Cap de Cala Figuera
Located just below the picturesque lighthouse in the southwest of the island, this dive site is an ideal spot for both beginners and advanced divers. Situated on a plateau, it boasts a diverse array of marine life, making it a captivating underwater ecosystem. Colorful sponges and overgrown rock shelters create a stunning backdrop for diving enthusiasts to explore. With a maximum depth of 20 meters, divers can immerse themselves in a world inhabited by barracudas, octopuses, morays, damselfish, scorpionfish, groupers, seagrass areas, and sepias. The visibility at this site is remarkable, reaching up to 21 meters on a clear day. Whether you are a beginner or an experienced diver, this dive spot offers an unforgettable underwater adventure. Plan your dive trip to this remarkable location in Spain, conveniently situated near the carretera del Far, Calvià, Serra de Tramuntana in the Balearic Islands.
Diving Conditions Score for Cap de Cala Figuera
7.4
GoodGood diving conditions!
The score is based on a calculation of the current weather and sea conditions.
Dive Site Overview for Cap de Cala Figuera
Depth
18m
Visibility
21m
Experience Level
beginner
advanced
Weather Conditions for Cap de Cala Figuera
Wave Height
0.66m
Wind Speed
18 m/s
Water Temp
25°C
Visibility
42.94km
Cloud Cover
0%
Wave Period
4.45s
Air Temperature
31.7°C
Precipitation
0 mm
Detailed 7-Day Diving Forecast for Cap de Cala Figuera
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Dive Score Chart for Cap de Cala Figuera
Best time to dive: 11:00 with score 7.932967032967033/10. Water conditions: Waves 0.66m, Wind 16.8 m/s.Best night dive time: 23:00 with score 8.074344569288389/10.
Chart showing hourly dive conditions including wave height, wind speed, water temperature, and visibility throughout the day.
Sunrise at Cap de Cala Figuera: 06:00
Sunset at Cap de Cala Figuera: 18:00
Optimal diving conditions at Cap de Cala Figuera 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.
Best Overall
23:00Score: 8.1/10
Waves: 0.54m (4.45s), Wind: 4.7 m/s
Safest Overall
11:00Score: 7.9/10
Waves: 0.66m (4.55s), Wind: 16.8 m/s
Best Day
11:00Score: 7.9/10
Waves: 0.66m, Wind: 16.8 m/s
Seasonal Analysis for Cap de Cala FigueraAlpha
Historical patterns and best seasons for diving at Cap de Cala Figuera
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 de Cala Figuera
Winter
Avg. Score: 8.6/10
Winter offers the best overall diving conditions with calmer seas and better visibility, despite cooler temperatures.
Best Months for Cap de Cala Figuera
January
Score: 9.0
February
Score: 8.5
December
Score: 8.4
Ideal Conditions for Cap de Cala Figuera
Water Temp
27.2°C / 81.0°F
August
Visibility
17.2m / 56.4ft
January
Wave Height
0.5m / 1.6ft
January
Wave Period
8.0s
January
Seasonal Insights for Cap de Cala Figuera
Cap de Cala Figuera shows typical northern hemisphere patterns with July being the warmest month (27.8°C) and January the coldest (7.6°C). The calmest conditions typically occur in January with average wave heights of 0.5m 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
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