Farilhão da Cova
While immersing yourself in this underwater wonderland, exercise caution to avoid encounters with venomous scorpion fish, prickly sea urchins, and territorial triggerfish. These creatures add an element of intrigue and excitement to the diving experience.
Located in Portugal, specifically near Farilhões, this dive site offers a maximum depth of 18m and visibility that extends up to 12m. Due to the intricate nature of the caves and the potential challenges they present, this site is recommended for advanced divers who possess the necessary skills and experience.
Embark on an unforgettable diving adventure at this extraordinary location, where the beauty of the underwater world meets the thrill of exploration. Dive into the depths of this dive site, immersing yourself in the wonders of nature that await.
Diving Conditions Score for Farilhão da Cova
Average conditions, be alert.
The score is based on a calculation of the current weather and sea conditions.
Dive Site Overview for Farilhão da Cova
Depth
18m
Visibility
12m
Experience Level
Weather Conditions for Farilhão da Cova
Wave Height
0.84m
Wind Speed
21.4 m/s
Water Temp
20.1°C
Visibility
19.1km
Cloud Cover
70%
Wave Period
5.25s
Air Temperature
19.9°C
Precipitation
0 mm
Dive Score Chart for Farilhão da Cova
Best time to dive: 9:00 with score 7.0467/10. Water conditions: Waves 0.84m, Wind 20.3 m/s.Best night dive time: 22:00 with score 6.307066666666666/10.
Chart showing hourly dive conditions including wave height, wind speed, water temperature, and visibility throughout the day.
Optimal diving conditions at Farilhão da Cova 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: 7.0/10
Waves: 0.84m (5.25s), Wind: 20.3 m/s
Score: 6.3/10
Waves: 0.98m, Wind: 28.9 m/s
Seasonal Analysis for Farilhão da CovaAlpha
Historical patterns and best seasons for diving at Farilhão da Cova
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 Farilhão da Cova
Winter
Winter offers the best overall diving conditions with calmer seas and better visibility, despite cooler temperatures.
Best Months for Farilhão da Cova
Ideal Conditions for Farilhão da Cova
Water Temp
19.3°C / 66.7°F
July
Visibility
12.0m / 39.4ft
May
Wave Height
1.9m / 6.2ft
February
Wave Period
8.0s
January
Seasonal Insights for Farilhão da Cova
Farilhão da Cova shows typical northern hemisphere patterns with July being the warmest month (19.3°C) and January the coldest (9.9°C). The calmest conditions typically occur in February with average wave heights of 1.9m and wave periods of 8.0s. The most comfortable wave conditions are in February 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 February to April, 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 - Jul 7, 2026