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David is a BeachFinder spot in FR-SE, FR. Today, compare water temperature 26°C, wind 6 km/h · E, uv 7.3, waves 0.2 m, water quality Check official advisories before leaving. BeachFinder Score: 86/100. Always check official flags, closures and lifeguard advice before swimming.
Water temperature
26°C
Wind
6 km/h · E
UV
7.3
Waves
0.2 m
Water quality
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Last updated: Aug 8, 10:45 PM local forecast timeBeachFinder Score: 86/100
Sources: Open-Meteo weather and marine forecasts, OpenStreetMap place context and BeachFinder spot data.
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Updated: Aug 8, 10:45 PM
Water temp
26°C
Air temp
27°C
Feels like
28°C
UV index
7.3
Wind
6 km/h · E
Gust 10 km/h
Waves
0.2 m
Current
1 km/h · NW
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Weather and marine data: Open-Meteo
David
Located on the Provençal Mediterranean coast, a stone's throw from Cassis, the David bathing area is part of the characteristic landscape of the calanques in southeastern France. At 43°15'N and 5°22'E, it borders the turquoise waters of the Mediterranean, dominated by the limestone cliffs that structure this part of the coast between Marseille and Toulon. The shore, shaped by millennia of marine erosion, alternates between rock formations and small coves, offering a typically Mediterranean coastal geography where the land plunges abruptly into the sea. The David site is distinguished by its immediate proximity to Grand Roucas Beach, just 200 meters away, with which it shares a certain geographical intimacy. Conversely, it is significantly further from Maldormé Beach (2.7 km), which is more exposed to offshore winds. Upon arrival, visitors discover a confined configuration, where rocks emerge and structure access to the water. The character of the place remains that of a local bathing spot, little developed, where rock takes precedence over sand and where the atmosphere is that of a local cove rather than a standardized tourist beach. This bathing area is not awarded the Blue Flag label. No supervision is provided, and access is not suitable for people with reduced mobility. Comfort facilities (toilets, showers, parking) are not documented on site. The environment remains sparsely equipped, reflecting the natural and preserved character of this area of the calanques.
About this spot
The name "David" remains discreet in the local topography, without any major documented historical significance. This bathing area is part of the universe of the calanques of Provence, geological formations shaped by the collapse of karst valleys during the Quaternary period. The region, inhabited since antiquity by the Phoceans of Marseille, saw its shores gradually become holiday resorts in the 19th century. Today, the calanques attract divers and swimmers seeking crystal-clear waters and intact mineral landscapes, far from the coastal urbanization that has transformed other parts of the French Mediterranean.
Updated 5/9/2026
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What is the water temperature at David today?
26°C. Marine temperature is shown when forecast coverage is available for this location.
How windy is David today?
6 km/h · E. Wind can change comfort and surface conditions, especially on exposed beaches.
What should I check before swimming at David?
Check official safety flags, lifeguard advice, closures, water-quality advisories, UV, wind, waves and currents before entering the water.
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