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la merveilleuse

Welcome to the ultimate dive experience in Les Embiez. This dive is a must-visit in the area, offering a stunning underwater landscape. The site features a majestic massif, with a captivating drop-off on its north-west face. As you explore deeper, you'll discover the deepest part on the opposite side.

Prepare to encounter an array of fascinating marine life during your dive. Keep an eye out for eels and conger eels coexisting in the same rift. You may also encounter groupers, dentex, and the occasional sighting of bonitos or even sunfish.

The perimeter of this dive site is adorned with exquisite stone formations, adding to the allure of the underwater scenery. Delight in the vibrant flora teeming with gorgonians and various sponges. The diverse fauna here is a sight to behold. Alongside the local inhabitants such as groupers, conger eels, and moray eels, you'll also encounter schools of barracudas and dentex. These impressive creatures are attracted to the abundant multitudes of smaller fish, creating a captivating marine spectacle.

With a visibility of 19 meters and a maximum depth of 32 meters, this dive promises an unforgettable adventure for advanced divers. Immerse yourself in the wonders of the underwater world as you explore the depths of Les Embiez. Located near Sanary-sur-Mer, Toulon, Var, Provence-Alpes-Côte d'Azur, Metropolitan France, 83110, France, this dive site offers an unparalleled experience in the heart of France's beautiful coastal region.

Diving Conditions Score for la merveilleuse

8.4
Very Good

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

Dive Site Overview for la merveilleuse

Depth

32m

Visibility

19m

Experience Level

advanced

Weather Conditions for la merveilleuse

Wave Height

0.1m

Wind Speed

7.8 m/s

Water Temp

23.6°C

Visibility

42.1km

Cloud Cover

0%

Wave Period

3.75s

Air Temperature

23.9°C

Precipitation

0 mm

Detailed 7-Day Diving Forecast for la merveilleuse
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Dive Score Chart for la merveilleuse

Best time to dive: 6:00 with score 9.170187265917603/10. Water conditions: Waves 0.1m, Wind 5.4 m/s.Best night dive time: 23:00 with score 8.807214611872148/10.

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

Sunrise at la merveilleuse : 06:00
Sunset at la merveilleuse : 18:00

Optimal diving conditions at la merveilleuse 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
6:00

Score: 9.2/10
Waves: 0.1m (4.45s), Wind: 5.4 m/s

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Best Night
23:00

Score: 8.8/10
Waves: 0.08m, Wind: 3.4 m/s

Seasonal Analysis for la merveilleuse
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Historical patterns and best seasons for diving at la merveilleuse

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 merveilleuse

Winter

Avg. Score: 8.3/10

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

Best Months for la merveilleuse

January
Score: 9.0
December
Score: 8.1
February
Score: 7.9

Ideal Conditions for la merveilleuse

Water Temp

Thermometer Emoji

26.8°C / 80.2°F

July

Visibility

Telescope Emoji

16.9m / 55.4ft

January

Wave Height

Wave Emoji

0.6m / 2.0ft

January

Wave Period

Wave Emoji

8.0s

January

Seasonal Insights for la merveilleuse

la merveilleuse shows typical northern hemisphere patterns with July being the warmest month (26.8°C) and January the coldest (5.2°C). The calmest conditions typically occur in January with average wave heights of 0.6m 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 18, 2026

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