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4 PARED DE LAS GORGONIAS

This dive site offers a captivating underwater experience with its stunning gorgonians located between depths of 22m and 29m (maximum depth of 29m). As we descend the western slope of the Crater, we encounter an enchanting underwater valley that is renowned for its diverse and mesmerizing gorgonians, inviting us to closely explore their beauty.

The main attractions of this site include moray eels, particularly conger eels, as well as gorgonians and anemones. Furthermore, don't forget to look up, as there is a chance to witness tuna hunting in the surrounding waters.

With a visibility of 14m, this dive site is recommended for advanced divers seeking an extraordinary underwater adventure. Located near the Monumento Natural Isla de San Andrés, along the Paseo Marítimo in Carboneras, Almeria, Andalusia, Spain, it provides a convenient diving location in this captivating country.

Diving Conditions Score for 4 PARED DE LAS GORGONIAS

7
Good

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

Dive Site Overview for 4 PARED DE LAS GORGONIAS

Depth

22m

Visibility

14m

Experience Level

advanced

Weather Conditions for 4 PARED DE LAS GORGONIAS

Wave Height

1m

Wind Speed

15.5 m/s

Water Temp

23.2°C

Visibility

44.46km

Cloud Cover

26%

Wave Period

4.6s

Air Temperature

29°C

Precipitation

0 mm

Detailed 7-Day Diving Forecast for 4 PARED DE LAS GORGONIAS
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Dive Score Chart for 4 PARED DE LAS GORGONIAS

Best time to dive: 17:00 with score 7.198199999999999/10. Water conditions: Waves 1.06m, Wind 27.1 m/s.Best night dive time: 22:00 with score 6.8500000000000005/10.

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

Sunrise at 4 PARED DE LAS GORGONIAS: 06:00
Sunset at 4 PARED DE LAS GORGONIAS: 18:00

Optimal diving conditions at 4 PARED DE LAS GORGONIAS 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
17:00

Score: 7.2/10
Waves: 1.06m (4.65s), Wind: 27.1 m/s

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Best Night
22:00

Score: 6.9/10
Waves: 0.96m, Wind: 13.8 m/s

Seasonal Analysis for 4 PARED DE LAS GORGONIAS
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Historical patterns and best seasons for diving at 4 PARED DE LAS GORGONIAS

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 4 PARED DE LAS GORGONIAS

Winter

Avg. Score: 9.8/10

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

Best Months for 4 PARED DE LAS GORGONIAS

January
Score: 10.0
February
Score: 9.8
December
Score: 9.7

Ideal Conditions for 4 PARED DE LAS GORGONIAS

Water Temp

Thermometer Emoji

23.7°C / 74.7°F

June

Visibility

Telescope Emoji

20.1m / 65.9ft

October

Wave Height

Wave Emoji

0.2m / 0.7ft

January

Wave Period

Wave Emoji

8.0s

January

Seasonal Insights for 4 PARED DE LAS GORGONIAS

4 PARED DE LAS GORGONIAS shows typical northern hemisphere patterns with June being the warmest month (23.7°C) and December the coldest (19.7°C). The calmest conditions typically occur in January with average wave heights of 0.2m 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 - Jun 22, 2026

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