El Vapor (Wreck)
This dive site offers an incredible experience for divers of all levels. The wreck, once a wooden steamer, now rests on a sandy bottom at a maximum depth of 17 meters. Accessible exclusively by dive boat, this site is a must-visit for underwater enthusiasts.
Throughout the year, divers can marvel at a variety of marine life including moonfish, yellowtails, rays, and more. Be prepared to encounter fascinating creatures such as octopus, groupers, chestnuts, bream, salps, and nudibranchs.
Located just a 10-minute boat ride away from the port of Tarragona in Spain, this dive site is easily accessible. With a visibility of 9 meters and a maximum depth of 16 meters, it is suitable for beginner divers seeking to explore the underwater wonders of Part Alta, Tarragona, Tarragonès, Tarragona, Catalonia, 43001, Spain.
Throughout the year, divers can marvel at a variety of marine life including moonfish, yellowtails, rays, and more. Be prepared to encounter fascinating creatures such as octopus, groupers, chestnuts, bream, salps, and nudibranchs.
Located just a 10-minute boat ride away from the port of Tarragona in Spain, this dive site is easily accessible. With a visibility of 9 meters and a maximum depth of 16 meters, it is suitable for beginner divers seeking to explore the underwater wonders of Part Alta, Tarragona, Tarragonès, Tarragona, Catalonia, 43001, Spain.
Diving Conditions Score for El Vapor (Wreck)
7.4
GoodGood diving conditions!
The score is based on a calculation of the current weather and sea conditions.
Dive Site Overview for El Vapor (Wreck)
Depth
16m
Visibility
9m
Experience Level
beginner
Weather Conditions for El Vapor (Wreck)
Wave Height
0.52m
Wind Speed
14.1 m/s
Water Temp
24.7°C
Visibility
36.64km
Cloud Cover
43%
Wave Period
4.15s
Air Temperature
29.3°C
Precipitation
0 mm
Detailed 7-Day Diving Forecast for El Vapor (Wreck)
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Dive Score Chart for El Vapor (Wreck)
Best time to dive: 7:00 with score 8.770737037037037/10. Water conditions: Waves 0.56m, Wind 2.2 m/s.Best night dive time: 20:00 with score 8.057887878787879/10.
Chart showing hourly dive conditions including wave height, wind speed, water temperature, and visibility throughout the day.
Sunrise at El Vapor (Wreck): 06:00
Sunset at El Vapor (Wreck): 18:00
Optimal diving conditions at El Vapor (Wreck) 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
7:00Score: 8.8/10
Waves: 0.56m (4.5s), Wind: 2.2 m/s
Best Night
20:00Score: 8.1/10
Waves: 0.52m, Wind: 4.4 m/s
Seasonal Analysis for El Vapor (Wreck)Alpha
Historical patterns and best seasons for diving at El Vapor (Wreck)
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 Vapor (Wreck)
Winter
Avg. Score: 8.9/10
Winter offers the best overall diving conditions with calmer seas and better visibility, despite cooler temperatures.
Best Months for El Vapor (Wreck)
January
Score: 9.1
December
Score: 8.9
February
Score: 8.6
Ideal Conditions for El Vapor (Wreck)
Water Temp
26.0°C / 78.8°F
August
Visibility
17.8m / 58.4ft
December
Wave Height
0.4m / 1.3ft
January
Wave Period
8.0s
January
Seasonal Insights for El Vapor (Wreck)
El Vapor (Wreck) shows typical northern hemisphere patterns with August being the warmest month (26.0°C) and January the coldest (4.8°C). The calmest conditions typically occur in January with average wave heights of 0.4m 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 20, 2026
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