Le Lieu
Located at the base of the nearby rock formation, this dive site offers an intriguing underwater experience. In winter 2019, a port turret was submerged, now resting on the ocean floor. Divers exploring this site can encounter a variety of marine life including lobsters, conger eels, pouts, coquettes, sea urchins, and sea cucumbers. With a visibility of 6m and a maximum depth of 23m, this dive site is suitable for divers of all levels, from beginners to advanced and expert divers. Situated in France, specifically in Pors ar Feunteun, Mezou Milin Avel, Lampaul-Plouarzel, Brest, Finistère, Brittany, Metropolitan France, 29810, this underwater location offers a unique opportunity for divers to discover the diverse marine ecosystem of the region.
Diving Conditions Score for Le Lieu
6.4
Above AverageDecent conditions, proceed with caution.
The score is based on a calculation of the current weather and sea conditions.
Dive Site Overview for Le Lieu
Depth
23m
Visibility
6m
Experience Level
beginner
advanced
expert
Weather Conditions for Le Lieu
Wave Height
0.7m
Wind Speed
19.8 m/s
Water Temp
18.9°C
Visibility
21.44km
Cloud Cover
81%
Wave Period
4.55s
Air Temperature
23.8°C
Precipitation
0 mm
Detailed 7-Day Diving Forecast for Le Lieu
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Dive Score Chart for Le Lieu
Best time to dive: 8:00 with score 7.52014005602241/10. Water conditions: Waves 0.58m, Wind 13.8 m/s.Best night dive time: 2:00 with score 6.968333333333334/10.
Chart showing hourly dive conditions including wave height, wind speed, water temperature, and visibility throughout the day.
Sunrise at Le Lieu: 06:00
Sunset at Le Lieu: 18:00
Optimal diving conditions at Le Lieu 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: 7.5/10
Waves: 0.58m (5.95s), Wind: 13.8 m/s
Best Night
2:00Score: 7.0/10
Waves: 0.6m, Wind: 12.1 m/s
Seasonal Analysis for Le LieuAlpha
Historical patterns and best seasons for diving at Le Lieu
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 Lieu
Winter
Avg. Score: 8.1/10
Winter offers the best overall diving conditions with calmer seas and better visibility, despite cooler temperatures.
Best Months for Le Lieu
January
Score: 8.7
December
Score: 7.9
February
Score: 7.8
Ideal Conditions for Le Lieu
Water Temp
18.4°C / 65.1°F
July
Visibility
15.6m / 51.2ft
January
Wave Height
0.8m / 2.6ft
January
Wave Period
8.0s
January
Seasonal Insights for Le Lieu
Le Lieu shows typical northern hemisphere patterns with July being the warmest month (18.4°C) and December the coldest (3.8°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). August 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 21, 2026
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