Passe en S #12
The 12 dive site in Mayotte, France, offers a gentle sand slope reaching up to 25 meters and a drop-off that starts at 30 meters and descends to 55 meters. The magnificent wall is adorned with beautiful white coral, creating a stunning underwater scenery.
As you explore along the sandy slope, you'll encounter a plethora of vibrant coral fish, typical of the Mayotte region. Keep an eye out for the graceful Humpback Parrotfish and the occasional sighting of majestic grey sharks. The crystal-clear waters provide a visibility of 18 meters, allowing you to fully appreciate the marine life and surroundings.
Suitable for both beginner and advanced level divers, this dive site offers an accessible yet captivating experience. Discover the wonders of The 12 in Pamandzi, Mayotte, 97610, France, and immerse yourself in the enchanting world beneath the waves.
As you explore along the sandy slope, you'll encounter a plethora of vibrant coral fish, typical of the Mayotte region. Keep an eye out for the graceful Humpback Parrotfish and the occasional sighting of majestic grey sharks. The crystal-clear waters provide a visibility of 18 meters, allowing you to fully appreciate the marine life and surroundings.
Suitable for both beginner and advanced level divers, this dive site offers an accessible yet captivating experience. Discover the wonders of The 12 in Pamandzi, Mayotte, 97610, France, and immerse yourself in the enchanting world beneath the waves.
Diving Conditions Score for Passe en S #12
8.7
Very GoodVery good diving conditions!
The score is based on a calculation of the current weather and sea conditions.
Dive Site Overview for Passe en S #12
Depth
22m
Visibility
18m
Experience Level
beginner
advanced
Weather Conditions for Passe en S #12
Wave Height
0.86m
Wind Speed
1.1 m/s
Water Temp
26.9°C
Visibility
43.26km
Cloud Cover
0%
Wave Period
6.15s
Air Temperature
21.9°C
Precipitation
0 mm
Detailed 7-Day Diving Forecast for Passe en S #12
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Dive Score Chart for Passe en S #12
Best time to dive: 17:00 with score 8.452433333333333/10. Water conditions: Waves 1m, Wind 5.8 m/s.Best night dive time: 3:00 with score 8.654664227642275/10.
Chart showing hourly dive conditions including wave height, wind speed, water temperature, and visibility throughout the day.
Sunrise at Passe en S #12: 06:00
Sunset at Passe en S #12: 18:00
Optimal diving conditions at Passe en S #12 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.
Best Overall
3:00Score: 8.7/10
Waves: 0.84m (6.15s), Wind: 1.2 m/s
Safest Overall
17:00Score: 8.5/10
Waves: 1m (5.65s), Wind: 5.8 m/s
Best Day
17:00Score: 8.5/10
Waves: 1m, Wind: 5.8 m/s
Seasonal Analysis for Passe en S #12Alpha
Historical patterns and best seasons for diving at Passe en S #12
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 Passe en S #12
Summer
Avg. Score: 9.6/10
Summer offers the warmest water temperatures and generally favorable conditions for all levels of divers.
Best Months for Passe en S #12
May
Score: 9.7
June
Score: 9.6
August
Score: 9.6
Ideal Conditions for Passe en S #12
Water Temp
26.2°C / 79.2°F
April
Visibility
14.6m / 47.9ft
October
Wave Height
0.9m / 3.0ft
December
Wave Period
8.0s
January
Seasonal Insights for Passe en S #12
Passe en S #12 follows southern hemisphere patterns with April being the warmest month (26.2°C) and October the coldest (21.6°C). The calmest conditions typically occur in December with average wave heights of 0.9m 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). June is usually the driest month with 0.5mm 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.
Last updated: 16 min. ago - Jul 9, 2026
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