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Les 3 Arches

Located along the picturesque coastline between Palavas and Carnon in France, this captivating rocky bank stretches for approximately 300 meters. Exploring this dive site in the water is a delight for both beginner divers and avid photographers alike. During the summer months, the water temperature can reach a pleasant 26° Celsius, providing a tantalizing experience of diving in warm waters.

The plateau of this dive site is adorned with a vibrant array of marine life, including anemones that create a beautiful backdrop for underwater exploration. Macro photographers will revel in searching for small spider crabs nestled within the anemones. Divers may also have the opportunity to encounter fascinating creatures such as conger eels, octopus, and cuttlefish.

As you navigate through the water, keep an eye out for gobies and blennies, which are known to gracefully pose for photographers. Rays, Mediterranean triggerfish, sea urchins, and the captivating eyes of saint lucie can also be observed here. With a maximum depth of 8 meters and visibility extending to approximately 6 meters, this dive site is accessible for divers of all levels, from beginners to advanced and expert divers.

Whether you're seeking your first underwater adventure or looking to further hone your diving skills, this remarkable dive site offers something to suit every diver's preference. Plan your visit and immerse yourself in the wonders of this underwater world near the address 270 Avenue de Saint-Maurice, Les Cabanes de Carnon, Palavas-les-Flots, Montpellier, Hérault, Occitania, Metropolitan France, 34250, France.

Diving Conditions Score for Les 3 Arches

8.3
Very Good

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

Dive Site Overview for Les 3 Arches

Depth

8m

Visibility

6m

Experience Level

beginner
advanced
expert

Weather Conditions for Les 3 Arches

Wave Height

0.22m

Wind Speed

12.5 m/s

Water Temp

24.1°C

Visibility

35.52km

Cloud Cover

3%

Wave Period

4.55s

Air Temperature

26.6°C

Precipitation

0 mm

Detailed 7-Day Diving Forecast for Les 3 Arches
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Dive Score Chart for Les 3 Arches

Best time to dive: 9:00 with score 9.118787878787879/10. Water conditions: Waves 0.3m, Wind 4 m/s.Best night dive time: 23:00 with score 9.089597069597069/10.

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

Sunrise at Les 3 Arches: 06:00
Sunset at Les 3 Arches: 18:00

Optimal diving conditions at Les 3 Arches 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
9:00

Score: 9.1/10
Waves: 0.3m (4.4s), Wind: 4 m/s

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Safest Overall
8:00

Score: 9.1/10
Waves: 0.32m (4.4s), Wind: 3.9 m/s

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Best Night
23:00

Score: 9.1/10
Waves: 0.18m, Wind: 0 m/s

Seasonal Analysis for Les 3 Arches
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Historical patterns and best seasons for diving at Les 3 Arches

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 Les 3 Arches

Winter

Avg. Score: 8.3/10

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

Best Months for Les 3 Arches

January
Score: 8.5
December
Score: 8.3
February
Score: 8.0

Ideal Conditions for Les 3 Arches

Water Temp

Thermometer Emoji

26.9°C / 80.4°F

July

Visibility

Telescope Emoji

14.9m / 48.9ft

December

Wave Height

Wave Emoji

1.1m / 3.6ft

January

Wave Period

Wave Emoji

8.0s

January

Seasonal Insights for Les 3 Arches

Les 3 Arches shows typical northern hemisphere patterns with July being the warmest month (26.9°C) and January the coldest (2.6°C). The calmest conditions typically occur in January with average wave heights of 1.1m 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 22, 2026

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