Le Sturn
Located at the exit of Aber Ildut in France, this dive site is perfect for Baptisms and beginning N1 training. With a maximum depth of 8m and visibility of 10m, divers of all levels, from beginners to advanced, can enjoy exploring this rocky massif. The site is adorned with beautiful kelp and Hymanthales, creating a picturesque underwater landscape. As you navigate through the rocky terrain and dive under the seaweed, you'll encounter a variety of marine life including lobsters, crustaceans, Spirographes, sea cucumbers, and more. The stunning contrast of the white sandy bottom against the vibrant marine ecosystem adds to the allure of this dive site. Discover the underwater wonders of this location at Rue de Pors Ar Marc'h, Pors Ar Marc'h, Lampaul-Plouarzel, Brest, Finistère, Brittany, Metropolitan France, 29810, France.
Diving Conditions Score for Le Sturn
7.7
GoodGood diving conditions!
The score is based on a calculation of the current weather and sea conditions.
Dive Site Overview for Le Sturn
Depth
8m
Visibility
10m
Experience Level
beginner
advanced
Weather Conditions for Le Sturn
Wave Height
0.38m
Wind Speed
10.5 m/s
Water Temp
21°C
Visibility
36.14km
Cloud Cover
19%
Wave Period
7.4s
Air Temperature
26.3°C
Precipitation
0 mm
Detailed 7-Day Diving Forecast for Le Sturn
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Dive Score Chart for Le Sturn
Best time to dive: 8:00 with score 8.930136529680365/10. Water conditions: Waves 0.4m, Wind 2.3 m/s.Best night dive time: 2:00 with score 7.897805022831051/10.
Chart showing hourly dive conditions including wave height, wind speed, water temperature, and visibility throughout the day.
Sunrise at Le Sturn: 06:00
Sunset at Le Sturn: 18:00
Optimal diving conditions at Le Sturn 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: 8.9/10
Waves: 0.4m (7.3s), Wind: 2.3 m/s
Best Night
2:00Score: 7.9/10
Waves: 0.42m, Wind: 8.7 m/s
Seasonal Analysis for Le SturnAlpha
Historical patterns and best seasons for diving at Le Sturn
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 Sturn
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 Sturn
January
Score: 8.7
December
Score: 7.9
February
Score: 7.8
Ideal Conditions for Le Sturn
Water Temp
18.0°C / 64.4°F
July
Visibility
15.6m / 51.2ft
January
Wave Height
0.8m / 2.6ft
January
Wave Period
8.0s
January
Seasonal Insights for Le Sturn
Le Sturn shows typical northern hemisphere patterns with July being the warmest month (18.0°C) and December the coldest (3.4°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). 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 - Jul 7, 2026
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