La Calita
One of the highlights of this dive is its reputation as a cleaning station for Luna fish. Divers will also encounter large schools of bogas, tres colas, sargos, and snappers, adding to the vibrant marine life.
The dive begins in a small submerged bay, where divers will navigate through numerous blocks of stone. It is worth noting that this area can be filled with fishing lines and sinkers, left behind by local fishermen. As divers descend further, they will encounter a rocky area with an increasingly noticeable slope. At 32 meters, there is a plain with a prominent large stone, which serves as a pinnacle. Beyond this point, divers have the option to descend even deeper, reaching depths of up to 48 meters. At 44 meters, there is a captivating crack in the lower part of a large stone, often inhabited by a majestic grouper. The visibility at this site is generally good, with some summer days offering visibility of over 25 meters.
This dive site is suitable for divers of varying levels, from beginners to advanced. With its rich marine life and captivating underwater topography, diving enthusiasts are sure to have a memorable experience. Located in Spain, close to Cueva de los Gigantes, this site offers convenient access for divers in the area.
Diving Conditions Score for La Calita
Very good diving conditions!
The score is based on a calculation of the current weather and sea conditions.
Dive Site Overview for La Calita
Depth
21m
Visibility
12m
Experience Level
Weather Conditions for La Calita
Wave Height
0.92m
Wind Speed
6.3 m/s
Water Temp
25.4°C
Visibility
42.72km
Cloud Cover
13%
Wave Period
5.6s
Air Temperature
25.7°C
Precipitation
0 mm
Dive Score Chart for La Calita
Best time to dive: 12:00 with score 8.64854761904762/10. Water conditions: Waves 0.72m, Wind 6.7 m/s.Best night dive time: 1:00 with score 8.2293/10.
Chart showing hourly dive conditions including wave height, wind speed, water temperature, and visibility throughout the day.
Optimal diving conditions at La Calita 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: 8.6/10
Waves: 0.72m (5.25s), Wind: 6.7 m/s
Score: 8.6/10
Waves: 0.76m (5.25s), Wind: 4 m/s
Score: 8.2/10
Waves: 0.92m, Wind: 2.3 m/s
Seasonal Analysis for La CalitaAlpha
Historical patterns and best seasons for diving at La Calita
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 Calita
Winter
Winter offers the best overall diving conditions with calmer seas and better visibility, despite cooler temperatures.
Best Months for La Calita
Ideal Conditions for La Calita
Water Temp
23.7°C / 74.7°F
June
Visibility
20.1m / 65.9ft
October
Wave Height
0.2m / 0.7ft
January
Wave Period
8.0s
January
Seasonal Insights for La Calita
La Calita shows typical northern hemisphere patterns with June being the warmest month (23.7°C) and December the coldest (19.7°C). The calmest conditions typically occur in January with average wave heights of 0.2m 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). January 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 22, 2026