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Petite quairolles

Discover the breathtaking underwater world of Magnificent Rock Formation, an extraordinary dive site located near the three capes in France. Dive into the mesmerizing depths of Quairolle, divided into two sections - the small and medium-sized Quairolle, and the awe-inspiring Grand Quairolle, which extends to a depth of approximately 40 meters. Prepare to be enchanted as you explore the drop-offs adorned with stunning gorgonian corals, ranging from 15 to 40 meters.

This emblematic site, situated amidst the picturesque beauty of Cap Lardier, La Croix-Valmer, Draguignan, Var, Provence-Alpes-Côte d'Azur, offers a remarkable encounter with an array of marine life. Spot magnificent groupers and barracudas gracefully swimming among the vibrant blue gorgonians, creating a captivating spectacle.

With a visibility of 22 meters and a maximum depth of 24 meters, Magnificent Rock Formation is suitable for divers of all levels, including beginners, advanced divers, and experts. Immerse yourself in this underwater wonderland and witness the wonders of the aquatic realm. Start your diving adventure at this remarkable site in France, and create unforgettable memories beneath the azure waves.

Diving Conditions Score for Petite quairolles

9.7
Excellent

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

Dive Site Overview for Petite quairolles

Depth

24m

Visibility

22m

Experience Level

beginner
advanced
expert

Weather Conditions for Petite quairolles

Wave Height

0.1m

Wind Speed

4.7 m/s

Water Temp

25.2°C

Visibility

41.32km

Cloud Cover

100%

Wave Period

4.35s

Air Temperature

26.4°C

Precipitation

0 mm

Detailed 7-Day Diving Forecast for Petite quairolles
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Dive Score Chart for Petite quairolles

Best time to dive: 17:00 with score 9.152758620689657/10. Water conditions: Waves 0.12m, Wind 6 m/s.Best night dive time: 20:00 with score 9.021818181818182/10.

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

Sunrise at Petite quairolles: 06:00
Sunset at Petite quairolles: 18:00

Optimal diving conditions at Petite quairolles 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: 9.2/10
Waves: 0.12m (4.35s), Wind: 6 m/s

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Best Night
20:00

Score: 9.0/10
Waves: 0.1m, Wind: 2.9 m/s

Seasonal Analysis for Petite quairolles
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Historical patterns and best seasons for diving at Petite quairolles

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 Petite quairolles

Winter

Avg. Score: 9.9/10

Winter offers the best overall diving conditions with calmer seas and better visibility, despite cooler temperatures.

Best Months for Petite quairolles

January
Score: 10.0
February
Score: 9.9
December
Score: 9.8

Ideal Conditions for Petite quairolles

Water Temp

Thermometer Emoji

24.3°C / 75.7°F

June

Visibility

Telescope Emoji

20.1m / 65.9ft

October

Wave Height

Wave Emoji

0.2m / 0.7ft

January

Wave Period

Wave Emoji

8.0s

January

Seasonal Insights for Petite quairolles

Petite quairolles shows typical northern hemisphere patterns with June being the warmest month (24.3°C) and December the coldest (20.3°C). The calmest conditions typically occur in January with average wave heights of 0.2m 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 22, 2026

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