Roc de David
Explore the natural beauty of this open dive site located just a short 10-minute boat ride from BARCARES. Divers of all levels will be captivated by the rocky terrain, characterized by fault lines and sprawling plateaus that are perfect for exploration.
Prepare to encounter a diverse array of marine life, including conger eels, lobsters, pouts, and nudibranchs, among many other species. This underwater paradise promises a thrilling and rewarding experience for both beginner and advanced divers.
With a maximum depth of 24m and visibility reaching up to 3m, this dive site in France offers excellent conditions for underwater exploration. Located in Metropolitan France, it is conveniently accessible for divers from all over. Don't miss out on the opportunity to discover the wonders hidden beneath the surface.
Prepare to encounter a diverse array of marine life, including conger eels, lobsters, pouts, and nudibranchs, among many other species. This underwater paradise promises a thrilling and rewarding experience for both beginner and advanced divers.
With a maximum depth of 24m and visibility reaching up to 3m, this dive site in France offers excellent conditions for underwater exploration. Located in Metropolitan France, it is conveniently accessible for divers from all over. Don't miss out on the opportunity to discover the wonders hidden beneath the surface.
Diving Conditions Score for Roc de David
7.5
GoodGood diving conditions!
The score is based on a calculation of the current weather and sea conditions.
Dive Site Overview for Roc de David
Depth
24m
Visibility
3m
Experience Level
beginner
advanced
Weather Conditions for Roc de David
Wave Height
0.56m
Wind Speed
6.2 m/s
Water Temp
21.5°C
Visibility
37.6km
Cloud Cover
0%
Wave Period
3.95s
Air Temperature
22.8°C
Precipitation
0 mm
Detailed 7-Day Diving Forecast for Roc de David
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Dive Score Chart for Roc de David
Best time to dive: 7:00 with score 8.28032962962963/10. Water conditions: Waves 0.34m, Wind 8.4 m/s.Best night dive time: 4:00 with score 7.653182397003746/10.
Chart showing hourly dive conditions including wave height, wind speed, water temperature, and visibility throughout the day.
Sunrise at Roc de David: 06:00
Sunset at Roc de David: 18:00
Optimal diving conditions at Roc de David 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
7:00Score: 8.3/10
Waves: 0.34m (4.5s), Wind: 8.4 m/s
Best Night
4:00Score: 7.7/10
Waves: 0.4m, Wind: 15.3 m/s
Seasonal Analysis for Roc de DavidAlpha
Historical patterns and best seasons for diving at Roc de David
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 Roc de David
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 Roc de David
December
Score: 9.0
January
Score: 8.2
February
Score: 7.9
Ideal Conditions for Roc de David
Water Temp
27.2°C / 81.0°F
July
Visibility
18.4m / 60.4ft
December
Wave Height
0.4m / 1.3ft
December
Wave Period
8.0s
January
Seasonal Insights for Roc de David
Roc de David shows typical northern hemisphere patterns with July being the warmest month (27.2°C) and January the coldest (3.7°C). The calmest conditions typically occur in December with average wave heights of 0.4m and wave periods of 8.0s. The most comfortable wave conditions are in December 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 December to February, 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 21, 2026
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