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plate aux mérous

Located in the scenic waters of France, this dive site offers an incredible experience for advanced and expert divers. The site features a vast plateau with a network of faults, creating the perfect habitat for a diverse population of large grouper. These majestic creatures effortlessly maneuver through the crevices of the slab, providing a fascinating sight for underwater enthusiasts.

In addition to the groupers, lucky divers may also catch a glimpse of a sunfish, also known as "Mola-Mola". This unique species adds to the allure of this already captivating dive site. On the Sanary side, divers will encounter a stunning drop-off adorned with vibrant gorgonians, enhancing the visual appeal of the underwater landscape.

With a maximum depth of 35m and visibility varying, divers should be well-prepared and possess the necessary skills to fully enjoy this dive site. Its close proximity to Sanary-sur-Mer, Toulon, Var, Provence-Alpes-Côte d'Azur further adds to its accessibility, making it an ideal destination for those seeking an unforgettable diving adventure in France.

Diving Conditions Score for plate aux mérous

9.2
Excellent

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

Dive Site Overview for plate aux mérous

Depth

35m

Experience Level

advanced
expert

Weather Conditions for plate aux mérous

Wave Height

0.14m

Wind Speed

4.5 m/s

Water Temp

24.6°C

Visibility

48.78km

Cloud Cover

9%

Wave Period

4.45s

Air Temperature

25.5°C

Precipitation

0 mm

Detailed 7-Day Diving Forecast for plate aux mérous
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Dive Score Chart for plate aux mérous

Best time to dive: 7:00 with score 9.583270422535211/10. Water conditions: Waves 0.26m, Wind 2.2 m/s.Best night dive time: 4:00 with score 8.663589743589743/10.

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

Sunrise at plate aux mérous : 06:00
Sunset at plate aux mérous : 18:00

Optimal diving conditions at plate aux mérous 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
7:00

Score: 9.6/10
Waves: 0.26m (3.55s), Wind: 2.2 m/s

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Best Night
4:00

Score: 8.7/10
Waves: 0.32m, Wind: 5.8 m/s

Seasonal Analysis for plate aux mérous
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Historical patterns and best seasons for diving at plate aux mérous

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 plate aux mérous

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 plate aux mérous

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

Ideal Conditions for plate aux mérous

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 plate aux mérous

plate aux mérous 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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