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Es Banc

Es Banc, located within the marine reserve of Formentera in Spain, is one of our top dive sites. It is conveniently just a short 10-minute navigation away from our base at Can Marroig, Camí de Sa Punta de Sa Marina, Formentera, Balearic Islands, 07870, Spain. With a maximum depth of 20 meters and an average depth of 15 meters, it is suitable for divers of all levels - from beginners to advanced and expert divers.

One of the highlights of diving at Es Banc is the breathtaking visibility of 18 meters, allowing you to fully appreciate the beauty of the underwater world. As you explore the dive site, you will encounter a vibrant array of marine species. Keep an eye out for barracuda and grouper swimming gracefully through the crystal clear water. Rays can often be spotted gliding gracefully along the sandy bottom, while octopus and moray eels hide among the rocks. The diversity of marine life also includes a variety of colorful nudibranchs.

The dive at Es Banc typically follows the wall, where you will come across a small arch teeming with life. This particular spot is known for its abundance of barracuda and is a favorite among divers in the marine reserve of Formentera. Whether you are a beginner looking to explore the underwater world for the first time or an experienced diver seeking new adventures, Es Banc offers a memorable diving experience that showcases the beauty and diversity of this stunning location.

Diving Conditions Score for Es Banc

8.1
Very Good

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

Dive Site Overview for Es Banc

Depth

16m

Visibility

18m

Experience Level

beginner
advanced
expert

Weather Conditions for Es Banc

Wave Height

0.08m

Wind Speed

10.2 m/s

Water Temp

28.1°C

Visibility

35.24km

Cloud Cover

0%

Wave Period

3.65s

Air Temperature

30.1°C

Precipitation

0 mm

Detailed 7-Day Diving Forecast for Es Banc
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Dive Score Chart for Es Banc

Best time to dive: 6:00 with score 9.175555555555555/10. Water conditions: Waves 0.1m, Wind 3.4 m/s.Best night dive time: 2:00 with score 8.740684931506852/10.

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

Sunrise at Es Banc: 06:00
Sunset at Es Banc: 18:00

Optimal diving conditions at Es Banc 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: 9.2/10
Waves: 0.1m (3.75s), Wind: 3.4 m/s

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Best Night
2:00

Score: 8.7/10
Waves: 0.1m, Wind: 2.7 m/s

Seasonal Analysis for Es Banc
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Historical patterns and best seasons for diving at Es Banc

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 Es Banc

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 Es Banc

January
Score: 8.4
February
Score: 7.9
December
Score: 7.8

Ideal Conditions for Es Banc

Water Temp

Thermometer Emoji

26.7°C / 80.1°F

August

Visibility

Telescope Emoji

13.3m / 43.6ft

January

Wave Height

Wave Emoji

1.4m / 4.6ft

January

Wave Period

Wave Emoji

8.0s

January

Seasonal Insights for Es Banc

Es Banc 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.

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

Last updated: 1 min. ago - Jul 6, 2026

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