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Cala Viola Ponent

Located near the iconic Cap Cavalleria lighthouse in the stunning North reserve of Spain's Balearic Islands, this dive spot offers a maximum depth of 18 meters. Accessible from the shore, divers are greeted by a picturesque beach as they embark on their underwater adventure. One of the highlights of this site is the remains of a sailboat that sank years ago, providing an intriguing exploration opportunity.

With its gentle difficulty level, this dive is ideal for beginners. However, don't let its ease fool you, as the waters here are teeming with marine life. Divers can expect to encounter an abundance of groupers, octopuses, and, during the early season, captivating stingrays and schools of barracudas. The visibility at this site typically reaches 17 meters, allowing for clear views of the captivating underwater world.

For an unforgettable diving experience in Spain, be sure to visit this captivating dive site near Cala Viola de Ponent. With its awe-inspiring natural beauty and diverse marine ecosystem, it is an ideal destination for both novice and experienced divers alike.

Diving Conditions Score for Cala Viola Ponent

9.7
Excellent

Excellent diving conditions!
The score is based on a calculation of the current weather and sea conditions.

Dive Site Overview for Cala Viola Ponent

Depth

16m

Visibility

17m

Experience Level

beginner

Weather Conditions for Cala Viola Ponent

Wave Height

0.2m

Wind Speed

3.8 m/s

Water Temp

26.6°C

Visibility

39.22km

Cloud Cover

0%

Wave Period

3.65s

Air Temperature

26.9°C

Precipitation

0 mm

Detailed 7-Day Diving Forecast for Cala Viola Ponent
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Dive Score Chart for Cala Viola Ponent

Best time to dive: 15:00 with score 9.82217391304348/10. Water conditions: Waves 0.18m, Wind 1.5 m/s.Best night dive time: 20:00 with score 9.28962962962963/10.

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

Sunrise at Cala Viola Ponent: 06:00
Sunset at Cala Viola Ponent: 18:00

Optimal diving conditions at Cala Viola Ponent 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
15:00

Score: 9.8/10
Waves: 0.18m (3.45s), Wind: 1.5 m/s

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Best Night
20:00

Score: 9.3/10
Waves: 0.2m, Wind: 3.2 m/s

Seasonal Analysis for Cala Viola Ponent
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Historical patterns and best seasons for diving at Cala Viola Ponent

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 Viola Ponent

Winter

Avg. Score: 8.2/10

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

Best Months for Cala Viola Ponent

January
Score: 8.3
December
Score: 8.2
February
Score: 8.1

Ideal Conditions for Cala Viola Ponent

Water Temp

Thermometer Emoji

26.8°C / 80.2°F

July

Visibility

Telescope Emoji

14.2m / 46.6ft

December

Wave Height

Wave Emoji

1.3m / 4.3ft

December

Wave Period

Wave Emoji

8.0s

January

Seasonal Insights for Cala Viola Ponent

Cala Viola Ponent shows typical northern hemisphere patterns with July being the warmest month (26.8°C) and January the coldest (7.1°C). The calmest conditions typically occur in December with average wave heights of 1.3m and wave periods of 8.0s. The most comfortable wave conditions are in December 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 December to February, 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 - Jul 7, 2026

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