La Moulade
Divers exploring this site can expect to encounter a rich variety of marine life. Schools of castagnoles, oblades, saupes, and sars are a common sight, their vibrant colors adding to the visual spectacle. Additionally, fortunate divers may even come across dentex or barracuda on the prowl, adding an extra element of excitement to their underwater adventure.
With a maximum depth of 13m and visibility reaching up to 7m, this dive site is well-suited for divers of all levels. Whether you're a beginner or an advanced diver, you can immerse yourself in the captivating beauty of this underwater world.
The close proximity of this dive site to attractions such as Sentier Extreme Part 3, La Ville, Château de la Rocasse, Collioure, and Céret makes it a convenient choice for divers looking to explore the region. Located in Pyrénées-Orientales, Occitania, Metropolitan France, this site is easily accessible to divers from all around.
Underwater, divers will also have the opportunity to witness the fascinating ecosystem of the coralligenous. Here, an array of marine creatures can be observed, including galatheids, slipper lobsters, moray eels, and conger eels. This adds to the allure of the site and offers a unique glimpse into the underwater world.
Embark on an unforgettable diving experience at this site, where the combination of breathtaking topography, diverse marine life, and convenient location will leave you awe-inspired. Explore the depths and discover the hidden wonders of this captivating underwater realm.
Diving Conditions Score for La Moulade
Good diving conditions!
The score is based on a calculation of the current weather and sea conditions.
Dive Site Overview for La Moulade
Depth
13m
Visibility
7m
Experience Level
Weather Conditions for La Moulade
Wave Height
0.34m
Wind Speed
24 m/s
Water Temp
21.1°C
Visibility
40.22km
Cloud Cover
0%
Wave Period
2.45s
Air Temperature
27.3°C
Precipitation
0 mm
Dive Score Chart for La Moulade
Best time to dive: 7:00 with score 8.364469811320756/10. Water conditions: Waves 0.18m, Wind 5.8 m/s.Best night dive time: 0:00 with score 7.726732026143791/10.
Chart showing hourly dive conditions including wave height, wind speed, water temperature, and visibility throughout the day.
Optimal diving conditions at La Moulade 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: 8.4/10
Waves: 0.18m (2.65s), Wind: 5.8 m/s
Score: 7.7/10
Waves: 0.32m, Wind: 5.7 m/s
Seasonal Analysis for La MouladeAlpha
Historical patterns and best seasons for diving at La Moulade
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 Moulade
Winter
Winter offers the best overall diving conditions with calmer seas and better visibility, despite cooler temperatures.
Best Months for La Moulade
Ideal Conditions for La Moulade
Water Temp
27.2°C / 81.0°F
July
Visibility
17.9m / 58.7ft
December
Wave Height
0.5m / 1.6ft
December
Wave Period
8.0s
January
Seasonal Insights for La Moulade
La Moulade shows typical northern hemisphere patterns with July being the warmest month (27.2°C) and January the coldest (4.7°C). The calmest conditions typically occur in December with average wave heights of 0.5m 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 18, 2026