le dôme
The dive site, located 45 meters from the center, offers a stunning Dome experience. One side of the Dome showcases beautiful gorgonian corals, while the other side is teeming with vibrant marine life. With a minimum depth of 23 meters, divers can explore the site while staying around 25 meters deep throughout the dive.
This popular dive site in Madagascar is frequented by a variety of fascinating marine species, including white tip reef sharks, grey reef sharks, and leopard sharks. Divers can also witness the captivating sight of large schools of surgeonfish, snapper, barracuda, and fusiliers.
Situated near Diana, Antsiranana Province, Madagascar, this dive site offers visibility of up to 14 meters and a maximum depth of 26 meters. Due to the depth and potential challenges, it is recommended for advanced and expert divers.
Embark on an unforgettable underwater adventure at this remarkable dive site in Madagascar and discover the wonders that lie beneath the surface.
This popular dive site in Madagascar is frequented by a variety of fascinating marine species, including white tip reef sharks, grey reef sharks, and leopard sharks. Divers can also witness the captivating sight of large schools of surgeonfish, snapper, barracuda, and fusiliers.
Situated near Diana, Antsiranana Province, Madagascar, this dive site offers visibility of up to 14 meters and a maximum depth of 26 meters. Due to the depth and potential challenges, it is recommended for advanced and expert divers.
Embark on an unforgettable underwater adventure at this remarkable dive site in Madagascar and discover the wonders that lie beneath the surface.
Diving Conditions Score for le dôme
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 dôme
Depth
26m
Visibility
14m
Experience Level
advanced
expert
Weather Conditions for le dôme
Wave Height
0.3m
Wind Speed
16.9 m/s
Water Temp
27.9°C
Visibility
41.3km
Cloud Cover
5%
Wave Period
7.3s
Air Temperature
25.5°C
Precipitation
0 mm
Detailed 7-Day Diving Forecast for le dôme
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Dive Score Chart for le dôme
Best time to dive: 8:00 with score 9.150617283950618/10. Water conditions: Waves 0.32m, Wind 4 m/s.Best night dive time: 0:00 with score 8.717880952380952/10.
Chart showing hourly dive conditions including wave height, wind speed, water temperature, and visibility throughout the day.
Sunrise at le dôme : 06:00
Sunset at le dôme : 18:00
Optimal diving conditions at le dôme 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
8:00Score: 9.2/10
Waves: 0.32m (6.75s), Wind: 4 m/s
Best Night
0:00Score: 8.7/10
Waves: 0.34m, Wind: 6.1 m/s
Seasonal Analysis for le dôme Alpha
Historical patterns and best seasons for diving at le dôme
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 dôme
Summer
Avg. Score: 9.5/10
Summer offers the warmest water temperatures and generally favorable conditions for all levels of divers.
Best Months for le dôme
June
Score: 9.6
May
Score: 9.5
July
Score: 9.5
Ideal Conditions for le dôme
Water Temp
26.6°C / 79.9°F
April
Visibility
11.7m / 38.4ft
July
Wave Height
1.8m / 5.9ft
December
Wave Period
8.0s
January
Seasonal Insights for le dôme
le dôme follows southern hemisphere patterns with April being the warmest month (26.6°C) and October the coldest (21.7°C). The calmest conditions typically occur in December with average wave heights of 1.8m 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). July is usually the driest month with 0.3mm 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 29, 2026
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