High Stones
Delve into the crystal-clear underwater world with impressive visibility of approximately 20m. Amongst the shallow waters, a vibrant array of marine life awaits, including an assortment of breams, puffers, blennys, wide-eyed flounders, rays, morays, damselfish, turkish wrasse, bogues, and parrotfish, each showcasing their exquisite beauty.
Notably, this site is highly favored for diving courses due to its picturesque rock formation, which not only mesmerizes with its allure but also provides a haven for a plethora of small fish within its intimate caves. Additionally, the shallow depth lends itself to extended dives, creating an environment of tranquility and relaxation. This makes it an ideal location for macro photography enthusiasts to capture the intricate details of marine life.
Enhanced by a visibility of up to 21m and boasting a maximum depth of 10m, this dive site is perfectly suited for beginners, offering an immersive experience that allows for the development of essential diving skills. Situated in the captivating country of Portugal, this site is conveniently located near Estádio de Desportos de Praia, ER 120, Vila Baleira, Porto Santo, Madeira, 9400-005, Portugal. Embark on an unforgettable underwater adventure and discover the wonders that await you at this remarkable dive site.
Diving Conditions Score for High Stones
Good diving conditions!
The score is based on a calculation of the current weather and sea conditions.
Dive Site Overview for High Stones
Depth
10m
Visibility
21m
Experience Level
Weather Conditions for High Stones
Wave Height
0.88m
Wind Speed
20.7 m/s
Water Temp
22.7°C
Visibility
30.96km
Cloud Cover
58%
Wave Period
5s
Air Temperature
23.1°C
Precipitation
0 mm
Dive Score Chart for High Stones
Best time to dive: 16:00 with score 7.442033333333334/10. Water conditions: Waves 0.86m, Wind 20.5 m/s.Best night dive time: 18:00 with score 6.8305/10.
Chart showing hourly dive conditions including wave height, wind speed, water temperature, and visibility throughout the day.
Optimal diving conditions at High Stones 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: 7.4/10
Waves: 0.86m (5.15s), Wind: 20.5 m/s
Score: 6.8/10
Waves: 0.88m, Wind: 21 m/s
Seasonal Analysis for High StonesAlpha
Historical patterns and best seasons for diving at High Stones
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 High Stones
Winter
Winter offers the best overall diving conditions with calmer seas and better visibility, despite cooler temperatures.
Best Months for High Stones
Ideal Conditions for High Stones
Water Temp
21.4°C / 70.5°F
July
Visibility
13.2m / 43.3ft
November
Wave Height
1.7m / 5.6ft
November
Wave Period
8.0s
January
Seasonal Insights for High Stones
High Stones shows typical northern hemisphere patterns with July being the warmest month (21.4°C) and January the coldest (13.9°C). The calmest conditions typically occur in November with average wave heights of 1.7m 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 9, 2026