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Arenas

Discover the breathtaking underwater world of Cape Verde with a dive at Ribeira da Aguda in Paul. This dive site offers a stunning reef landscape with large isolated blocks of rocks that will captivate divers of all levels.

As you dive along the sandy seabed and explore the vibrant reef, you'll be delighted by the abundance of marine life surrounding you. Expect to encounter schools of fish swimming gracefully by your side, creating a mesmerizing underwater spectacle. Keep an eye out for small arenas where rays and turtles make occasional appearances, adding to the excitement of your dive.

For a truly unforgettable experience, conclude your dive in a magnificent cavern adorned with an arch teeming with schools of fish. This awe-inspiring underwater feature will leave you in awe as you marvel at the beauty of nature's aquatic creations.

With an average depth of 8 meters and a maximum depth of 14 meters, this dive site is suitable for beginners who wish to embark on an unforgettable underwater adventure in Cape Verde. Don't worry about visibility, as the crystal-clear waters provide a remarkable visibility of 23 meters, allowing you to fully appreciate the underwater scenery.

Prepare to encounter a diverse array of marine species during your dive, including groupers, gunnards, damselfish, trumpets, nurse sharks, rays, turtles, nudibranchs, frogfish, parrotfish, octopuses, and more. The underwater world at Ribeira da Aguda is a true treasure trove of marine biodiversity, offering something for every underwater enthusiast.

Immerse yourself in the wonders of the deep blue sea at Ribeira da Aguda and create lifelong memories as you explore this remarkable Cape Verde dive site.

Diving Conditions Score for Arenas

7.1
Good

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

Dive Site Overview for Arenas

Depth

17m

Visibility

23m

Experience Level

beginner

Weather Conditions for Arenas

Wave Height

1.34m

Wind Speed

25.1 m/s

Water Temp

24.9°C

Visibility

30.68km

Cloud Cover

0%

Wave Period

6.65s

Air Temperature

24°C

Precipitation

0 mm

Detailed 7-Day Diving Forecast for Arenas
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Dive Score Chart for Arenas

Best time to dive: 8:00 with score 7.202166666666666/10. Water conditions: Waves 1.14m, Wind 30.5 m/s.Best night dive time: 20:00 with score 6.544333333333333/10.

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

Sunrise at Arenas: 06:00
Sunset at Arenas: 18:00

Optimal diving conditions at Arenas 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
8:00

Score: 7.2/10
Waves: 1.14m (6.35s), Wind: 30.5 m/s

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Best Night
20:00

Score: 6.5/10
Waves: 1.34m, Wind: 25.3 m/s

Seasonal Analysis for Arenas
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Historical patterns and best seasons for diving at Arenas

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 Arenas

Winter

Avg. Score: 10.0/10

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

Best Months for Arenas

January
Score: 10.0
February
Score: 10.0
March
Score: 10.0

Ideal Conditions for Arenas

Water Temp

Thermometer Emoji

21.7°C / 71.1°F

June

Visibility

Telescope Emoji

20.1m / 65.9ft

May

Wave Height

Wave Emoji

0.2m / 0.7ft

January

Wave Period

Wave Emoji

8.0s

January

Seasonal Insights for Arenas

Arenas shows typical northern hemisphere patterns with June being the warmest month (21.7°C) and December the coldest (17.7°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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