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Ilha do Frade

Located off the coast of Atalaia Beach, this dive spot is a popular destination for both local and international divers. With its stunning variety of marine life, divers are sure to be captivated by the colorful fish that call this place home. The depth of this dive ranges from 8 to 22 meters, providing divers of all skill levels with the opportunity to explore its underwater wonders.

One of the highlights of this dive site is the frequent sightings of rays, turtles, lobsters, and moray eels. Divers can also expect to encounter large schools of fish, adding to the vibrant and dynamic atmosphere of the dive.

With a visibility of 27 meters and a maximum depth of 21 meters, this dive site offers excellent conditions for underwater exploration. Advanced and expert divers will find plenty of challenges and opportunities to showcase their skills.

Located in Brazil, this dive site is easily accessible from the nearby Trilha Pontinha Pedra Alta, Vila do Rosario, Fernando de Noronha. Its convenient location within the Região Geográfica Imediata do Recife, Região Geográfica Intermediária do Recife, Pernambuco, Northeast Region, makes it a must-visit destination for divers in the area.

Experience the natural beauty of the underwater world at this incredible dive site in Brazil. Book your dive today and prepare for an unforgettable underwater adventure.

Diving Conditions Score for Ilha do Frade

6.8
Above Average

Decent conditions, proceed with caution.
The score is based on a calculation of the current weather and sea conditions.

Dive Site Overview for Ilha do Frade

Depth

21m

Visibility

27m

Experience Level

advanced
expert

Weather Conditions for Ilha do Frade

Wave Height

1.9m

Wind Speed

10 m/s

Water Temp

28.3°C

Visibility

15km

Cloud Cover

57.5%

Wave Period

9.55s

Air Temperature

20°C

Precipitation

0 mm

Detailed 7-Day Diving Forecast for Ilha do Frade
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Dive Score Chart for Ilha do Frade

Best time to dive: 6:00 with score 6.326666666666666/10. Water conditions: Waves 1.9m, Wind 10 m/s.Best night dive time: 0:00 with score 5.826666666666666/10.

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

Sunrise at Ilha do Frade: 06:00
Sunset at Ilha do Frade: 18:00

Optimal diving conditions at Ilha do Frade 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: 6.3/10
Waves: 1.9m (8s), Wind: 10 m/s

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Best Night
0:00

Score: 5.8/10
Waves: 1.9m, Wind: 10 m/s

Seasonal Analysis for Ilha do Frade
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Historical patterns and best seasons for diving at Ilha do Frade

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 Ilha do Frade

Summer

Avg. Score: 10.0/10

Summer offers the warmest water temperatures and generally favorable conditions for all levels of divers.

Best Months for Ilha do Frade

May
Score: 10.0
June
Score: 10.0
July
Score: 10.0

Ideal Conditions for Ilha do Frade

Water Temp

Thermometer Emoji

20.4°C / 68.7°F

June

Visibility

Telescope Emoji

20.1m / 65.9ft

May

Wave Height

Wave Emoji

0.2m / 0.7ft

January

Wave Period

Wave Emoji

8.0s

January

Seasonal Insights for Ilha do Frade

Ilha do Frade follows southern hemisphere patterns with June being the warmest month (20.4°C) and December the coldest (16.4°C). The calmest conditions typically occur in January with average wave heights of 0.2m 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.

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

Last updated: 1 min. ago - Jun 22, 2026

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