El Trompo
Are you a beginner diver looking for an exciting underwater adventure? Look no further! Join us on a boat dive in Spain and explore a stunning rocky bar nestled in the breathtaking Mediterranean Sea.
With a minimum depth of 14 meters and a maximum depth of 23 meters, this dive site is perfect for divers of Open Water level and beyond. Don't forget to bring your flashlight to illuminate the mesmerizing underwater world that awaits you.
As you explore the rocky bar, you'll discover a vibrant ecosystem teeming with life. Delight in the beauty of the rocky holes, where you'll encounter a variety of marine creatures such as breams, castanets, and more. Keep your eyes peeled for Posidonia, an aquatic plant endemic to the Mediterranean, adding an extra touch of uniqueness to your dive experience.
To ensure your safety and ease of navigation, our experienced dive guide will mark the anchor location with a buoy and deploy a reel line across the entire rock bar. This allows you to easily navigate a round trip itinerary and find the ascent point with ease. Depending on the current conditions, we will decide on the NE or SW direction for the dive, typically reaching depths of around 28-29 meters before returning in the reciprocal direction.
With a visibility of 9 meters and a maximum depth of 20 meters, this dive site offers the perfect conditions for divers to explore and marvel at the underwater wonders. So, gear up and get ready for an unforgettable dive experience in the crystal-clear waters of Spain.
Join us on this extraordinary diving adventure and discover the hidden treasures beneath the surface. Book your boat dive today and immerse yourself in the beauty of Spain's underwater world.
Diving Conditions Score for El Trompo
Good diving conditions!
The score is based on a calculation of the current weather and sea conditions.
Dive Site Overview for El Trompo
Depth
20m
Visibility
9m
Experience Level
Weather Conditions for El Trompo
Wave Height
0.42m
Wind Speed
8.4 m/s
Water Temp
25°C
Visibility
42.86km
Cloud Cover
81%
Wave Period
4.65s
Air Temperature
31.2°C
Precipitation
0 mm
Dive Score Chart for El Trompo
Best time to dive: 7:00 with score 9.061215789473684/10. Water conditions: Waves 0.48m, Wind 1.9 m/s.Best night dive time: 19:00 with score 8.387037037037038/10.
Chart showing hourly dive conditions including wave height, wind speed, water temperature, and visibility throughout the day.
Optimal diving conditions at El Trompo 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: 9.1/10
Waves: 0.48m (4.75s), Wind: 1.9 m/s
Score: 8.4/10
Waves: 0.38m, Wind: 1.8 m/s
Seasonal Analysis for El TrompoAlpha
Historical patterns and best seasons for diving at El Trompo
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 Trompo
Winter
Winter offers the best overall diving conditions with calmer seas and better visibility, despite cooler temperatures.
Best Months for El Trompo
Ideal Conditions for El Trompo
Water Temp
26.0°C / 78.8°F
July
Visibility
18.5m / 60.7ft
January
Wave Height
0.2m / 0.7ft
January
Wave Period
8.0s
January
Seasonal Insights for El Trompo
El Trompo shows typical northern hemisphere patterns with July being the warmest month (26.0°C) and January the coldest (5.1°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