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Petit sec

Located at the tip of Cap Lardier, this rocky area is a delightful spot for divers. With its close proximity to the surface and a maximum depth of 18 meters, it is an ideal dive site for divers of all levels, from beginners to advanced and expert divers.

Exploring this dive site will give you the opportunity to encounter a diverse range of marine life. Keep an eye out for schools of sars, ladies, girelles, and many other fascinating fish species. The rich underwater ecosystem of this area provides a haven for the local marine fauna.

With a visibility of 19 meters, divers can expect clear and unobstructed views of the stunning underwater landscape. This dive site is situated in France, specifically in the beautiful region of Provence-Alpes-Côte d'Azur. Close by, you'll find Cap Lardier, Sentier Littoral, La Croix-Valmer, Draguignan, and Var, making it easily accessible for divers visiting the area.

Experience the wonders of the underwater world at this captivating dive site. Whether you're a novice or a seasoned diver, this location offers an unforgettable diving experience in the pristine waters of France.

Diving Conditions Score for Petit sec

8.6
Very Good

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

Dive Site Overview for Petit sec

Depth

18m

Visibility

19m

Experience Level

beginner
advanced
expert

Weather Conditions for Petit sec

Wave Height

0.1m

Wind Speed

9.3 m/s

Water Temp

23.9°C

Visibility

37.36km

Cloud Cover

0%

Wave Period

4.2s

Air Temperature

25.6°C

Precipitation

0 mm

Detailed 7-Day Diving Forecast for Petit sec
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Dive Score Chart for Petit sec

Best time to dive: 17:00 with score 9.264647887323944/10. Water conditions: Waves 0.12m, Wind 3.3 m/s.Best night dive time: 1:00 with score 8.63286384976526/10.

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

Sunrise at Petit sec: 06:00
Sunset at Petit sec: 18:00

Optimal diving conditions at Petit sec 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
17:00

Score: 9.3/10
Waves: 0.12m (3.55s), Wind: 3.3 m/s

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Best Night
1:00

Score: 8.6/10
Waves: 0.16m, Wind: 1 m/s

Seasonal Analysis for Petit sec
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Historical patterns and best seasons for diving at Petit sec

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 Petit sec

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 Petit sec

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

Ideal Conditions for Petit sec

Water Temp

Thermometer Emoji

26.3°C / 79.3°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 Petit sec

Petit sec shows typical northern hemisphere patterns with July being the warmest month (26.3°C) and January the coldest (5.2°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 18, 2026

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