France

Le Havre

Le Havre - photo 1

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Le Havre is a port city in Normandy on the coast of the English Channel. While it is a major urban and cultural hub, it is not a primary diving destination. The nearby coastline offers access to saltwater diving options along the Normandy littoral, with a handful of local dive centers that mainly serve recreational divers and training. Given the city’s setting and depth, most diving activity related to Le Havre centers around coastal boat dives from local beaches and charters, with conditions that can be variable and visibility that depends on sea state. For freshwater diving or nearby inland sites, options are limited in the immediate area and would require travel further afield. Overall, Le Havre serves best as a gateway to the broader Normandy dive scene and nearby sites rather than a dedicated dive 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 Havre

Nearby Dive Centers (7)

Nearby cities for scuba diving around Le Havre

The best time to dive in Le Havre

The best months to dive in Le Havre are from April to August. Temperatures are confortable (13-19°C), currents are mild and the visibility is at its best.

Excellent Good Fair Mitigated
01 - Jan.
5 °C 8 °C 5/10
02 - Feb.
6 °C 7 °C 7/10
03 - Mar.
8 °C 9 °C 9/10
04 - Apr.
13 °C 12 °C 8/10
05 - May
14 °C 14 °C 7/10
06 - Jun.
18 °C 18 °C 7/10
07 - Jul.
19 °C 20 °C 6/10
08 - Aug.
19 °C 20 °C 7/10
09 - Sept.
16 °C 19 °C 6/10
10 - Oct.
13 °C 16 °C 5/10
11 - Nov.
10 °C 13 °C 6/10
12 - Dec.
7 °C 10 °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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