Pierre à Duval
As you explore further, be enchanted by the presence of vibrant blue gorgonians, adding a touch of brilliance to the marine landscape. Don't miss the opportunity to spot the fascinating cleaning shrimps, diligently going about their tasks.
With excellent visibility reaching up to 30 meters and a maximum depth of 34 meters, this dive site is best suited for advanced and expert divers. Situated near the picturesque town of Sanary-sur-Mer, in the province of Toulon, Var, this location offers an accessible gateway to the captivating underwater world of Provence-Alpes-Côte d'Azur in Metropolitan France.
Embark on an unforgettable underwater journey and immerse yourself in the awe-inspiring beauty of this dive site. Don't forget to cast your gaze into the open water, where the elusive sunfish may grace you with its presence. Experience the wonders that await you at this remarkable dive spot off the coast of France.
Diving Conditions Score for Pierre à Duval
Very good diving conditions!
The score is based on a calculation of the current weather and sea conditions.
Dive Site Overview for Pierre à Duval
Depth
34m
Visibility
30m
Experience Level
Weather Conditions for Pierre à Duval
Wave Height
0.26m
Wind Speed
10.5 m/s
Water Temp
24.3°C
Visibility
48.76km
Cloud Cover
0%
Wave Period
5.35s
Air Temperature
25.1°C
Precipitation
0 mm
Dive Score Chart for Pierre à Duval
Best time to dive: 6:00 with score 9.622109523809524/10. Water conditions: Waves 0.26m, Wind 1.1 m/s.Best night dive time: 0:00 with score 9.204786324786328/10.
Chart showing hourly dive conditions including wave height, wind speed, water temperature, and visibility throughout the day.
Optimal diving conditions at Pierre à Duval 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.
Score: 9.6/10
Waves: 0.26m (5.6s), Wind: 1.1 m/s
Score: 9.2/10
Waves: 0.3m, Wind: 0 m/s
Seasonal Analysis for Pierre à DuvalAlpha
Historical patterns and best seasons for diving at Pierre à Duval
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 Pierre à Duval
Winter
Winter offers the best overall diving conditions with calmer seas and better visibility, despite cooler temperatures.
Best Months for Pierre à Duval
Ideal Conditions for Pierre à Duval
Water Temp
26.8°C / 80.2°F
July
Visibility
16.9m / 55.4ft
January
Wave Height
0.6m / 2.0ft
January
Wave Period
8.0s
January
Seasonal Insights for Pierre à Duval
Pierre à Duval shows typical northern hemisphere patterns with July being the warmest month (26.8°C) and January the coldest (5.2°C). The calmest conditions typically occur in January with average wave heights of 0.6m 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.
Last updated: 1 min. ago - Jun 20, 2026