Passe en S #3
Anchor your dive a little further from the edge of the plank to explore the captivating underwater world. Starting at 20 meters and extending to a depth of 55 meters, the drop-off at this site is a diver's delight. This remarkable dive site is connected to buoy 4, affectionately known as "Merou Palace."
During the breeding season, the waters here teem with an abundance of groupers. And don't be surprised if you encounter solitary sharks gracefully gliding through the pass. With a maximum depth of 19 meters and a visibility of 15 meters, this dive site is suitable for divers of all levels, from beginners to advanced and expert divers.
Located in France, specifically in the stunning Lagon sur le Bleu of Mayotte, this dive site offers a unique and unforgettable diving experience. Explore the wonders hidden beneath the surface, as you delve into the depths of this captivating underwater realm.
During the breeding season, the waters here teem with an abundance of groupers. And don't be surprised if you encounter solitary sharks gracefully gliding through the pass. With a maximum depth of 19 meters and a visibility of 15 meters, this dive site is suitable for divers of all levels, from beginners to advanced and expert divers.
Located in France, specifically in the stunning Lagon sur le Bleu of Mayotte, this dive site offers a unique and unforgettable diving experience. Explore the wonders hidden beneath the surface, as you delve into the depths of this captivating underwater realm.
Diving Conditions Score for Passe en S #3
8
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 #3
Depth
19m
Visibility
15m
Experience Level
beginner
advanced
expert
Weather Conditions for Passe en S #3
Wave Height
0.92m
Wind Speed
17.4 m/s
Water Temp
27.5°C
Visibility
37.62km
Cloud Cover
20%
Wave Period
5.45s
Air Temperature
27.6°C
Precipitation
0 mm
Detailed 7-Day Diving Forecast for Passe en S #3
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Dive Score Chart for Passe en S #3
Best time to dive: 16:00 with score 7.8501/10. Water conditions: Waves 0.94m, Wind 10.7 m/s.Best night dive time: 23:00 with score 7.990944444444445/10.
Chart showing hourly dive conditions including wave height, wind speed, water temperature, and visibility throughout the day.
Sunrise at Passe en S #3: 06:00
Sunset at Passe en S #3: 18:00
Optimal diving conditions at Passe en S #3 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
23:00Score: 8.0/10
Waves: 0.8m (6s), Wind: 5.6 m/s
Safest Overall
6:00Score: 7.8/10
Waves: 0.9m (5.5s), Wind: 16.2 m/s
Best Day
16:00Score: 7.9/10
Waves: 0.94m, Wind: 10.7 m/s
Seasonal Analysis for Passe en S #3Alpha
Historical patterns and best seasons for diving at Passe en S #3
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 #3
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 #3
May
Score: 9.7
June
Score: 9.6
August
Score: 9.6
Ideal Conditions for Passe en S #3
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 #3
Passe en S #3 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: 1 min. ago - Jun 18, 2026
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