France

Carnac

Carnac in Brittany sits along the coast of the Bay of Biscay and acts as a gateway for local shore and boat dives along the Morbihan coast. The town itself isn’t a major diving hub, but nearby dive centers offer courses, guided dives, and equipment rental focused on the Breton littoral, with typical visibility in fair conditions and mild currents. Divers often explore shell-rich beaches, rocky seabeds, and nearby sites along the Gulf of Morbihan or off the southern Côte Sauvage, with marine life including common fish, wrasses, and occasional larger pelagic activity depending on season.

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 Carnac

Nearby Dive Sites (15)

Nearby Dive Centers (1)

Nearby cities for scuba diving around Carnac

The best time to dive in Carnac

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

Excellent Good Fair Mitigated
01 - Jan.
7 °C 9 °C 4/10
02 - Feb.
8 °C 9 °C 7/10
03 - Mar.
9 °C 10 °C 7/10
04 - Apr.
13 °C 13 °C 7/10
05 - May
15 °C 16 °C 7/10
06 - Jun.
19 °C 18 °C 8/10
07 - Jul.
19 °C 17 °C 7/10
08 - Aug.
19 °C 18 °C 7/10
09 - Sept.
16 °C 18 °C 7/10
10 - Oct.
14 °C 16 °C 6/10
11 - Nov.
12 °C 15 °C 6/10
12 - Dec.
9 °C 12 °C 5/10

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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