Torpilleur
Located in the stunning Cavalaire Bay of France, the dive site at Boulevard de Gigaro offers an exciting adventure for expert divers. This site is known for its unique feature - a sunken shooting goal that has been carefully placed on a sandy and gravelly backdrop. The goal, now dislocated, is divided into four roughly intact sections with scattered parts.
While the marine life at this site may be limited, it is still a sight to behold. The sheets of the goal are adorned with vibrant orange crusty sponges and yellow tubulars, adding a splash of color to the surroundings. Exploring further, divers may also encounter lobsters, capons, and banks of anthias.
With a maximum depth of 47m and visibility often reaching 0m, this dive site presents a challenging but rewarding experience for seasoned divers. It is important to note that prior diving experience and an expert diver level are recommended for this dive.
Join us at this remarkable dive site in Cavalaire Bay and discover the unique underwater world that awaits.
While the marine life at this site may be limited, it is still a sight to behold. The sheets of the goal are adorned with vibrant orange crusty sponges and yellow tubulars, adding a splash of color to the surroundings. Exploring further, divers may also encounter lobsters, capons, and banks of anthias.
With a maximum depth of 47m and visibility often reaching 0m, this dive site presents a challenging but rewarding experience for seasoned divers. It is important to note that prior diving experience and an expert diver level are recommended for this dive.
Join us at this remarkable dive site in Cavalaire Bay and discover the unique underwater world that awaits.
Diving Conditions Score for Torpilleur
6.1
Above AverageDecent conditions, proceed with caution.
The score is based on a calculation of the current weather and sea conditions.
Dive Site Overview for Torpilleur
Depth
47m
Experience Level
expert
Weather Conditions for Torpilleur
Wave Height
1m
Wind Speed
10 m/s
Water Temp
18°C
Visibility
15km
Cloud Cover
57.5%
Wave Period
8s
Air Temperature
20°C
Precipitation
0 mm
Detailed 7-Day Diving Forecast for Torpilleur
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Dive Score Chart for Torpilleur
Best time to dive: 6:00 with score 7.113333333333333/10. Water conditions: Waves 1m, Wind 10 m/s.Best night dive time: 0:00 with score 6.613333333333333/10.
Chart showing hourly dive conditions including wave height, wind speed, water temperature, and visibility throughout the day.
Sunrise at Torpilleur: 06:00
Sunset at Torpilleur: 18:00
Optimal diving conditions at Torpilleur 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
6:00Score: 7.1/10
Waves: 1m (8s), Wind: 10 m/s
Best Night
0:00Score: 6.6/10
Waves: 1m, Wind: 10 m/s
Seasonal Analysis for TorpilleurAlpha
Historical patterns and best seasons for diving at Torpilleur
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 Torpilleur
Winter
Avg. Score: 9.9/10
Winter offers the best overall diving conditions with calmer seas and better visibility, despite cooler temperatures.
Best Months for Torpilleur
January
Score: 10.0
February
Score: 9.9
December
Score: 9.8
Ideal Conditions for Torpilleur
Water Temp
24.3°C / 75.7°F
June
Visibility
20.1m / 65.9ft
October
Wave Height
0.2m / 0.7ft
January
Wave Period
8.0s
January
Seasonal Insights for Torpilleur
Torpilleur shows typical northern hemisphere patterns with June being the warmest month (24.3°C) and December the coldest (20.3°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 22, 2026
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