Passe en S #8B
Located at the last buoy on the south side of the channel, 8B is an impressive dive site tailored for advanced divers. With a maximum depth of 50m, the drop-off offers a breathtaking underwater experience.
During your dive, you may encounter magnificent grey sharks and blacktips as they gracefully enter the channel. Moreover, the top of the drop-off is adorned with vibrant corals in a plethora of colors, creating a visually stunning spectacle.
With a visibility of 15m and a maximum depth of 23m, this dive site in Pamandzi, Mayotte, France is suitable for divers of all levels. Whether you are a beginner, advanced, or expert diver, the unique beauty of this underwater treasure awaits you.
Experience the wonders of the deep sea and explore the mesmerizing marine life at this dive site in Pamandzi, Mayotte, 97610, France. Don't miss the opportunity to immerse yourself in the captivating underwater world found here.
During your dive, you may encounter magnificent grey sharks and blacktips as they gracefully enter the channel. Moreover, the top of the drop-off is adorned with vibrant corals in a plethora of colors, creating a visually stunning spectacle.
With a visibility of 15m and a maximum depth of 23m, this dive site in Pamandzi, Mayotte, France is suitable for divers of all levels. Whether you are a beginner, advanced, or expert diver, the unique beauty of this underwater treasure awaits you.
Experience the wonders of the deep sea and explore the mesmerizing marine life at this dive site in Pamandzi, Mayotte, 97610, France. Don't miss the opportunity to immerse yourself in the captivating underwater world found here.
Diving Conditions Score for Passe en S #8B
7.6
GoodGood diving conditions!
The score is based on a calculation of the current weather and sea conditions.
Dive Site Overview for Passe en S #8B
Depth
23m
Visibility
15m
Experience Level
beginner
advanced
expert
Weather Conditions for Passe en S #8B
Wave Height
1.3m
Wind Speed
16.6 m/s
Water Temp
27.2°C
Visibility
47.98km
Cloud Cover
3%
Wave Period
6.45s
Air Temperature
24.9°C
Precipitation
0 mm
Detailed 7-Day Diving Forecast for Passe en S #8B
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Dive Score Chart for Passe en S #8B
Best time to dive: 17:00 with score 7.405499999999999/10. Water conditions: Waves 1.12m, Wind 5.5 m/s.Best night dive time: 21:00 with score 7.266666666666667/10.
Chart showing hourly dive conditions including wave height, wind speed, water temperature, and visibility throughout the day.
Sunrise at Passe en S #8B: 06:00
Sunset at Passe en S #8B: 18:00
Optimal diving conditions at Passe en S #8B 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
17:00Score: 7.4/10
Waves: 1.12m (6.4s), Wind: 5.5 m/s
Best Night
21:00Score: 7.3/10
Waves: 1.02m, Wind: 3.4 m/s
Seasonal Analysis for Passe en S #8BAlpha
Historical patterns and best seasons for diving at Passe en S #8B
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 #8B
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 #8B
May
Score: 9.7
June
Score: 9.6
August
Score: 9.6
Ideal Conditions for Passe en S #8B
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 #8B
Passe en S #8B 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 23, 2026
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