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La Burrera, located in the Canary Islands, is renowned as one of the top dive sites for advanced and expert divers. Its reputation is well-earned, thanks to its breathtaking labyrinthine landscape characterized by large rocks, arches, columns, and crevices that provide ample shelter for a diverse range of marine life.

What sets La Burrera apart is its thriving algal forests, which have miraculously escaped the destructive feeding habits of the Diadema urchin. Unlike many other sites in the archipelago, this underwater oasis remains unscathed, offering a rare glimpse into the pristine beauty of untouched underwater ecosystems.

With an impressive visibility of 19 meters and a maximum depth of 22 meters, La Burrera offers a captivating underwater experience. Divers can explore the vibrant flora and fauna that call this place home, immersing themselves in the wonders of this underwater paradise.

Located near La Graciosa, Teguise, and Las Palmas in Spain, La Burrera serves as a testament to what the depths of these islands were like before human interference. Its currents and swells have effectively preserved a sanctuary of plant life within the desert of spines that characterizes the surrounding waters.

For divers seeking an extraordinary adventure in Spain, La Burrera is a must-visit destination. Immerse yourself in the beauty of this natural wonderland and experience the magic of diving in one of the best dive spots in the Canaries.

Diving Conditions Score for la burrera

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 la burrera

Depth

22m

Visibility

19m

Experience Level

advanced
expert

Weather Conditions for la burrera

Wave Height

0.9m

Wind Speed

18.6 m/s

Water Temp

20.7°C

Visibility

23.2km

Cloud Cover

32%

Wave Period

5.85s

Air Temperature

23.2°C

Precipitation

0 mm

Detailed 7-Day Diving Forecast for la burrera
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Dive Score Chart for la burrera

Best time to dive: 15:00 with score 7.2955/10. Water conditions: Waves 0.9m, Wind 18.6 m/s.Best night dive time: 19:00 with score 6.6781999999999995/10.

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

Sunrise at la burrera: 06:00
Sunset at la burrera: 18:00

Optimal diving conditions at la burrera 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
15:00

Score: 7.3/10
Waves: 0.9m (5.8s), Wind: 18.6 m/s

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Safest Overall
14:00

Score: 7.3/10
Waves: 0.9m (5.75s), Wind: 17.7 m/s

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Best Night
19:00

Score: 6.7/10
Waves: 0.88m, Wind: 18.7 m/s

Seasonal Analysis for la burrera
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Historical patterns and best seasons for diving at la burrera

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 la burrera

Winter

Avg. Score: 8.6/10

Winter offers the best overall diving conditions with calmer seas and better visibility, despite cooler temperatures.

Best Months for la burrera

December
Score: 8.7
January
Score: 8.6
February
Score: 8.4

Ideal Conditions for la burrera

Water Temp

Thermometer Emoji

22.3°C / 72.1°F

July

Visibility

Telescope Emoji

13.0m / 42.7ft

December

Wave Height

Wave Emoji

1.6m / 5.2ft

December

Wave Period

Wave Emoji

8.0s

January

Seasonal Insights for la burrera

la burrera shows typical northern hemisphere patterns with July being the warmest month (22.3°C) and January the coldest (14.1°C). The calmest conditions typically occur in December with average wave heights of 1.6m 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.

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

Last updated: 1 min. ago - Jun 20, 2026

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