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Baja Fria

Located close to the coastline, this dive site offers a unique underwater topography. The slope gradually descends to a stunning drop-off starting at a depth of 20 meters. As you explore further, you'll reach your maximum allowed dive depth and begin ascending to a plateau situated at 6 meters. Along the way, divers have the opportunity to traverse a small swim-through before completing their safety stop.

The drop-off is adorned with a mesmerizing forest of black corals, creating a captivating underwater landscape. The slope, on the other hand, is teeming with vibrant sea stars, adding bursts of color to the surroundings. And if you're lucky, you might even encounter a majestic giant lobster in the swim-through.

This dive site is a favorite among advanced and expert divers alike, as it offers an exhilarating experience akin to skydiving. The drop-off provides a thrilling sense of freedom, while the lime-green coral forest serves as a breathtaking visual spectacle.

With an impressive visibility of 24 meters, divers will have the opportunity to fully immerse themselves in the underwater wonders of this site. The maximum depth of 29 meters ensures a challenging and rewarding adventure for those with the necessary experience.

Situated off the coast of Spain, specifically in Galería de Ícota, Carretera La Restinga, Taibique, La Restinga, El Pinar de El Hierro, Santa Cruz de Tenerife, Canary Islands, this dive site offers a unique and unforgettable diving experience in Spanish waters.

Diving Conditions Score for Baja Fria

7.3
Good

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

Dive Site Overview for Baja Fria

Depth

29m

Visibility

24m

Experience Level

advanced
expert

Weather Conditions for Baja Fria

Wave Height

0.82m

Wind Speed

8.2 m/s

Water Temp

23.8°C

Visibility

33.2km

Cloud Cover

0%

Wave Period

8s

Air Temperature

23.9°C

Precipitation

0 mm

Detailed 7-Day Diving Forecast for Baja Fria
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Dive Score Chart for Baja Fria

Best time to dive: 6:00 with score 8.610903406326035/10. Water conditions: Waves 0.72m, Wind 4.3 m/s.Best night dive time: 5:00 with score 8.019450980392158/10.

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

Sunrise at Baja Fria: 06:00
Sunset at Baja Fria: 18:00

Optimal diving conditions at Baja Fria 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
6:00

Score: 8.6/10
Waves: 0.72m (6.85s), Wind: 4.3 m/s

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Best Night
5:00

Score: 8.0/10
Waves: 0.72m, Wind: 5.1 m/s

Seasonal Analysis for Baja Fria
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Historical patterns and best seasons for diving at Baja Fria

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 Baja Fria

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 Baja Fria

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

Ideal Conditions for Baja Fria

Water Temp

Thermometer Emoji

22.8°C / 73.0°F

June

Visibility

Telescope Emoji

20.1m / 65.9ft

October

Wave Height

Wave Emoji

0.2m / 0.7ft

January

Wave Period

Wave Emoji

8.0s

January

Seasonal Insights for Baja Fria

Baja Fria shows typical northern hemisphere patterns with June being the warmest month (22.8°C) and December the coldest (18.8°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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