Pointe Escampobariou
The renowned chimney, starting at a depth of -6 m and rising along the drop-off to approximately -18 m, is a distinctive characteristic of the Giens peninsula. Situated beneath one of the most challenging capes to maneuver during strong out winds, it serves as the easternmost gateway to the Toulon harbor. This site boasts a diverse marine life, abundant with octopus and conger eels. Occasionally, strong currents can be experienced, particularly after periods of mistral winds. With a visibility of 19m and a maximum depth of 22m, this dive location is suitable for both beginner and advanced divers. Located in France, in close proximity to Grotte marine d'Escampobariou n°1, Sentier du Littoral, Giens, Hyères, Toulon, Var, Provence-Alpes-Côte d'Azur, Metropolitan France, 83400, this site offers a memorable underwater experience.
Diving Conditions Score for Pointe Escampobariou
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 Escampobariou
Depth
22m
Visibility
19m
Experience Level
beginner
advanced
Weather Conditions for Pointe Escampobariou
Wave Height
0.12m
Wind Speed
8.3 m/s
Water Temp
23.1°C
Visibility
41.86km
Cloud Cover
100%
Wave Period
4.1s
Air Temperature
24.7°C
Precipitation
0 mm
Detailed 7-Day Diving Forecast for Pointe Escampobariou
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Dive Score Chart for Pointe Escampobariou
Best time to dive: 16:00 with score 9.24643192488263/10. Water conditions: Waves 0.08m, Wind 3.4 m/s.Best night dive time: 20:00 with score 9.032601960784312/10.
Chart showing hourly dive conditions including wave height, wind speed, water temperature, and visibility throughout the day.
Sunrise at Pointe Escampobariou: 06:00
Sunset at Pointe Escampobariou: 18:00
Optimal diving conditions at Pointe Escampobariou 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
16:00Score: 9.2/10
Waves: 0.08m (3.55s), Wind: 3.4 m/s
Best Night
20:00Score: 9.0/10
Waves: 0.04m, Wind: 1.8 m/s
Seasonal Analysis for Pointe EscampobariouAlpha
Historical patterns and best seasons for diving at Pointe Escampobariou
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 Escampobariou
Winter
Avg. Score: 8.4/10
Winter offers the best overall diving conditions with calmer seas and better visibility, despite cooler temperatures.
Best Months for Pointe Escampobariou
January
Score: 8.8
December
Score: 8.3
February
Score: 8.0
Ideal Conditions for Pointe Escampobariou
Water Temp
27.2°C / 81.0°F
July
Visibility
16.0m / 52.5ft
January
Wave Height
0.8m / 2.6ft
January
Wave Period
8.0s
January
Seasonal Insights for Pointe Escampobariou
Pointe Escampobariou shows typical northern hemisphere patterns with July being the warmest month (27.2°C) and January the coldest (4.4°C). The calmest conditions typically occur in January with average wave heights of 0.8m 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 23, 2026
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