La Gabinière la Calanque Sombre
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
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
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
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.
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.
Score: 8.2/10
Waves: 0.26m (2.9s), Wind: 5.1 m/s
Score: 8.0/10
Waves: 0.26m, Wind: 2.2 m/s
Seasonal Analysis for La Gabinière la Calanque SombreAlpha
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
Winter offers the best overall diving conditions with calmer seas and better visibility, despite cooler temperatures.
Best Months for La Gabinière la Calanque Sombre
Ideal Conditions for La Gabinière la Calanque Sombre
Water Temp
25.1°C / 77.2°F
July
Visibility
12.0m / 39.4ft
May
Wave Height
2.1m / 6.9ft
January
Wave Period
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.
Last updated: 1 min. ago - Jun 14, 2026