Îlot du Cap Taillat
The Cap Taillâtes is one of three capes located on the picturesque Saint-Tropez peninsula in France. This elongated islet is connected to the mainland by a narrow strip of land. Divers are drawn to this site for its impressive rocky formations, which serve as ideal hideouts and sanctuaries for a diverse array of fish and invertebrates. Expect encounters with barracudas, groupers, and lobsters as you explore its underwater wonders.
With excellent visibility of up to 28 meters and a maximum depth of 18 meters, the Cap Taillâtes caters to divers of all skill levels, ranging from beginners to advanced and expert divers. Situated in close proximity to notable landmarks such as Guérite napoléonienne, Sentier Littoral, Ramatuelle, Draguignan, Var, Provence-Alpes-Côte d'Azur, Metropolitan France, 83350, it offers convenient access for divers looking to explore the surrounding area.
With excellent visibility of up to 28 meters and a maximum depth of 18 meters, the Cap Taillâtes caters to divers of all skill levels, ranging from beginners to advanced and expert divers. Situated in close proximity to notable landmarks such as Guérite napoléonienne, Sentier Littoral, Ramatuelle, Draguignan, Var, Provence-Alpes-Côte d'Azur, Metropolitan France, 83350, it offers convenient access for divers looking to explore the surrounding area.
Diving Conditions Score for Îlot du Cap Taillat
8.4
Very GoodVery good diving conditions!
The score is based on a calculation of the current weather and sea conditions.
Dive Site Overview for Îlot du Cap Taillat
Depth
18m
Visibility
28m
Experience Level
beginner
advanced
expert
Weather Conditions for Îlot du Cap Taillat
Wave Height
0.08m
Wind Speed
6.5 m/s
Water Temp
23.5°C
Visibility
37.36km
Cloud Cover
0%
Wave Period
3.35s
Air Temperature
20.6°C
Precipitation
0 mm
Detailed 7-Day Diving Forecast for Îlot du Cap Taillat
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Dive Score Chart for Îlot du Cap Taillat
Best time to dive: 6:00 with score 8.797286821705427/10. Water conditions: Waves 0.12m, Wind 5.7 m/s.Best night dive time: 1:00 with score 8.487625570776256/10.
Chart showing hourly dive conditions including wave height, wind speed, water temperature, and visibility throughout the day.
Sunrise at Îlot du Cap Taillat: 06:00
Sunset at Îlot du Cap Taillat: 18:00
Optimal diving conditions at Îlot du Cap Taillat 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
6:00Score: 8.8/10
Waves: 0.12m (4.3s), Wind: 5.7 m/s
Best Night
1:00Score: 8.5/10
Waves: 0.14m, Wind: 1.9 m/s
Seasonal Analysis for Îlot du Cap TaillatAlpha
Historical patterns and best seasons for diving at Îlot du Cap Taillat
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 Îlot du Cap Taillat
Winter
Avg. Score: 8.3/10
Winter offers the best overall diving conditions with calmer seas and better visibility, despite cooler temperatures.
Best Months for Îlot du Cap Taillat
January
Score: 8.9
December
Score: 8.2
February
Score: 7.9
Ideal Conditions for Îlot du Cap Taillat
Water Temp
26.6°C / 79.9°F
July
Visibility
16.3m / 53.5ft
January
Wave Height
0.7m / 2.3ft
January
Wave Period
8.0s
January
Seasonal Insights for Îlot du Cap Taillat
Îlot du Cap Taillat shows typical northern hemisphere patterns with July being the warmest month (26.6°C) and January the coldest (5.6°C). The calmest conditions typically occur in January with average wave heights of 0.7m 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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