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La Gabinière la Calanque Sombre

Discover the captivating dive site on the eastern side of Gabinière. With its well-marked drop-off, this underwater paradise offers divers a unique experience. Prepare to be amazed by the stunning relief and the sensation of flying over the vibrant marine landscape. This dive spot is highly sought after, particularly when the current is flowing.

Get ready to encounter a variety of pelagic species on your lucky day, including tuna, greater amberjack, and eagle rays. During the spring season, be on the lookout for anglerfish and spiders. However, what truly sets this site apart is the abundance of groupers in all shapes and sizes. Prepare to be surrounded by these magnificent creatures!

With a visibility of 21 meters and a maximum depth of 21 meters, this dive site is suitable for divers of all levels - from beginners to advanced and expert divers. Located near Pointe de la Croix in France, this exceptional site guarantees an unforgettable underwater adventure.

Embark on a memorable diving experience at this underwater marvel in France. Don't miss the opportunity to explore the diverse marine life and breathtaking underwater landscapes of this renowned dive site.

Diving Conditions Score for La Gabinière la Calanque Sombre

7.5
Good

Good diving conditions!
The score is based on a calculation of the current weather and sea conditions.

Dive Site Overview for La Gabinière la Calanque Sombre

Depth

21m

Visibility

21m

Experience Level

beginner
advanced
expert

Weather Conditions for La Gabinière la Calanque Sombre

Wave Height

0.36m

Wind Speed

7.2 m/s

Water Temp

22.1°C

Visibility

24.8km

Cloud Cover

100%

Wave Period

3.15s

Air Temperature

18.3°C

Precipitation

0 mm

Detailed 7-Day Diving Forecast for La Gabinière la Calanque Sombre
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Dive Score Chart for La Gabinière la Calanque Sombre

Best time to dive: 17:00 with score 8.16186551724138/10. Water conditions: Waves 0.26m, Wind 5.1 m/s.Best night dive time: 18:00 with score 7.959965517241381/10.

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

Sunrise at La Gabinière la Calanque Sombre: 06:00
Sunset at La Gabinière la Calanque Sombre: 18:00

Optimal diving conditions at La Gabinière la Calanque Sombre 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
17:00

Score: 8.2/10
Waves: 0.26m (2.9s), Wind: 5.1 m/s

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Best Night
18:00

Score: 8.0/10
Waves: 0.26m, Wind: 2.2 m/s

Seasonal Analysis for La Gabinière la Calanque Sombre
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Historical patterns and best seasons for diving at La Gabinière la Calanque Sombre

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 Gabinière la Calanque Sombre

Winter

Avg. Score: 7.9/10

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

Best Months for La Gabinière la Calanque Sombre

January
Score: 8.1
February
Score: 7.8
December
Score: 7.8

Ideal Conditions for La Gabinière la Calanque Sombre

Water Temp

Thermometer Emoji

25.1°C / 77.2°F

July

Visibility

Telescope Emoji

12.0m / 39.4ft

May

Wave Height

Wave Emoji

2.1m / 6.9ft

January

Wave Period

Wave Emoji

8.0s

January

Seasonal Insights for La Gabinière la Calanque Sombre

La Gabinière la Calanque Sombre shows typical northern hemisphere patterns with July being the warmest month (25.1°C) and January the coldest (8.4°C). The calmest conditions typically occur in January with average wave heights of 2.1m 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 14, 2026

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