France

Cherbourg En Cotentin

Cherbourg-en-Cotentin sits on the Cotentin peninsula facing the North Atlantic coast of Normandy. It isn’t a renowned coastal diving hub, and local diving options are limited. The nearby shoreline offers access to the sea for surface intervals or training with a couple of local centers. The city is better known for maritime history, ferry links, and proximity to Cherbourg’s harbor. For divers, the practical value is as a gateway to the Manche coast and nearby commercial or training dives from small centers, with water temperatures and visibility typical of the English Channel.

Essential information for traveling in France

About France

Sea
La Manche, Gulf of Saint Lawrence, Balearic Sea...
Timezone
Europe/Paris
Languages
FR
Demonym
French
Phone prefix
+33

Practicalities

Currency
EUR
Plug type
Type C, Type E, Type F
Airports
CDG ORY MRS NCE TLS

Diving specifics

Temperature
°C
Depth units
meters
Pressure
bar
Regulators
DIN Yoke (INT)

Dive sites and dive centers around Cherbourg-en-Cotentin

Nearby Dive Centers (2)

Nearby cities for scuba diving around Cherbourg-en-Cotentin

The best time to dive in Cherbourg-en-Cotentin

The best months to dive in Cherbourg-en-Cotentin are from April to August. Temperatures are confortable (11-18°C), currents are mild and the visibility is at its best.

Excellent Good Fair Mitigated
01 - Jan.
6 °C
02 - Feb.
7 °C
03 - Mar.
9 °C
04 - Apr.
11 °C
05 - May
13 °C
06 - Jun.
17 °C
07 - Jul.
18 °C
08 - Aug.
18 °C
09 - Sept.
16 °C
10 - Oct.
14 °C
11 - Nov.
12 °C
12 - Dec.
9 °C

Based on last year's weather. Scores compare months for this destination only and are indicative. A mitigated month may still suit many divers.

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