France

Colombelles

Colombelles is a town in Calvados, Normandy, near the coast but not a primary diving hub. There is limited local diving activity; the nearby maritime access along the English Channel gives access to the broader French Atlantic coast, but diving infrastructure in Colombelles itself is minimal. For divers, nearby coastal towns along La Manche offer potential day trips, with a handful of centers along the coast and some shore dives or wreck listings within a reasonable drive. Given the elevation and inland position, this city is more of a gateway to regional diving opportunities than a destination diving base.

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 Colombelles

Nearby Dive Centers (1)

Nearby cities for scuba diving around Colombelles

The best time to dive in Colombelles

The best months to dive in Colombelles are from April to August. Temperatures are confortable (12-19°C), currents are mild and the visibility is at its best.

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