L'oursin
Dive into the depths of 14 meters and explore the captivating plateau or the mesmerizing drop-off that extends to a maximum depth of 30 meters. Along the way, you'll encounter a fascinating sight at 23 meters - a weathered sea urchin with a diameter of 2 meters, adorned with sponge and bryozoan.
As you navigate through the waters, keep an eye out for barracuda, skillfully hunting among the anchovy and castagnole banks. Additionally, you'll be delighted by the presence of groupers and a diverse array of other fish species that call this underwater haven home.
Located in Italy, this dive site offers an optimal visibility of 21 meters, making it an ideal destination for both beginner and advanced divers. Situated close to SS1dir, Villa Hanbury, Mortola Inferiore, Ventimiglia, Imperia, Liguria, 19039, Italy, this site promises a memorable diving experience for all who venture into its depths.
As you navigate through the waters, keep an eye out for barracuda, skillfully hunting among the anchovy and castagnole banks. Additionally, you'll be delighted by the presence of groupers and a diverse array of other fish species that call this underwater haven home.
Located in Italy, this dive site offers an optimal visibility of 21 meters, making it an ideal destination for both beginner and advanced divers. Situated close to SS1dir, Villa Hanbury, Mortola Inferiore, Ventimiglia, Imperia, Liguria, 19039, Italy, this site promises a memorable diving experience for all who venture into its depths.
Diving Conditions Score for L'oursin
8.9
Very GoodVery good diving conditions!
The score is based on a calculation of the current weather and sea conditions.
Dive Site Overview for L'oursin
Depth
23m
Visibility
21m
Experience Level
beginner
advanced
Weather Conditions for L'oursin
Wave Height
0.2m
Wind Speed
6.7 m/s
Water Temp
23.5°C
Visibility
31.2km
Cloud Cover
0%
Wave Period
3.5s
Air Temperature
25.2°C
Precipitation
0 mm
Detailed 7-Day Diving Forecast for L'oursin
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Dive Score Chart for L'oursin
Best time to dive: 6:00 with score 9.343225925925928/10. Water conditions: Waves 0.22m, Wind 3.8 m/s.Best night dive time: 19:00 with score 9.160450450450453/10.
Chart showing hourly dive conditions including wave height, wind speed, water temperature, and visibility throughout the day.
Sunrise at L'oursin: 06:00
Sunset at L'oursin: 18:00
Optimal diving conditions at L'oursin 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: 9.3/10
Waves: 0.22m (3.6s), Wind: 3.8 m/s
Best Night
19:00Score: 9.2/10
Waves: 0.12m, Wind: 1.1 m/s
Seasonal Analysis for L'oursinAlpha
Historical patterns and best seasons for diving at L'oursin
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'oursin
Winter
Avg. Score: 9.1/10
Winter offers the best overall diving conditions with calmer seas and better visibility, despite cooler temperatures.
Best Months for L'oursin
January
Score: 9.4
December
Score: 9.1
February
Score: 8.9
Ideal Conditions for L'oursin
Water Temp
27.4°C / 81.3°F
July
Visibility
18.9m / 62.0ft
December
Wave Height
0.2m / 0.7ft
January
Wave Period
8.0s
January
Seasonal Insights for L'oursin
L'oursin shows typical northern hemisphere patterns with July being the warmest month (27.4°C) and January the coldest (5.0°C). The calmest conditions typically occur in January with average wave heights of 0.2m 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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