Le Cerniette
Le Cerniette derives its name from the abundant presence of groupers that can be found in this specific area of sea. As one of the most popular dives within the Giannutri Marine Protected Area in Italy, this site offers a gently sloping seabed that ranges from 10 to 25 meters, ultimately dropping down to 50 meters at the edge.
Divers of all levels - from beginners to advanced - will be delighted by the diverse marine life that inhabits this site. Alongside groupers of various sizes, divers can come across dentex, schools of salema, and bream nestled among the boulders resting on the rich seabed covered in poseidonia. There's even a chance of spotting barracudas if luck is on your side.
With an impressive visibility of 22 meters and a maximum depth of 29 meters, Le Cerniette guarantees an unforgettable diving experience. Don't miss out on the opportunity to explore this remarkable dive site, situated near the cargo wreck "Anna Bianca" in the Ischiaiola area of Giannutri, Isola del Giglio, Grosseto, Tuscany, Italy.
Divers of all levels - from beginners to advanced - will be delighted by the diverse marine life that inhabits this site. Alongside groupers of various sizes, divers can come across dentex, schools of salema, and bream nestled among the boulders resting on the rich seabed covered in poseidonia. There's even a chance of spotting barracudas if luck is on your side.
With an impressive visibility of 22 meters and a maximum depth of 29 meters, Le Cerniette guarantees an unforgettable diving experience. Don't miss out on the opportunity to explore this remarkable dive site, situated near the cargo wreck "Anna Bianca" in the Ischiaiola area of Giannutri, Isola del Giglio, Grosseto, Tuscany, Italy.
Diving Conditions Score for Le Cerniette
8.8
Very GoodVery good diving conditions!
The score is based on a calculation of the current weather and sea conditions.
Dive Site Overview for Le Cerniette
Depth
29m
Visibility
22m
Experience Level
beginner
advanced
Weather Conditions for Le Cerniette
Wave Height
0.34m
Wind Speed
3.1 m/s
Water Temp
24.3°C
Visibility
29.12km
Cloud Cover
0%
Wave Period
2.85s
Air Temperature
26.7°C
Precipitation
0 mm
Detailed 7-Day Diving Forecast for Le Cerniette
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Dive Score Chart for Le Cerniette
Best time to dive: 7:00 with score 9.035766666666667/10. Water conditions: Waves 0.22m, Wind 5.7 m/s.Best night dive time: 20:00 with score 8.545057471264368/10.
Chart showing hourly dive conditions including wave height, wind speed, water temperature, and visibility throughout the day.
Sunrise at Le Cerniette: 06:00
Sunset at Le Cerniette: 18:00
Optimal diving conditions at Le Cerniette 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
7:00Score: 9.0/10
Waves: 0.22m (2.75s), Wind: 5.7 m/s
Best Night
20:00Score: 8.5/10
Waves: 0.34m, Wind: 2.5 m/s
Seasonal Analysis for Le CernietteAlpha
Historical patterns and best seasons for diving at Le Cerniette
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 Le Cerniette
Winter
Avg. Score: 9.9/10
Winter offers the best overall diving conditions with calmer seas and better visibility, despite cooler temperatures.
Best Months for Le Cerniette
January
Score: 10.0
February
Score: 9.9
December
Score: 9.8
Ideal Conditions for Le Cerniette
Water Temp
24.2°C / 75.6°F
June
Visibility
20.1m / 65.9ft
October
Wave Height
0.2m / 0.7ft
January
Wave Period
8.0s
January
Seasonal Insights for Le Cerniette
Le Cerniette shows typical northern hemisphere patterns with June being the warmest month (24.2°C) and December the coldest (20.2°C). The calmest conditions typically occur in January with average wave heights of 0.2m 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 22, 2026
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