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Ilha Escalvada

Escalvada Island in Espírito Santo, Brazil is home to one of the most impressive dive sites in the region. With a depth ranging from 6 to 24 meters, this site offers an exciting experience for divers of all levels. However, it's important to note that the currents at this point can be strong.

Due to its distance from the coast, Escalvada Island serves as a sanctuary for a diverse range of marine life. From vibrant fish to fascinating marine creatures, this dive site ensures an encounter with a thriving underwater ecosystem.

With visibility reaching up to 8 meters and a maximum depth of 14 meters, divers can explore the beauty and wonders of this underwater paradise. Whether you're a beginner or an advanced diver, Escalvada Island welcomes all levels of experience.

Come and discover the captivating dive site of Escalvada Island, located in the picturesque Ilha Escalvada, Guarapari, Espírito Santo, Brazil. Get ready to explore the magnificent underwater world that awaits you.

Diving Conditions Score for Ilha Escalvada

6.5
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 Escalvada

Depth

14m

Visibility

8m

Experience Level

beginner
advanced

Weather Conditions for Ilha Escalvada

Wave Height

1.02m

Wind Speed

12.3 m/s

Water Temp

23.7°C

Visibility

25.14km

Cloud Cover

91%

Wave Period

7.75s

Air Temperature

19°C

Precipitation

0 mm

Detailed 7-Day Diving Forecast for Ilha Escalvada
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Dive Score Chart for Ilha Escalvada

Best time to dive: 6:00 with score 7.1961246284501055/10. Water conditions: Waves 1.02m, Wind 12 m/s.Best night dive time: 0:00 with score 6.922751162790697/10.

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

Sunrise at Ilha Escalvada: 06:00
Sunset at Ilha Escalvada: 18:00

Optimal diving conditions at Ilha Escalvada 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: 7.2/10
Waves: 1.02m (7.85s), Wind: 12 m/s

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Best Night
0:00

Score: 6.9/10
Waves: 0.94m, Wind: 9.8 m/s

Seasonal Analysis for Ilha Escalvada
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Historical patterns and best seasons for diving at Ilha Escalvada

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 Escalvada

Summer

Avg. Score: 9.2/10

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

Best Months for Ilha Escalvada

July
Score: 9.4
June
Score: 9.2
May
Score: 9.1

Ideal Conditions for Ilha Escalvada

Water Temp

Thermometer Emoji

24.6°C / 76.3°F

March

Visibility

Telescope Emoji

12.0m / 39.4ft

April

Wave Height

Wave Emoji

1.6m / 5.2ft

February

Wave Period

Wave Emoji

8.0s

January

Seasonal Insights for Ilha Escalvada

Ilha Escalvada follows southern hemisphere patterns with March being the warmest month (24.6°C) and November the coldest (19.4°C). The calmest conditions typically occur in February with average wave heights of 1.6m and wave periods of 8.0s. The most comfortable wave conditions are in February 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). March is usually the driest month with 0.0mm of precipitation. For beginners, the best time to visit would be during February to April, 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 23, 2026

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