Bela - Dive Spot
Bela is located in the Largest Natural Reef in Portugal - Armação de Pêra. It is situated 4 nautical miles from the coast, offering depths ranging from 15 to 22 meters. This dive site is protected by the bay, providing optimal diving conditions year-round.
Armação de Pêra Bay has been the subject of numerous studies, revealing the presence of over 800 distinct species. These include a variety of fish (116), invertebrates (649), and algae (50).
With a visibility of 7 meters and a maximum depth of 19 meters, Bela is suitable for divers of all skill levels, from beginners to advanced. Located in Alcantarilha, Alcantarilha e Pêra, Silves, Faro, 8365-908, Portugal, this dive site offers a remarkable underwater experience in the waters of Portugal.
Armação de Pêra Bay has been the subject of numerous studies, revealing the presence of over 800 distinct species. These include a variety of fish (116), invertebrates (649), and algae (50).
With a visibility of 7 meters and a maximum depth of 19 meters, Bela is suitable for divers of all skill levels, from beginners to advanced. Located in Alcantarilha, Alcantarilha e Pêra, Silves, Faro, 8365-908, Portugal, this dive site offers a remarkable underwater experience in the waters of Portugal.
Diving Conditions Score for Bela - Dive Spot
7
GoodGood diving conditions!
The score is based on a calculation of the current weather and sea conditions.
Dive Site Overview for Bela - Dive Spot
Depth
19m
Visibility
7m
Experience Level
beginner
advanced
Weather Conditions for Bela - Dive Spot
Wave Height
0.42m
Wind Speed
6.5 m/s
Water Temp
19.7°C
Visibility
22.96km
Cloud Cover
100%
Wave Period
5.6s
Air Temperature
21.5°C
Precipitation
0 mm
Detailed 7-Day Diving Forecast for Bela - Dive Spot
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Dive Score Chart for Bela - Dive Spot
Best time to dive: 7:00 with score 8.43147192982456/10. Water conditions: Waves 0.42m, Wind 4.7 m/s.Best night dive time: 23:00 with score 8.31047619047619/10.
Chart showing hourly dive conditions including wave height, wind speed, water temperature, and visibility throughout the day.
Sunrise at Bela - Dive Spot: 06:00
Sunset at Bela - Dive Spot: 18:00
Optimal diving conditions at Bela - Dive Spot 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
7:00Score: 8.4/10
Waves: 0.42m (5.7s), Wind: 4.7 m/s
Best Night
23:00Score: 8.3/10
Waves: 0.54m, Wind: 1.5 m/s
Seasonal Analysis for Bela - Dive SpotAlpha
Historical patterns and best seasons for diving at Bela - Dive Spot
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 Bela - Dive Spot
Winter
Avg. Score: 8.4/10
Winter offers the best overall diving conditions with calmer seas and better visibility, despite cooler temperatures.
Best Months for Bela - Dive Spot
January
Score: 8.5
February
Score: 8.4
December
Score: 8.3
Ideal Conditions for Bela - Dive Spot
Water Temp
26.2°C / 79.2°F
July
Visibility
15.0m / 49.2ft
November
Wave Height
1.1m / 3.6ft
February
Wave Period
8.0s
January
Seasonal Insights for Bela - Dive Spot
Bela - Dive Spot shows typical northern hemisphere patterns with July being the warmest month (26.2°C) and January the coldest (9.2°C). The calmest conditions typically occur in February with average wave heights of 1.1m and wave periods of 8.0s. The most comfortable wave conditions are in February 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 February to April, 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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