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Tombant Maeterlink

Located just 6 minutes from the port, there is a fantastic diving spot waiting to be explored. This underwater plateau is adorned with beautiful madrepore formations, extending from depths of 12 to 25 meters. The plateau boasts a diverse range of flora and fauna, making it a haven for underwater enthusiasts.

As you descend from the plateau's wide side, you'll find yourself immersed in a stunning sandy seabed. Here, numerous mini ridges extend towards the sea, offering a fascinating landscape for divers. One particular ridge stands out, rising up to 42 meters and adorned with stunning gorgonian corals.

Prepare to encounter a vibrant array of marine life during your dive. Dentex, barracuda, sars, crayfish, moray eels, conger eels, saupe, cuttlefish, squid, octopus, grouper, tuna, and amberjack populate these waters, creating a captivating underwater experience.

The plateau gradually transitions into a drop, providing an exciting opportunity for divers of all skill levels. Whether you're a beginner or an expert, this dive site caters to everyone's abilities.

With a maximum depth of 24 meters and a visibility of 15 meters, this dive spot in France offers an unforgettable adventure. Situated near Palais Maeterlinck, at 8, Boulevard Maurice Maeterlinck, Nice, Maritime Alps, Provence-Alpes-Côte d'Azur, Metropolitan France, 06236, this location offers convenient access for divers in the area.

Explore the depths of this underwater oasis and discover the wonders that await you beneath the surface. Plan your dive today and experience the magic of this dive site in France.

Diving Conditions Score for Tombant Maeterlink

8.9
Very Good

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

Dive Site Overview for Tombant Maeterlink

Depth

24m

Visibility

15m

Experience Level

advanced
expert

Weather Conditions for Tombant Maeterlink

Wave Height

0.18m

Wind Speed

6.4 m/s

Water Temp

24.7°C

Visibility

40.36km

Cloud Cover

0%

Wave Period

5.4s

Air Temperature

27.8°C

Precipitation

0 mm

Detailed 7-Day Diving Forecast for Tombant Maeterlink
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Dive Score Chart for Tombant Maeterlink

Best time to dive: 7:00 with score 9.807575757575759/10. Water conditions: Waves 0.2m, Wind 1.1 m/s.Best night dive time: 19:00 with score 8.996422764227644/10.

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

Sunrise at Tombant Maeterlink: 06:00
Sunset at Tombant Maeterlink: 18:00

Optimal diving conditions at Tombant Maeterlink 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
7:00

Score: 9.8/10
Waves: 0.2m (5.5s), Wind: 1.1 m/s

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Best Night
19:00

Score: 9.0/10
Waves: 0.24m, Wind: 2.2 m/s

Seasonal Analysis for Tombant Maeterlink
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Historical patterns and best seasons for diving at Tombant Maeterlink

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 Tombant Maeterlink

Winter

Avg. Score: 8.9/10

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

Best Months for Tombant Maeterlink

January
Score: 9.3
December
Score: 8.8
February
Score: 8.7

Ideal Conditions for Tombant Maeterlink

Water Temp

Thermometer Emoji

26.8°C / 80.2°F

July

Visibility

Telescope Emoji

18.5m / 60.7ft

January

Wave Height

Wave Emoji

0.2m / 0.7ft

January

Wave Period

Wave Emoji

8.0s

January

Seasonal Insights for Tombant Maeterlink

Tombant Maeterlink shows typical northern hemisphere patterns with July being the warmest month (26.8°C) and January the coldest (4.4°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.

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

Last updated: 1 min. ago - Jun 20, 2026

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