Pointe de la Cuisse
Prepare to be enthralled by the diverse marine inhabitants that grace these waters, including dentex, barracuda, sars, lobster, moray eels, conger eels, salpas, sepias, squid, octopus, groupers, tuna, and amberjack. This immersive dive in the Bay of Villefranche has rightfully earned its reputation as one of the most magnificent dive sites in the area. Whether you are a beginner or an experienced diver, this location offers something truly exceptional.
With a visibility of 14 meters and a maximum depth of 31 meters, this dive caters to divers of varying skill levels, making it equally enticing for those embarking on their underwater adventures or seasoned enthusiasts. Located at Chemin des Douaniers, Saint-Jean-Cap-Ferrat, Nice, Maritime Alps, Provence-Alpes-Côte d'Azur, Metropolitan France, 06230, France, this enchanting dive site in France promises an extraordinary experience beneath the waves.
Diving Conditions Score for Pointe de la Cuisse
Excellent diving conditions!
The score is based on a calculation of the current weather and sea conditions.
Dive Site Overview for Pointe de la Cuisse
Depth
31m
Visibility
14m
Experience Level
Weather Conditions for Pointe de la Cuisse
Wave Height
0.12m
Wind Speed
4.3 m/s
Water Temp
25.4°C
Visibility
25.18km
Cloud Cover
0%
Wave Period
5.8s
Air Temperature
27.7°C
Precipitation
0 mm
Dive Score Chart for Pointe de la Cuisse
Best time to dive: 6:00 with score 10/10. Water conditions: Waves 0.04m, Wind 1.5 m/s.Best night dive time: 0:00 with score 9.494725274725276/10.
Chart showing hourly dive conditions including wave height, wind speed, water temperature, and visibility throughout the day.
Optimal diving conditions at Pointe de la Cuisse 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: 10.0/10
Waves: 0.04m (4.85s), Wind: 1.5 m/s
Score: 9.5/10
Waves: 0.04m, Wind: 2.2 m/s
Seasonal Analysis for Pointe de la CuisseAlpha
Historical patterns and best seasons for diving at Pointe de la Cuisse
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 Cuisse
Winter
Winter offers the best overall diving conditions with calmer seas and better visibility, despite cooler temperatures.
Best Months for Pointe de la Cuisse
Ideal Conditions for Pointe de la Cuisse
Water Temp
27.3°C / 81.1°F
July
Visibility
18.6m / 61.0ft
December
Wave Height
0.2m / 0.7ft
January
Wave Period
8.0s
January
Seasonal Insights for Pointe de la Cuisse
Pointe de la Cuisse shows typical northern hemisphere patterns with July being the warmest month (27.3°C) and January the coldest (4.2°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: 35 min. ago - Jun 19, 2026