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Cordeca (Wreck)

Discover the captivating remains of a sunk Navy corvette that now serves as an enchanting artificial reef. This captivating dive site descended into the depths of the ocean in July 2016. With the ship's apex resting at approximately 15 meters and its base reaching a depth of 30 meters, divers can delve into a unique underwater world.

The site boasts exceptional visibility, offering divers an immersive experience with visibility exceeding 25 meters. Additionally, its strategic location provides a haven from both adverse currents and winds, ensuring a tranquil exploration.

Prepare to encounter a mesmerizing array of marine life at this remarkable dive site. Schools of bogues and horse mackerel gracefully swim alongside a diverse range of species, including groupers, various breams, parrotfish, blacktail comber, striped mullets, triggerfish, rays, barracudas, and jacks. These vibrant creatures enhance the allure of the artificial reef, providing a captivating spectacle for divers of all skill levels.

Whether you are a beginner or an advanced diver, this site accommodates all levels of expertise, making it a highly sought-after destination. Its unrivaled beauty, embodied in the boat's impeccable structure and impressive artillery pieces, never fails to elicit a sense of awe. Undoubtedly, this is one of the most celebrated dives, revered for its accessibility and rare underwater splendor.

Located in Portugal, this awe-inspiring dive site lies near Ponta da Galé, Vila Baleira, Porto Santo, Madeira, 9400-005, Portugal. Embark on an unforgettable adventure as you descend into the depths of this remarkable underwater gem.

Diving Conditions Score for Cordeca (Wreck)

6.8
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 Cordeca (Wreck)

Depth

28m

Visibility

22m

Experience Level

beginner
advanced

Weather Conditions for Cordeca (Wreck)

Wave Height

1.08m

Wind Speed

11.7 m/s

Water Temp

20.8°C

Visibility

30.1km

Cloud Cover

59%

Wave Period

7.05s

Air Temperature

22.3°C

Precipitation

0 mm

Detailed 7-Day Diving Forecast for Cordeca (Wreck)
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Dive Score Chart for Cordeca (Wreck)

Best time to dive: 17:00 with score 7.28170071942446/10. Water conditions: Waves 1m, Wind 15.7 m/s.Best night dive time: 22:00 with score 6.903404938271605/10.

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

Sunrise at Cordeca (Wreck): 06:00
Sunset at Cordeca (Wreck): 18:00

Optimal diving conditions at Cordeca (Wreck) 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
17:00

Score: 7.3/10
Waves: 1m (6.95s), Wind: 15.7 m/s

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Best Night
22:00

Score: 6.9/10
Waves: 0.94m, Wind: 9.6 m/s

Seasonal Analysis for Cordeca (Wreck)
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Historical patterns and best seasons for diving at Cordeca (Wreck)

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 Cordeca (Wreck)

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 Cordeca (Wreck)

January
Score: 8.6
February
Score: 8.4
December
Score: 8.4

Ideal Conditions for Cordeca (Wreck)

Water Temp

Thermometer Emoji

21.4°C / 70.5°F

July

Visibility

Telescope Emoji

13.2m / 43.3ft

November

Wave Height

Wave Emoji

1.7m / 5.6ft

November

Wave Period

Wave Emoji

8.0s

January

Seasonal Insights for Cordeca (Wreck)

Cordeca (Wreck) shows typical northern hemisphere patterns with July being the warmest month (21.4°C) and January the coldest (13.9°C). The calmest conditions typically occur in November with average wave heights of 1.7m and wave periods of 8.0s. The most comfortable wave conditions are in November 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 November to January, 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 18, 2026

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