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Iriru

3.5 — based on 15 community signals
4.2 12 species 24 contributors

Iriru is a year-round French dive site with 12 species observations and 3 community videos documenting local marine life.

⭐ Best for intermediate divers.

updated 4 months ago
BleachingRiskFamily-friendly

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Activity
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Best months
Year-round

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Conditions today

Conditions

Open-Meteo
Wind
15.5 kn
Wave
2.08 m
Water
26.6°C
N E S W
Wind direction (7d)
Primary: ESE (43%)
Now: SSE (167°)
Tide (7 days)
range: 0.2m

Next: High at 01:00 (+0.65m)

+0.7 m+0.5 m
▲ 01:00 · +0.65m ▼ 07:00 · +0.54m ▲ 12:00 · +0.63m ▼ 18:00 · +0.54m Now +0.6m
Fri 18Sat 19Sun 20Mon 21Tue 22Wed 23Thu 24
UV8.6 · very high Air PM2.512 · good 05:58 18:00
Day Wind Wave UV Rain
09-18 15.9 2.12 9 1mm
09-19 10.6 1.78 6 0mm
09-20 10.5 1.34 8 0mm
09-21 11.3 1.14 8 0mm
09-22 9.2 1.18 9 0mm
09-23 10.1 1.78 6 0mm
09-24 10.8 1.78 8 1mm
⚠ Coral bleaching: Watch — favorable conditions

About this spot

Iriru is a dive destination in France accessible throughout the year. The site has attracted attention from the diving community, with 12 documented species observations and 3 community-contributed videos available for divers planning a visit. While specific depth, visibility, and water temperature data are not currently available, these details can often be gathered directly from local dive operators or community forums where recent divers share conditions reports. The area is not located within a marine protected area, which may affect regulations—check local French diving laws before planning. Coral bleaching is listed as a watch status, so monitoring current conditions through recent diver reports is recommended before booking. Iriru's year-round accessibility makes it flexible for travel planning, though seasonal weather in France will naturally influence comfort and sea conditions. The presence of community-contributed videos suggests an active local diving community willing to share their experience, a valuable resource for preparation.

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Best months

Jan Feb Mar Apr May Jun Jul Aug Sep Oct Nov Dec

Trip essentials

Everything you need before you pack — checklist, sun, logistics.

Trip checklist

  • 🛂 Visa-free or visa-on-arrival
  • 📜 C-card + dive insurance (DAN)
  • 📔 Dive logbook
  • 🧴 Reef-safe sunscreen SPF 50+
  • 🔌 Plug type C/E/F · 230V adapter
  • 💊 Seasickness meds + ear drops
  • 📱 Offline maps + emergency contact

Quick facts

  • 🌓 Moon First quarter · 47%
  • GPS
Sustainability disclosures
🌍 CO2 footprint LHR ↔ 15384km · ~3538kg · €64

FAQ

When is the best time to dive Iriru?

Iriru is diveable year-round. Seasonal weather and water conditions in France will vary, so check recent community reports and local dive operators for current conditions before booking.

What depth and difficulty is Iriru?

Specific depth and difficulty ratings are not documented. Contact local French dive shops or check community forums and the 3 available videos for firsthand accounts of site characteristics.

What marine life can I see at Iriru?

12 species observations have been documented at Iriru. Review available community videos and dive logs to see which species have been sighted. Coral bleaching is being monitored, so check recent reports.

Do I need permits to dive Iriru?

Iriru is not inside a marine protected area. Still, verify current French diving regulations and any local requirements with dive operators before your trip.

Operators near this spot

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Visibility (month-by-month)
Best: Mar (100/100) Worst: Feb (0/100) Now: Sep (100/100) NOAA MODIS Aqua · 5y mean

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