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Pointe Carangue

Carangue Point, situated between two captivating dive sites, can be easily accessed from either the Swimming Pool or the Coral Garden sites. With an average depth ranging from 10 to 30 meters, divers can enjoy an immersive experience in the underwater realm. It's important to note that moderate to strong currents are common in this area. In the event of a strong current, it is recommended for divers to position themselves close to the seabed, allowing them to observe the mesmerizing spectacle of the big-eyed jackfish broom.

This dive site is truly a feast for the eyes, boasting an abundance of marine life. During periods of current, divers are treated to the sight of majestic thazards, barracudas, and hawksbill turtles gracefully surfacing to take a breath amidst the vast shoals of fish. It truly is a mesmerizing experience.

With a visibility of 23 meters and a maximum depth of 25 meters, Carangue Point provides a suitable diving environment for both beginner and advanced divers. Its location in Réserve Cousteau, Trace du Petit Malendure, Malendure, Bouillante, Basse-Terre, Guadeloupe, 97125, France, offers easy access and a beautiful backdrop for an unforgettable diving adventure. So gear up and get ready to explore the wonders that Carangue Point has to offer.

Diving Conditions Score for Pointe Carangue

6.6
Above Average

Decent conditions, proceed with caution.
The score is based on a calculation of the current weather and sea conditions.

Dive Site Overview for Pointe Carangue

Depth

25m

Visibility

23m

Experience Level

beginner
advanced

Weather Conditions for Pointe Carangue

Wave Height

0.86m

Wind Speed

9.1 m/s

Water Temp

29.5°C

Visibility

18.2km

Cloud Cover

43%

Wave Period

5.8s

Air Temperature

31.6°C

Precipitation

0 mm

Detailed 7-Day Diving Forecast for Pointe Carangue
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Dive Score Chart for Pointe Carangue

Best time to dive: 8:00 with score 8.146478171091445/10. Water conditions: Waves 0.76m, Wind 1.7 m/s.Best night dive time: 5:00 with score 7.408680952380952/10.

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

Sunrise at Pointe Carangue: 06:00
Sunset at Pointe Carangue: 18:00

Optimal diving conditions at Pointe Carangue 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
8:00

Score: 8.1/10
Waves: 0.76m (5.65s), Wind: 1.7 m/s

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Best Night
5:00

Score: 7.4/10
Waves: 0.74m, Wind: 4.4 m/s

Seasonal Analysis for Pointe Carangue
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Historical patterns and best seasons for diving at Pointe Carangue

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 Pointe Carangue

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 Pointe Carangue

January
Score: 9.8
February
Score: 9.6
December
Score: 9.5

Ideal Conditions for Pointe Carangue

Water Temp

Thermometer Emoji

26.6°C / 79.9°F

May

Visibility

Telescope Emoji

14.0m / 45.9ft

October

Wave Height

Wave Emoji

1.1m / 3.6ft

January

Wave Period

Wave Emoji

8.0s

January

Seasonal Insights for Pointe Carangue

Pointe Carangue shows typical northern hemisphere patterns with June being the warmest month (27.4°C) and January the coldest (21.0°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.

Scoring Legend:
9-10 (Excellent)
7-8 (Good)
5-6 (Average)
3-4 (Poor)
1-2 (Dangerous)

Last updated: 1 min. ago - Jul 10, 2026

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