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Moyenne Quairolles

Explore the breathtaking underwater landscape of the Quairolle rock formation at our dive site in the water. This magnificent site is divided into two sections: the small and medium-sized Quairolle, and the Grand Quairolle, which descends to a depth of approximately 40 meters. As you descend along the drop-offs, you will be mesmerized by the stunning gorgonians that adorn the walls, ranging from depths of 15 to 40 meters.

Located at the three capes, this dive site is a true emblem of the area. Prepare to encounter a variety of marine life, including groupers and barracudas, amidst the vibrant blue gorgonians. Whether you are a beginner, advanced, or expert diver, this site offers a memorable experience for divers of all levels.

With a visibility of 19 meters and a maximum depth of 25 meters, this dive site in France guarantees an immersive underwater adventure. Situated near Cap Lardier, La Croix-Valmer, Draguignan, Var, Provence-Alpes-Côte d'Azur, Metropolitan France, 83420, France, it is easily accessible for divers seeking to explore the wonders of the underwater world.

Diving Conditions Score for Moyenne Quairolles

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 Moyenne Quairolles

Depth

25m

Visibility

19m

Experience Level

beginner
advanced
expert

Weather Conditions for Moyenne Quairolles

Wave Height

0.26m

Wind Speed

14.8 m/s

Water Temp

24.4°C

Visibility

47.4km

Cloud Cover

0%

Wave Period

5.3s

Air Temperature

27.8°C

Precipitation

0 mm

Detailed 7-Day Diving Forecast for Moyenne Quairolles
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Dive Score Chart for Moyenne Quairolles

Best time to dive: 7:00 with score 8.80862385321101/10. Water conditions: Waves 0.26m, Wind 3.4 m/s.Best night dive time: 4:00 with score 8.482949852507375/10.

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

Sunrise at Moyenne Quairolles: 06:00
Sunset at Moyenne Quairolles: 18:00

Optimal diving conditions at Moyenne Quairolles 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: 8.8/10
Waves: 0.26m (5.45s), Wind: 3.4 m/s

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Best Night
4:00

Score: 8.5/10
Waves: 0.28m, Wind: 2.2 m/s

Seasonal Analysis for Moyenne Quairolles
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Historical patterns and best seasons for diving at Moyenne Quairolles

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 Moyenne Quairolles

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 Moyenne Quairolles

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

Ideal Conditions for Moyenne Quairolles

Water Temp

Thermometer Emoji

26.6°C / 79.9°F

July

Visibility

Telescope Emoji

16.3m / 53.5ft

January

Wave Height

Wave Emoji

0.7m / 2.3ft

January

Wave Period

Wave Emoji

8.0s

January

Seasonal Insights for Moyenne Quairolles

Moyenne Quairolles shows typical northern hemisphere patterns with July being the warmest month (26.6°C) and January the coldest (5.6°C). The calmest conditions typically occur in January with average wave heights of 0.7m 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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