Roche d'Aurelle
Immerse yourself in the breathtaking spectacle of the Roche d'Aurelle, where you'll encounter captivating marine life including schools of captivating castagnoles, elegant slugs, and even majestic lobsters and groupers. The vibrant underwater ecosystem at this site promises an unforgettable diving experience.
With excellent visibility reaching an impressive 16 meters, Aurelle Rock provides a clear and immersive environment for divers of all levels. Whether you're a beginner, advanced, or expert diver, this site offers remarkable opportunities for enjoyment and discovery.
Situated in France, near Route du Trayas, Saint-Raphaël, Draguignan, Var, Provence-Alpes-Côte d'Azur, Metropolitan France, 06590, Aurelle Rock combines the allure of the French coastline with its rich underwater wonders. Prepare to embark on a memorable diving expedition at this extraordinary location.
Experience the magic of Aurelle Rock and unlock the wonders beneath the surface as you dive into the depths of this extraordinary underwater world.
Diving Conditions Score for Roche d'Aurelle
Very good diving conditions!
The score is based on a calculation of the current weather and sea conditions.
Dive Site Overview for Roche d'Aurelle
Depth
22m
Visibility
16m
Experience Level
Weather Conditions for Roche d'Aurelle
Wave Height
0.16m
Wind Speed
4.5 m/s
Water Temp
24.9°C
Visibility
33.84km
Cloud Cover
0%
Wave Period
4.4s
Air Temperature
29.5°C
Precipitation
0 mm
Dive Score Chart for Roche d'Aurelle
Best time to dive: 12:00 with score 9.265609090909091/10. Water conditions: Waves 0.16m, Wind 4.7 m/s.Best night dive time: 4:00 with score 8.880411985018727/10.
Chart showing hourly dive conditions including wave height, wind speed, water temperature, and visibility throughout the day.
Optimal diving conditions at Roche d'Aurelle 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: 9.3/10
Waves: 0.16m (4.4s), Wind: 4.7 m/s
Score: 8.9/10
Waves: 0.22m, Wind: 2.5 m/s
Seasonal Analysis for Roche d'AurelleAlpha
Historical patterns and best seasons for diving at Roche d'Aurelle
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 Roche d'Aurelle
Winter
Winter offers the best overall diving conditions with calmer seas and better visibility, despite cooler temperatures.
Best Months for Roche d'Aurelle
Ideal Conditions for Roche d'Aurelle
Water Temp
26.2°C / 79.2°F
July
Visibility
17.2m / 56.4ft
January
Wave Height
0.5m / 1.6ft
January
Wave Period
8.0s
January
Seasonal Insights for Roche d'Aurelle
Roche d'Aurelle shows typical northern hemisphere patterns with July being the warmest month (26.2°C) and January the coldest (4.2°C). The calmest conditions typically occur in January with average wave heights of 0.5m 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 21, 2026