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El Tazar

To the north of this captivating dive site, there lies a remarkable feature known as the split-off rock tower. This distinctive formation creates a narrow and mesmerizing gorge, complete with a sharp 90-degree angle. As you approach the tower, you'll be greeted by colossal blocks of lava cascading rapidly into the depths of the sandy seabed below. These lava blocks, arranged akin to dominoes, add a unique touch to the underwater landscape.

Along the steep walls of the gorge, you'll find the domain of abundant barracudas and bonitos, forming swirling swarms that captivate divers. Venture between the lava blocks, and you'll encounter an array of captivating marine life, including groupers, moray eels, parrotfish, and tube eels dwelling in the sandy patches.

With a visibility of approximately 17 meters, this dive promises stunning underwater vistas. The maximum depth reaches an impressive 27 meters, providing ample opportunities for divers of all levels to explore its enchanting depths. Whether you are a beginner, advanced, or expert diver, this dive site caters to your skill level.

Situated in Spain, this aquatic marvel can be found near Museo del la Sal, Calle Antonio Garcia Darias, Salinas del Carmen, Antigua, Las Palmas, Canary Islands, 35610, Spain. Immerse yourself in the wonders of this extraordinary dive site and experience the beauty and richness of the underwater world.

Diving Conditions Score for El Tazar

7.2
Good

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

Dive Site Overview for El Tazar

Depth

27m

Visibility

17m

Experience Level

beginner
advanced
expert

Weather Conditions for El Tazar

Wave Height

0.44m

Wind Speed

18.3 m/s

Water Temp

21.6°C

Visibility

18.68km

Cloud Cover

8%

Wave Period

4.35s

Air Temperature

24°C

Precipitation

0 mm

Detailed 7-Day Diving Forecast for El Tazar
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Dive Score Chart for El Tazar

Best time to dive: 6:00 with score 7.859208527131783/10. Water conditions: Waves 0.58m, Wind 12 m/s.Best night dive time: 2:00 with score 7.419944444444444/10.

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

Sunrise at El Tazar: 06:00
Sunset at El Tazar: 18:00

Optimal diving conditions at El Tazar 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
6:00

Score: 7.9/10
Waves: 0.58m (4.3s), Wind: 12 m/s

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Best Night
2:00

Score: 7.4/10
Waves: 0.58m, Wind: 14.8 m/s

Seasonal Analysis for El Tazar
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Historical patterns and best seasons for diving at El Tazar

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 Tazar

Winter

Avg. Score: 8.7/10

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

Best Months for El Tazar

January
Score: 8.8
December
Score: 8.7
February
Score: 8.5

Ideal Conditions for El Tazar

Water Temp

Thermometer Emoji

23.9°C / 75.0°F

July

Visibility

Telescope Emoji

13.4m / 44.0ft

December

Wave Height

Wave Emoji

1.5m / 4.9ft

December

Wave Period

Wave Emoji

8.0s

January

Seasonal Insights for El Tazar

El Tazar shows typical northern hemisphere patterns with July being the warmest month (23.9°C) and January the coldest (13.1°C). The calmest conditions typically occur in December with average wave heights of 1.5m 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.

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

Last updated: 1 min. ago - Jun 21, 2026

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