Chapeirão Jean Pierre
Discover the captivating endemic coral structures of Southern Bahia, Brazil. These extraordinary formations boast an impressive annual growth rate of 1 mm and feature an intricate network of passages and tunnels connecting various coral structures in the vicinity. Immerse yourself in the vibrant underwater world inhabited by reef-forming corals like M. hispida, Milepora alcicomese, and the endemic brain coral M. brasiliensis. Dive alongside a diverse community of carnivorous and herbivorous reef fish, enhancing your underwater experience. With a visibility of 9m and a maximum depth of 19m, this dive site caters to both beginner and advanced divers. Explore the stunning underwater beauty of Bahia, located in the northeastern region of Brazil.
Diving Conditions Score for Chapeirão Jean Pierre
8
Very GoodVery good diving conditions!
The score is based on a calculation of the current weather and sea conditions.
Dive Site Overview for Chapeirão Jean Pierre
Depth
19m
Visibility
9m
Experience Level
beginner
advanced
Weather Conditions for Chapeirão Jean Pierre
Wave Height
0.96m
Wind Speed
21.2 m/s
Water Temp
25.4°C
Visibility
43.58km
Cloud Cover
29%
Wave Period
8.4s
Air Temperature
25.9°C
Precipitation
0 mm
Detailed 7-Day Diving Forecast for Chapeirão Jean Pierre
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Dive Score Chart for Chapeirão Jean Pierre
Best time to dive: 17:00 with score 8.171558188824662/10. Water conditions: Waves 0.76m, Wind 15.2 m/s.Best night dive time: 23:00 with score 7.841960683760683/10.
Chart showing hourly dive conditions including wave height, wind speed, water temperature, and visibility throughout the day.
Sunrise at Chapeirão Jean Pierre: 06:00
Sunset at Chapeirão Jean Pierre: 18:00
Optimal diving conditions at Chapeirão Jean Pierre 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
17:00Score: 8.2/10
Waves: 0.76m (8.65s), Wind: 15.2 m/s
Best Night
23:00Score: 7.8/10
Waves: 0.76m, Wind: 18.8 m/s
Seasonal Analysis for Chapeirão Jean PierreAlpha
Historical patterns and best seasons for diving at Chapeirão Jean Pierre
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 Chapeirão Jean Pierre
Summer
Avg. Score: 9.4/10
Summer offers the warmest water temperatures and generally favorable conditions for all levels of divers.
Best Months for Chapeirão Jean Pierre
June
Score: 9.5
July
Score: 9.5
May
Score: 9.2
Ideal Conditions for Chapeirão Jean Pierre
Water Temp
25.6°C / 78.1°F
April
Visibility
11.9m / 39.0ft
September
Wave Height
2.1m / 6.9ft
February
Wave Period
8.0s
January
Seasonal Insights for Chapeirão Jean Pierre
Chapeirão Jean Pierre follows southern hemisphere patterns with April being the warmest month (25.6°C) and November the coldest (20.8°C). The calmest conditions typically occur in February with average wave heights of 2.1m 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). September is usually the driest month with 0.1mm 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 - Jun 14, 2026
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