La Carrera
As you explore the underwater wonderland of 'la Carrera', you will encounter an abundance of marine life. Keep an eye out for magnificent stingrays, which may transform into eagle rays during the summer season. The waters are also home to groupers, trumpet fish, yellowfin jacks, amberjacks, barracudas, and a diverse array of sea breams. Don't be surprised if you come across porcupine fish and angel sharks too.
One of the highlights of this dive is the striking contrast between the bright white sand and the dark volcanic rocks, enhanced by the glistening sun above. It creates a surreal, almost moon-like environment that adds to the allure of this dive site.
With an impressive visibility of 19m, you'll have clear views of the mesmerizing underwater landscape. 'La Carrera' is truly one of the most captivating and intriguing dive sites in this region, perfect for divers looking to explore the wonders of the Canary Islands. So, prepare your gear and dive into the depths of this exceptional underwater paradise.
Diving Conditions Score for La Carrera
Good diving conditions!
The score is based on a calculation of the current weather and sea conditions.
Dive Site Overview for La Carrera
Depth
15m
Visibility
19m
Experience Level
Weather Conditions for La Carrera
Wave Height
0.54m
Wind Speed
18.8 m/s
Water Temp
22.2°C
Visibility
21.74km
Cloud Cover
15%
Wave Period
4.05s
Air Temperature
21.2°C
Precipitation
0 mm
Dive Score Chart for La Carrera
Best time to dive: 13:00 with score 7.838588065843622/10. Water conditions: Waves 0.5m, Wind 16.2 m/s.Best night dive time: 4:00 with score 7.518167441860466/10.
Chart showing hourly dive conditions including wave height, wind speed, water temperature, and visibility throughout the day.
Optimal diving conditions at La Carrera 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: 7.8/10
Waves: 0.5m (4.05s), Wind: 16.2 m/s
Score: 7.5/10
Waves: 0.6m, Wind: 8.5 m/s
Seasonal Analysis for La CarreraAlpha
Historical patterns and best seasons for diving at La Carrera
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 Carrera
Winter
Winter offers the best overall diving conditions with calmer seas and better visibility, despite cooler temperatures.
Best Months for La Carrera
Ideal Conditions for La Carrera
Water Temp
22.9°C / 73.2°F
June
Visibility
20.1m / 65.9ft
October
Wave Height
0.2m / 0.7ft
January
Wave Period
8.0s
January
Seasonal Insights for La Carrera
La Carrera shows typical northern hemisphere patterns with June being the warmest month (22.9°C) and December the coldest (18.9°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