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Les Terrasses 2

Discover the amazing artificial site located in front of the BARCARES harbor, perfect for diving enthusiasts. This site is not only ideal for diving in strong winds but also for technical training. With strategically placed rock piles and concrete nozzles, this site prevents trawling and creates a safe haven for various marine species.

During your exploration, you'll have the chance to encounter a diverse array of marine life, including octopuses, mostelles, langoustes, congors, tacauds, rascasses, and galatheas - just to name a few. With such a rich biodiversity, every dive at this site promises to be a memorable experience.

When it comes to diving conditions, expect a visibility of approximately 1m, allowing you to fully immerse yourself in this underwater wonderland. The maximum depth of the site reaches 23m, providing ample opportunities for both beginner and experienced divers to explore.

Located in France, this dive site offers a convenient location for divers in Metropolitan France. Whether you are a local diver or visiting from abroad, this site is easily accessible, allowing you to embark on a thrilling underwater adventure without much hassle.

Don't miss out on the chance to dive at this extraordinary site off the coast of France. Grab your gear, get ready, and prepare to experience the wonders of the underwater world at this incredible dive site.

Diving Conditions Score for Les Terrasses 2

7.2
Good

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

Dive Site Overview for Les Terrasses 2

Depth

23m

Visibility

1m

Experience Level

beginner

Weather Conditions for Les Terrasses 2

Wave Height

0.4m

Wind Speed

9.6 m/s

Water Temp

21.4°C

Visibility

34.48km

Cloud Cover

0%

Wave Period

4.25s

Air Temperature

22.5°C

Precipitation

0 mm

Detailed 7-Day Diving Forecast for Les Terrasses 2
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Dive Score Chart for Les Terrasses 2

Best time to dive: 7:00 with score 8.374308695652175/10. Water conditions: Waves 0.38m, Wind 6.1 m/s.Best night dive time: 4:00 with score 7.487994756554308/10.

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

Sunrise at Les Terrasses 2: 06:00
Sunset at Les Terrasses 2: 18:00

Optimal diving conditions at Les Terrasses 2 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
7:00

Score: 8.4/10
Waves: 0.38m (4.6s), Wind: 6.1 m/s

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Best Night
4:00

Score: 7.5/10
Waves: 0.46m, Wind: 18.5 m/s

Seasonal Analysis for Les Terrasses 2
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Historical patterns and best seasons for diving at Les Terrasses 2

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 Terrasses 2

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 Terrasses 2

December
Score: 8.9
January
Score: 8.2
February
Score: 7.9

Ideal Conditions for Les Terrasses 2

Water Temp

Thermometer Emoji

27.1°C / 80.8°F

July

Visibility

Telescope Emoji

18.0m / 59.1ft

December

Wave Height

Wave Emoji

0.5m / 1.6ft

December

Wave Period

Wave Emoji

8.0s

January

Seasonal Insights for Les Terrasses 2

Les Terrasses 2 shows typical northern hemisphere patterns with July being the warmest month (27.1°C) and January the coldest (3.9°C). The calmest conditions typically occur in December with average wave heights of 0.5m and wave periods of 8.0s. The most comfortable wave conditions are in December 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 December to February, 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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