Ilha Montão de Trigo
The island of Montão de Trigo, also known as Ilha Monte de Trigo, is a beautiful diving spot located in São Paulo, Brazil. Situated between the Bertioga cove and the São Sebastião channel, this island boasts a unique conical shape resembling a pile of wheat. With its stunning underwater landscape and diverse marine life, Montão de Trigo offers an unforgettable diving experience.
Exploring the caves and burrows surrounding the island is a must for divers. Here, you can encounter a variety of marine species such as snappers, whiting, groupers, lobsters, salemas, and monkfish swimming either in pairs or alone. The visibility in the water is approximately 12m, allowing for clear and immersive dives.
Whether you're a beginner or an advanced diver, Montão de Trigo welcomes you to discover its underwater wonders. With a maximum depth of 11m, this dive site provides a safe and exciting environment for divers of all levels.
Located just 10 km from the mainland, Montão de Trigo is easily accessible from Maresias, São Sebastião, and other nearby areas. The navigation time to reach the island is approximately 45 minutes.
Immerse yourself in the enchanting waters of Montão de Trigo and explore the beauty that lies beneath the surface. Plan your diving adventure to this picturesque location in Brazil's São Paulo state and create memories that will last a lifetime.
Exploring the caves and burrows surrounding the island is a must for divers. Here, you can encounter a variety of marine species such as snappers, whiting, groupers, lobsters, salemas, and monkfish swimming either in pairs or alone. The visibility in the water is approximately 12m, allowing for clear and immersive dives.
Whether you're a beginner or an advanced diver, Montão de Trigo welcomes you to discover its underwater wonders. With a maximum depth of 11m, this dive site provides a safe and exciting environment for divers of all levels.
Located just 10 km from the mainland, Montão de Trigo is easily accessible from Maresias, São Sebastião, and other nearby areas. The navigation time to reach the island is approximately 45 minutes.
Immerse yourself in the enchanting waters of Montão de Trigo and explore the beauty that lies beneath the surface. Plan your diving adventure to this picturesque location in Brazil's São Paulo state and create memories that will last a lifetime.
Diving Conditions Score for Ilha Montão de Trigo
6.3
Above AverageDecent conditions, proceed with caution.
The score is based on a calculation of the current weather and sea conditions.
Dive Site Overview for Ilha Montão de Trigo
Depth
11m
Visibility
12m
Experience Level
beginner
advanced
Weather Conditions for Ilha Montão de Trigo
Wave Height
1.56m
Wind Speed
5 m/s
Water Temp
22.2°C
Visibility
6.42km
Cloud Cover
61%
Wave Period
9.1s
Air Temperature
19.1°C
Precipitation
0.3 mm
Detailed 7-Day Diving Forecast for Ilha Montão de Trigo
Alpha
Dive Score Chart for Ilha Montão de Trigo
Best time to dive: 8:00 with score 6.663333333333333/10. Water conditions: Waves 1.56m, Wind 6 m/s.Best night dive time: 1:00 with score 6.961366666666668/10.
Chart showing hourly dive conditions including wave height, wind speed, water temperature, and visibility throughout the day.
Sunrise at Ilha Montão de Trigo: 06:00
Sunset at Ilha Montão de Trigo: 18:00
Optimal diving conditions at Ilha Montão de Trigo 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.
Best Overall
1:00Score: 7.0/10
Waves: 1.26m (8.4s), Wind: 1.4 m/s
Safest Overall
8:00Score: 6.7/10
Waves: 1.56m (9.05s), Wind: 6 m/s
Best Day
8:00Score: 6.7/10
Waves: 1.56m, Wind: 6 m/s
Seasonal Analysis for Ilha Montão de TrigoAlpha
Historical patterns and best seasons for diving at Ilha Montão de Trigo
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 Montão de Trigo
Summer
Avg. Score: 8.7/10
Summer offers the warmest water temperatures and generally favorable conditions for all levels of divers.
Best Months for Ilha Montão de Trigo
July
Score: 9.0
June
Score: 8.7
August
Score: 8.5
Ideal Conditions for Ilha Montão de Trigo
Water Temp
23.0°C / 73.4°F
March
Visibility
12.4m / 40.7ft
January
Wave Height
1.4m / 4.6ft
January
Wave Period
8.0s
January
Seasonal Insights for Ilha Montão de Trigo
Ilha Montão de Trigo follows southern hemisphere patterns with March being the warmest month (23.0°C) and September the coldest (17.0°C). The calmest conditions typically occur in January with average wave heights of 1.4m 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). July 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.
Last updated: 1 min. ago - Jun 14, 2026
Note: This dive site is not a verified dive site. Please dive with caution. This dive site might have incorrect information by the community.
5 Dive sites near Ilha Montão de Trigo in
Got feedback?
Help us improve this dive site by giving us feedback.