Americano
Diving at Americano offers the opportunity to encounter a variety of fascinating marine species, including sea breams, sand perch, parrotfish, octopus, and a thriving population of nudibranchs. The abundant marine life and vibrant ecosystem make Americano a must-visit dive site in Greece.
With a visibility of 19 meters and a maximum depth of 14 meters, Americano provides excellent conditions for underwater exploration. Whether you're a beginner or an advanced diver, this site offers an unforgettable experience. Located near Κ. Κονταραίνης, Municipal Unit of Apollonioi, Δήμος Λευκάδας, Lefkada Regional Unit, Ioanian Islands, Peloponnese, Western Greece and the Ionian, Greece, Americano is easily accessible for divers in the area.
Plan your dive at Americano and immerse yourself in the beauty of Greece's underwater world. Experience the thrill of diving at this remarkable site and create memories that will last a lifetime.
Diving Conditions Score for Americano
Excellent diving conditions!
The score is based on a calculation of the current weather and sea conditions.
Dive Site Overview for Americano
Depth
14m
Visibility
19m
Experience Level
Weather Conditions for Americano
Wave Height
0.16m
Wind Speed
3.9 m/s
Water Temp
24.1°C
Visibility
40.24km
Cloud Cover
5%
Wave Period
3.75s
Air Temperature
26.6°C
Precipitation
0 mm
Dive Score Chart for Americano
Best time to dive: 6:00 with score 9.470288888888888/10. Water conditions: Waves 0.16m, Wind 3.9 m/s.Best night dive time: 5:00 with score 9.008588888888887/10.
Chart showing hourly dive conditions including wave height, wind speed, water temperature, and visibility throughout the day.
Optimal diving conditions at Americano 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: 9.5/10
Waves: 0.16m (3.75s), Wind: 3.9 m/s
Score: 9.0/10
Waves: 0.16m, Wind: 3.4 m/s
Seasonal Analysis for AmericanoAlpha
Historical patterns and best seasons for diving at Americano
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 Americano
Winter
Winter offers the best overall diving conditions with calmer seas and better visibility, despite cooler temperatures.
Best Months for Americano
Ideal Conditions for Americano
Water Temp
26.8°C / 80.2°F
August
Visibility
16.2m / 53.1ft
December
Wave Height
0.7m / 2.3ft
February
Wave Period
8.0s
January
Seasonal Insights for Americano
Americano shows typical northern hemisphere patterns with July being the warmest month (28.4°C) and January the coldest (6.2°C). The calmest conditions typically occur in February with average wave heights of 0.7m and wave periods of 8.0s. The most comfortable wave conditions are in February 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). March is usually the driest month with 0.0mm of precipitation. For beginners, the best time to visit would be during February to April, 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 20, 2026