France

Haute Vienne

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Haute-Vienne is an inland administrative region in central western France. Known for its rivers, lakes, and rural landscapes, the region offers freshwater recreation and cultural heritage rather than marine diving. Access to diving within Haute-Vienne typically comes via nearby coastal regions of Nouvelle-Aquitaine, with divers heading to the Atlantic seaboard for beach or boat dives, or to surface water environments such as reservoirs and rivers if appropriate facilities exist. The district is more suited to inland activities, training, and exploration of towns like Limoges and neighboring communes than to direct saltwater diving within its official boundaries.

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)

Top scuba diving cities in the region of Haute-Vienne

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Cities to dive in the Haute-Vienne region

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The best times to dive in the Haute-Vienne region

The best months to dive in Haute-Vienne are from May to August. Temperatures are confortable (15-22°C), currents are mild and the visibility is at its best.

Excellent Good Fair Mitigated
01 - Jan.
5 °C 5/10
02 - Feb.
6 °C 7/10
03 - Mar.
8 °C 6/10
04 - Apr.
12 °C 6/10
05 - May
15 °C 7/10
06 - Jun.
22 °C 7/10
07 - Jul.
21 °C 7/10
08 - Aug.
22 °C 8/10
09 - Sept.
15 °C 6/10
10 - Oct.
12 °C 5/10
11 - Nov.
8 °C 5/10
12 - Dec.
6 °C 6/10

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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