Le phare de la Chiappa
The Chiappa lighthouse diving site offers an exciting combination of a white bank, seagrass bed, and rocky bottom. Situated at the base of the lighthouse, this site has a seabed ranging from 6 to 20 meters deep. Divers of all levels, from beginners to experts, will find something fascinating to explore.
With its diverse marine life, the Chiappa lighthouse site is a habitat for various species. Slipper lobsters, peacocks, and Mediterranean wrasse are just a few examples, along with schools of saupe, sars, and catfish.
Located in France, this site is near Cala Rossa, Lecci, Sartène, in South Corsica. Divers can expect good visibility of 18 meters and a maximum depth of 14 meters. Whether you are a beginner or an experienced diver, the Chiappa lighthouse diving site is a must-visit destination for an unforgettable underwater experience.
With its diverse marine life, the Chiappa lighthouse site is a habitat for various species. Slipper lobsters, peacocks, and Mediterranean wrasse are just a few examples, along with schools of saupe, sars, and catfish.
Located in France, this site is near Cala Rossa, Lecci, Sartène, in South Corsica. Divers can expect good visibility of 18 meters and a maximum depth of 14 meters. Whether you are a beginner or an experienced diver, the Chiappa lighthouse diving site is a must-visit destination for an unforgettable underwater experience.
Diving Conditions Score for Le phare de la Chiappa
9.5
ExcellentExcellent diving conditions!
The score is based on a calculation of the current weather and sea conditions.
Dive Site Overview for Le phare de la Chiappa
Depth
14m
Visibility
18m
Experience Level
beginner
advanced
expert
Weather Conditions for Le phare de la Chiappa
Wave Height
0.08m
Wind Speed
0.8 m/s
Water Temp
26.8°C
Visibility
41.3km
Cloud Cover
0%
Wave Period
2.65s
Air Temperature
28.9°C
Precipitation
0 mm
Detailed 7-Day Diving Forecast for Le phare de la Chiappa
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Dive Score Chart for Le phare de la Chiappa
Best time to dive: 6:00 with score 9.94522222222222/10. Water conditions: Waves 0.06m, Wind 1.1 m/s.Best night dive time: 19:00 with score 9.35874213836478/10.
Chart showing hourly dive conditions including wave height, wind speed, water temperature, and visibility throughout the day.
Sunrise at Le phare de la Chiappa: 06:00
Sunset at Le phare de la Chiappa: 18:00
Optimal diving conditions at Le phare de la Chiappa 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
6:00Score: 9.9/10
Waves: 0.06m (2.25s), Wind: 1.1 m/s
Best Night
19:00Score: 9.4/10
Waves: 0.08m, Wind: 0.8 m/s
Seasonal Analysis for Le phare de la ChiappaAlpha
Historical patterns and best seasons for diving at Le phare de la Chiappa
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 phare de la Chiappa
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 phare de la Chiappa
January
Score: 10.0
February
Score: 9.9
December
Score: 9.8
Ideal Conditions for Le phare de la Chiappa
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 phare de la Chiappa
Le phare de la Chiappa 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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