Corte
Corte Bay, located in Portugal, is a tranquil diving spot surrounded by the protective rocks of Farilhões. With its shallow depths, it is perfect for beginners or those undergoing specialty training. Divers can also take a break and admire the breathtaking natural beauty from the comfort of the boat. In the summer months, lucky divers may even catch a glimpse of dolphins leaping and schools of sunfish swimming by.
However, it's important to be cautious of potentially dangerous marine life. Venomous scorpion fish, spiny sea urchins, and biting trigger fish can be found in the area, so divers should exercise care and avoid contact with these creatures.
With a visibility of 10 meters and a maximum depth of 14 meters, Corte Bay offers a great underwater experience for divers of all levels. Whether you're a beginner or an experienced diver, this dive site in the water is a must-visit when exploring the waters of Portugal, particularly in close proximity to Farilhões.
However, it's important to be cautious of potentially dangerous marine life. Venomous scorpion fish, spiny sea urchins, and biting trigger fish can be found in the area, so divers should exercise care and avoid contact with these creatures.
With a visibility of 10 meters and a maximum depth of 14 meters, Corte Bay offers a great underwater experience for divers of all levels. Whether you're a beginner or an experienced diver, this dive site in the water is a must-visit when exploring the waters of Portugal, particularly in close proximity to Farilhões.
Diving Conditions Score for Corte
4.9
Below AverageChallenging conditions, for experienced divers only.
The score is based on a calculation of the current weather and sea conditions.
Dive Site Overview for Corte
Depth
14m
Visibility
10m
Experience Level
beginner
Weather Conditions for Corte
Wave Height
0.94m
Wind Speed
20.7 m/s
Water Temp
17.9°C
Visibility
7.7km
Cloud Cover
94%
Wave Period
6.15s
Air Temperature
19.6°C
Precipitation
0 mm
Detailed 7-Day Diving Forecast for Corte
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Dive Score Chart for Corte
Best time to dive: 12:00 with score 6.319356997455471/10. Water conditions: Waves 0.94m, Wind 17.7 m/s.Best night dive time: 20:00 with score 5.962766666666667/10.
Chart showing hourly dive conditions including wave height, wind speed, water temperature, and visibility throughout the day.
Sunrise at Corte: 06:00
Sunset at Corte: 18:00
Optimal diving conditions at Corte 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
12:00Score: 6.3/10
Waves: 0.94m (6.55s), Wind: 17.7 m/s
Best Night
20:00Score: 6.0/10
Waves: 0.94m, Wind: 23 m/s
Seasonal Analysis for CorteAlpha
Historical patterns and best seasons for diving at Corte
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 Corte
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 Corte
January
Score: 8.1
February
Score: 7.9
December
Score: 7.7
Ideal Conditions for Corte
Water Temp
19.3°C / 66.7°F
July
Visibility
12.0m / 39.4ft
May
Wave Height
1.9m / 6.2ft
February
Wave Period
8.0s
January
Seasonal Insights for Corte
Corte shows typical northern hemisphere patterns with July being the warmest month (19.3°C) and January the coldest (9.9°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 - Jun 20, 2026
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