Bau de la Ferrera
The walls surrounding the reef are teeming with diverse marine life, including sar, lobster, conger eel, ray, flabelline, dalmatian dory, and scabbardfish. This underwater paradise is just a short 3-minute boat ride away from the Montjoi Diving Center. The dive itself spans 150 meters in length, starting at a shallow depth of 1 meter and gradually descending to around 30 meters. Most of the captivating sights can be found between depths of 10 to 25 meters. Additionally, nearby the rock, the remnants of a wreck are still visible.
Located in Camí de Ronda, Roses, Upper Empordà, Girona, Catalonia, 11748, Spain, the Bau de la Ferrera is a must-visit location for divers seeking an unforgettable underwater adventure. Experience the beauty of these clear waters and immerse yourself in the vibrant marine ecosystem.
Diving Conditions Score for Bau de la Ferrera
Very good diving conditions!
The score is based on a calculation of the current weather and sea conditions.
Dive Site Overview for Bau de la Ferrera
Depth
22m
Visibility
12m
Experience Level
Weather Conditions for Bau de la Ferrera
Wave Height
0.2m
Wind Speed
3.9 m/s
Water Temp
22.6°C
Visibility
33.68km
Cloud Cover
0%
Wave Period
4.5s
Air Temperature
23.6°C
Precipitation
0 mm
Dive Score Chart for Bau de la Ferrera
Best time to dive: 6:00 with score 9.653333333333332/10. Water conditions: Waves 0.3m, Wind 1.1 m/s.Best night dive time: 5:00 with score 9.125555555555556/10.
Chart showing hourly dive conditions including wave height, wind speed, water temperature, and visibility throughout the day.
Optimal diving conditions at Bau de la Ferrera 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: 9.7/10
Waves: 0.3m (4.8s), Wind: 1.1 m/s
Score: 9.1/10
Waves: 0.32m, Wind: 1.3 m/s
Seasonal Analysis for Bau de la FerreraAlpha
Historical patterns and best seasons for diving at Bau de la Ferrera
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 Bau de la Ferrera
Winter
Winter offers the best overall diving conditions with calmer seas and better visibility, despite cooler temperatures.
Best Months for Bau de la Ferrera
Ideal Conditions for Bau de la Ferrera
Water Temp
24.2°C / 75.6°F
June
Visibility
20.1m / 65.9ft
October
Wave Height
0.2m / 0.7ft
January
Wave Period
8.0s
January
Seasonal Insights for Bau de la Ferrera
Bau de la Ferrera shows typical northern hemisphere patterns with June being the warmest month (24.2°C) and December the coldest (20.2°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