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Sec des Murènes, Porquerolles

Located on the western side of Porquerolles Island in France, the dive site offers an exciting underwater experience. With a maximum depth of 40m and an average visibility of 23m, it is a popular destination for advanced and expert divers.

The highlight of the dive is the majestic dry Jeaune Garde, accessible during the same dive. This large rocky formation is adorned with vibrant purple gorgonians, creating a stunning backdrop for divers. As you explore the area, you'll encounter a plethora of pelagic species, adding to the allure of the dive.

The faults of the rock formation are teeming with fascinating marine life, including octopus, conger eels, and moray eels. Whether you prefer autonomous dives or prefer to be supervised, this site caters to both options. Nitrox dives are also possible, making it an ideal location for divers looking to explore depths beyond -20m.

To access this captivating dive site, head to Chemin du Bon Renaud in Hyères, Toulon, Var, Provence-Alpes-Côte d'Azur, Metropolitan France, 83400, France. Plan your dive adventure today and immerse yourself in the underwater wonders of this remarkable location.

Diving Conditions Score for Sec des Murènes, Porquerolles

8.3
Very Good

Very good diving conditions!
The score is based on a calculation of the current weather and sea conditions.

Dive Site Overview for Sec des Murènes, Porquerolles

Depth

26m

Visibility

23m

Experience Level

advanced
expert

Weather Conditions for Sec des Murènes, Porquerolles

Wave Height

0.24m

Wind Speed

18.1 m/s

Water Temp

22.5°C

Visibility

34.98km

Cloud Cover

17%

Wave Period

3.75s

Air Temperature

25.3°C

Precipitation

0 mm

Detailed 7-Day Diving Forecast for Sec des Murènes, Porquerolles
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Dive Score Chart for Sec des Murènes, Porquerolles

Best time to dive: 8:00 with score 9.317448559670783/10. Water conditions: Waves 0.2m, Wind 1.8 m/s.Best night dive time: 22:00 with score 8.451111111111112/10.

Chart showing hourly dive conditions including wave height, wind speed, water temperature, and visibility throughout the day.

Sunrise at Sec des Murènes, Porquerolles: 06:00
Sunset at Sec des Murènes, Porquerolles: 18:00

Optimal diving conditions at Sec des Murènes, Porquerolles 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
8:00

Score: 9.3/10
Waves: 0.2m (4.05s), Wind: 1.8 m/s

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Best Night
22:00

Score: 8.5/10
Waves: 0.14m, Wind: 4.3 m/s

Seasonal Analysis for Sec des Murènes, Porquerolles
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Historical patterns and best seasons for diving at Sec des Murènes, Porquerolles

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 Sec des Murènes, Porquerolles

Winter

Avg. Score: 7.9/10

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

Best Months for Sec des Murènes, Porquerolles

January
Score: 8.2
February
Score: 7.8
December
Score: 7.8

Ideal Conditions for Sec des Murènes, Porquerolles

Water Temp

Thermometer Emoji

24.9°C / 76.8°F

July

Visibility

Telescope Emoji

12.0m / 39.4ft

May

Wave Height

Wave Emoji

1.7m / 5.6ft

January

Wave Period

Wave Emoji

8.0s

January

Seasonal Insights for Sec des Murènes, Porquerolles

Sec des Murènes, Porquerolles shows typical northern hemisphere patterns with July being the warmest month (24.9°C) and January the coldest (7.6°C). The calmest conditions typically occur in January with average wave heights of 1.7m 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 22, 2026

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