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La rené (wreck)

The La Renée shipwreck is a purposefully sunken vessel resting on the sandy seabed of the Atlantic Ocean, at a depth of 45 meters. This captivating wreck is adorned with vibrant corals and delicate anemones, creating a picturesque underwater tableau.

Diving at La Renée offers a unique opportunity to observe a diverse and thriving aquatic ecosystem. Barracudas, trevallies, eagle rays, and even sharks can be encountered, adding an element of excitement to the dive. The abundance of marine life ensures an unforgettable and awe-inspiring experience for divers of all levels.

With a visibility of 11 meters and a maximum depth of 26 meters, this dive site provides an excellent opportunity for advanced and expert divers to explore the underwater wonders of the Atlantic Ocean. Located near Falaise des Oiseaux, Les Terres Basses, Saint Martin (France), 97150, France, La Renée is easily accessible for divers in the region.

Experience the captivating beauty of this sunken shipwreck and immerse yourself in the rich marine life that calls it home. Plan your dive at La Renée and embark on an unforgettable underwater adventure in the waters of France.

Diving Conditions Score for La rené (wreck)

7.6
Good

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

Dive Site Overview for La rené (wreck)

Depth

26m

Visibility

11m

Experience Level

advanced
expert

Weather Conditions for La rené (wreck)

Wave Height

1.3m

Wind Speed

26.7 m/s

Water Temp

28°C

Visibility

35.4km

Cloud Cover

7%

Wave Period

5.45s

Air Temperature

27.5°C

Precipitation

0 mm

Detailed 7-Day Diving Forecast for La rené (wreck)
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Dive Score Chart for La rené (wreck)

Best time to dive: 16:00 with score 7.0993/10. Water conditions: Waves 1.24m, Wind 28.8 m/s.Best night dive time: 19:00 with score 6.658566666666667/10.

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

Sunrise at La rené (wreck): 06:00
Sunset at La rené (wreck): 18:00

Optimal diving conditions at La rené (wreck) 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
16:00

Score: 7.1/10
Waves: 1.24m (5.4s), Wind: 28.8 m/s

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Safest Overall
15:00

Score: 7.1/10
Waves: 1.24m (5.45s), Wind: 29.7 m/s

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Best Night
19:00

Score: 6.7/10
Waves: 1.24m, Wind: 29.9 m/s

Seasonal Analysis for La rené (wreck)
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Historical patterns and best seasons for diving at La rené (wreck)

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 rené (wreck)

Winter

Avg. Score: 9.2/10

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

Best Months for La rené (wreck)

January
Score: 9.3
February
Score: 9.2
December
Score: 9.2

Ideal Conditions for La rené (wreck)

Water Temp

Thermometer Emoji

27.1°C / 80.8°F

July

Visibility

Telescope Emoji

11.7m / 38.4ft

May

Wave Height

Wave Emoji

2.7m / 8.9ft

January

Wave Period

Wave Emoji

8.0s

January

Seasonal Insights for La rené (wreck)

La rené (wreck) shows typical northern hemisphere patterns with June being the warmest month (27.2°C) and January the coldest (21.8°C). The calmest conditions typically occur in January with average wave heights of 2.7m 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 0.2mm 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 20, 2026

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