La Depuradora
This region is known for its impressive biodiversity and year-round sightings of magnificent marine life. Expect to encounter enchanting nudibranchs and, if luck is on your side, even the elusive seahorses. Other common sightings include moray eels, scorpionfish, starfish, and an array of colorful sponges. With a visibility of approximately 10 meters and a maximum depth of 17 meters, this dive site offers ideal conditions for beginners who wish to embark on a memorable underwater adventure.
Come discover this hidden gem in the waters of Spain, specifically located near Punta del Ferro in l'Escala, Upper Empordà, Girona, Catalonia, 17130, Spain. Immerse yourself in the captivating world beneath the waves and let Dive Champ guide you through a captivating diving experience.
Diving Conditions Score for La Depuradora
Very good diving conditions!
The score is based on a calculation of the current weather and sea conditions.
Dive Site Overview for La Depuradora
Depth
17m
Visibility
10m
Experience Level
Weather Conditions for La Depuradora
Wave Height
0.22m
Wind Speed
12.9 m/s
Water Temp
22.8°C
Visibility
36.64km
Cloud Cover
0%
Wave Period
4.5s
Air Temperature
24°C
Precipitation
0 mm
Dive Score Chart for La Depuradora
Best time to dive: 7:00 with score 9.373470790378008/10. Water conditions: Waves 0.32m, Wind 1.8 m/s.Best night dive time: 1:00 with score 8.641929824561403/10.
Chart showing hourly dive conditions including wave height, wind speed, water temperature, and visibility throughout the day.
Optimal diving conditions at La Depuradora 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: 9.4/10
Waves: 0.32m (4.85s), Wind: 1.8 m/s
Score: 8.6/10
Waves: 0.4m, Wind: 3.7 m/s
Seasonal Analysis for La DepuradoraAlpha
Historical patterns and best seasons for diving at La Depuradora
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 Depuradora
Winter
Winter offers the best overall diving conditions with calmer seas and better visibility, despite cooler temperatures.
Best Months for La Depuradora
Ideal Conditions for La Depuradora
Water Temp
24.2°C / 75.6°F
June
Visibility
20.1m / 65.9ft
October
Wave Height
0.2m / 0.7ft
January
Wave Period
8.0s
January
Seasonal Insights for La Depuradora
La Depuradora shows typical northern hemisphere patterns with June being the warmest month (24.2°C) and December the coldest (20.2°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