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Cela 12/20 Wall

Cela 12/20 is a prominent natural reef located in Portugal, offering divers the opportunity to explore the largest Portuguese natural reef. This captivating dive site features a breathtaking wall structure that transitions into a sandy valley adorned with remarkable rock formations. With the sand reaching a maximum depth of 20 meters, the top of the south-facing rock stands at around 15 meters.

Diving enthusiasts will be delighted by the diverse marine life that inhabits this fascinating reef. While navigating through the gaps and crevices, divers may encounter elusive moray eels, along with other captivating creatures such as octopuses, cuttlefish, and Grey triggerfish.

To enhance the visibility and fully immerse yourself in the enchanting underwater landscape, it is highly recommended to carry a flashlight. This will allow you to explore the intricacies of the reef, revealing hidden wonders in the holes and cracks.

Whether you are a beginner or an advanced diver, Cela 12/20 promises an unforgettable diving experience. So, come and explore this remarkable dive site situated near Albufeira, Albufeira e Olhos de Água, Albufeira, Faro, 8200-169, Portugal. Discover the beauty of Portugal's underwater world and create lasting memories beneath the waves.

Diving Conditions Score for Cela 12/20 Wall

6.7
Above Average

Decent conditions, proceed with caution.
The score is based on a calculation of the current weather and sea conditions.

Dive Site Overview for Cela 12/20 Wall

Depth

19m

Visibility

7m

Experience Level

beginner
advanced

Weather Conditions for Cela 12/20 Wall

Wave Height

0.4m

Wind Speed

11.4 m/s

Water Temp

20.6°C

Visibility

33.86km

Cloud Cover

61%

Wave Period

5.65s

Air Temperature

30.3°C

Precipitation

0 mm

Detailed 7-Day Diving Forecast for Cela 12/20 Wall
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Dive Score Chart for Cela 12/20 Wall

Best time to dive: 11:00 with score 8.574274712643678/10. Water conditions: Waves 0.42m, Wind 3.9 m/s.Best night dive time: 1:00 with score 7.844028318584071/10.

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

Sunrise at Cela 12/20 Wall: 06:00
Sunset at Cela 12/20 Wall: 18:00

Optimal diving conditions at Cela 12/20 Wall 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
11:00

Score: 8.6/10
Waves: 0.42m (5.8s), Wind: 3.9 m/s

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Best Night
1:00

Score: 7.8/10
Waves: 0.48m, Wind: 6.1 m/s

Seasonal Analysis for Cela 12/20 Wall
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Historical patterns and best seasons for diving at Cela 12/20 Wall

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 Cela 12/20 Wall

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 Cela 12/20 Wall

January
Score: 8.1
February
Score: 7.9
December
Score: 7.8

Ideal Conditions for Cela 12/20 Wall

Water Temp

Thermometer Emoji

21.6°C / 70.9°F

July

Visibility

Telescope Emoji

12.0m / 39.4ft

May

Wave Height

Wave Emoji

1.8m / 5.9ft

February

Wave Period

Wave Emoji

8.0s

January

Seasonal Insights for Cela 12/20 Wall

Cela 12/20 Wall shows typical northern hemisphere patterns with July being the warmest month (21.6°C) and January the coldest (10.5°C). The calmest conditions typically occur in February with average wave heights of 1.8m 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.

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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