Pigeon Island
This dive site offers a diverse experience for divers of all levels, from beginners to advanced deep divers. You can explore a plateau just a few meters below the surface or venture into the 40-meter zone with steep drop-offs. The crystal-clear water provides a visibility of 17 meters, allowing you to fully appreciate the underwater world.
Located in France, this site is part of the Réserve Cousteau near the beautiful Trace du Petit Malendure in Bouillante, Basse-Terre, Guadeloupe. It is home to a wide variety of Caribbean fish species, ranging from vibrantly colored to expertly camouflaged. Keep an eye out for the magnificent hawksbill turtles that frequent this area.
Whether you're a beginner looking to explore the underwater realm for the first time or an advanced diver seeking new challenges, this dive site offers something for everyone. Discover the wonders of the underwater world at this exciting location in France.
Located in France, this site is part of the Réserve Cousteau near the beautiful Trace du Petit Malendure in Bouillante, Basse-Terre, Guadeloupe. It is home to a wide variety of Caribbean fish species, ranging from vibrantly colored to expertly camouflaged. Keep an eye out for the magnificent hawksbill turtles that frequent this area.
Whether you're a beginner looking to explore the underwater realm for the first time or an advanced diver seeking new challenges, this dive site offers something for everyone. Discover the wonders of the underwater world at this exciting location in France.
Diving Conditions Score for Pigeon Island
7.8
GoodGood diving conditions!
The score is based on a calculation of the current weather and sea conditions.
Dive Site Overview for Pigeon Island
Depth
16m
Visibility
17m
Experience Level
beginner
advanced
Weather Conditions for Pigeon Island
Wave Height
0.7m
Wind Speed
9.8 m/s
Water Temp
28.9°C
Visibility
3.98km
Cloud Cover
70%
Wave Period
5.65s
Air Temperature
25°C
Precipitation
0.1 mm
Detailed 7-Day Diving Forecast for Pigeon Island
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Dive Score Chart for Pigeon Island
Best time to dive: 11:00 with score 8.82274649859944/10. Water conditions: Waves 0.64m, Wind 3.9 m/s.Best night dive time: 23:00 with score 8.496581159420291/10.
Chart showing hourly dive conditions including wave height, wind speed, water temperature, and visibility throughout the day.
Sunrise at Pigeon Island: 06:00
Sunset at Pigeon Island: 18:00
Optimal diving conditions at Pigeon Island 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
11:00Score: 8.8/10
Waves: 0.64m (5.95s), Wind: 3.9 m/s
Best Night
23:00Score: 8.5/10
Waves: 0.6m, Wind: 3 m/s
Seasonal Analysis for Pigeon IslandAlpha
Historical patterns and best seasons for diving at Pigeon Island
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 Pigeon Island
Winter
Avg. Score: 9.6/10
Winter offers the best overall diving conditions with calmer seas and better visibility, despite cooler temperatures.
Best Months for Pigeon Island
January
Score: 9.8
February
Score: 9.6
December
Score: 9.5
Ideal Conditions for Pigeon Island
Water Temp
27.4°C / 81.3°F
June
Visibility
14.0m / 45.9ft
October
Wave Height
1.1m / 3.6ft
January
Wave Period
8.0s
January
Seasonal Insights for Pigeon Island
Pigeon Island shows typical northern hemisphere patterns with June being the warmest month (27.4°C) and January the coldest (20.9°C). The calmest conditions typically occur in January with average wave heights of 1.1m 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). June is usually the driest month with 0.5mm 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
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