la Cité de l’eau
Welcome to our exceptional dive site located just steps away from the local diving center on the edge of a pristine lake in France. Our nautical center provides the perfect setting to optimize your training, offering both an artificial and natural environment without any distractions.
Immerse yourself in our main pool which boasts a depth of 2 meters, ideal for beginners and advanced divers alike. For those seeking a more challenging experience, we also offer a 3.80 meter deep pit. Whether you're a first-time diver or looking to refine your skills, our site is perfect for baptism dives and training in an artificial environment, catering to both adults and children.
Experience crystal clear waters with impressive visibility of 10 meters, allowing you to fully appreciate the underwater beauty that awaits. With a maximum depth of 20 meters, our site is suitable for divers of all levels, from beginners to advanced.
Conveniently located near the Complexe sportif de la Cité de l'eau on Rue des Tilleuls in Amphion-les-Bains, Publier, Thonon-les-Bains, Upper Savoy, Auvergne-Rhône-Alpes, Metropolitan France, 74500, France, our dive site offers easy access and a range of amenities nearby.
Join us for an unforgettable diving experience in the heart of nature, where training and exploration come together seamlessly. Discover the wonders beneath the surface and embark on your underwater adventure with us.
Immerse yourself in our main pool which boasts a depth of 2 meters, ideal for beginners and advanced divers alike. For those seeking a more challenging experience, we also offer a 3.80 meter deep pit. Whether you're a first-time diver or looking to refine your skills, our site is perfect for baptism dives and training in an artificial environment, catering to both adults and children.
Experience crystal clear waters with impressive visibility of 10 meters, allowing you to fully appreciate the underwater beauty that awaits. With a maximum depth of 20 meters, our site is suitable for divers of all levels, from beginners to advanced.
Conveniently located near the Complexe sportif de la Cité de l'eau on Rue des Tilleuls in Amphion-les-Bains, Publier, Thonon-les-Bains, Upper Savoy, Auvergne-Rhône-Alpes, Metropolitan France, 74500, France, our dive site offers easy access and a range of amenities nearby.
Join us for an unforgettable diving experience in the heart of nature, where training and exploration come together seamlessly. Discover the wonders beneath the surface and embark on your underwater adventure with us.
Diving Conditions Score for la Cité de l’eau
6.8
Above AverageDecent conditions, proceed with caution.
The score is based on a calculation of the current weather and sea conditions.
Dive Site Overview for la Cité de l’eau
Depth
20m
Visibility
10m
Experience Level
beginner
advanced
Weather Conditions for la Cité de l’eau
Wave Height
1m
Wind Speed
8.2 m/s
Water Temp
18°C
Visibility
36.26km
Cloud Cover
0%
Wave Period
8s
Air Temperature
26.7°C
Precipitation
0 mm
Detailed 7-Day Diving Forecast for la Cité de l’eau
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Dive Score Chart for la Cité de l’eau
Best time to dive: 6:00 with score 8.161633333333334/10. Water conditions: Waves 1m, Wind 2.2 m/s.Best night dive time: 5:00 with score 7.485233333333333/10.
Chart showing hourly dive conditions including wave height, wind speed, water temperature, and visibility throughout the day.
Sunrise at la Cité de l’eau: 06:00
Sunset at la Cité de l’eau: 18:00
Optimal diving conditions at la Cité de l’eau 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: 8.2/10
Waves: 1m (8s), Wind: 2.2 m/s
Best Night
5:00Score: 7.5/10
Waves: 1m, Wind: 4 m/s
Seasonal Analysis for la Cité de l’eauAlpha
Historical patterns and best seasons for diving at la Cité de l’eau
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 Cité de l’eau
Winter
Avg. Score: 8.5/10
Winter offers the best overall diving conditions with calmer seas and better visibility, despite cooler temperatures.
Best Months for la Cité de l’eau
January
Score: 8.7
December
Score: 8.6
February
Score: 8.2
Ideal Conditions for la Cité de l’eau
Water Temp
23.5°C / 74.3°F
July
Visibility
16.3m / 53.5ft
October
Wave Height
0.7m / 2.3ft
December
Wave Period
8.0s
January
Seasonal Insights for la Cité de l’eau
la Cité de l’eau shows typical northern hemisphere patterns with July being the warmest month (23.5°C) and January the coldest (0.1°C). The calmest conditions typically occur in December with average wave heights of 0.7m 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). January is usually the driest month with 0.0mm 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 20, 2026
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