Bahia de Los Cancajos
Discover the beauty of Los Cancajos bay, a stunning location in Spain's Canary Islands, ideal for Try Scuba, courses, and snorkeling. With its calm and protected waters, this confined area provides the perfect opportunity to explore the vibrant marine life that resides here, all without the need to dive too deep.
Within the bay's rocky formations, you'll encounter a fascinating array of reef fish, including colorful Parrotfish, playful Damselfish, graceful Trumpetfish, and adorable Pufferfish. And if you venture out onto the sandy seabed, keep an eye out for Lizardfish and flounders blending seamlessly with their surroundings.
With a visibility of 13m and a maximum depth of 12m, Los Cancajos bay is suitable for divers of all levels, making it an excellent choice for beginners looking to embark on their underwater adventures. Immerse yourself in the wonders of this enchanting underwater realm and create unforgettable memories in this breathtaking dive site near Punta de la Arena, Los Cancajos, San Antonio, Breña Baja, and Santa Cruz de Tenerife.
Experience the best of Spanish diving at Los Cancajos bay, where every dive is a journey into an underwater paradise.
Within the bay's rocky formations, you'll encounter a fascinating array of reef fish, including colorful Parrotfish, playful Damselfish, graceful Trumpetfish, and adorable Pufferfish. And if you venture out onto the sandy seabed, keep an eye out for Lizardfish and flounders blending seamlessly with their surroundings.
With a visibility of 13m and a maximum depth of 12m, Los Cancajos bay is suitable for divers of all levels, making it an excellent choice for beginners looking to embark on their underwater adventures. Immerse yourself in the wonders of this enchanting underwater realm and create unforgettable memories in this breathtaking dive site near Punta de la Arena, Los Cancajos, San Antonio, Breña Baja, and Santa Cruz de Tenerife.
Experience the best of Spanish diving at Los Cancajos bay, where every dive is a journey into an underwater paradise.
Diving Conditions Score for Bahia de Los Cancajos
6.6
Above AverageDecent conditions, proceed with caution.
The score is based on a calculation of the current weather and sea conditions.
Dive Site Overview for Bahia de Los Cancajos
Depth
12m
Visibility
13m
Experience Level
beginner
Weather Conditions for Bahia de Los Cancajos
Wave Height
0.48m
Wind Speed
12.5 m/s
Water Temp
23.6°C
Visibility
1.22km
Cloud Cover
5%
Wave Period
7.3s
Air Temperature
23.1°C
Precipitation
0 mm
Detailed 7-Day Diving Forecast for Bahia de Los Cancajos
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Dive Score Chart for Bahia de Los Cancajos
Best time to dive: 6:00 with score 8.212049765258216/10. Water conditions: Waves 0.5m, Wind 8.1 m/s.Best night dive time: 3:00 with score 7.743563218390804/10.
Chart showing hourly dive conditions including wave height, wind speed, water temperature, and visibility throughout the day.
Sunrise at Bahia de Los Cancajos: 06:00
Sunset at Bahia de Los Cancajos: 18:00
Optimal diving conditions at Bahia de Los Cancajos 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
6:00Score: 8.2/10
Waves: 0.5m (7.1s), Wind: 8.1 m/s
Best Night
3:00Score: 7.7/10
Waves: 0.5m, Wind: 7.9 m/s
Seasonal Analysis for Bahia de Los CancajosAlpha
Historical patterns and best seasons for diving at Bahia de Los Cancajos
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 Bahia de Los Cancajos
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 Bahia de Los Cancajos
January
Score: 10.0
February
Score: 10.0
March
Score: 10.0
Ideal Conditions for Bahia de Los Cancajos
Water Temp
22.9°C / 73.2°F
June
Visibility
20.1m / 65.9ft
October
Wave Height
0.2m / 0.7ft
January
Wave Period
8.0s
January
Seasonal Insights for Bahia de Los Cancajos
Bahia de Los Cancajos shows typical northern hemisphere patterns with June being the warmest month (22.9°C) and December the coldest (18.9°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.
Last updated: 1 min. ago - Jun 21, 2026
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