La Pierre de Jas
Protected Area
Baie de la Ciotat
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 Pierre de Jas offers some of Marseille & Calanques's richest diving. Water ranges 14-25°C, warmest July, August, September.
La Pierre de Jas offers a solid Mediterranean dive for those exploring the Calanques. You’ll find typical rocky topography, swim-throughs, and cracks that hold various critters, like moray eels and octopus. It’s a good choice for divers looking for a straightforward, relaxing dive with moderate visibility, perfect for an afternoon outing.
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Conditions
Ocean conditions, forecast and tides for La Pierre de Jas
La Pierre de Jas Ocean Conditions
Monthly averages for La Pierre de Jas, 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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