Ilha do Meio
Immerse yourself in the enchanting world of the island's small caves, where every dive brings new discoveries and awe-inspiring encounters. Explore vibrant schools of fish, as well as the occasional rays and sharks that gracefully glide through the water.
With excellent visibility of 23 meters and a maximum depth of 13 meters, this dive site is perfect for divers of all skill levels, including beginners. Located in Brazil, specifically at Ilha do Meio, Rua Joaquim Ferreira, Fernando de Noronha, Região Geográfica Imediata do Recife, Região Geográfica Intermediária do Recife, Pernambuco, Northeast Region, 53990-000, Brazil, this underwater haven promises an unforgettable diving experience.
Diving Conditions Score for Ilha do Meio
Good diving conditions!
The score is based on a calculation of the current weather and sea conditions.
Dive Site Overview for Ilha do Meio
Depth
13m
Visibility
23m
Experience Level
Weather Conditions for Ilha do Meio
Wave Height
1.58m
Wind Speed
25.4 m/s
Water Temp
27.7°C
Visibility
21.8km
Cloud Cover
10%
Wave Period
9.25s
Air Temperature
26.8°C
Precipitation
0 mm
Dive Score Chart for Ilha do Meio
Best time to dive: 6:00 with score 6.585233333333333/10. Water conditions: Waves 1.58m, Wind 24.2 m/s.Best night dive time: 5:00 with score 6.0816333333333334/10.
Chart showing hourly dive conditions including wave height, wind speed, water temperature, and visibility throughout the day.
Optimal diving conditions at Ilha do Meio 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: 6.6/10
Waves: 1.58m (9s), Wind: 24.2 m/s
Score: 6.1/10
Waves: 1.58m, Wind: 22.6 m/s
Seasonal Analysis for Ilha do MeioAlpha
Historical patterns and best seasons for diving at Ilha do Meio
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 Meio
Summer
Summer offers the warmest water temperatures and generally favorable conditions for all levels of divers.
Best Months for Ilha do Meio
Ideal Conditions for Ilha do Meio
Water Temp
27.0°C / 80.6°F
May
Visibility
12.0m / 39.4ft
November
Wave Height
2.4m / 7.9ft
March
Wave Period
8.0s
January
Seasonal Insights for Ilha do Meio
Ilha do Meio follows southern hemisphere patterns with May being the warmest month (27.0°C) and December the coldest (22.6°C). The calmest conditions typically occur in March with average wave heights of 2.4m and wave periods of 8.0s. The most comfortable wave conditions are in March 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). November is usually the driest month with 0.0mm of precipitation. For beginners, the best time to visit would be during March to May, 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 8, 2026