France

Urrugne

Urrugne - photo 1

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Urrugne is a coastal town in southwestern France near the Bay of Biscay. It sits in a region known for rugged Atlantic coastlines and access to beaches rather than large-scale dive centers. With about +30 dive sites in the wider area and a handful of local clubs, diving here is typically done as day trips to nearby coastal sites or training with regional centers. The area offers access to the Atlantic surf culture and scenic coastline, but the city itself is not a major diving hub. Freshwater options are limited close by; most diving activity focuses on coastal saltwater sites along the Bay of Biscay and nearby towns along the coast.

Essential information for traveling in France

About France

Sea
Mediterranean Sea - Western Basin, Celtic Sea, ...
Timezone
Europe/Madrid
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 Urrugne

Nearby Dive Sites (31)

Nearby cities for scuba diving around Urrugne

The best time to dive in Urrugne

The best months to dive in Urrugne are from June to September. Temperatures are confortable (19-22°C), currents are mild and the visibility is at its best.

Excellent Good Fair Mitigated
01 - Jan.
10 °C 13 °C 1/10
02 - Feb.
11 °C 13 °C 4/10
03 - Mar.
11 °C 13 °C 0/10
04 - Apr.
14 °C 15 °C 3/10
05 - May
16 °C 17 °C 2/10
06 - Jun.
21 °C 21 °C 6/10
07 - Jul.
21 °C 23 °C 3/10
08 - Aug.
22 °C 23 °C 3/10
09 - Sept.
19 °C 22 °C 4/10
10 - Oct.
17 °C 19 °C 4/10
11 - Nov.
13 °C 17 °C 0/10
12 - Dec.
10 °C 15 °C 3/10

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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