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Le Ferrando

Discover the captivating history of a shipwreck that lies beneath the waters of Hyeres harbour. This wreck, which sank on July 26, 1893, now rests peacefully on a sandy seabed at a depth of -25 meters. As you explore this underwater site, you'll come across remnants of its cargo - "coke" - in the form of small, lightweight black pebbles.

Dive enthusiasts will be thrilled to encounter a variety of marine life at this site. Keep an eye out for majestic Conger eels and elusive moray eels that often hide beneath the tiles of the wreck. Take your time to meticulously search through the nooks and crannies, capturing unforgettable moments along the way.

With a visibility of 22 meters and a maximum depth of 22 meters, this dive site offers an optimal underwater experience. However, it is important to note that diving at this site is recommended for advanced and expert divers who possess the necessary skills and experience.

Located in France, specifically in Metropolitan France, this dive spot is easily accessible to those seeking thrills and adventure in the waters of Hyeres harbour. Don't miss out on the opportunity to explore this historical underwater treasure.

Diving Conditions Score for Le Ferrando

8.3
Very Good

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

Dive Site Overview for Le Ferrando

Depth

22m

Visibility

22m

Experience Level

advanced
expert

Weather Conditions for Le Ferrando

Wave Height

0.24m

Wind Speed

17.6 m/s

Water Temp

25.7°C

Visibility

37.92km

Cloud Cover

0%

Wave Period

2.7s

Air Temperature

28.9°C

Precipitation

0 mm

Detailed 7-Day Diving Forecast for Le Ferrando
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Dive Score Chart for Le Ferrando

Best time to dive: 7:00 with score 9.179247311827957/10. Water conditions: Waves 0.16m, Wind 3.1 m/s.Best night dive time: 5:00 with score 7.943224043715847/10.

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

Sunrise at Le Ferrando: 06:00
Sunset at Le Ferrando: 18:00

Optimal diving conditions at Le Ferrando 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
7:00

Score: 9.2/10
Waves: 0.16m (3.1s), Wind: 3.1 m/s

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Best Night
5:00

Score: 7.9/10
Waves: 0.18m, Wind: 9.7 m/s

Seasonal Analysis for Le Ferrando
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Historical patterns and best seasons for diving at Le Ferrando

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 Ferrando

Winter

Avg. Score: 8.4/10

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

Best Months for Le Ferrando

January
Score: 8.8
December
Score: 8.3
February
Score: 8.0

Ideal Conditions for Le Ferrando

Water Temp

Thermometer Emoji

27.2°C / 81.0°F

July

Visibility

Telescope Emoji

16.0m / 52.5ft

January

Wave Height

Wave Emoji

0.8m / 2.6ft

January

Wave Period

Wave Emoji

8.0s

January

Seasonal Insights for Le Ferrando

Le Ferrando shows typical northern hemisphere patterns with July being the warmest month (27.2°C) and January the coldest (4.4°C). The calmest conditions typically occur in January with average wave heights of 0.8m 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 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.

Scoring Legend:
9-10 (Excellent)
7-8 (Good)
5-6 (Average)
3-4 (Poor)
1-2 (Dangerous)

Last updated: 1 min. ago - Jun 27, 2026

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