Cueva del Inglés
The backlighting in this cavern is truly mesmerizing, leaving divers breathless. Outside the cavern, you'll encounter a variety of marine life such as moray eels, groupers, nudibranchs, and white gorgonians. Inside the cavern, the walls are covered in a multitude of shrimps, and if you're lucky, you may even spot some congers.
To reach this enchanting dive spot, head out from the Fornells harbor and turn right towards the cliffs below la Mola de Fornells. From the surface, you can easily spot the entrance to the cavern. In fact, you can even dive in directly from your boat. As you immerse yourself underwater, the cavern gradually narrows, offering an intimate and unforgettable experience. Don't forget to look back and admire the stunning backlighting and the immense column that awaits your exploration.
With visibility reaching up to 19m, this dive site is perfect for divers of all levels, including beginners. So, whether you're a seasoned diver or just starting out, don't miss the opportunity to discover the underwater wonders of this dive site located near Mola de Fornells, in the picturesque es Mercadal, Menorca, Balearic Islands, 07748, Spain.
Diving Conditions Score for Cueva del Inglés
Decent conditions, proceed with caution.
The score is based on a calculation of the current weather and sea conditions.
Dive Site Overview for Cueva del Inglés
Depth
20m
Visibility
19m
Experience Level
Weather Conditions for Cueva del Inglés
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
Dive Score Chart for Cueva del Inglés
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.
Optimal diving conditions at Cueva del Inglés 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: 7.1/10
Waves: 1m (8s), Wind: 10 m/s
Score: 6.6/10
Waves: 1m, Wind: 10 m/s
Seasonal Analysis for Cueva del InglésAlpha
Historical patterns and best seasons for diving at Cueva del Inglés
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 del Inglés
Winter
Winter offers the best overall diving conditions with calmer seas and better visibility, despite cooler temperatures.
Best Months for Cueva del Inglés
Ideal Conditions for Cueva del Inglés
Water Temp
24.0°C / 75.2°F
June
Visibility
20.1m / 65.9ft
October
Wave Height
0.2m / 0.7ft
January
Wave Period
8.0s
January
Seasonal Insights for Cueva del Inglés
Cueva del Inglés shows typical northern hemisphere patterns with June being the warmest month (24.0°C) and December the coldest (20.0°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