France

Pau

Pau sits inland in the Pyrénées-Atlantiques, far from the coast, so there is no local sea diving. The city is known for its foothill scenery and Basque cultural links. For divers, Pau is a gateway to access coastal sites along the Bay of Biscay within a few hours’ drive, and nearby freshwater options exist in other parts of the region for training or local dives when visiting. With limited local centers and no on-site dive sites, most diving activity involves arranging trips to reach the coast or reserves in the broader southwest France area.

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 Pau

Nearby Dive Centers (2)

Nearby cities for scuba diving around Pau

The best time to dive in Pau

The best months to dive in Pau are from June to August. Temperatures are confortable (21-22°C), currents are mild and the visibility is at its best.

Excellent Good Fair Mitigated
01 - Jan.
7 °C
02 - Feb.
9 °C
03 - Mar.
10 °C
04 - Apr.
13 °C
05 - May
15 °C
06 - Jun.
22 °C
07 - Jul.
21 °C
08 - Aug.
22 °C
09 - Sept.
17 °C
10 - Oct.
15 °C
11 - Nov.
10 °C
12 - Dec.
8 °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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