Baía do Forte
Discover the captivating dive site situated in the bay surrounding the historic Forte de São João Baptista, located in Peniche, Leiria, Portugal. Embrace the opportunity to immerse yourself in the underwater world filled with vibrant marine life, including schools of cow or two-banded sea bream, magnificent octopi, elusive cuttlefish, and fascinating nudibranch. Dive amidst picturesque formations like the renowned "Muxinga" or Whale Rock, leading you to enchanting spots such as the Blue Cave and the Lobster Cave, which paradoxically host an array of triggerfish.
While exploring this mesmerizing dive site, it is important to exercise caution around scorpionfish and sea urchins. With a visibility of approximately 10 meters and a maximum depth of 16 meters, this dive site is ideal for advanced divers seeking an adventurous and awe-inspiring underwater experience. Embark on an unforgettable diving journey in Portugal's azure waters at this extraordinary dive location near the historical Forte de São João Baptista.
While exploring this mesmerizing dive site, it is important to exercise caution around scorpionfish and sea urchins. With a visibility of approximately 10 meters and a maximum depth of 16 meters, this dive site is ideal for advanced divers seeking an adventurous and awe-inspiring underwater experience. Embark on an unforgettable diving journey in Portugal's azure waters at this extraordinary dive location near the historical Forte de São João Baptista.
Diving Conditions Score for Baía do Forte
5.6
AverageAverage conditions, be alert.
The score is based on a calculation of the current weather and sea conditions.
Dive Site Overview for Baía do Forte
Depth
16m
Visibility
10m
Experience Level
advanced
Weather Conditions for Baía do Forte
Wave Height
1m
Wind Speed
11 m/s
Water Temp
17.9°C
Visibility
16.72km
Cloud Cover
100%
Wave Period
6.5s
Air Temperature
19.2°C
Precipitation
0 mm
Detailed 7-Day Diving Forecast for Baía do Forte
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Dive Score Chart for Baía do Forte
Best time to dive: 11:00 with score 6.84030303030303/10. Water conditions: Waves 0.96m, Wind 7 m/s.Best night dive time: 2:00 with score 6.917029032258064/10.
Chart showing hourly dive conditions including wave height, wind speed, water temperature, and visibility throughout the day.
Sunrise at Baía do Forte: 06:00
Sunset at Baía do Forte: 18:00
Optimal diving conditions at Baía do Forte 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
2:00Score: 6.9/10
Waves: 0.76m (6.2s), Wind: 4.3 m/s
Safest Overall
12:00Score: 6.8/10
Waves: 0.98m (6.65s), Wind: 6.7 m/s
Best Day
11:00Score: 6.8/10
Waves: 0.96m, Wind: 7 m/s
Seasonal Analysis for Baía do ForteAlpha
Historical patterns and best seasons for diving at Baía do Forte
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 Baía do Forte
Winter
Avg. Score: 9.9/10
Winter offers the best overall diving conditions with calmer seas and better visibility, despite cooler temperatures.
Best Months for Baía do Forte
January
Score: 10.0
February
Score: 9.9
December
Score: 9.8
Ideal Conditions for Baía do Forte
Water Temp
23.9°C / 75.0°F
June
Visibility
20.1m / 65.9ft
October
Wave Height
0.2m / 0.7ft
January
Wave Period
8.0s
January
Seasonal Insights for Baía do Forte
Baía do Forte shows typical northern hemisphere patterns with June being the warmest month (23.9°C) and December the coldest (19.9°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 22, 2026
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