Le Souffleur
Prepare to be amazed by the vibrant and colorful marine life that inhabits this underwater paradise. From a variety of sponges in all shapes and sizes to magnificent corals and gorgonians, the fauna and flora here are truly a sight to behold. Keep an eye out for slipper lobsters, lobsters, spider crabs, cleaner shrimps, and graceful stingrays gracefully gliding through the crystal-clear waters.
Ideal for divers of all levels, Le Souffleur offers an immersive experience ranging from 5m to 17m. This site is not only a must-visit for its natural beauty, but also a perfect opportunity to enhance your orienteering skills. Whether you're a beginner or an advanced diver, you'll find this dive site a captivating and enriching destination.
Located just 25 minutes away by boat from the nearby port, this dive site is easily accessible. Even if you don't dive, you can still enjoy the beauty of Le Souffleur by snorkeling. With a visibility of 16m and a maximum depth of 14m, this dive site in Port-Louis, France promises an unforgettable underwater adventure.
Note: Close Location - Trace du Grand Cul-de-Sac Marin, Anse-Bertrand, Pointe-à-Pitre, Guadeloupe, 97121, France.
Diving Conditions Score for Le Souffleur
Good diving conditions!
The score is based on a calculation of the current weather and sea conditions.
Dive Site Overview for Le Souffleur
Depth
14m
Visibility
16m
Experience Level
Weather Conditions for Le Souffleur
Wave Height
1.1m
Wind Speed
10 m/s
Water Temp
28.4°C
Visibility
15km
Cloud Cover
57.5%
Wave Period
5.5s
Air Temperature
20°C
Precipitation
0 mm
Dive Score Chart for Le Souffleur
Best time to dive: 6:00 with score 7.529999999999999/10. Water conditions: Waves 1.1m, Wind 10 m/s.Best night dive time: 0:00 with score 7.029999999999999/10.
Chart showing hourly dive conditions including wave height, wind speed, water temperature, and visibility throughout the day.
Optimal diving conditions at Le Souffleur 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.
Score: 7.5/10
Waves: 1.1m (8s), Wind: 10 m/s
Score: 7.0/10
Waves: 1.1m, Wind: 10 m/s
Seasonal Analysis for Le SouffleurAlpha
Historical patterns and best seasons for diving at Le Souffleur
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 Souffleur
Winter
Winter offers the best overall diving conditions with calmer seas and better visibility, despite cooler temperatures.
Best Months for Le Souffleur
Ideal Conditions for Le Souffleur
Water Temp
21.6°C / 70.9°F
June
Visibility
20.1m / 65.9ft
May
Wave Height
0.2m / 0.7ft
January
Wave Period
8.0s
January
Seasonal Insights for Le Souffleur
Le Souffleur shows typical northern hemisphere patterns with June being the warmest month (21.6°C) and December the coldest (17.6°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