Pointe de la Croix
Located southeast of Port-Cros, Pointe de la Croix offers a similar underwater landscape as Pointe de Montrémian. It consists of a long rocky formation a few meters high, surrounded by lush posidonia meadows. However, what sets Pointe de la Croix apart is the abundance of striking white gorgons. This dive site is highly regarded as an ideal spot for observing groupers, thanks to its proximity to Gabinière.
With a visibility of 17 meters and a maximum depth of 20 meters, Pointe de la Croix caters to divers of all levels, from beginners to advanced and expert divers. Situated in France, this dive site can be easily reached from nearby locations such as Hyères, Toulon, Var, and Provence-Alpes-Côte d'Azur.
Explore the captivating underwater world of Pointe de la Croix and discover the beautiful marine life that thrives in this breathtaking dive site. Plan your diving adventure today and immerse yourself in the wonders of the sea.
With a visibility of 17 meters and a maximum depth of 20 meters, Pointe de la Croix caters to divers of all levels, from beginners to advanced and expert divers. Situated in France, this dive site can be easily reached from nearby locations such as Hyères, Toulon, Var, and Provence-Alpes-Côte d'Azur.
Explore the captivating underwater world of Pointe de la Croix and discover the beautiful marine life that thrives in this breathtaking dive site. Plan your diving adventure today and immerse yourself in the wonders of the sea.
Diving Conditions Score for Pointe de la Croix
8.6
Very GoodVery good diving conditions!
The score is based on a calculation of the current weather and sea conditions.
Dive Site Overview for Pointe de la Croix
Depth
20m
Visibility
17m
Experience Level
beginner
advanced
expert
Weather Conditions for Pointe de la Croix
Wave Height
0.12m
Wind Speed
9.3 m/s
Water Temp
23.3°C
Visibility
31.6km
Cloud Cover
0%
Wave Period
5.4s
Air Temperature
26.7°C
Precipitation
0 mm
Detailed 7-Day Diving Forecast for Pointe de la Croix
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Dive Score Chart for Pointe de la Croix
Best time to dive: 15:00 with score 9.06300093457944/10. Water conditions: Waves 0.18m, Wind 5.9 m/s.Best night dive time: 0:00 with score 8.667254901960783/10.
Chart showing hourly dive conditions including wave height, wind speed, water temperature, and visibility throughout the day.
Sunrise at Pointe de la Croix: 06:00
Sunset at Pointe de la Croix: 18:00
Optimal diving conditions at Pointe de la Croix 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
15:00Score: 9.1/10
Waves: 0.18m (5.35s), Wind: 5.9 m/s
Safest Overall
17:00Score: 9.0/10
Waves: 0.2m (5.3s), Wind: 5.1 m/s
Best Night
0:00Score: 8.7/10
Waves: 0.1m, Wind: 1.1 m/s
Seasonal Analysis for Pointe de la CroixAlpha
Historical patterns and best seasons for diving at Pointe de la Croix
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 de la Croix
Winter
Avg. Score: 7.9/10
Winter offers the best overall diving conditions with calmer seas and better visibility, despite cooler temperatures.
Best Months for Pointe de la Croix
January
Score: 8.1
February
Score: 7.8
December
Score: 7.8
Ideal Conditions for Pointe de la Croix
Water Temp
25.1°C / 77.2°F
July
Visibility
12.0m / 39.4ft
May
Wave Height
2.1m / 6.9ft
January
Wave Period
8.0s
January
Seasonal Insights for Pointe de la Croix
Pointe de la Croix shows typical northern hemisphere patterns with July being the warmest month (25.1°C) and January the coldest (8.4°C). The calmest conditions typically occur in January with average wave heights of 2.1m 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). 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 19, 2026
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