Cala Canyelles
Divers can expect a wide variety of marine life encounters during this dive. Notable sightings include anemones, crabs residing within them, sea urchins, bream, and sea bream.
Located just a few meters away from the port is Cala Canyelles beach. The entrance to the dive site mainly consists of sandy banks and small stones. As we explore the area, divers may even discover an octopus. To the right of the cove, following the trajectory of the jetty, we will reach a depth of 7 meters where fascinating rock formations are inhabited by different species of anemones, hedgehogs, and other typical Mediterranean fauna.
With a visibility of 12 meters and a maximum depth of 8 meters, this dive offers ample opportunities to observe the underwater world. It is an ideal location for beginner divers to develop their skills and enjoy the beauty of Spain's underwater landscapes.
Don't miss the chance to visit this dive site, conveniently located near the Beach Bar on Avinguda de Canyelles, Font Bandina, Canyelles, Lloret de Mar, Selva, Girona, Catalonia, Spain.
Diving Conditions Score for Cala Canyelles
Very good diving conditions!
The score is based on a calculation of the current weather and sea conditions.
Dive Site Overview for Cala Canyelles
Depth
8m
Visibility
12m
Experience Level
Weather Conditions for Cala Canyelles
Wave Height
0.12m
Wind Speed
10.5 m/s
Water Temp
23.9°C
Visibility
29.28km
Cloud Cover
3%
Wave Period
3.55s
Air Temperature
28.9°C
Precipitation
0 mm
Dive Score Chart for Cala Canyelles
Best time to dive: 7:00 with score 9.293252032520325/10. Water conditions: Waves 0.08m, Wind 2.5 m/s.Best night dive time: 3:00 with score 8.989234364261167/10.
Chart showing hourly dive conditions including wave height, wind speed, water temperature, and visibility throughout the day.
Optimal diving conditions at Cala Canyelles 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: 9.3/10
Waves: 0.08m (4.1s), Wind: 2.5 m/s
Score: 9.0/10
Waves: 0.08m, Wind: 1.1 m/s
Seasonal Analysis for Cala CanyellesAlpha
Historical patterns and best seasons for diving at Cala Canyelles
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 Cala Canyelles
Winter
Winter offers the best overall diving conditions with calmer seas and better visibility, despite cooler temperatures.
Best Months for Cala Canyelles
Ideal Conditions for Cala Canyelles
Water Temp
25.4°C / 77.7°F
July
Visibility
17.7m / 58.1ft
January
Wave Height
0.4m / 1.3ft
January
Wave Period
8.0s
January
Seasonal Insights for Cala Canyelles
Cala Canyelles shows typical northern hemisphere patterns with July being the warmest month (25.4°C) and January the coldest (3.8°C). The calmest conditions typically occur in January with average wave heights of 0.4m 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 18, 2026