Almendra
With its flat area and steep wall, Almendra provides the perfect environment for training, further education, and exciting deep dives. As you explore the diverse underwater world, you'll encounter a wide variety of marine life, from small shrimp to majestic sharks. Keep an eye out for schools of barracudas and the fascinating inhabitants of the reef, such as crabs.
Located right at the new harbor, Almendra offers easy access for divers of all levels. The shallow area of the reef begins at a depth of 10m, allowing beginners to comfortably enter the site. Experienced divers can venture towards the steep wall, which plummets to a maximum depth of 60m. For those looking to explore the flat area, head towards the large piled stones near the harbor, where you'll find an abundance of curious crabs.
With a visibility of 16m and a maximum depth of 22m, Almendra provides ideal conditions for divers to enjoy their underwater adventure. Whether you're seeking excitement, training opportunities, or simply to immerse yourself in the beauty of the underwater world, Almendra is the perfect dive site for you.
Join us at Almendra in the Dominican Republic, conveniently located near A, Andrés, Santo Domingo, 15700, and experience the wonders that await you beneath the surface.
Diving Conditions Score for Almendra
Very good diving conditions!
The score is based on a calculation of the current weather and sea conditions.
Dive Site Overview for Almendra
Depth
22m
Visibility
16m
Experience Level
Weather Conditions for Almendra
Wave Height
0.88m
Wind Speed
7.7 m/s
Water Temp
28.5°C
Visibility
16.7km
Cloud Cover
95%
Wave Period
6s
Air Temperature
27.7°C
Precipitation
0 mm
Dive Score Chart for Almendra
Best time to dive: 11:00 with score 7.944133333333333/10. Water conditions: Waves 0.9m, Wind 5.5 m/s.Best night dive time: 23:00 with score 7.010133333333334/10.
Chart showing hourly dive conditions including wave height, wind speed, water temperature, and visibility throughout the day.
Optimal diving conditions at Almendra 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: 7.9/10
Waves: 0.9m (6s), Wind: 5.5 m/s
Score: 7.0/10
Waves: 0.94m, Wind: 12.9 m/s
Seasonal Analysis for AlmendraAlpha
Historical patterns and best seasons for diving at Almendra
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 Almendra
Winter
Winter offers the best overall diving conditions with calmer seas and better visibility, despite cooler temperatures.
Best Months for Almendra
Ideal Conditions for Almendra
Water Temp
26.8°C / 80.2°F
June
Visibility
14.8m / 48.6ft
December
Wave Height
1.1m / 3.6ft
January
Wave Period
8.0s
January
Seasonal Insights for Almendra
Almendra shows typical northern hemisphere patterns with June being the warmest month (26.8°C) and December the coldest (20.2°C). The calmest conditions typically occur in January with average wave heights of 1.1m 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 0.2mm 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.
Last updated: 1 min. ago - Jun 18, 2026