La Grande Quairolle
Protected Area
Corniche Varoise
Why dive here
With 157+ marine species recorded in the area - including blue sharks, dolphins, dwarf minke whales, humpback whales and mobula rays (devil rays) - La Grande Quairolle offers some of Marseille & Calanques's richest reef diving. Water ranges 14-25°C, warmest July, August, September.
La Grande Quairolle offers a straightforward dive, typically a wall descent, well-suited for divers looking for a relaxed exploration. You’ll find the usual Mediterranean suspects here: small groupers, moray eels tucked into crevices, and schools of damselfish flitting around. It’s a good option for a second dive of the day, or for newer divers gaining confidence in the Calanques. Visibility is generally reliable, making for an enjoyable, uncomplicated dive.
Typical La Grande Quairolle Dive Profile
Illustrative profile based on site depth and type. Actual dive profiles vary - always follow your dive computer and training.
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Conditions
Ocean conditions, forecast and tides for La Grande Quairolle
La Grande Quairolle Ocean Conditions
Monthly averages for La Grande Quairolle, sourced from Open-Meteo marine data - nearest station: Open-Meteo marine grid (43.11, 5.89) (32km away)
October Averages
Sea Temperature
21°C
69°F · Range: 15.7–23.1°C
Air Temperature
18°C
64°F
Wind Speed
6.69 m/s
13.0 knots
Atmospheric Pressure
1016.9 hPa
Based on 4 years of monitoring data · Data sources: Open-Meteo marine data
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