13m
    Beginner
    Corsica, France

    Gemini West

    Best months: Jul–Aug

    Why dive here

    With 213+ marine species recorded in the area - including blue sharks, dolphins, great white sharks, hammerhead sharks and mobula rays (devil rays) - Gemini West offers some of Corsica's richest diving. Water ranges 15-28°C, warmest July, August, September.

    Best timeJul–Aug
    WetsuitA 3mm shorty or thin full wetsuit
    Marine lifeBlue Sharks, Dolphins, Great White Sharks, Hammerhead Sharks and Mobula Rays (Devil Rays) · 213+ species recorded
    Water15-28°C · warmest July, August, September
    Charactermax 13m
    StandoutExceptional marine biodiversity

    Gemini West sits just off Corsica's coast, a shallow dive at 13 meters. It’s a gentle spot, ideal for beginners or those looking for an easy, relaxed exploration. You'll find yourself drifting past various Mediterranean reef fish, with nudibranchs often spotted tucked amongst the rocks. It’s a good choice for a second dive or an orientation to the area.

    Typical Gemini West Dive Profile

    5m10m15mSafety Stop0m13m max~50 min estimated bottom time

    Illustrative profile based on site depth and type. Actual dive profiles vary - always follow your dive computer and training.

    Safety Notes

    Always perform a 3-minute safety stop at 5m before surfacing.

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    Conditions

    Ocean conditions, forecast and tides for Gemini West

    Gemini West Ocean Conditions

    Monthly averages for Gemini West, sourced from Open-Meteo marine data - nearest station: Open-Meteo marine grid (42.38, 9.55) (2km away)

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    October Averages

    Sea Temperature

    22°C

    72°F · Range: 20.1–24.6°C

    Air Temperature

    18°C

    64°F

    Wind Speed

    5.12 m/s

    10.0 knots

    Atmospheric Pressure

    1017.2 hPa

    Based on 4 years of monitoring data · Data sources: Open-Meteo marine data

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