Le Sec des Belges
In 1972, a marine science research station called Stareso was established by the University of Liège at Cap de la Revellata. This prime location offers scientists the opportunity to conduct research "with their feet in the water" thanks to the exceptionally pure waters of Corsica.
Divers visiting this site will be treated to a captivating underwater landscape. The area showcases a collection of submerged pitons and rocky drifts that gradually descend from the surface to a depth of 20-30 meters. The most thrilling section awaits between 0 and 12 meters.
For those planning a dive here, it's recommended to leave your jewelry behind as barracudas are a common sight. Additionally, keep an eye out for octopuses that like to take refuge in crevices approximately 2-3 meters below the surface.
With a visibility of 19 meters and a maximum depth of 17 meters, this dive site is suitable for divers of all levels, from beginners to advanced. Located near Phare de La Revellata, D 81b, Calvi, Haute-Corse, Corsica, Metropolitan France, 20260, France, this underwater paradise is easily accessible to visitors.
Experience the beauty and underwater wonders of this dive site in the water, just off the coast of France's Corsican shores.
Divers visiting this site will be treated to a captivating underwater landscape. The area showcases a collection of submerged pitons and rocky drifts that gradually descend from the surface to a depth of 20-30 meters. The most thrilling section awaits between 0 and 12 meters.
For those planning a dive here, it's recommended to leave your jewelry behind as barracudas are a common sight. Additionally, keep an eye out for octopuses that like to take refuge in crevices approximately 2-3 meters below the surface.
With a visibility of 19 meters and a maximum depth of 17 meters, this dive site is suitable for divers of all levels, from beginners to advanced. Located near Phare de La Revellata, D 81b, Calvi, Haute-Corse, Corsica, Metropolitan France, 20260, France, this underwater paradise is easily accessible to visitors.
Experience the beauty and underwater wonders of this dive site in the water, just off the coast of France's Corsican shores.
Diving Conditions Score for Le Sec des Belges
8.9
Very GoodVery good diving conditions!
The score is based on a calculation of the current weather and sea conditions.
Dive Site Overview for Le Sec des Belges
Depth
17m
Visibility
19m
Experience Level
beginner
advanced
Weather Conditions for Le Sec des Belges
Wave Height
0.16m
Wind Speed
6.2 m/s
Water Temp
25°C
Visibility
41.34km
Cloud Cover
0%
Wave Period
2.65s
Air Temperature
23.4°C
Precipitation
0 mm
Detailed 7-Day Diving Forecast for Le Sec des Belges
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Dive Score Chart for Le Sec des Belges
Best time to dive: 7:00 with score 9.553612056737588/10. Water conditions: Waves 0.1m, Wind 2.2 m/s.Best night dive time: 23:00 with score 8.72932988505747/10.
Chart showing hourly dive conditions including wave height, wind speed, water temperature, and visibility throughout the day.
Sunrise at Le Sec des Belges: 06:00
Sunset at Le Sec des Belges: 18:00
Optimal diving conditions at Le Sec des Belges 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: 9.6/10
Waves: 0.1m (2.35s), Wind: 2.2 m/s
Safest Overall
6:00Score: 9.5/10
Waves: 0.1m (2.5s), Wind: 1.3 m/s
Best Night
23:00Score: 8.7/10
Waves: 0.2m, Wind: 3.3 m/s
Seasonal Analysis for Le Sec des BelgesAlpha
Historical patterns and best seasons for diving at Le Sec des Belges
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 Sec des Belges
Winter
Avg. Score: 8.2/10
Winter offers the best overall diving conditions with calmer seas and better visibility, despite cooler temperatures.
Best Months for Le Sec des Belges
January
Score: 8.4
December
Score: 8.2
February
Score: 8.1
Ideal Conditions for Le Sec des Belges
Water Temp
26.3°C / 79.3°F
June
Visibility
16.1m / 52.8ft
October
Wave Height
1.0m / 3.3ft
March
Wave Period
8.0s
January
Seasonal Insights for Le Sec des Belges
Le Sec des Belges shows typical northern hemisphere patterns with July being the warmest month (27.7°C) and January the coldest (6.7°C). The calmest conditions typically occur in March with average wave heights of 1.0m and wave periods of 8.0s. The most comfortable wave conditions are in March 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 March to May, 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 23, 2026
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