Carreiro dos Cações
Formerly a thriving spawning ground for benthic sharks, this dive site unfortunately no longer hosts these magnificent creatures due to human impact. Despite this, the site still retains its name and provides divers with an enriching underwater experience. Featuring a sandy bottom, the inner segment of the site offers a more sheltered environment where divers can marvel at the diverse marine life that inhabits the strait's walls.
Divers exploring this location can expect to encounter typical Caribbean fish species, but caution must be exercised to avoid contact with scorpionfish and sea urchins, which inhabit the area.
Situated in Portugal, this dive site offers a visibility of 12 meters and reaches a maximum depth of 14 meters. With its relatively shallow waters and beginner-friendly conditions, divers of all skill levels can enjoy the wonders that this site has to offer. Conveniently located near Parque de Campismo das Berlengas in Peniche, Leiria, Portugal, this dive site is easily accessible for those seeking an unforgettable diving adventure.
Divers exploring this location can expect to encounter typical Caribbean fish species, but caution must be exercised to avoid contact with scorpionfish and sea urchins, which inhabit the area.
Situated in Portugal, this dive site offers a visibility of 12 meters and reaches a maximum depth of 14 meters. With its relatively shallow waters and beginner-friendly conditions, divers of all skill levels can enjoy the wonders that this site has to offer. Conveniently located near Parque de Campismo das Berlengas in Peniche, Leiria, Portugal, this dive site is easily accessible for those seeking an unforgettable diving adventure.
Diving Conditions Score for Carreiro dos Cações
5.8
AverageAverage conditions, be alert.
The score is based on a calculation of the current weather and sea conditions.
Dive Site Overview for Carreiro dos Cações
Depth
14m
Visibility
12m
Experience Level
beginner
Weather Conditions for Carreiro dos Cações
Wave Height
0.84m
Wind Speed
18.2 m/s
Water Temp
20.1°C
Visibility
18.96km
Cloud Cover
60%
Wave Period
5.3s
Air Temperature
19.6°C
Precipitation
0 mm
Detailed 7-Day Diving Forecast for Carreiro dos Cações
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Dive Score Chart for Carreiro dos Cações
Best time to dive: 9:00 with score 7.0404/10. Water conditions: Waves 0.84m, Wind 16.7 m/s.Best night dive time: 22:00 with score 6.297166666666666/10.
Chart showing hourly dive conditions including wave height, wind speed, water temperature, and visibility throughout the day.
Sunrise at Carreiro dos Cações: 06:00
Sunset at Carreiro dos Cações: 18:00
Optimal diving conditions at Carreiro dos Cações 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
9:00Score: 7.0/10
Waves: 0.84m (5.25s), Wind: 16.7 m/s
Best Night
22:00Score: 6.3/10
Waves: 0.98m, Wind: 24.4 m/s
Seasonal Analysis for Carreiro dos CaçõesAlpha
Historical patterns and best seasons for diving at Carreiro dos Cações
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 Carreiro dos Cações
Winter
Avg. Score: 7.9/10
Winter offers the best overall diving conditions with calmer seas and better visibility, despite cooler temperatures.
Best Months for Carreiro dos Cações
January
Score: 8.0
February
Score: 7.9
December
Score: 7.7
Ideal Conditions for Carreiro dos Cações
Water Temp
18.7°C / 65.7°F
July
Visibility
12.0m / 39.4ft
May
Wave Height
1.9m / 6.2ft
February
Wave Period
8.0s
January
Seasonal Insights for Carreiro dos Cações
Carreiro dos Cações shows typical northern hemisphere patterns with July being the warmest month (18.7°C) and January the coldest (9.6°C). The calmest conditions typically occur in February with average wave heights of 1.9m and wave periods of 8.0s. The most comfortable wave conditions are in February 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 February to April, 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 - Jul 7, 2026
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