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Roche d'Aurelle

Located within the picturesque Cap-Roux reserve, Aurelle Rock is a collection of diverse rock formations that span a depth range of 0 to 37 meters. This exceptional diving site caters to both novice divers looking for their first underwater adventure as well as experienced divers seeking to explore and enhance their skills.

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

8.7
Very Good

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

beginner
advanced
expert

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

Detailed 7-Day Diving Forecast for Roche d'Aurelle
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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.

Sunrise at Roche d'Aurelle: 06:00
Sunset at Roche d'Aurelle: 18:00

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.

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Best Overall
12:00

Score: 9.3/10
Waves: 0.16m (4.4s), Wind: 4.7 m/s

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Best Night
4:00

Score: 8.9/10
Waves: 0.22m, Wind: 2.5 m/s

Seasonal Analysis for Roche d'Aurelle
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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

Avg. Score: 8.6/10

Winter offers the best overall diving conditions with calmer seas and better visibility, despite cooler temperatures.

Best Months for Roche d'Aurelle

January
Score: 9.1
February
Score: 8.3
December
Score: 8.3

Ideal Conditions for Roche d'Aurelle

Water Temp

Thermometer Emoji

26.2°C / 79.2°F

July

Visibility

Telescope Emoji

17.2m / 56.4ft

January

Wave Height

Wave Emoji

0.5m / 1.6ft

January

Wave Period

Wave Emoji

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.

Scoring Legend:
9-10 (Excellent)
7-8 (Good)
5-6 (Average)
3-4 (Poor)
1-2 (Dangerous)

Last updated: 1 min. ago - Jun 21, 2026

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