Dau Petit
Known locally as Dau Petit, this dive site is renowned for its rich underwater ecosystem. Divers can expect to encounter a wide variety of marine life, making it a must-visit location for those interested in underwater biodiversity. The dive begins at a depth of around 5-7 meters and reaches a maximum depth of 34 meters.
The surface of Dau Petit may be small, but its underwater terrain is vast, resembling underwater mountains. In fact, it is home to one of the largest diving wrecks in the Mediterranean, the Don Pedro, which rests just 200 meters away. This adds an additional element of excitement for experienced divers looking for a unique and captivating dive experience.
With a visibility of 17 meters and a maximum depth of 23 meters, the Small Dive is suitable for divers of all skill levels. Whether you're a beginner, advanced, or expert diver, you'll find something fascinating to explore here. Located near Es Malvins in Ibiza, Spain, this dive site offers easy access and is a must-visit for anyone looking to discover the incredible underwater world of the Mediterranean.
Diving Conditions Score for Dau Petit
Very good diving conditions!
The score is based on a calculation of the current weather and sea conditions.
Dive Site Overview for Dau Petit
Depth
23m
Visibility
17m
Experience Level
Weather Conditions for Dau Petit
Wave Height
0.72m
Wind Speed
4.6 m/s
Water Temp
25.2°C
Visibility
32.66km
Cloud Cover
63%
Wave Period
4.65s
Air Temperature
24.1°C
Precipitation
0 mm
Dive Score Chart for Dau Petit
Best time to dive: 10:00 with score 8.227933333333333/10. Water conditions: Waves 0.88m, Wind 21.8 m/s.Best night dive time: 23:00 with score 8.51/10.
Chart showing hourly dive conditions including wave height, wind speed, water temperature, and visibility throughout the day.
Optimal diving conditions at Dau Petit 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: 8.5/10
Waves: 0.72m (4.65s), Wind: 4.3 m/s
Score: 8.2/10
Waves: 0.82m (4.55s), Wind: 15.2 m/s
Score: 8.2/10
Waves: 0.88m, Wind: 21.8 m/s
Seasonal Analysis for Dau PetitAlpha
Historical patterns and best seasons for diving at Dau Petit
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 Dau Petit
Winter
Winter offers the best overall diving conditions with calmer seas and better visibility, despite cooler temperatures.
Best Months for Dau Petit
Ideal Conditions for Dau Petit
Water Temp
23.9°C / 75.0°F
June
Visibility
20.1m / 65.9ft
October
Wave Height
0.2m / 0.7ft
January
Wave Period
8.0s
January
Seasonal Insights for Dau Petit
Dau Petit shows typical northern hemisphere patterns with June being the warmest month (23.9°C) and December the coldest (19.9°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 21, 2026