France

Le Portel

Le Portel is a coastal town in northern France near the English Channel. It has limited local diving relevance, with a single nearby dive center and no notable dive sites within the immediate area. Access to diving generally involves day trips from the coast to regional reefs and wrecks along the Pas-de-Calais coastline or nearby ports. For freshwater divers, the town itself sits at a low elevation with a river environment not typically used for recreational diving. Overall, Le Portel functions as a gateway point for coastal exploration rather than a dedicated diving hub.

Essential information for traveling in France

About France

Sea
Mediterranean Sea - Western Basin, Celtic 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 Le Portel

Nearby Dive Centers (1)

Nearby cities for scuba diving around Le Portel

The best time to dive in Le Portel

The best months to dive in Le Portel are from April to July. Temperatures are confortable (12-18°C), currents are mild and the visibility is at its best.

Excellent Good Fair Mitigated
01 - Jan.
5 °C
02 - Feb.
5 °C
03 - Mar.
8 °C
04 - Apr.
12 °C
05 - May
14 °C
06 - Jun.
17 °C
07 - Jul.
18 °C
08 - Aug.
19 °C
09 - Sept.
15 °C
10 - Oct.
13 °C
11 - Nov.
10 °C
12 - Dec.
7 °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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