep an eye out for soles, cuttlefish, barracudas, groupers, octopuses, and nudibranchs, as they gracefully navigate their underwater realm.

With a maximum depth of 11 meters, this dive site is ideal for beginners looking to explore its hidden treasures. From faults and rocks to caves and seagrass beds, Forana Nord Est offers a variety of underwater landscapes to discover.

Located near Piccovaggia, Porto-Vecchio, Sartène, and South Corsica, this prime diving location ensures convenient access for divers in the region. Whether you're a seasoned diver or just starting out, Forana Island promises an unforgettable diving experience surrounded by the beauty of nature.

Diving Conditions Score for Île de Forana - Nord-Est (banc de sable)

8.4
Very Good

Very good diving conditions!
The score is based on a calculation of the current weather and sea conditions.

Dive Site Overview for Île de Forana - Nord-Est (banc de sable)

Depth

11m

Visibility

16m

Experience Level

beginner

Weather Conditions for Île de Forana - Nord-Est (banc de sable)

Wave Height

0.12m

Wind Speed

7.6 m/s

Water Temp

25.3°C

Visibility

40.26km

Cloud Cover

0%

Wave Period

4.5s

Air Temperature

30.4°C

Precipitation

0 mm

Detailed 7-Day Diving Forecast for Île de Forana - Nord-Est (banc de sable)
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Dive Score Chart for Île de Forana - Nord-Est (banc de sable)

Best time to dive: 6:00 with score 9.643800623052961/10. Water conditions: Waves 0.12m, Wind 0.4 m/s.Best night dive time: 19:00 with score 8.923333333333334/10.

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

Sunrise at Île de Forana - Nord-Est (banc de sable): 06:00
Sunset at Île de Forana - Nord-Est (banc de sable): 18:00

Optimal diving conditions at Île de Forana - Nord-Est (banc de sable) 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
6:00

Score: 9.6/10
Waves: 0.12m (5.35s), Wind: 0.4 m/s

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Best Night
19:00

Score: 8.9/10
Waves: 0.1m, Wind: 1.3 m/s

Seasonal Analysis for Île de Forana - Nord-Est (banc de sable)
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Historical patterns and best seasons for diving at Île de Forana - Nord-Est (banc de sable)

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 Île de Forana - Nord-Est (banc de sable)

Winter

Avg. Score: 8.4/10

Winter offers the best overall diving conditions with calmer seas and better visibility, despite cooler temperatures.

Best Months for Île de Forana - Nord-Est (banc de sable)

January
Score: 8.6
December
Score: 8.4
February
Score: 8.2

Ideal Conditions for Île de Forana - Nord-Est (banc de sable)

Water Temp

Thermometer Emoji

26.4°C / 79.5°F

August

Visibility

Telescope Emoji

15.4m / 50.5ft

December

Wave Height

Wave Emoji

1.0m / 3.3ft

January

Wave Period

Wave Emoji

8.0s

January

Seasonal Insights for Île de Forana - Nord-Est (banc de sable)

Île de Forana - Nord-Est (banc de sable) shows typical northern hemisphere patterns with July being the warmest month (27.9°C) and January the coldest (5.8°C). The calmest conditions typically occur in January with average wave heights of 1.0m 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.

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

Last updated: 1 min. ago - Jun 18, 2026

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