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Djeu (Ilhéu dos Pássaros)

Djeu, located 3.5km NW of Mindelo in Cape Verde, is an exceptional dive spot just a 5-minute boat ride from Porto Grande. With its versatile nature, Djeu offers between 4 to 6 different routes, catering to various types of dives and divers with different skill levels.

At Djeu, divers can witness a diverse marine life including more than 10 different species of schooling fishes, majestic turtles, swift barracudas, graceful ocean mantas, elegant rays, dazzling dorados, and a vibrant array of corals, molluscs, and crustaceans.

Although Djeu provides exceptional dive experiences, it is worth noting that the spot demands a certain level of experience due to its unpredictable currents. Divers may encounter 2 or more currents simultaneously, pulling in different directions. However, these challenging conditions make it a thrilling spot for drift diving, allowing divers to finish their dive on the other side of the islet.

With a visibility of 21m and a maximum depth of 22m, Djeu is suitable for divers of all levels, including beginners, advanced divers, and experts. Whether you are looking to explore the underwater wonders or further develop your diving skills, Djeu promises an unforgettable experience.

For those planning their visit, Djeu is conveniently located near Ponte João Ribeiro, São Vicente, Cape Verde. Discover the captivating underwater world of Djeu and embark on a remarkable diving adventure.

Diving Conditions Score for Djeu (Ilhéu dos Pássaros)

8
Very Good

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

Dive Site Overview for Djeu (Ilhéu dos Pássaros)

Depth

22m

Visibility

21m

Experience Level

beginner
advanced
expert

Weather Conditions for Djeu (Ilhéu dos Pássaros)

Wave Height

0.9m

Wind Speed

37.3 m/s

Water Temp

25°C

Visibility

29.58km

Cloud Cover

5%

Wave Period

7.3s

Air Temperature

24.8°C

Precipitation

0 mm

Detailed 7-Day Diving Forecast for Djeu (Ilhéu dos Pássaros)
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Dive Score Chart for Djeu (Ilhéu dos Pássaros)

Best time to dive: 10:00 with score 7.926382191780822/10. Water conditions: Waves 0.9m, Wind 37.3 m/s.Best night dive time: 1:00 with score 7.680125995807129/10.

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

Sunrise at Djeu (Ilhéu dos Pássaros): 06:00
Sunset at Djeu (Ilhéu dos Pássaros): 18:00

Optimal diving conditions at Djeu (Ilhéu dos Pássaros) 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
10:00

Score: 7.9/10
Waves: 0.9m (7.3s), Wind: 37.3 m/s

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Best Night
1:00

Score: 7.7/10
Waves: 0.86m, Wind: 17.4 m/s

Seasonal Analysis for Djeu (Ilhéu dos Pássaros)
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Historical patterns and best seasons for diving at Djeu (Ilhéu dos Pássaros)

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 Djeu (Ilhéu dos Pássaros)

Winter

Avg. Score: 9.0/10

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

Best Months for Djeu (Ilhéu dos Pássaros)

January
Score: 9.0
November
Score: 9.0
December
Score: 9.0

Ideal Conditions for Djeu (Ilhéu dos Pássaros)

Water Temp

Thermometer Emoji

25.4°C / 77.7°F

August

Visibility

Telescope Emoji

12.0m / 39.4ft

May

Wave Height

Wave Emoji

2.1m / 6.9ft

January

Wave Period

Wave Emoji

8.0s

January

Seasonal Insights for Djeu (Ilhéu dos Pássaros)

Djeu (Ilhéu dos Pássaros) shows typical northern hemisphere patterns with August being the warmest month (25.4°C) and January the coldest (18.9°C). The calmest conditions typically occur in January with average wave heights of 2.1m 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.

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

Last updated: 1 min. ago - Jun 14, 2026

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