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Cueva de Radazul

Located just 10 minutes off the coast, there is an impressive cliff in the midst of a sandy area at a depth of 32 metres. This remarkable diving spot conceals a cavern with a depth of approximately 10 metres, reaching its deepest point at 49 metres. Both the entrance and the interior of the cavern are expansive and offer a captivating experience for divers.

Upon reaching the reef, divers will be greeted by a stunning display of large barracudas, which are commonly found in this area. This location serves as a passage for schools of sawfish and amberjacks, adding to the excitement and diversity of marine life encounters.

Prepare for an awe-inspiring deep dive at Radazul Bay, conveniently located less than 10 minutes away from the access point to the sea. The reef in this area ranges from 32 to 50 metres deep, with the entrance to the Cueva de Radazul situated at its deepest point. This breathtaking cavern is home to a thriving ecosystem, hosting an array of marine creatures, including amberjacks, groupers, shrimps, and moray eels. With a depth of 10 metres and generous dimensions in both height and width, this cavern offers an ideal setting for advanced and expert divers as well as technical diving enthusiasts.

With a visibility of 21 metres and a maximum depth of 36 metres, this dive site in Radazul Bay is a must-visit for divers seeking an unforgettable underwater adventure. Situated in Spain, specifically in the Canary Islands, the dive site can be easily accessed from the Puerto Deportivo de Radazul, located in the area of Radazul Bajo, El Rosario, Santa Cruz de Tenerife, Spain.

Diving Conditions Score for Cueva de Radazul

7
Good

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

Dive Site Overview for Cueva de Radazul

Depth

36m

Visibility

21m

Experience Level

advanced
expert

Weather Conditions for Cueva de Radazul

Wave Height

0.54m

Wind Speed

7.3 m/s

Water Temp

21.6°C

Visibility

26.36km

Cloud Cover

47%

Wave Period

4.75s

Air Temperature

18.4°C

Precipitation

0 mm

Detailed 7-Day Diving Forecast for Cueva de Radazul
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Dive Score Chart for Cueva de Radazul

Best time to dive: 11:00 with score 8.131838596491228/10. Water conditions: Waves 0.54m, Wind 8 m/s.Best night dive time: 2:00 with score 7.560320289855072/10.

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

Sunrise at Cueva de Radazul: 06:00
Sunset at Cueva de Radazul: 18:00

Optimal diving conditions at Cueva de Radazul 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
11:00

Score: 8.1/10
Waves: 0.54m (4.75s), Wind: 8 m/s

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Safest Overall
10:00

Score: 8.1/10
Waves: 0.52m (4.8s), Wind: 7.6 m/s

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Best Night
2:00

Score: 7.6/10
Waves: 0.58m, Wind: 7.9 m/s

Seasonal Analysis for Cueva de Radazul
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Historical patterns and best seasons for diving at Cueva de Radazul

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 Radazul

Winter

Avg. Score: 9.5/10

Winter offers the best overall diving conditions with calmer seas and better visibility, despite cooler temperatures.

Best Months for Cueva de Radazul

January
Score: 9.7
December
Score: 9.6
February
Score: 9.1

Ideal Conditions for Cueva de Radazul

Water Temp

Thermometer Emoji

24.3°C / 75.7°F

July

Visibility

Telescope Emoji

18.4m / 60.4ft

December

Wave Height

Wave Emoji

0.4m / 1.3ft

January

Wave Period

Wave Emoji

8.0s

January

Seasonal Insights for Cueva de Radazul

Cueva de Radazul shows typical northern hemisphere patterns with July being the warmest month (24.3°C) and January the coldest (14.2°C). The calmest conditions typically occur in January with average wave heights of 0.4m 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). July 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.

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

Last updated: 1 min. ago - Jun 20, 2026

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