Le Samson
Protected Area
Theys de l’embouchure du rhone
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) - Le Samson offers some of Marseille & Calanques's richest diving. Water ranges 14-25°C, warmest July, August, September.
Le Samson offers a straightforward dive, well-suited for newer divers getting comfortable with the Mediterranean. Expect to see typical local fish like bream and wrasse cruising around modest rock formations. The site is generally calm, making it a good spot for a relaxed exploration rather than seeking big thrills. It’s a solid choice for a second dive of the day or an easy check-out dive.
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Conditions
Ocean conditions, forecast and tides for Le Samson
Le Samson Ocean Conditions
Monthly averages for Le Samson, 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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