La Mola
As you descend into the depths, you will be greeted by an expansive sandy area adorned with rocks and vibrant Posidonia meadows. This thriving ecosystem is home to a myriad of fascinating creatures. Look out for the clever wrasse, ornate wrasse, and common stingray gliding gracefully in the sandbank. Amongst the rocky formations, you'll encounter intriguing species like octopus, starfish, and moray eels. As you explore the Posidonia meadows, you may spot barracuda fry darting around.
Close to Mahón, you'll find a secluded corner that offers tranquility and great protection from the winds, especially when the Tramontana blows. This dive site is perfect for beginners and offers a variety of underwater experiences. If you choose to dive in the sandy areas, you'll be treated to breathtaking encounters with rays, cleaver wrasse, and amberjacks, which create a striking contrast against the barracuda fry and other fish swimming around the Posidonia. On the other side, an impressive wall awaits you, teeming with moray eels, octopuses, nudibranchs, starfish, and various species of fish. Night dives at this site are particularly enchanting, revealing a hidden world of squid, cuttlefish, sand eels, rays, and other elusive creatures that seek refuge among the rocks during the day.
With visibility reaching an impressive 19 meters and a maximum depth of 11 meters, Clot de la Mola promises a memorable underwater adventure. Whether you are a beginner or an experienced diver, this dive site in Spain is a must-visit. So gear up and explore the underwater wonders of this exquisite location near the picturesque Cala Llonga in Maó, Menorca, Balearic Islands.
Diving Conditions Score for La Mola
Excellent diving conditions!
The score is based on a calculation of the current weather and sea conditions.
Dive Site Overview for La Mola
Depth
11m
Visibility
19m
Experience Level
Weather Conditions for La Mola
Wave Height
0.38m
Wind Speed
1.9 m/s
Water Temp
24.7°C
Visibility
38.74km
Cloud Cover
0%
Wave Period
4.45s
Air Temperature
26.5°C
Precipitation
0 mm
Dive Score Chart for La Mola
Best time to dive: 7:00 with score 9.557378277153559/10. Water conditions: Waves 0.38m, Wind 2 m/s.Best night dive time: 1:00 with score 9.152456140350878/10.
Chart showing hourly dive conditions including wave height, wind speed, water temperature, and visibility throughout the day.
Optimal diving conditions at La Mola 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: 9.6/10
Waves: 0.38m (4.45s), Wind: 2 m/s
Score: 9.2/10
Waves: 0.44m, Wind: 0.7 m/s
Seasonal Analysis for La MolaAlpha
Historical patterns and best seasons for diving at La Mola
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 Mola
Winter
Winter offers the best overall diving conditions with calmer seas and better visibility, despite cooler temperatures.
Best Months for La Mola
Ideal Conditions for La Mola
Water Temp
26.7°C / 80.1°F
August
Visibility
14.1m / 46.3ft
December
Wave Height
1.3m / 4.3ft
January
Wave Period
8.0s
January
Seasonal Insights for La Mola
La Mola shows typical northern hemisphere patterns with August being the warmest month (26.7°C) and January the coldest (7.3°C). The calmest conditions typically occur in January with average wave heights of 1.3m 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