El Hornillo
During the dive, you'll be surrounded by a vibrant marine life. Sponges, anemones (including a large number of Actinia Equina, also known as sea tomatoes), sea urchins, and various species of fish such as scorpion fish, crawfish, salps, mullet, damselfish, and fredis can be spotted along the way. As you explore the depths, you'll also uncover over a century of history.
One hidden gem in this area is the spectacular specimen of Hippocampus Guttulatus, or sea horse, that our divers have discovered. Its impressive size and vibrant colors make it a true attraction of this dive.
With a visibility of approximately 10m, divers can fully appreciate the underwater beauty this site has to offer. Whether you're a beginner or an experienced diver, the Hornillo pier dive is a must-do experience when diving in Spain. Don't miss the opportunity to explore this historical marvel in the stunning waters of the bay.
Diving Conditions Score for El Hornillo
Excellent diving conditions!
The score is based on a calculation of the current weather and sea conditions.
Dive Site Overview for El Hornillo
Depth
16m
Visibility
10m
Experience Level
Weather Conditions for El Hornillo
Wave Height
0.26m
Wind Speed
5.5 m/s
Water Temp
25.6°C
Visibility
39.8km
Cloud Cover
7%
Wave Period
4.05s
Air Temperature
25.8°C
Precipitation
0 mm
Dive Score Chart for El Hornillo
Best time to dive: 7:00 with score 9.80503827160494/10. Water conditions: Waves 0.24m, Wind 0.5 m/s.Best night dive time: 21:00 with score 9.171322807017544/10.
Chart showing hourly dive conditions including wave height, wind speed, water temperature, and visibility throughout the day.
Optimal diving conditions at El Hornillo 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: 9.8/10
Waves: 0.24m (4.05s), Wind: 0.5 m/s
Score: 9.2/10
Waves: 0.2m, Wind: 1.6 m/s
Seasonal Analysis for El HornilloAlpha
Historical patterns and best seasons for diving at El Hornillo
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 Hornillo
Winter
Winter offers the best overall diving conditions with calmer seas and better visibility, despite cooler temperatures.
Best Months for El Hornillo
Ideal Conditions for El Hornillo
Water Temp
27.2°C / 81.0°F
July
Visibility
16.5m / 54.1ft
December
Wave Height
0.8m / 2.6ft
December
Wave Period
8.0s
January
Seasonal Insights for El Hornillo
El Hornillo shows typical northern hemisphere patterns with July being the warmest month (27.2°C) and January the coldest (7.8°C). The calmest conditions typically occur in December with average wave heights of 0.8m and wave periods of 8.0s. The most comfortable wave conditions are in December 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 December to February, 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 - Jul 1, 2026