Balitown
Prepare to be amazed by the diverse marine life that calls this dive site home. Encounter the classical Gran Canaria wildlife, including trumpet fish, damsels, octopus, sepia, and the occasional rays that gracefully glide by to greet you. With a visibility of 14 meters and a maximum depth of 17 meters, this dive site offers an enchanting experience for divers of all levels, from beginners to advanced.
Located on Carretera General, Balito, Puerto Rico, Mogán, Las Palmas, Canary Islands, 35130, Spain, this dive site is easily accessible and promises an unforgettable adventure beneath the waves. Whether you are an experienced diver looking for a new challenge or a novice eager to explore the underwater world, this dive site has something special to offer. Prepare to dive into a captivating underwater realm and create memories that will last a lifetime.
Diving Conditions Score for Balitown
Good diving conditions!
The score is based on a calculation of the current weather and sea conditions.
Dive Site Overview for Balitown
Depth
17m
Visibility
14m
Experience Level
Weather Conditions for Balitown
Wave Height
0.52m
Wind Speed
4.2 m/s
Water Temp
21.9°C
Visibility
27.4km
Cloud Cover
0%
Wave Period
6.55s
Air Temperature
19.5°C
Precipitation
0 mm
Dive Score Chart for Balitown
Best time to dive: 6:00 with score 8.856744827586207/10. Water conditions: Waves 0.6m, Wind 2.3 m/s.Best night dive time: 5:00 with score 8.249847826086956/10.
Chart showing hourly dive conditions including wave height, wind speed, water temperature, and visibility throughout the day.
Optimal diving conditions at Balitown 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.
Score: 8.9/10
Waves: 0.6m (5.8s), Wind: 2.3 m/s
Score: 8.2/10
Waves: 0.6m, Wind: 3.3 m/s
Seasonal Analysis for BalitownAlpha
Historical patterns and best seasons for diving at Balitown
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 Balitown
Winter
Winter offers the best overall diving conditions with calmer seas and better visibility, despite cooler temperatures.
Best Months for Balitown
Ideal Conditions for Balitown
Water Temp
24.9°C / 76.8°F
July
Visibility
16.4m / 53.8ft
November
Wave Height
1.0m / 3.3ft
November
Wave Period
8.0s
January
Seasonal Insights for Balitown
Balitown shows typical northern hemisphere patterns with July being the warmest month (24.9°C) and January the coldest (14.8°C). The calmest conditions typically occur in November with average wave heights of 1.0m 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 17, 2026