Agios Pavlos - Amorgos Diving
When exploring the "Caribbean Finger," you'll have the chance to encounter fascinating marine life such as cuttlefish, often seen swimming in groups, and the colorful rainbow wrasse known for their curious nature. As you navigate through the dive site, you'll also notice the presence of large black sponges scattered across the ocean floor.
The seabed at this location is composed of layered skirts, creating a captivating topography that gradually descends to various depths while remaining within a shallow range. The mixture of sand and Neptune grass, specifically the Posidonia oceana, contributes to the intriguing landscape. Exploring this underwater wonderland, you'll also stumble upon hidden treasures like mermaids' cups and octopus gardens.
With impressive visibility reaching up to 26 meters and a maximum depth of 14 meters, the "Caribbean Finger" offers optimal conditions for a memorable diving experience. Whether you're a beginner looking to take your first dive or an advanced diver seeking a new adventure, this dive site is guaranteed to impress.
Located near the charming area of Agios Pavlos within the municipality of Amorgos, in the Naxos Regional Unit of the South Aegean region, the "Caribbean Finger" is easily accessible. Immerse yourself in the wonders of this captivating dive site and create unforgettable memories in the crystal-clear waters of Greece.
Diving Conditions Score for Agios Pavlos - Amorgos Diving
Good diving conditions!
The score is based on a calculation of the current weather and sea conditions.
Dive Site Overview for Agios Pavlos - Amorgos Diving
Depth
14m
Visibility
26m
Experience Level
Weather Conditions for Agios Pavlos - Amorgos Diving
Wave Height
1.16m
Wind Speed
15.5 m/s
Water Temp
22.2°C
Visibility
38km
Cloud Cover
0%
Wave Period
4.65s
Air Temperature
23.5°C
Precipitation
0 mm
Dive Score Chart for Agios Pavlos - Amorgos Diving
Best time to dive: 8:00 with score 7.006666666666668/10. Water conditions: Waves 1.02m, Wind 17.7 m/s.Best night dive time: 23:00 with score 6.6000000000000005/10.
Chart showing hourly dive conditions including wave height, wind speed, water temperature, and visibility throughout the day.
Optimal diving conditions at Agios Pavlos - Amorgos Diving 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.
Score: 7.0/10
Waves: 1.02m (4.3s), Wind: 17.7 m/s
Score: 6.6/10
Waves: 1.02m, Wind: 14.5 m/s
Seasonal Analysis for Agios Pavlos - Amorgos DivingAlpha
Historical patterns and best seasons for diving at Agios Pavlos - Amorgos Diving
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 Agios Pavlos - Amorgos Diving
Winter
Winter offers the best overall diving conditions with calmer seas and better visibility, despite cooler temperatures.
Best Months for Agios Pavlos - Amorgos Diving
Ideal Conditions for Agios Pavlos - Amorgos Diving
Water Temp
24.5°C / 76.1°F
August
Visibility
12.0m / 39.4ft
May
Wave Height
1.9m / 6.2ft
December
Wave Period
8.0s
January
Seasonal Insights for Agios Pavlos - Amorgos Diving
Agios Pavlos - Amorgos Diving shows typical northern hemisphere patterns with August being the warmest month (24.5°C) and January the coldest (7.3°C). The calmest conditions typically occur in December with average wave heights of 1.9m and wave periods of 8.0s. The most comfortable wave conditions are in December 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). April is usually the driest month with 0.0mm of precipitation. For beginners, the best time to visit would be during December to February, 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.
Last updated: 1 min. ago - Jun 23, 2026