St. Sunniva, wreck
The shipwreck, lying 40 meters below the water's surface, is the focal point of this dive site. Scattered over an area of approximately 50 meters, the remnants of the boat serve as a reminder of its bygone days. Divers can explore the various pieces of the ship, including the intact smokestack, sturdy winches, rudder, portholes, and engine and transmission parts. Additionally, scattered metal pipes and cleats add to the intriguing underwater landscape, offering a dive experience that captures the imagination. For advanced divers, this captivating site in France, near Saint-Jean-de-Luz and Bayonne in the Pyrénées-Atlantiques region of New Aquitaine, is a must-visit destination. With visibility reaching up to 12 meters and a maximum depth of 38 meters, this dive promises to be an unforgettable adventure.
Diving Conditions Score for St. Sunniva, wreck
7.4
GoodGood diving conditions!
The score is based on a calculation of the current weather and sea conditions.
Dive Site Overview for St. Sunniva, wreck
Depth
38m
Visibility
12m
Experience Level
advanced
Weather Conditions for St. Sunniva, wreck
Wave Height
0.58m
Wind Speed
16.6 m/s
Water Temp
23.9°C
Visibility
25.04km
Cloud Cover
100%
Wave Period
6s
Air Temperature
23.3°C
Precipitation
0 mm
Detailed 7-Day Diving Forecast for St. Sunniva, wreck
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Dive Score Chart for St. Sunniva, wreck
Best time to dive: 9:00 with score 8.259751243781094/10. Water conditions: Waves 0.62m, Wind 8.8 m/s.Best night dive time: 23:00 with score 7.719836065573771/10.
Chart showing hourly dive conditions including wave height, wind speed, water temperature, and visibility throughout the day.
Sunrise at St. Sunniva, wreck: 06:00
Sunset at St. Sunniva, wreck: 18:00
Optimal diving conditions at St. Sunniva, wreck 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
9:00Score: 8.3/10
Waves: 0.62m (6.7s), Wind: 8.8 m/s
Best Night
23:00Score: 7.7/10
Waves: 0.54m, Wind: 34 m/s
Seasonal Analysis for St. Sunniva, wreckAlpha
Historical patterns and best seasons for diving at St. Sunniva, wreck
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 St. Sunniva, wreck
Winter
Avg. Score: 8.7/10
Winter offers the best overall diving conditions with calmer seas and better visibility, despite cooler temperatures.
Best Months for St. Sunniva, wreck
January
Score: 9.2
February
Score: 8.5
December
Score: 8.4
Ideal Conditions for St. Sunniva, wreck
Water Temp
21.4°C / 70.5°F
July
Visibility
18.5m / 60.7ft
January
Wave Height
0.2m / 0.7ft
January
Wave Period
8.0s
January
Seasonal Insights for St. Sunniva, wreck
St. Sunniva, wreck shows typical northern hemisphere patterns with July being the warmest month (21.4°C) and January the coldest (3.5°C). The calmest conditions typically occur in January with average wave heights of 0.2m 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 20, 2026
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