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Chupadero - El Puertito de La Lajita

Discover the ultimate dive experience at two breathtaking dive sites in one location. Whether you are a beginner, trying diving for the first time, or enjoying snorkeling and free diving, Chupadero and El Puertito de la Lajita have it all. The unique topography of these sites harbors an abundance of marine life, captivating divers with their magnificent rock walls and sandy bottoms.

Prepare to be mesmerized by the vibrant ecosystem thriving within these waters. Small and medium-sized fish, crustaceans, nudibranchs, rays, groupers, morays, octopuses, and angel sharks gracefully roam these dive sites. Whether you are an underwater photographer, a junior diver, or embarking on your first-ever dive, El Puertito guarantees an unforgettable experience. Choose from two beautiful alternatives on either side of the beach, where shallow water invites exploration and discovery.

With a maximum depth of 7 meters and excellent visibility of up to 12 meters, El Puertito is perfectly suited for beginners and divers of all levels. Immerse yourself in the captivating underwater world of this dive site, located near Playa de La Lajita, FV-2, La Lajita, Pájara, Las Palmas, Canary Islands, Spain. Delight in extended diving excursions and indulge in long photo sessions, capturing the beauty and diversity of the marine life that calls this place home.

Join us at El Puertito, the ideal destination for a remarkable dive adventure. Embrace the thrill of exploring a world hidden beneath the surface and create unforgettable memories that will last a lifetime.

Diving Conditions Score for Chupadero - El Puertito de La Lajita

7.4
Good

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

Dive Site Overview for Chupadero - El Puertito de La Lajita

Depth

7m

Visibility

12m

Experience Level

beginner

Weather Conditions for Chupadero - El Puertito de La Lajita

Wave Height

0.52m

Wind Speed

12.6 m/s

Water Temp

21.9°C

Visibility

21.32km

Cloud Cover

59%

Wave Period

5.3s

Air Temperature

26.4°C

Precipitation

0 mm

Detailed 7-Day Diving Forecast for Chupadero - El Puertito de La Lajita
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Dive Score Chart for Chupadero - El Puertito de La Lajita

Best time to dive: 12:00 with score 8.410242042042043/10. Water conditions: Waves 0.52m, Wind 4.7 m/s.Best night dive time: 23:00 with score 7.714285714285714/10.

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

Sunrise at Chupadero - El Puertito de La Lajita: 06:00
Sunset at Chupadero - El Puertito de La Lajita: 18:00

Optimal diving conditions at Chupadero - El Puertito de La Lajita 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
12:00

Score: 8.4/10
Waves: 0.52m (5.55s), Wind: 4.7 m/s

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Best Night
23:00

Score: 7.7/10
Waves: 0.54m, Wind: 12.5 m/s

Seasonal Analysis for Chupadero - El Puertito de La Lajita
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Historical patterns and best seasons for diving at Chupadero - El Puertito de La Lajita

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 Chupadero - El Puertito de La Lajita

Winter

Avg. Score: 8.7/10

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

Best Months for Chupadero - El Puertito de La Lajita

January
Score: 8.9
December
Score: 8.6
February
Score: 8.5

Ideal Conditions for Chupadero - El Puertito de La Lajita

Water Temp

Thermometer Emoji

24.9°C / 76.8°F

July

Visibility

Telescope Emoji

13.3m / 43.6ft

November

Wave Height

Wave Emoji

1.5m / 4.9ft

January

Wave Period

Wave Emoji

8.0s

January

Seasonal Insights for Chupadero - El Puertito de La Lajita

Chupadero - El Puertito de La Lajita shows typical northern hemisphere patterns with July being the warmest month (24.9°C) and January the coldest (14.4°C). The calmest conditions typically occur in January with average wave heights of 1.5m 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.

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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