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Passe en S #8

Located in the pristine waters of S-Pass, the penultimate buoy (#8) is an exceptional dive site suitable for divers of all experience levels. With an entry point at 4 meters, this dive offers a thrilling descent down to a maximum depth of 65 meters. As you explore the depths, you'll be greeted by an impressive white sand dune that spans the channel from end to end.

One of the highlights of this dive is the incredible abundance and diversity of marine species. Depending on your depth, you'll have the opportunity to encounter a wide variety of fascinating creatures. For instance, keep an eye out for magnificent schools of jacks gracefully swimming near the top of the dune.

With a remarkable visibility of 21 meters and a maximum depth of 18 meters, this dive promises remarkable underwater views and memorable encounters. Whether you're a beginner, advanced diver, or expert, this dive site in Mayotte, France is a must-visit destination.

Remember, Pamandzi in Mayotte, France is conveniently close to this incredible dive location. So prepare your gear and get ready to embark on an unforgettable underwater adventure at buoy #8 in S-Pass!

Diving Conditions Score for Passe en S #8

8
Very Good

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

Dive Site Overview for Passe en S #8

Depth

18m

Visibility

21m

Experience Level

beginner
advanced
expert

Weather Conditions for Passe en S #8

Wave Height

0.88m

Wind Speed

16.5 m/s

Water Temp

27.5°C

Visibility

42.08km

Cloud Cover

0%

Wave Period

5.6s

Air Temperature

26°C

Precipitation

0 mm

Detailed 7-Day Diving Forecast for Passe en S #8
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Dive Score Chart for Passe en S #8

Best time to dive: 17:00 with score 7.898833333333333/10. Water conditions: Waves 0.94m, Wind 9.1 m/s.Best night dive time: 21:00 with score 8.050847457627118/10.

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

Sunrise at Passe en S #8: 06:00
Sunset at Passe en S #8: 18:00

Optimal diving conditions at Passe en S #8 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
21:00

Score: 8.1/10
Waves: 0.84m (5.9s), Wind: 4.6 m/s

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Safest Overall
17:00

Score: 7.9/10
Waves: 0.94m (5.7s), Wind: 9.1 m/s

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Best Day
17:00

Score: 7.9/10
Waves: 0.94m, Wind: 9.1 m/s

Seasonal Analysis for Passe en S #8
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Historical patterns and best seasons for diving at Passe en S #8

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 #8

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 #8

May
Score: 9.7
June
Score: 9.6
August
Score: 9.6

Ideal Conditions for Passe en S #8

Water Temp

Thermometer Emoji

26.2°C / 79.2°F

April

Visibility

Telescope Emoji

14.6m / 47.9ft

October

Wave Height

Wave Emoji

0.9m / 3.0ft

December

Wave Period

Wave Emoji

8.0s

January

Seasonal Insights for Passe en S #8

Passe en S #8 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.

Scoring Legend:
9-10 (Excellent)
7-8 (Good)
5-6 (Average)
3-4 (Poor)
1-2 (Dangerous)

Last updated: 1 min. ago - Jun 18, 2026

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