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Le Village

Cap Dramont, located in the stunning Esterel mountains of France, is a must-visit destination for divers. This ochre-colored rocky cape offers a plethora of dive sites, one of which is "Le Village." Dive enthusiasts will be captivated by the remains of a village, originally intended as a set for an underwater film in the 1960s that never came to fruition. With a maximum depth of 25m and excellent visibility of 25m, this dive site promises an unforgettable experience.

While exploring "Le Village," divers can immerse themselves in a world of wonders. Discover the fascinating faults adorned with groupers, an arch teeming with vibrant marine life, and a sand tongue where various marine creatures find their home. Whether you are a beginner or an experienced diver, Cap Dramont has something extraordinary to offer.

Situated close to Quai des Pêcheurs in Saint-Raphaël, Draguignan, Var, Provence-Alpes-Côte d'Azur, Metropolitan France, 83530, this dive site is easily accessible. Immerse yourself in the beauty of Cap Dramont and create unforgettable memories beneath the waves.

Diving Conditions Score for Le Village

9.4
Excellent

Excellent diving conditions!
The score is based on a calculation of the current weather and sea conditions.

Dive Site Overview for Le Village

Depth

22m

Visibility

25m

Experience Level

beginner

Weather Conditions for Le Village

Wave Height

0.2m

Wind Speed

6.2 m/s

Water Temp

25.2°C

Visibility

33.84km

Cloud Cover

0%

Wave Period

4.05s

Air Temperature

26.8°C

Precipitation

0 mm

Detailed 7-Day Diving Forecast for Le Village
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Dive Score Chart for Le Village

Best time to dive: 17:00 with score 9.616031746031748/10. Water conditions: Waves 0.16m, Wind 2.2 m/s.Best night dive time: 18:00 with score 9.2039837398374/10.

Chart showing hourly dive conditions including wave height, wind speed, water temperature, and visibility throughout the day.

Sunrise at Le Village: 06:00
Sunset at Le Village: 18:00

Optimal diving conditions at Le Village 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.

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Best Overall
17:00

Score: 9.6/10
Waves: 0.16m (4.2s), Wind: 2.2 m/s

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Best Night
18:00

Score: 9.2/10
Waves: 0.18m, Wind: 1.6 m/s

Seasonal Analysis for Le Village
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Historical patterns and best seasons for diving at Le Village

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 Village

Winter

Avg. Score: 8.6/10

Winter offers the best overall diving conditions with calmer seas and better visibility, despite cooler temperatures.

Best Months for Le Village

January
Score: 9.1
February
Score: 8.3
December
Score: 8.3

Ideal Conditions for Le Village

Water Temp

Thermometer Emoji

26.6°C / 79.9°F

July

Visibility

Telescope Emoji

17.2m / 56.4ft

January

Wave Height

Wave Emoji

0.5m / 1.6ft

January

Wave Period

Wave Emoji

8.0s

January

Seasonal Insights for Le Village

Le Village shows typical northern hemisphere patterns with July being the warmest month (26.6°C) and January the coldest (4.6°C). The calmest conditions typically occur in January with average wave heights of 0.5m 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.

Scoring Legend:
9-10 (Excellent)
7-8 (Good)
5-6 (Average)
3-4 (Poor)
1-2 (Dangerous)

Last updated: 1 min. ago - Jun 21, 2026

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