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Carall Bernat

With depths ranging from 4 to 45 meters, the dive site at the Medes Islands is a must-visit for divers seeking a diverse and abundant marine ecosystem. Starting the descent at the anchor buoy on the south face of the Carall, this dive offers an incredible variety of fauna for divers to explore.

Renowned for its rich marine life, this dive site boasts one of the highest levels of biodiversity in the area. Divers are advised to keep an eye on the open water, as schools of fish such as tuna, bonito, sunfish, and amberjack can often be spotted passing by.

Situated in the Mediterranean Sea, the Medes Islands archipelago is comprised of seven small islands and several islets off the coast of Catalonia, Spain. Spanning approximately 21.5 hectares, these islands are home to a remarkable seabed, which is particularly favored due to its proximity to the mouth of the River Ter. As a result, the area attracts numerous researchers who study its marine life, making it one of the most significant marine reserves in the Mediterranean and the largest in Catalonia.

Among the islands, the longest one is known as Meda Grande, while others include Medallot, Meda Pequeña, Ferrenelles, Tascó Grande, Tascó Pequeño, and Carall Bernardo. Designated as ZEPIM, these islands offer a unique diving experience in Spain.

With a maximum depth of 25 meters and a visibility of 13 meters, this dive site is suitable for divers of varying experience levels. Both beginners and advanced divers will find the Medes Islands an ideal destination to explore the wonders of the underwater world.

Located in the Zona perifèrica de la Reserva Natural Parcial Marina de les Medes, the dive site can be easily accessed from Passeig del Mollinet, l'Estartit, Torroella de Montgrí, Lower Empordà, Girona, Catalonia, 17130, Spain. Plan your dive trip to the Medes Islands and immerse yourself in the incredible underwater world of this captivating dive site.

Diving Conditions Score for Carall Bernat

7.8
Good

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

Dive Site Overview for Carall Bernat

Depth

25m

Visibility

13m

Experience Level

beginner
advanced

Weather Conditions for Carall Bernat

Wave Height

0.48m

Wind Speed

3.1 m/s

Water Temp

21.5°C

Visibility

37.66km

Cloud Cover

39%

Wave Period

5.45s

Air Temperature

21°C

Precipitation

0 mm

Detailed 7-Day Diving Forecast for Carall Bernat
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Dive Score Chart for Carall Bernat

Best time to dive: 8:00 with score 9.161198765432099/10. Water conditions: Waves 0.46m, Wind 1.1 m/s.Best night dive time: 2:00 with score 8.462844036697247/10.

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

Sunrise at Carall Bernat: 06:00
Sunset at Carall Bernat: 18:00

Optimal diving conditions at Carall Bernat 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
8:00

Score: 9.2/10
Waves: 0.46m (5.4s), Wind: 1.1 m/s

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Best Night
2:00

Score: 8.5/10
Waves: 0.48m, Wind: 3.1 m/s

Seasonal Analysis for Carall Bernat
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Historical patterns and best seasons for diving at Carall Bernat

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 Carall Bernat

Winter

Avg. Score: 8.5/10

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

Best Months for Carall Bernat

January
Score: 8.9
December
Score: 8.5
February
Score: 8.0

Ideal Conditions for Carall Bernat

Water Temp

Thermometer Emoji

26.7°C / 80.1°F

July

Visibility

Telescope Emoji

16.8m / 55.1ft

January

Wave Height

Wave Emoji

0.6m / 2.0ft

January

Wave Period

Wave Emoji

8.0s

January

Seasonal Insights for Carall Bernat

Carall Bernat shows typical northern hemisphere patterns with July being the warmest month (26.7°C) and January the coldest (3.7°C). The calmest conditions typically occur in January with average wave heights of 0.6m 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 20, 2026

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