Tavac
Just a short distance from the port of Argelès-sur-Mer in France, you'll find the Tavac rock waiting to be explored. This underwater site sits at a depth ranging from 18 to 21 meters, making it accessible for advanced divers. Stretching approximately 300 meters in length and measuring 10 to 15 meters in width, the Tavac rock is a captivating blend of rock formations and vibrant coralligenous habitat.
Dive into a world teeming with marine life as you encounter an array of hard corals, including sea roses, false coral, and Neptune's lace. Keep an eye out for the awe-inspiring giant dories and banyulensis that call this underwater haven home. With visibility reaching up to 10 meters and a maximum depth of 33 meters, the Tavac rock offers a memorable diving experience.
Located in close proximity to Racou-Plage in Argelès-sur-Mer, the Tavac rock promises not only remarkable underwater sights but also convenient access. Immerse yourself in the beauty of this dive site and revel in the unexpected wonders that await you beneath the surface.
Dive into a world teeming with marine life as you encounter an array of hard corals, including sea roses, false coral, and Neptune's lace. Keep an eye out for the awe-inspiring giant dories and banyulensis that call this underwater haven home. With visibility reaching up to 10 meters and a maximum depth of 33 meters, the Tavac rock offers a memorable diving experience.
Located in close proximity to Racou-Plage in Argelès-sur-Mer, the Tavac rock promises not only remarkable underwater sights but also convenient access. Immerse yourself in the beauty of this dive site and revel in the unexpected wonders that await you beneath the surface.
Diving Conditions Score for Tavac
6.8
Above AverageDecent conditions, proceed with caution.
The score is based on a calculation of the current weather and sea conditions.
Dive Site Overview for Tavac
Depth
33m
Visibility
10m
Experience Level
advanced
Weather Conditions for Tavac
Wave Height
0.3m
Wind Speed
20.7 m/s
Water Temp
22.9°C
Visibility
49.74km
Cloud Cover
0%
Wave Period
2.45s
Air Temperature
33.1°C
Precipitation
0 mm
Detailed 7-Day Diving Forecast for Tavac
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Dive Score Chart for Tavac
Best time to dive: 9:00 with score 7.94111111111111/10. Water conditions: Waves 0.38m, Wind 1.1 m/s.Best night dive time: 22:00 with score 7.749245283018868/10.
Chart showing hourly dive conditions including wave height, wind speed, water temperature, and visibility throughout the day.
Sunrise at Tavac: 06:00
Sunset at Tavac: 18:00
Optimal diving conditions at Tavac 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: 7.9/10
Waves: 0.38m (2.85s), Wind: 1.1 m/s
Best Night
22:00Score: 7.7/10
Waves: 0.26m, Wind: 4.3 m/s
Seasonal Analysis for TavacAlpha
Historical patterns and best seasons for diving at Tavac
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 Tavac
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 Tavac
December
Score: 8.9
January
Score: 8.4
February
Score: 8.0
Ideal Conditions for Tavac
Water Temp
27.2°C / 81.0°F
July
Visibility
17.9m / 58.7ft
December
Wave Height
0.5m / 1.6ft
December
Wave Period
8.0s
January
Seasonal Insights for Tavac
Tavac shows typical northern hemisphere patterns with July being the warmest month (27.2°C) and January the coldest (4.7°C). The calmest conditions typically occur in December with average wave heights of 0.5m 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 - Jul 9, 2026
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