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3 EL ACUARIO

As its name implies, this dive site offers a vibrant and lively underwater experience. With a maximum depth of 14 meters and a visibility of 14 meters, it is perfect for divers of all levels, including beginners. The anchorage point is located at a depth of five meters, where a rocky formation awaits. Here, divers can encounter fascinating marine creatures such as small octopuses, spetons, corvinas, and groupers. The dive site is particularly enchanting from June to December when these species are abundant. Located near the Monumento Natural Isla de San Andrés in Carboneras, Almeria, Andalusia, Spain, this dive site is a must-visit for those seeking a memorable diving adventure in the waters of Spain.

Diving Conditions Score for 3 EL ACUARIO

7
Good

Good diving conditions!
The score is based on a calculation of the current weather and sea conditions.

Dive Site Overview for 3 EL ACUARIO

Depth

15m

Visibility

14m

Experience Level

beginner

Weather Conditions for 3 EL ACUARIO

Wave Height

0.76m

Wind Speed

13.3 m/s

Water Temp

25.9°C

Visibility

40.52km

Cloud Cover

8%

Wave Period

3.5s

Air Temperature

30.7°C

Precipitation

0 mm

Detailed 7-Day Diving Forecast for 3 EL ACUARIO
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Dive Score Chart for 3 EL ACUARIO

Best time to dive: 6:00 with score 8.116877777777779/10. Water conditions: Waves 0.2m, Wind 6.8 m/s.Best night dive time: 0:00 with score 8.104517171717172/10.

Chart showing hourly dive conditions including wave height, wind speed, water temperature, and visibility throughout the day.

Sunrise at 3 EL ACUARIO: 06:00
Sunset at 3 EL ACUARIO: 18:00

Optimal diving conditions at 3 EL ACUARIO are affected by daylight hours. Sunrise occurs at 06:00 and sunset at 18:00, which impacts visibility and water temperature for scuba diving and snorkeling.

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Best Overall
6:00

Score: 8.1/10
Waves: 0.2m (2.4s), Wind: 6.8 m/s

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Best Night
0:00

Score: 8.1/10
Waves: 0.08m, Wind: 4.6 m/s

Seasonal Analysis for 3 EL ACUARIO
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Historical patterns and best seasons for diving at 3 EL ACUARIO

The dive score combines all factors to rate overall diving conditions throughout the year. Higher scores indicate better diving conditions.

Monthly Dive Score Analysis - Seasonal Diving Conditions

Higher values indicate better diving conditions

Seasonal DiveScore Chart

This chart displays monthly diveScore data throughout the year, showing seasonal patterns. The data is presented as a bar chart with an overlaid line graph.Dive scores range from 1 to 10, with 10 being optimal conditions.

Higher values indicate better diving conditions

Best Season for 3 EL ACUARIO

Winter

Avg. Score: 8.4/10

Winter offers the best overall diving conditions with calmer seas and better visibility, despite cooler temperatures.

Best Months for 3 EL ACUARIO

January
Score: 8.7
February
Score: 8.2
December
Score: 8.2

Ideal Conditions for 3 EL ACUARIO

Water Temp

Thermometer Emoji

26.9°C / 80.4°F

July

Visibility

Telescope Emoji

15.1m / 49.5ft

January

Wave Height

Wave Emoji

1.0m / 3.3ft

January

Wave Period

Wave Emoji

8.0s

January

Seasonal Insights for 3 EL ACUARIO

3 EL ACUARIO shows typical northern hemisphere patterns with July being the warmest month (26.9°C) and January the coldest (8.3°C). The calmest conditions typically occur in January with average wave heights of 1.0m and wave periods of 8.0s. The most comfortable wave conditions are in January with a low wave steepness ratio, creating gentler swells. January offers the longest wave periods (8.0s), creating more comfortable and predictable conditions for boat entries and exits. Ocean currents are slowest in January (0.5m/s) and strongest in January (0.5m/s). January is usually the driest month with 0.0mm of precipitation. For beginners, the best time to visit would be during January to March, when ocean conditions are calmer with long-period waves and currents are typically weaker. Experienced divers might enjoy the challenges and potentially better visibility during the shoulder seasons, with moderate currents that can improve marine life encounters.

Scoring Legend:
9-10 (Excellent)
7-8 (Good)
5-6 (Average)
3-4 (Poor)
1-2 (Dangerous)

Last updated: 1 min. ago - Jul 9, 2026

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