La Matella
Discover the beauty of the underwater world at our shallow dive point, located in the Maresme Special Conservation Area in Spain. This site offers an ideal diving experience for beginners and experienced divers alike.
As you explore the porous rock area along the sea side, you'll be captivated by the unique formation of stone slabs on the land area. This intriguing landscape sets the stage for an unforgettable dive.
Prepare to encounter a diverse array of marine life, including moray eels, lobsters, octopuses, nudibranchs, and more. With excellent visibility of up to 9 meters, this underwater sanctuary resembles a small life aquarium. Watch as the fry gracefully swim between the rocks, adding to the enchantment of your dive.
At a maximum depth of 12 meters, this dive site offers a comfortable and safe environment for beginners to gain confidence and experience. Even seasoned divers will appreciate the rich biodiversity and natural wonders that await beneath the surface.
Located close to Pla de Sant Simó, el Palau Escorxador, and Mataró in the Catalonia region of Barcelona, our dive site is easily accessible and convenient to reach. So pack your gear and get ready to embark on an unforgettable underwater adventure at our dive site in Spain.
(Book your dive now) to explore the wonders of the Maresme Special Conservation Area. Whether you're a beginner or an experienced diver, this dive site promises excitement, beauty, and an up-close encounter with the marvelous marine life that calls this underwater haven home.
Diving Conditions Score for La Matella
Excellent diving conditions!
The score is based on a calculation of the current weather and sea conditions.
Dive Site Overview for La Matella
Depth
12m
Visibility
9m
Experience Level
Weather Conditions for La Matella
Wave Height
0.22m
Wind Speed
6 m/s
Water Temp
25°C
Visibility
40.14km
Cloud Cover
0%
Wave Period
4.05s
Air Temperature
24.1°C
Precipitation
0 mm
Dive Score Chart for La Matella
Best time to dive: 7:00 with score 9.663703703703703/10. Water conditions: Waves 0.18m, Wind 3.8 m/s.Best night dive time: 20:00 with score 9.109802469135802/10.
Chart showing hourly dive conditions including wave height, wind speed, water temperature, and visibility throughout the day.
Optimal diving conditions at La Matella 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: 9.7/10
Waves: 0.18m (4.05s), Wind: 3.8 m/s
Score: 9.1/10
Waves: 0.12m, Wind: 1.1 m/s
Seasonal Analysis for La MatellaAlpha
Historical patterns and best seasons for diving at La Matella
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 Matella
Winter
Winter offers the best overall diving conditions with calmer seas and better visibility, despite cooler temperatures.
Best Months for La Matella
Ideal Conditions for La Matella
Water Temp
26.0°C / 78.8°F
July
Visibility
18.5m / 60.7ft
January
Wave Height
0.2m / 0.7ft
January
Wave Period
8.0s
January
Seasonal Insights for La Matella
La Matella shows typical northern hemisphere patterns with July being the warmest month (26.0°C) and January the coldest (5.1°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 23, 2026