Cueva de la Virgen
In this captivating dive, you'll be enthralled by the abundance of marine life, including a remarkable sight of the Virgin of the Desperate nestled within a serene grotto. Descending to 18m, prepare to be greeted by a vibrant community of majestic groupers. As you ascend to 14m, be captivated by the grand shoals of croaker and barracuda. With a max depth of 19m and a visibility of 12m, this dive is ideally suited for advanced divers seeking an exhilarating underwater experience. Located near Cap Prim, Carrer de l'Illa, Toscamar, Xàbia/Jávea, la Marina Alta, Alacant/Alicante, Valencian Community, 03738, Spain, this dive site in the crystal-clear waters of Spain offers an extraordinary diving adventure.
Diving Conditions Score for Cueva de la Virgen
7.4
GoodGood diving conditions!
The score is based on a calculation of the current weather and sea conditions.
Dive Site Overview for Cueva de la Virgen
Depth
19m
Visibility
12m
Experience Level
advanced
Weather Conditions for Cueva de la Virgen
Wave Height
0.66m
Wind Speed
13.3 m/s
Water Temp
24.1°C
Visibility
38.96km
Cloud Cover
59%
Wave Period
4.85s
Air Temperature
23.6°C
Precipitation
0 mm
Detailed 7-Day Diving Forecast for Cueva de la Virgen
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Dive Score Chart for Cueva de la Virgen
Best time to dive: 6:00 with score 7.932483505154639/10. Water conditions: Waves 0.66m, Wind 12.1 m/s.Best night dive time: 0:00 with score 7.871344444444445/10.
Chart showing hourly dive conditions including wave height, wind speed, water temperature, and visibility throughout the day.
Sunrise at Cueva de la Virgen: 06:00
Sunset at Cueva de la Virgen: 18:00
Optimal diving conditions at Cueva de la Virgen 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: 7.9/10
Waves: 0.66m (4.85s), Wind: 12.1 m/s
Best Night
0:00Score: 7.9/10
Waves: 0.52m, Wind: 6.4 m/s
Seasonal Analysis for Cueva de la VirgenAlpha
Historical patterns and best seasons for diving at Cueva de la Virgen
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 Cueva de la Virgen
Winter
Avg. Score: 8.6/10
Winter offers the best overall diving conditions with calmer seas and better visibility, despite cooler temperatures.
Best Months for Cueva de la Virgen
January
Score: 8.9
February
Score: 8.5
December
Score: 8.4
Ideal Conditions for Cueva de la Virgen
Water Temp
26.9°C / 80.4°F
July
Visibility
16.2m / 53.1ft
January
Wave Height
0.7m / 2.3ft
January
Wave Period
8.0s
January
Seasonal Insights for Cueva de la Virgen
Cueva de la Virgen shows typical northern hemisphere patterns with July being the warmest month (26.9°C) and January the coldest (7.6°C). The calmest conditions typically occur in January with average wave heights of 0.7m 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 18, 2026
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