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La Caye

Located in the beautiful waters of Malendure, France, the dive site known as La Caye offers an unforgettable underwater experience. This site was formed when the Malendure rock collapsed into the ocean, creating a shallow dive site that is accessible to divers of all levels.

With depths ranging from 4m to 18m, La Caye caters to both beginner and advanced divers. It is the perfect spot for those seeking adventure and exploration. The visibility at this site is a remarkable 16m, allowing divers to fully immerse themselves in the vibrant marine life that surrounds them.

One of the highlights of diving at La Caye is the opportunity to witness a gathering of green turtles. At night, these majestic creatures rendezvous at the site, creating a truly magical spectacle. As you explore the depths, keep an eye out for the mysterious spotted moray eels that are known to inhabit this area.

If you're looking for a dive site that combines natural beauty with an abundance of marine life, La Caye is the perfect choice. Whether you're a beginner or an experienced diver, this site offers something for everyone. Embark on a dive at La Caye and discover the wonders that lie beneath the surface of the ocean.

For those interested in visiting this enchanting dive site, it is conveniently located near Les heures saines, Route des Galets, Malendure, Bouillante, Basse-Terre, Guadeloupe, 97125, France. Plan your trip today and get ready for an unforgettable underwater adventure at La Caye.

Diving Conditions Score for La Caye

6.8
Above Average

Decent conditions, proceed with caution.
The score is based on a calculation of the current weather and sea conditions.

Dive Site Overview for La Caye

Depth

11m

Visibility

16m

Experience Level

beginner
advanced

Weather Conditions for La Caye

Wave Height

0.74m

Wind Speed

11.7 m/s

Water Temp

29.4°C

Visibility

30.38km

Cloud Cover

22%

Wave Period

5.25s

Air Temperature

30.4°C

Precipitation

0 mm

Detailed 7-Day Diving Forecast for La Caye
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Dive Score Chart for La Caye

Best time to dive: 8:00 with score 8.562027217125381/10. Water conditions: Waves 0.66m, Wind 1.1 m/s.Best night dive time: 5:00 with score 7.902751851851852/10.

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

Sunrise at La Caye: 06:00
Sunset at La Caye: 18:00

Optimal diving conditions at La Caye 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
8:00

Score: 8.6/10
Waves: 0.66m (5.45s), Wind: 1.1 m/s

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Best Night
5:00

Score: 7.9/10
Waves: 0.66m, Wind: 2.4 m/s

Seasonal Analysis for La Caye
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Historical patterns and best seasons for diving at La Caye

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 La Caye

Winter

Avg. Score: 10.0/10

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

Best Months for La Caye

January
Score: 10.0
February
Score: 10.0
March
Score: 10.0

Ideal Conditions for La Caye

Water Temp

Thermometer Emoji

21.6°C / 70.9°F

June

Visibility

Telescope Emoji

20.1m / 65.9ft

May

Wave Height

Wave Emoji

0.2m / 0.7ft

January

Wave Period

Wave Emoji

8.0s

January

Seasonal Insights for La Caye

La Caye shows typical northern hemisphere patterns with June being the warmest month (21.6°C) and December the coldest (17.6°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.

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

Last updated: 1 min. ago - Jun 22, 2026

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