Escull del Gobernador
This dive site offers a rich diversity of marine life, including groupers, moray eels, barracudas, nudibranchs, scorpion fish, octopuses, snappers, amberjacks, rays, torpedoes, and triggerfish. The low season is the ideal time to witness these fascinating creatures up close.
Accessible by boat, the islet forms a narrow channel that gradually descends from the coastline. Divers can explore the islet's depths ranging from 17 to 7 meters, and then ascend to the safety stop while relishing the marine wonders of the channel.
With a visibility of 26 meters and a maximum depth of 16 meters, this dive spot is suitable for beginners seeking an unforgettable underwater adventure. Located near Cami de Cavalls, Ciutadella, Menorca, Balearic Islands, Spain, this pristine location promises an incredible diving experience.
Diving Conditions Score for Escull del Gobernador
Good diving conditions!
The score is based on a calculation of the current weather and sea conditions.
Dive Site Overview for Escull del Gobernador
Depth
16m
Visibility
26m
Experience Level
Weather Conditions for Escull del Gobernador
Wave Height
0.76m
Wind Speed
9.9 m/s
Water Temp
24.2°C
Visibility
34.02km
Cloud Cover
0%
Wave Period
4.7s
Air Temperature
23.7°C
Precipitation
0 mm
Dive Score Chart for Escull del Gobernador
Best time to dive: 17:00 with score 7.74/10. Water conditions: Waves 0.78m, Wind 14.8 m/s.Best night dive time: 23:00 with score 7.617933333333333/10.
Chart showing hourly dive conditions including wave height, wind speed, water temperature, and visibility throughout the day.
Optimal diving conditions at Escull del Gobernador 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: 7.7/10
Waves: 0.78m (4.55s), Wind: 14.8 m/s
Score: 7.6/10
Waves: 0.7m, Wind: 6.5 m/s
Seasonal Analysis for Escull del GobernadorAlpha
Historical patterns and best seasons for diving at Escull del Gobernador
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 Escull del Gobernador
Winter
Winter offers the best overall diving conditions with calmer seas and better visibility, despite cooler temperatures.
Best Months for Escull del Gobernador
Ideal Conditions for Escull del Gobernador
Water Temp
27.0°C / 80.6°F
August
Visibility
14.7m / 48.2ft
January
Wave Height
1.1m / 3.6ft
January
Wave Period
8.0s
January
Seasonal Insights for Escull del Gobernador
Escull del Gobernador shows typical northern hemisphere patterns with July being the warmest month (27.2°C) and January the coldest (7.3°C). The calmest conditions typically occur in January with average wave heights of 1.1m 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