Piton
Diving at this site unveils a stunning underwater world filled with vibrant gorgonian forests, as well as an abundance of Mediterranean marine life such as groupers and denties. The site's beauty is further enhanced by its diverse flora and fauna.
Exploring the drop-off at this site is a must. Divers can choose between exploring the left or right sides of the piton. The eastern part of the dive site features intriguing plateaus, where you can encounter groupers and other elusive species. On the western side, the drop-off gradually descends to a depth of 43 meters, adorned with breathtaking red, yellow, and white gorgonians.
With excellent visibility of 12 meters, divers can fully appreciate the captivating landscape beneath the water's surface. This dive site in France offers a fantastic opportunity to immerse yourself in an unforgettable underwater adventure.
Nearby locations include Antibes, Grasse, and the Maritime Alps in the region of Provence-Alpes-Côte d'Azur, Metropolitan France. Plan your dive excursion to this remarkable site and embark on an unforgettable journey into the depths of the sea.
Diving Conditions Score for Piton
Very good diving conditions!
The score is based on a calculation of the current weather and sea conditions.
Dive Site Overview for Piton
Depth
28m
Visibility
12m
Experience Level
Weather Conditions for Piton
Wave Height
0.16m
Wind Speed
7.9 m/s
Water Temp
25.3°C
Visibility
40.22km
Cloud Cover
100%
Wave Period
3.9s
Air Temperature
28.3°C
Precipitation
0 mm
Dive Score Chart for Piton
Best time to dive: 11:00 with score 9.29468376068376/10. Water conditions: Waves 0.14m, Wind 5.3 m/s.Best night dive time: 23:00 with score 8.99600980392157/10.
Chart showing hourly dive conditions including wave height, wind speed, water temperature, and visibility throughout the day.
Optimal diving conditions at Piton 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: 9.3/10
Waves: 0.14m (3.9s), Wind: 5.3 m/s
Score: 9.0/10
Waves: 0.08m, Wind: 2.2 m/s
Seasonal Analysis for PitonAlpha
Historical patterns and best seasons for diving at Piton
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 Piton
Winter
Winter offers the best overall diving conditions with calmer seas and better visibility, despite cooler temperatures.
Best Months for Piton
Ideal Conditions for Piton
Water Temp
27.3°C / 81.1°F
July
Visibility
18.5m / 60.7ft
January
Wave Height
0.2m / 0.7ft
January
Wave Period
8.0s
January
Seasonal Insights for Piton
Piton shows typical northern hemisphere patterns with July being the warmest month (27.3°C) and January the coldest (5.4°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.
Last updated: 2 hr. ago - Jun 22, 2026