EL ARCO
El Arco, located within the marine reserve of Formentera in Spain, is a stunning dive site accessible by a ten-minute boat ride. With its crystal clear waters teeming with Mediterranean sea life, El Arco is suitable for divers of all ages and skill levels, from beginners to experts. This dive spot boasts extensive posidonia meadows, which serve as a habitat for various species, including schools of small fish. Exploring the platform hidden among rocks, you may encounter fascinating creatures like octopuses and moray eels. With a maximum depth of 14m and an impressive visibility of 15m, El Arco offers an unforgettable diving experience. Whether you are embarking on a try dive, taking courses, or already a qualified diver, El Arco promises to showcase the beauty of the underwater world in Formentera's marine reserve. The close proximity of El Arco to Vinya de Can Marroig, Formentera, Balearic Islands, 07870, Spain, makes it a convenient choice for divers exploring this region.
Diving Conditions Score for EL ARCO
7
GoodGood diving conditions!
The score is based on a calculation of the current weather and sea conditions.
Dive Site Overview for EL ARCO
Depth
14m
Visibility
15m
Experience Level
beginner
advanced
expert
Weather Conditions for EL ARCO
Wave Height
0.82m
Wind Speed
21 m/s
Water Temp
23.9°C
Visibility
27.84km
Cloud Cover
43%
Wave Period
4.1s
Air Temperature
23.2°C
Precipitation
0 mm
Detailed 7-Day Diving Forecast for EL ARCO
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Dive Score Chart for EL ARCO
Best time to dive: 8:00 with score 7.494833333333333/10. Water conditions: Waves 0.8m, Wind 21 m/s.Best night dive time: 0:00 with score 7.107966666666667/10.
Chart showing hourly dive conditions including wave height, wind speed, water temperature, and visibility throughout the day.
Sunrise at EL ARCO: 06:00
Sunset at EL ARCO: 18:00
Optimal diving conditions at EL ARCO 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
8:00Score: 7.5/10
Waves: 0.8m (4.1s), Wind: 21 m/s
Best Night
0:00Score: 7.1/10
Waves: 0.66m, Wind: 14.9 m/s
Seasonal Analysis for EL ARCOAlpha
Historical patterns and best seasons for diving at EL ARCO
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 EL ARCO
Winter
Avg. Score: 8.0/10
Winter offers the best overall diving conditions with calmer seas and better visibility, despite cooler temperatures.
Best Months for EL ARCO
January
Score: 8.4
February
Score: 7.9
December
Score: 7.8
Ideal Conditions for EL ARCO
Water Temp
26.7°C / 80.1°F
August
Visibility
13.3m / 43.6ft
January
Wave Height
1.4m / 4.6ft
January
Wave Period
8.0s
January
Seasonal Insights for EL ARCO
EL ARCO shows typical northern hemisphere patterns with August being the warmest month (26.7°C) and January the coldest (9.8°C). The calmest conditions typically occur in January with average wave heights of 1.4m 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). 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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