Atalaya
Located in the northern area of Lobos Island in Spain, this deep dive spot offers a thrilling experience for advanced and expert divers. With a maximum depth of 31m and visibility up to 16m, this site is restricted to those with the necessary skills and experience.
As you descend from the volcanic platform at approximately 22m, you'll be treated to a breathtaking underwater landscape. Follow the ridg towards the north and discover an awe-inspiring overhang adorned with cracks and tunnels. Here, you'll find a rich diversity of marine life, including lobsters, hermit crabs, nudibranches, sponges, and anemones.
The abundance of marine species at this dive spot is truly remarkable. Keep an eye out for barracudas, dusky and common groupers, breams, and rays, as they frequently grace this underwater paradise with their presence.
Prepare for an unforgettable diving experience at this exclusive dive site in Lobos Island, Spain.
As you descend from the volcanic platform at approximately 22m, you'll be treated to a breathtaking underwater landscape. Follow the ridg towards the north and discover an awe-inspiring overhang adorned with cracks and tunnels. Here, you'll find a rich diversity of marine life, including lobsters, hermit crabs, nudibranches, sponges, and anemones.
The abundance of marine species at this dive spot is truly remarkable. Keep an eye out for barracudas, dusky and common groupers, breams, and rays, as they frequently grace this underwater paradise with their presence.
Prepare for an unforgettable diving experience at this exclusive dive site in Lobos Island, Spain.
Diving Conditions Score for Atalaya
6.5
Above AverageDecent conditions, proceed with caution.
The score is based on a calculation of the current weather and sea conditions.
Dive Site Overview for Atalaya
Depth
31m
Visibility
16m
Experience Level
advanced
expert
Weather Conditions for Atalaya
Wave Height
1.16m
Wind Speed
23.7 m/s
Water Temp
21.2°C
Visibility
22km
Cloud Cover
99%
Wave Period
6.9s
Air Temperature
22.6°C
Precipitation
0 mm
Detailed 7-Day Diving Forecast for Atalaya
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Dive Score Chart for Atalaya
Best time to dive: 12:00 with score 7.032136363636364/10. Water conditions: Waves 1.12m, Wind 23.7 m/s.Best night dive time: 23:00 with score 6.465433333333333/10.
Chart showing hourly dive conditions including wave height, wind speed, water temperature, and visibility throughout the day.
Sunrise at Atalaya: 06:00
Sunset at Atalaya: 18:00
Optimal diving conditions at Atalaya 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.
Best Overall
12:00Score: 7.0/10
Waves: 1.12m (7.7s), Wind: 23.7 m/s
Safest Overall
11:00Score: 7.0/10
Waves: 1.12m (7.75s), Wind: 19.7 m/s
Best Night
23:00Score: 6.5/10
Waves: 1.16m, Wind: 15.3 m/s
Seasonal Analysis for AtalayaAlpha
Historical patterns and best seasons for diving at Atalaya
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 Atalaya
Winter
Avg. Score: 8.5/10
Winter offers the best overall diving conditions with calmer seas and better visibility, despite cooler temperatures.
Best Months for Atalaya
January
Score: 8.6
December
Score: 8.5
February
Score: 8.4
Ideal Conditions for Atalaya
Water Temp
23.7°C / 74.7°F
July
Visibility
12.9m / 42.3ft
November
Wave Height
1.8m / 5.9ft
November
Wave Period
8.0s
January
Seasonal Insights for Atalaya
Atalaya shows typical northern hemisphere patterns with July being the warmest month (23.7°C) and January the coldest (14.1°C). The calmest conditions typically occur in November with average wave heights of 1.8m and wave periods of 8.0s. The most comfortable wave conditions are in November 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 November to January, 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
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