Illa de Tirant
Within the cove, an abundance of fish species can be observed, including salemas, mullets, groupers, damnselfish, and octopus. Venturing further around the islet presents the opportunity to encounter larger groupers, nudis, and gorgonias.
The dive site at the exit of Fornells Bay is ideal for divers of all skill levels, accommodating those who are trying scuba for the first time as well as advanced divers. The anchoring area boasts shallow depths, teeming with flourishing marine life and breathtaking rock formations. As divers descend deeper, they will be treated to sightings of larger species such as groupers, dentex, octopus, and nudibranchs while circling the islet of Tirant. Should divers have sufficient air, they can complete a full circumnavigation of the islet, concluding their dive in the shallow area where they initially anchored.
Divers can expect excellent visibility of 16 meters and a maximum depth of 16 meters at this dive site. With its accessibility and diverse marine ecosystem, this dive spot in Fornells Bay attracts divers of all levels, making it an appealing destination for those visiting Spain. The site is conveniently located near Ermita de Lorda, Carrer de la Tramuntana, Fornells, es Mercadal, Menorca, Balearic Islands, 07748, Spain.
Diving Conditions Score for Illa de Tirant
Very good diving conditions!
The score is based on a calculation of the current weather and sea conditions.
Dive Site Overview for Illa de Tirant
Depth
16m
Visibility
16m
Experience Level
Weather Conditions for Illa de Tirant
Wave Height
0.32m
Wind Speed
6.1 m/s
Water Temp
26°C
Visibility
34.74km
Cloud Cover
0%
Wave Period
3.7s
Air Temperature
29.7°C
Precipitation
0 mm
Dive Score Chart for Illa de Tirant
Best time to dive: 15:00 with score 9.033333333333333/10. Water conditions: Waves 0.18m, Wind 5.2 m/s.Best night dive time: 20:00 with score 8.64900900900901/10.
Chart showing hourly dive conditions including wave height, wind speed, water temperature, and visibility throughout the day.
Optimal diving conditions at Illa de Tirant 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: 9.0/10
Waves: 0.18m (3.6s), Wind: 5.2 m/s
Score: 9.0/10
Waves: 0.34m (3.7s), Wind: 3.7 m/s
Score: 8.6/10
Waves: 0.18m, Wind: 4.6 m/s
Seasonal Analysis for Illa de TirantAlpha
Historical patterns and best seasons for diving at Illa de Tirant
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 Illa de Tirant
Winter
Winter offers the best overall diving conditions with calmer seas and better visibility, despite cooler temperatures.
Best Months for Illa de Tirant
Ideal Conditions for Illa de Tirant
Water Temp
26.5°C / 79.7°F
July
Visibility
14.2m / 46.6ft
December
Wave Height
1.3m / 4.3ft
December
Wave Period
8.0s
January
Seasonal Insights for Illa de Tirant
Illa de Tirant shows typical northern hemisphere patterns with July being the warmest month (26.5°C) and January the coldest (6.8°C). The calmest conditions typically occur in December with average wave heights of 1.3m and wave periods of 8.0s. The most comfortable wave conditions are in December 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 December to February, 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 7, 2026