France

Penhap

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Penhap is a coastal locality in western France within the Brittany region, on the Morbihan coast. It has access to the Bay of Biscay and the North Atlantic, but there are no established dive centers in the city itself. The nearby waters are typical of Brittany: relatively temperate saltwater with varied visibility and seabed features. For diving, travelers would generally rely on day trips from larger nearby hubs or explore nearby coastal dive centers along the Morbihan coast. The city itself is better known for its landscape and access than as a diving gateway. If you’re visiting, plan accordingly for travel to established dive centers in the region for equipment rental, courses, and guided dives. The area can offer shellfish diving and scenic coastal dives depending on local conditions and permissions.},

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 Penhap

Nearby Dive Sites (12)

Nearby cities for scuba diving around Penhap

The best time to dive in Penhap

The best months to dive in Penhap are from May to September. Temperatures are confortable (15-20°C), currents are mild and the visibility is at its best.

Excellent Good Fair Mitigated
01 - Jan.
6 °C 9 °C 4/10
02 - Feb.
7 °C 9 °C 7/10
03 - Mar.
9 °C 10 °C 8/10
04 - Apr.
13 °C 13 °C 7/10
05 - May
15 °C 16 °C 7/10
06 - Jun.
19 °C 19 °C 7/10
07 - Jul.
20 °C 19 °C 7/10
08 - Aug.
20 °C 19 °C 8/10
09 - Sept.
16 °C 18 °C 7/10
10 - Oct.
14 °C 16 °C 6/10
11 - Nov.
11 °C 14 °C 6/10
12 - Dec.
8 °C 11 °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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