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Barco Chino

Explore the magnificent underwater world through a majestic rock formation that acts as a gateway to a mesmerizing plateau, situated at a depth of 18m. As you approach the edge, two enchanting towers come into view, adding an element of mystery and awe to your dive. Prepare yourself for an exhilarating underwater adventure filled with an intricate network of holes, caverns, and swim-throughs. Dive into the beauty of landscape diving at its absolute finest!

Discover a lively and diverse marine ecosystem, home to an array of captivating marine life. Keep an eye out for the impressive presence of large groupers and macronese groupers that grace the waters. Explore the hidden recesses of the holes and you may be lucky enough to spot elusive lobsters, bear crabs, lancet ghost crabs, and elegant morays.

This captivating dive site is perfectly suited for both beginners and advanced divers, offering an unforgettable experience for all skill levels. Even without an abundance of fish, the sheer magnificence of diving through ancient volcano rocks creates a spectacle that will leave you in awe.

With a remarkable visibility of 22m and a maximum depth of 21m, this underwater paradise is located in El Pinar, El Pinar de El Hierro, Santa Cruz de Tenerife, Canary Islands, Spain. Immerse yourself in the wonders of the Spanish waters and indulge in the unparalleled beauty of this remarkable dive site.

Diving Conditions Score for Barco Chino

6.5
Above Average

Decent conditions, proceed with caution.
The score is based on a calculation of the current weather and sea conditions.

Dive Site Overview for Barco Chino

Depth

21m

Visibility

22m

Experience Level

beginner
advanced

Weather Conditions for Barco Chino

Wave Height

1.16m

Wind Speed

15.6 m/s

Water Temp

22.5°C

Visibility

23.46km

Cloud Cover

6%

Wave Period

6.05s

Air Temperature

19.3°C

Precipitation

0 mm

Detailed 7-Day Diving Forecast for Barco Chino
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Dive Score Chart for Barco Chino

Best time to dive: 15:00 with score 7.113333333333333/10. Water conditions: Waves 1.04m, Wind 13.4 m/s.Best night dive time: 18:00 with score 6.4924333333333335/10.

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

Sunrise at Barco Chino: 06:00
Sunset at Barco Chino: 18:00

Optimal diving conditions at Barco Chino 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
15:00

Score: 7.1/10
Waves: 1.04m (6.15s), Wind: 13.4 m/s

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Best Night
18:00

Score: 6.5/10
Waves: 1.02m, Wind: 15.2 m/s

Seasonal Analysis for Barco Chino
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Historical patterns and best seasons for diving at Barco Chino

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 Barco Chino

Winter

Avg. Score: 9.1/10

Winter offers the best overall diving conditions with calmer seas and better visibility, despite cooler temperatures.

Best Months for Barco Chino

January
Score: 9.2
December
Score: 9.1
February
Score: 8.9

Ideal Conditions for Barco Chino

Water Temp

Thermometer Emoji

24.1°C / 75.4°F

July

Visibility

Telescope Emoji

16.1m / 52.8ft

October

Wave Height

Wave Emoji

0.9m / 3.0ft

January

Wave Period

Wave Emoji

8.0s

January

Seasonal Insights for Barco Chino

Barco Chino shows typical northern hemisphere patterns with July being the warmest month (24.1°C) and January the coldest (15.2°C). The calmest conditions typically occur in January with average wave heights of 0.9m 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 15, 2026

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