Cuesta del Faro
Located on the west side of the coast of Playa Blanca in Spain, this dive site offers a unique experience for advanced and expert divers. The volcanic formations in this area begin to increase in depth, providing an opportunity to explore stunning lava reef formations teeming with a wide variety of marine life.
Divers at this site have the chance to venture deeper than other dive sites in Playa Blanca. Stingrays, lobster, angel sharks, schools of barracudas and breams, tunas, octopus, and vibrant orange and black coral can be found below 40 meters.
With a visibility of 19 meters and a maximum depth of 24 meters, this dive site offers an exciting challenge for experienced divers. Situated near Avenida Maritima, Montaña Roja, Playa Blanca, Yaiza, Las Palmas, Canary Islands, 35580, Spain, it is easily accessible for divers planning their underwater adventures.
Divers at this site have the chance to venture deeper than other dive sites in Playa Blanca. Stingrays, lobster, angel sharks, schools of barracudas and breams, tunas, octopus, and vibrant orange and black coral can be found below 40 meters.
With a visibility of 19 meters and a maximum depth of 24 meters, this dive site offers an exciting challenge for experienced divers. Situated near Avenida Maritima, Montaña Roja, Playa Blanca, Yaiza, Las Palmas, Canary Islands, 35580, Spain, it is easily accessible for divers planning their underwater adventures.
Diving Conditions Score for Cuesta del Faro
6.1
Above AverageDecent conditions, proceed with caution.
The score is based on a calculation of the current weather and sea conditions.
Dive Site Overview for Cuesta del Faro
Depth
24m
Visibility
19m
Experience Level
advanced
expert
Weather Conditions for Cuesta del Faro
Wave Height
1m
Wind Speed
10 m/s
Water Temp
18°C
Visibility
15km
Cloud Cover
57.5%
Wave Period
8s
Air Temperature
20°C
Precipitation
0 mm
Detailed 7-Day Diving Forecast for Cuesta del Faro
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Dive Score Chart for Cuesta del Faro
Best time to dive: 6:00 with score 7.113333333333333/10. Water conditions: Waves 1m, Wind 10 m/s.Best night dive time: 0:00 with score 6.613333333333333/10.
Chart showing hourly dive conditions including wave height, wind speed, water temperature, and visibility throughout the day.
Sunrise at Cuesta del Faro: 06:00
Sunset at Cuesta del Faro: 18:00
Optimal diving conditions at Cuesta del Faro 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
6:00Score: 7.1/10
Waves: 1m (8s), Wind: 10 m/s
Best Night
0:00Score: 6.6/10
Waves: 1m, Wind: 10 m/s
Seasonal Analysis for Cuesta del FaroAlpha
Historical patterns and best seasons for diving at Cuesta del Faro
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 Cuesta del Faro
Winter
Avg. Score: 10.0/10
Winter offers the best overall diving conditions with calmer seas and better visibility, despite cooler temperatures.
Best Months for Cuesta del Faro
January
Score: 10.0
February
Score: 10.0
March
Score: 10.0
Ideal Conditions for Cuesta del Faro
Water Temp
22.9°C / 73.2°F
June
Visibility
20.1m / 65.9ft
October
Wave Height
0.2m / 0.7ft
January
Wave Period
8.0s
January
Seasonal Insights for Cuesta del Faro
Cuesta del Faro shows typical northern hemisphere patterns with June being the warmest month (22.9°C) and December the coldest (18.9°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 22, 2026
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