Lagon de St. François
Located just a short 5-minute boat ride from our diving center, this dive site is perfect for beginners looking to discover the world of scuba diving and start their training. With a maximum depth of 5 meters, this site ensures a safe and comfortable experience as you explore the underwater wonders.
As you dive, you'll encounter a diverse underwater landscape consisting of sandy areas, sea grass, and vibrant coral reefs. This turquoise lagoon acts as a natural fish nursery, attracting a variety of marine life. Surgeonfish, damselfish, sergeant majors, pufferfish, wrasse, groupers, grunts, squirrelfish, yellowtail snapper, lobsters, spider crabs, cleaner shrimps, and conch shells are just a few of the fascinating creatures you may encounter.
The visibility at this site is an impressive 15 meters, allowing you to fully appreciate the beauty that lies beneath the surface. Whether you're a beginner or a more experienced diver, this dive site in France offers an unforgettable underwater adventure.
For those planning their visit, the dive site is conveniently located near Avenue de l'Europe in Saint-François, Pointe-à-Pitre, Guadeloupe, France. Don't miss the opportunity to explore this captivating underwater realm and create lasting memories.
As you dive, you'll encounter a diverse underwater landscape consisting of sandy areas, sea grass, and vibrant coral reefs. This turquoise lagoon acts as a natural fish nursery, attracting a variety of marine life. Surgeonfish, damselfish, sergeant majors, pufferfish, wrasse, groupers, grunts, squirrelfish, yellowtail snapper, lobsters, spider crabs, cleaner shrimps, and conch shells are just a few of the fascinating creatures you may encounter.
The visibility at this site is an impressive 15 meters, allowing you to fully appreciate the beauty that lies beneath the surface. Whether you're a beginner or a more experienced diver, this dive site in France offers an unforgettable underwater adventure.
For those planning their visit, the dive site is conveniently located near Avenue de l'Europe in Saint-François, Pointe-à-Pitre, Guadeloupe, France. Don't miss the opportunity to explore this captivating underwater realm and create lasting memories.
Diving Conditions Score for Lagon de St. François
7.6
GoodGood diving conditions!
The score is based on a calculation of the current weather and sea conditions.
Dive Site Overview for Lagon de St. François
Depth
5m
Visibility
15m
Experience Level
beginner
Weather Conditions for Lagon de St. François
Wave Height
1.78m
Wind Speed
28.6 m/s
Water Temp
28.2°C
Visibility
29.36km
Cloud Cover
16%
Wave Period
6.3s
Air Temperature
26.9°C
Precipitation
0 mm
Detailed 7-Day Diving Forecast for Lagon de St. François
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Dive Score Chart for Lagon de St. François
Best time to dive: 11:00 with score 6.6788/10. Water conditions: Waves 1.76m, Wind 25.5 m/s.Best night dive time: 0:00 with score 6.305599999999999/10.
Chart showing hourly dive conditions including wave height, wind speed, water temperature, and visibility throughout the day.
Sunrise at Lagon de St. François: 06:00
Sunset at Lagon de St. François: 18:00
Optimal diving conditions at Lagon de St. François 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.
Best Overall
11:00Score: 6.7/10
Waves: 1.76m (6.5s), Wind: 25.5 m/s
Safest Overall
9:00Score: 6.7/10
Waves: 1.76m (6.5s), Wind: 25.7 m/s
Best Night
0:00Score: 6.3/10
Waves: 1.68m, Wind: 24.6 m/s
Seasonal Analysis for Lagon de St. FrançoisAlpha
Historical patterns and best seasons for diving at Lagon de St. François
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 Lagon de St. François
Winter
Avg. Score: 9.3/10
Winter offers the best overall diving conditions with calmer seas and better visibility, despite cooler temperatures.
Best Months for Lagon de St. François
January
Score: 9.4
February
Score: 9.2
December
Score: 9.2
Ideal Conditions for Lagon de St. François
Water Temp
27.2°C / 81.0°F
June
Visibility
10.6m / 34.8ft
June
Wave Height
1.8m / 5.9ft
January
Wave Period
8.0s
January
Seasonal Insights for Lagon de St. François
Lagon de St. François shows typical northern hemisphere patterns with June being the warmest month (27.2°C) and January the coldest (21.3°C). The calmest conditions typically occur in January with average wave heights of 1.8m 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 1.1mm 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 22, 2026
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