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Cala del Faro

Discover the tranquility of this secluded cove, perfect for your first foray into the captivating world of diving or a leisurely snorkeling adventure with your little ones. With a convenient passageway leading from the outer waters to the inner depths, this site offers ease of navigation.
Immerse yourself in the vibrant marine life that calls this area home, including octopus, cuttlefish, and sole. As the sun sets, prepare for an enchanting transformation.
Located in Puerto de Mazarrón, Mazarrón, Bajo Guadalentín, Region of Murcia, Spain, this dive site offers a maximum depth of 7m and an impressive visibility of 10m. It is ideally suited for beginners, providing an optimal environment for honing your diving skills.
Unleash your curiosity and explore the captivating underwater wonders that await you in the crystal-clear waters of this Spanish diving paradise.

Diving Conditions Score for Cala del Faro

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 Cala del Faro

Depth

7m

Visibility

10m

Experience Level

beginner

Weather Conditions for Cala del Faro

Wave Height

0.76m

Wind Speed

16.6 m/s

Water Temp

24°C

Visibility

41.66km

Cloud Cover

24%

Wave Period

4.65s

Air Temperature

31.4°C

Precipitation

0 mm

Detailed 7-Day Diving Forecast for Cala del Faro
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Dive Score Chart for Cala del Faro

Best time to dive: 6:00 with score 7.393333333333333/10. Water conditions: Waves 0.76m, Wind 13 m/s.Best night dive time: 4:00 with score 6.96/10.

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

Sunrise at Cala del Faro: 06:00
Sunset at Cala del Faro: 18:00

Optimal diving conditions at Cala del Faro 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
6:00

Score: 7.4/10
Waves: 0.76m (4.75s), Wind: 13 m/s

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Best Night
4:00

Score: 7.0/10
Waves: 0.74m, Wind: 13 m/s

Seasonal Analysis for Cala del Faro
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Historical patterns and best seasons for diving at Cala del Faro

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 del Faro

Winter

Avg. Score: 9.9/10

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

Best Months for Cala del Faro

January
Score: 10.0
February
Score: 9.8
December
Score: 9.8

Ideal Conditions for Cala del Faro

Water Temp

Thermometer Emoji

23.8°C / 74.8°F

June

Visibility

Telescope Emoji

20.1m / 65.9ft

October

Wave Height

Wave Emoji

0.2m / 0.7ft

January

Wave Period

Wave Emoji

8.0s

January

Seasonal Insights for Cala del Faro

Cala del Faro shows typical northern hemisphere patterns with June being the warmest month (23.8°C) and December the coldest (19.8°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.

Scoring Legend:
9-10 (Excellent)
7-8 (Good)
5-6 (Average)
3-4 (Poor)
1-2 (Dangerous)

Last updated: 1 min. ago - Jun 22, 2026

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