L’arche de Bandrelé
An arch, a few meters wide, lies beneath the water's surface at this dive site in France, near Mayotte. At the heart of the arch rests an old anchor adorned with vibrant sponges and corals, providing a picturesque sight for divers. Gorgonians and soft coral further enhance the beauty of the arch as they thrive in the shadows. The top of the arch is equally stunning, adorned with large and colorful corals. Many gaterins can be found here, diligently guarding the arch. With a maximum depth of 22m and visibility reaching up to 18m, this dive site is recommended for advanced and expert divers looking for an unforgettable underwater experience in France.
Diving Conditions Score for L’arche de Bandrelé
8
Very GoodVery good diving conditions!
The score is based on a calculation of the current weather and sea conditions.
Dive Site Overview for L’arche de Bandrelé
Depth
22m
Visibility
18m
Experience Level
advanced
expert
Weather Conditions for L’arche de Bandrelé
Wave Height
1.1m
Wind Speed
20.5 m/s
Water Temp
27.5°C
Visibility
43.26km
Cloud Cover
0%
Wave Period
6.05s
Air Temperature
25.9°C
Precipitation
0 mm
Detailed 7-Day Diving Forecast for L’arche de Bandrelé
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Dive Score Chart for L’arche de Bandrelé
Best time to dive: 17:00 with score 7.644333333333334/10. Water conditions: Waves 1.1m, Wind 13.9 m/s.Best night dive time: 23:00 with score 8.186800775193799/10.
Chart showing hourly dive conditions including wave height, wind speed, water temperature, and visibility throughout the day.
Sunrise at L’arche de Bandrelé : 06:00
Sunset at L’arche de Bandrelé : 18:00
Optimal diving conditions at L’arche de Bandrelé 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
23:00Score: 8.2/10
Waves: 0.9m (6.45s), Wind: 0.9 m/s
Safest Overall
17:00Score: 7.6/10
Waves: 1.1m (6.3s), Wind: 13.9 m/s
Best Day
17:00Score: 7.6/10
Waves: 1.1m, Wind: 13.9 m/s
Seasonal Analysis for L’arche de Bandrelé Alpha
Historical patterns and best seasons for diving at L’arche de Bandrelé
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 L’arche de Bandrelé
Summer
Avg. Score: 9.5/10
Summer offers the warmest water temperatures and generally favorable conditions for all levels of divers.
Best Months for L’arche de Bandrelé
June
Score: 9.6
May
Score: 9.5
July
Score: 9.5
Ideal Conditions for L’arche de Bandrelé
Water Temp
26.4°C / 79.5°F
April
Visibility
14.1m / 46.3ft
December
Wave Height
1.0m / 3.3ft
December
Wave Period
8.0s
January
Seasonal Insights for L’arche de Bandrelé
L’arche de Bandrelé follows southern hemisphere patterns with April being the warmest month (26.4°C) and October the coldest (21.9°C). The calmest conditions typically occur in December with average wave heights of 1.0m and wave periods of 8.0s. The most comfortable wave conditions are in December 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 0.2mm of precipitation. For beginners, the best time to visit would be during December to February, 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 17, 2026
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