Cagaires
The platform where we begin our dive is teeming with marine life. Keep an eye out for salemas, two-banded seabream, and groupers hiding in the crevices. The barracudas add an extra thrill to the dive. Inside the cavern, be prepared to encounter nudibranches, moray eels, and the elusive congers.
This dive spot, situated in the East of Illa del Aire within the Marine Reserve, is hailed as one of the top diving destinations in Menorca. Its unique tunnel-like structure with multiple levels creates a breathtaking landscape of galleries. The play of light and shadows is simply mesmerizing. This dive experience is highly recommended for divers of all skill levels.
Within the tunnel, you'll discover hidden holes that serve as shelter for moray eels and congers. The rocks lining the gallery are home to barracudas and a variety of colorful nudibranchs. With excellent visibility of 22m and a maximum depth of 20m, this dive site promises an unforgettable adventure for beginners and seasoned divers alike.
Join us at this captivating dive site near Far de l'illa de l'Aire, Cami del Port fins el Far, Punta Prima, Sant Lluís, Menorca, Balearic Islands, Spain, and explore the underwater wonders of the Spanish coast.
Diving Conditions Score for Cagaires
Very good diving conditions!
The score is based on a calculation of the current weather and sea conditions.
Dive Site Overview for Cagaires
Depth
20m
Visibility
22m
Experience Level
Weather Conditions for Cagaires
Wave Height
0.54m
Wind Speed
2.5 m/s
Water Temp
24.9°C
Visibility
34.86km
Cloud Cover
0%
Wave Period
4.7s
Air Temperature
26.3°C
Precipitation
0 mm
Dive Score Chart for Cagaires
Best time to dive: 6:00 with score 9.033970609318995/10. Water conditions: Waves 0.64m, Wind 4.8 m/s.Best night dive time: 22:00 with score 8.967446808510639/10.
Chart showing hourly dive conditions including wave height, wind speed, water temperature, and visibility throughout the day.
Optimal diving conditions at Cagaires 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: 9.0/10
Waves: 0.64m (4.65s), Wind: 4.8 m/s
Score: 9.0/10
Waves: 0.5m, Wind: 1.5 m/s
Seasonal Analysis for CagairesAlpha
Historical patterns and best seasons for diving at Cagaires
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 Cagaires
Winter
Winter offers the best overall diving conditions with calmer seas and better visibility, despite cooler temperatures.
Best Months for Cagaires
Ideal Conditions for Cagaires
Water Temp
24.0°C / 75.2°F
June
Visibility
20.1m / 65.9ft
October
Wave Height
0.2m / 0.7ft
January
Wave Period
8.0s
January
Seasonal Insights for Cagaires
Cagaires shows typical northern hemisphere patterns with June being the warmest month (24.0°C) and December the coldest (20.0°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 21, 2026