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Helena Reef

Located in the beautiful waters of Spain, this small reef is a perfect dive site for divers of all levels. Standing at a height of around 1.5 meters, it offers an easy and accessible experience for beginners. With an average depth of 15 meters, divers can explore the vibrant underwater world that lies beneath.

The best time to dive is in the early morning, when the waters are calm and the visibility reaches an impressive 12 meters. However, it is important to note that later in the day, there may be a stronger current, so caution is advised.

Divers will be delighted to encounter an abundance of marine life at this dive site. Snappers are plentiful, creating a colorful spectacle for observers. Additionally, this reef serves as a nursery for trompetfish, adding to the diversity of the ecosystem. As you explore the rocky terrain, be cautious of the scorpion fishes that are known to hide among the rocks.

For those seeking a memorable diving experience in Spain, this dive site near La Charca, Puerto Rico, Mogán, Las Palmas, Canary Islands is a must-visit. Gain an appreciation for the underwater wonders that this location has to offer.

Diving Conditions Score for Helena Reef

7.3
Good

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

Dive Site Overview for Helena Reef

Depth

15m

Visibility

12m

Experience Level

beginner

Weather Conditions for Helena Reef

Wave Height

0.62m

Wind Speed

4.7 m/s

Water Temp

21.9°C

Visibility

27.4km

Cloud Cover

0%

Wave Period

6.15s

Air Temperature

19.7°C

Precipitation

0 mm

Detailed 7-Day Diving Forecast for Helena Reef
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Dive Score Chart for Helena Reef

Best time to dive: 6:00 with score 8.602763636363637/10. Water conditions: Waves 0.74m, Wind 2.3 m/s.Best night dive time: 23:00 with score 8.069071038251368/10.

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

Sunrise at Helena Reef: 06:00
Sunset at Helena Reef: 18:00

Optimal diving conditions at Helena Reef 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: 8.6/10
Waves: 0.74m (5.5s), Wind: 2.3 m/s

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Best Night
23:00

Score: 8.1/10
Waves: 0.62m, Wind: 5.6 m/s

Seasonal Analysis for Helena Reef
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Historical patterns and best seasons for diving at Helena Reef

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 Helena Reef

Winter

Avg. Score: 9.0/10

Winter offers the best overall diving conditions with calmer seas and better visibility, despite cooler temperatures.

Best Months for Helena Reef

January
Score: 9.1
February
Score: 9.0
November
Score: 8.9

Ideal Conditions for Helena Reef

Water Temp

Thermometer Emoji

24.9°C / 76.8°F

July

Visibility

Telescope Emoji

16.4m / 53.8ft

November

Wave Height

Wave Emoji

1.0m / 3.3ft

November

Wave Period

Wave Emoji

8.0s

January

Seasonal Insights for Helena Reef

Helena Reef shows typical northern hemisphere patterns with July being the warmest month (24.9°C) and January the coldest (14.8°C). The calmest conditions typically occur in November with average wave heights of 1.0m 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.

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

Last updated: 1 min. ago - Jun 17, 2026

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