France

Paris

Paris - photo 1

Photo by Matthew Moloney on Unsplash.

Paris is a major cultural and travel hub in northern France, but it is not a coastal diving destination. Local diving activity is limited to training and practice in indoor pools and dedicated diving pits used by city clubs and surrounding centers. The larger Île-de-France region offers nearby freshwater and quarry sites within a driving reach, primarily for local training and occasional day trips, rather than on-site destination diving. The city itself serves as a gateway to France’s wider diving regions, with many centers accessible for course work and planning.

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 Paris

Nearby Dive Sites (3)

Nearby Dive Centers (54)

Nearby cities for scuba diving around Paris

The best time to dive in Paris

The best months to dive in Paris are from April to August. Temperatures are confortable (13-21°C), currents are mild and the visibility is at its best.

Excellent Good Fair Mitigated
01 - Jan.
4 °C 5/10
02 - Feb.
5 °C 7/10
03 - Mar.
8 °C 8/10
04 - Apr.
13 °C 8/10
05 - May
16 °C 7/10
06 - Jun.
21 °C 7/10
07 - Jul.
21 °C 6/10
08 - Aug.
21 °C 8/10
09 - Sept.
16 °C 7/10
10 - Oct.
13 °C 7/10
11 - Nov.
9 °C 6/10
12 - Dec.
7 °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.

Community feedbacks

0 Reviews

Sign in to leave a review.

Sign in

There are no reviews yet. Be the first to share your experience!