Cap d’Artrutx
Dive among an abundance of marine life, including barracudas, snappers, groupers, scorpionfish, and schools of amberjacks. For those diving in September and October, these waters hold a special treat. Additionally, during the low season, you may have the extraordinary opportunity to encounter magnificent rays.
The bay boasts crystal clear waters, allowing for excellent visibility of up to 17 meters. As you navigate past the promontory's tip, you may encounter a gentle current that adds an exhilarating drift dive element to the experience. Explore the fascinating caves and passages that connect the promontory's west and south sides.
Whether you're a beginner or a seasoned diver, this captivating dive site in Spain offers something for everyone. Located in Cap d'Artrutx, along Passeig Marítim in Cala en Bosch, Ciutadella, Menorca, Balearic Islands, this stunning dive spot is a must-visit for underwater enthusiasts. Explore the treasures of the underwater world in this diver's paradise.
Diving Conditions Score for Cap d’Artrutx
Decent conditions, proceed with caution.
The score is based on a calculation of the current weather and sea conditions.
Dive Site Overview for Cap d’Artrutx
Depth
15m
Visibility
17m
Experience Level
Weather Conditions for Cap d’Artrutx
Wave Height
0.5m
Wind Speed
10 m/s
Water Temp
24.7°C
Visibility
41.14km
Cloud Cover
0%
Wave Period
4.7s
Air Temperature
36.2°C
Precipitation
0 mm
Dive Score Chart for Cap d’Artrutx
Best time to dive: 7:00 with score 8.217253846153845/10. Water conditions: Waves 0.56m, Wind 4.9 m/s.Best night dive time: 23:00 with score 7.875886524822694/10.
Chart showing hourly dive conditions including wave height, wind speed, water temperature, and visibility throughout the day.
Optimal diving conditions at Cap d’Artrutx 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: 8.2/10
Waves: 0.56m (4.55s), Wind: 4.9 m/s
Score: 7.9/10
Waves: 0.44m, Wind: 3.8 m/s
Seasonal Analysis for Cap d’ArtrutxAlpha
Historical patterns and best seasons for diving at Cap d’Artrutx
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 Cap d’Artrutx
Winter
Winter offers the best overall diving conditions with calmer seas and better visibility, despite cooler temperatures.
Best Months for Cap d’Artrutx
Ideal Conditions for Cap d’Artrutx
Water Temp
27.0°C / 80.6°F
August
Visibility
14.7m / 48.2ft
January
Wave Height
1.1m / 3.6ft
January
Wave Period
8.0s
January
Seasonal Insights for Cap d’Artrutx
Cap d’Artrutx shows typical northern hemisphere patterns with July being the warmest month (27.2°C) and January the coldest (7.3°C). The calmest conditions typically occur in January with average wave heights of 1.1m 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