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Cravo Fora

Located in the pristine waters off the coast of Portugal's Albufeira, this captivating dive site offers a unique experience for divers of all levels. With a maximum depth of 18 meters in the deepest part and 14 meters at the top of the reef, a circle of stones sits atop a majestic maine stone slab, creating a fascinating underwater formation.

This dive site is an ideal destination for both Open Water divers and those seeking a more advanced diving experience. The abundant marine life that thrives amongst the recesses and crevices of this dive site includes stargazers, morays, crabs, sea bream, sapphires, daffodils, and an array of other captivating species.

The reef itself boasts a maximum depth of 18 meters, making it accessible and suitable for divers of varying skill levels. Its rocky bottom is adorned with fragments of coral, adding a unique charm to this underwater wonderland. The reef's numerous protrusions and cracks provide the perfect hiding spots for a multitude of fish, creating a vibrant spectacle that contrasts beautifully with the vibrant colors of the sponges and flora that adorn the reef.

With a visibility of 9 meters and a maximum depth of 17 meters, this dive site offers clear waters and ample opportunities for exploration. Whether you're a beginner diver or an experienced enthusiast, this dive site in Albufeira, Portugal promises an unforgettable adventure beneath the waves.

Diving Conditions Score for Cravo Fora

7.2
Good

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

Dive Site Overview for Cravo Fora

Depth

17m

Visibility

9m

Experience Level

beginner

Weather Conditions for Cravo Fora

Wave Height

0.64m

Wind Speed

9.8 m/s

Water Temp

18.6°C

Visibility

34.62km

Cloud Cover

0%

Wave Period

5.3s

Air Temperature

25.2°C

Precipitation

0 mm

Detailed 7-Day Diving Forecast for Cravo Fora
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Dive Score Chart for Cravo Fora

Best time to dive: 10:00 with score 8.204688346883469/10. Water conditions: Waves 0.46m, Wind 8.5 m/s.Best night dive time: 23:00 with score 7.535103244837758/10.

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

Sunrise at Cravo Fora: 06:00
Sunset at Cravo Fora: 18:00

Optimal diving conditions at Cravo Fora 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
10:00

Score: 8.2/10
Waves: 0.46m (6.15s), Wind: 8.5 m/s

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Safest Overall
11:00

Score: 8.2/10
Waves: 0.48m (6.25s), Wind: 7.7 m/s

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Best Night
23:00

Score: 7.5/10
Waves: 0.62m, Wind: 13 m/s

Seasonal Analysis for Cravo Fora
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Historical patterns and best seasons for diving at Cravo Fora

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 Cravo Fora

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 Cravo Fora

January
Score: 8.1
February
Score: 7.9
December
Score: 7.8

Ideal Conditions for Cravo Fora

Water Temp

Thermometer Emoji

21.6°C / 70.9°F

July

Visibility

Telescope Emoji

12.0m / 39.4ft

May

Wave Height

Wave Emoji

1.8m / 5.9ft

February

Wave Period

Wave Emoji

8.0s

January

Seasonal Insights for Cravo Fora

Cravo Fora shows typical northern hemisphere patterns with July being the warmest month (21.6°C) and January the coldest (10.5°C). The calmest conditions typically occur in February with average wave heights of 1.8m 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.

Scoring Legend:
9-10 (Excellent)
7-8 (Good)
5-6 (Average)
3-4 (Poor)
1-2 (Dangerous)

Last updated: 1 min. ago - Jun 29, 2026

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