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Les Moures

Explore a captivating dive site just 15 minutes away from the shore. This underwater paradise boasts a plateau situated at 14 meters, with a breathtaking bottom reaching 19 meters. Embark on an exhilarating adventure as you uncover the hidden wonders within the mesmerizing cavities, where magnificent lobsters and elusive conger eels reside.

Prepare to be enthralled by the vibrant marine life that awaits you. Marvel at the graceful movements of conger eels, catch glimpses of majestic lobsters, and be captivated by the enchanting presence of comatulas and nudibranchs. To fully explore the intricate crevices and recesses, a reliable flashlight is a must-have accessory.

With a visibility of 4 meters, this dive site offers a unique and immersive experience for advanced divers. Plunge into the depths with confidence, knowing that the maximum depth at this remarkable location is 28 meters. Situated in the breathtaking country of France, specifically near Villeneuve-lès-Maguelone in Montpellier, Hérault, Occitania, this dive site promises an unforgettable underwater adventure.

Prepare yourself for an extraordinary journey beneath the waves as you embark on a remarkable exploration of this extraordinary dive site.

Diving Conditions Score for Les Moures

8.2
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 Moures

Depth

28m

Visibility

4m

Experience Level

advanced

Weather Conditions for Les Moures

Wave Height

0.36m

Wind Speed

8.7 m/s

Water Temp

22.8°C

Visibility

34.18km

Cloud Cover

0%

Wave Period

5.4s

Air Temperature

25.3°C

Precipitation

0 mm

Detailed 7-Day Diving Forecast for Les Moures
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Dive Score Chart for Les Moures

Best time to dive: 9:00 with score 8.958068535825545/10. Water conditions: Waves 0.36m, Wind 5.4 m/s.Best night dive time: 20:00 with score 8.7663498349835/10.

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

Sunrise at Les Moures: 06:00
Sunset at Les Moures: 18:00

Optimal diving conditions at Les Moures 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: 9.0/10
Waves: 0.36m (5.35s), Wind: 5.4 m/s

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Best Night
20:00

Score: 8.8/10
Waves: 0.38m, Wind: 0.8 m/s

Seasonal Analysis for Les Moures
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Historical patterns and best seasons for diving at Les Moures

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 Moures

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 Moures

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

Ideal Conditions for Les Moures

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 Moures

Les Moures 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 20, 2026

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