Costao de Itaipu
Discover the abundant marine life that calls the coast of Itaipu home. Marvel at the sight of graceful green turtles and elegant guitar fishes gliding through the crystal-clear waters. Keep an eye out for playful squid and a plethora of active siris, adding to the excitement of your night dive.
With a maximum depth of 5m and visibility of 5m, Itaipu is ideal for beginner divers seeking a memorable underwater adventure. As you immerse yourself in the captivating underwater environment, you'll be enchanted by the beauty and diversity of the marine life that surrounds you.
Prepare for an extraordinary diving experience at Itaipu, located in close proximity to Casa de Pedra (Trilha e Mergulho). Embark on a journey to explore the wonders of this dive site, located in the scenic region of Niterói, within the Southeast Region of Brazil.
Note: The information provided for this dive site is subject to change. Please check for any updates or specific requirements before planning your dive.
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Diving Conditions Score for Costao de Itaipu
Average conditions, be alert.
The score is based on a calculation of the current weather and sea conditions.
Dive Site Overview for Costao de Itaipu
Depth
5m
Visibility
5m
Experience Level
Weather Conditions for Costao de Itaipu
Wave Height
2.36m
Wind Speed
12.6 m/s
Water Temp
22.9°C
Visibility
30.18km
Cloud Cover
42%
Wave Period
11.55s
Air Temperature
19.3°C
Precipitation
0 mm
Dive Score Chart for Costao de Itaipu
Best time to dive: 17:00 with score 6.327/10. Water conditions: Waves 2.36m, Wind 2.5 m/s.Best night dive time: 0:00 with score 5.875533333333333/10.
Chart showing hourly dive conditions including wave height, wind speed, water temperature, and visibility throughout the day.
Optimal diving conditions at Costao de Itaipu 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.
Score: 6.3/10
Waves: 2.36m (12.45s), Wind: 2.5 m/s
Score: 5.9/10
Waves: 2.18m, Wind: 3.2 m/s
Seasonal Analysis for Costao de ItaipuAlpha
Historical patterns and best seasons for diving at Costao de Itaipu
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 Costao de Itaipu
Summer
Summer offers the warmest water temperatures and generally favorable conditions for all levels of divers.
Best Months for Costao de Itaipu
Ideal Conditions for Costao de Itaipu
Water Temp
22.3°C / 72.1°F
June
Visibility
20.1m / 65.9ft
October
Wave Height
0.2m / 0.7ft
January
Wave Period
8.0s
January
Seasonal Insights for Costao de Itaipu
Costao de Itaipu follows southern hemisphere patterns with June being the warmest month (22.3°C) and December the coldest (18.3°C). The calmest conditions typically occur in January with average wave heights of 0.2m 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.
Last updated: 1 min. ago - Jun 19, 2026