Le Tombant du Large
At this dive site in the water, you can explore depths ranging from 6 meters on the plateau to 9 meters on the drop-offs. The site offers a fascinating array of caves, faults, and rocks, providing divers with a unique underwater experience. Keep an eye out for a variety of marine life including blennies, Labres, Serrans, Doris, flat worms, nudibranchs, and more. Algae such as Acetabularia and Padina, as well as clavelinae and Spingaria, cover the entire site, adding to its natural beauty.
With a visibility of approximately 7 meters and a maximum depth of 12 meters, this dive site is suitable for divers of all levels, from beginners to advanced. Located in France, specifically near La Sarrazine, Villeneuve-lès-Maguelone, Montpellier, Hérault, Occitania, Metropolitan France, 34750, this site offers convenient access for divers in the region. Explore the wonders of this underwater paradise and discover the hidden treasures that lie beneath the surface.
With a visibility of approximately 7 meters and a maximum depth of 12 meters, this dive site is suitable for divers of all levels, from beginners to advanced. Located in France, specifically near La Sarrazine, Villeneuve-lès-Maguelone, Montpellier, Hérault, Occitania, Metropolitan France, 34750, this site offers convenient access for divers in the region. Explore the wonders of this underwater paradise and discover the hidden treasures that lie beneath the surface.
Diving Conditions Score for Le Tombant du Large
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 Tombant du Large
Depth
12m
Visibility
7m
Experience Level
beginner
advanced
Weather Conditions for Le Tombant du Large
Wave Height
0.2m
Wind Speed
6.3 m/s
Water Temp
23.5°C
Visibility
32.74km
Cloud Cover
5%
Wave Period
4.65s
Air Temperature
25°C
Precipitation
0 mm
Detailed 7-Day Diving Forecast for Le Tombant du Large
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Dive Score Chart for Le Tombant du Large
Best time to dive: 9:00 with score 9.255454545454548/10. Water conditions: Waves 0.3m, Wind 4.1 m/s.Best night dive time: 23:00 with score 8.96913043478261/10.
Chart showing hourly dive conditions including wave height, wind speed, water temperature, and visibility throughout the day.
Sunrise at Le Tombant du Large: 06:00
Sunset at Le Tombant du Large: 18:00
Optimal diving conditions at Le Tombant du Large 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
9:00Score: 9.3/10
Waves: 0.3m (4.4s), Wind: 4.1 m/s
Best Night
23:00Score: 9.0/10
Waves: 0.18m, Wind: 2.7 m/s
Seasonal Analysis for Le Tombant du LargeAlpha
Historical patterns and best seasons for diving at Le Tombant du Large
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 Tombant du Large
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 Tombant du Large
January
Score: 10.0
February
Score: 9.9
December
Score: 9.8
Ideal Conditions for Le Tombant du Large
Water Temp
24.3°C / 75.7°F
June
Visibility
20.1m / 65.9ft
October
Wave Height
0.2m / 0.7ft
January
Wave Period
8.0s
January
Seasonal Insights for Le Tombant du Large
Le Tombant du Large shows typical northern hemisphere patterns with June being the warmest month (24.3°C) and December the coldest (20.3°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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