France

Ussel

Ussel is a town high in the Corrèze department in central France. It is not a coastal diving destination, and diving relevance is limited to nearby freshwater opportunities or training contexts with local pools. The town sits at about 600 meters elevation, with a rural, mountainous landscape surrounding it. For divers, the closest practical access would be to travel to coastal or riverine sites in the broader southwestern or western regions of France, or to inland quarry sites further away. If exploring under the banner of a dive hub, better options exist along the Atlantic coast or the Mediterranean, but within the city itself there is no active dive scene. Overall, expect a neutral, practical note: this city is more about scenery and access than on-site diving.

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 Ussel

Nearby Dive Centers (1)

Nearby cities for scuba diving around Ussel

The best time to dive in Ussel

The best months to dive in Ussel are from May to August. Temperatures are confortable (13-20°C), currents are mild and the visibility is at its best.

Excellent Good Fair Mitigated
01 - Jan.
3 °C 5/10
02 - Feb.
5 °C 7/10
03 - Mar.
6 °C 7/10
04 - Apr.
10 °C 6/10
05 - May
13 °C 7/10
06 - Jun.
20 °C 7/10
07 - Jul.
18 °C 7/10
08 - Aug.
19 °C 7/10
09 - Sept.
13 °C 6/10
10 - Oct.
10 °C 5/10
11 - Nov.
6 °C 6/10
12 - Dec.
5 °C 7/10

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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