Fariones
Discover the extraordinary underwater cliff at Playa Grande that sets it apart from others in the area due to its impressive depth and towering walls. Adjacent to the Fariones millstone, this site serves as a captivating aquarium, providing an ideal snorkeling experience and offering convenient safety stops.
Immerse yourself in the remarkable underwater cliffs of Puerto del Carmen, where you can witness the mesmerizing migration of species like tunas, bonitos, amberjacks, and wahoo.
Playa Grande Los Arcos caters to divers of all levels, making it a haven for advanced divers seeking decompression stops and thrilling dives in the diverse and breathtaking locations accessible from a single point. Delve into caves, explore underwater cliffs, encounter deep corals, sharks, and even unexpected encounters with Manta Diablos. It is no wonder why this site stands as the most popular diving destination in Lanzarote.
Recommended for advanced and expert divers, the site boasts a maximum depth of 29m and visibility up to 19m, ensuring a rewarding underwater experience. Located in Acatife, Puerto del Carmen, Tías, Las Palmas, Canary Islands, Spain, this dive spot offers convenient access and a location brimming with natural beauty.
Immerse yourself in the remarkable underwater cliffs of Puerto del Carmen, where you can witness the mesmerizing migration of species like tunas, bonitos, amberjacks, and wahoo.
Playa Grande Los Arcos caters to divers of all levels, making it a haven for advanced divers seeking decompression stops and thrilling dives in the diverse and breathtaking locations accessible from a single point. Delve into caves, explore underwater cliffs, encounter deep corals, sharks, and even unexpected encounters with Manta Diablos. It is no wonder why this site stands as the most popular diving destination in Lanzarote.
Recommended for advanced and expert divers, the site boasts a maximum depth of 29m and visibility up to 19m, ensuring a rewarding underwater experience. Located in Acatife, Puerto del Carmen, Tías, Las Palmas, Canary Islands, Spain, this dive spot offers convenient access and a location brimming with natural beauty.
Diving Conditions Score for Fariones
6.4
Above AverageDecent conditions, proceed with caution.
The score is based on a calculation of the current weather and sea conditions.
Dive Site Overview for Fariones
Depth
29m
Visibility
19m
Experience Level
advanced
expert
Weather Conditions for Fariones
Wave Height
0.36m
Wind Speed
12.3 m/s
Water Temp
24°C
Visibility
20.22km
Cloud Cover
16%
Wave Period
5.45s
Air Temperature
32.4°C
Precipitation
0 mm
Detailed 7-Day Diving Forecast for Fariones
Alpha
Dive Score Chart for Fariones
Best time to dive: 7:00 with score 7.83775575221239/10. Water conditions: Waves 0.38m, Wind 14.3 m/s.Best night dive time: 0:00 with score 7.3611555555555555/10.
Chart showing hourly dive conditions including wave height, wind speed, water temperature, and visibility throughout the day.
Sunrise at Fariones: 06:00
Sunset at Fariones: 18:00
Optimal diving conditions at Fariones 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: 7.8/10
Waves: 0.38m (5.65s), Wind: 14.3 m/s
Safest Overall
6:00Score: 7.8/10
Waves: 0.38m (5.65s), Wind: 12.8 m/s
Best Night
0:00Score: 7.4/10
Waves: 0.34m, Wind: 16.5 m/s
Seasonal Analysis for FarionesAlpha
Historical patterns and best seasons for diving at Fariones
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 Fariones
Winter
Avg. Score: 8.6/10
Winter offers the best overall diving conditions with calmer seas and better visibility, despite cooler temperatures.
Best Months for Fariones
January
Score: 8.7
December
Score: 8.7
February
Score: 8.5
Ideal Conditions for Fariones
Water Temp
24.3°C / 75.7°F
July
Visibility
13.9m / 45.6ft
November
Wave Height
1.6m / 5.2ft
November
Wave Period
8.0s
January
Seasonal Insights for Fariones
Fariones shows typical northern hemisphere patterns with July being the warmest month (24.3°C) and January the coldest (14.2°C). The calmest conditions typically occur in November with average wave heights of 1.6m and wave periods of 8.0s. The most comfortable wave conditions are in November 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 November to January, 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 6, 2026
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