La Murga
Prepare to be surrounded by a vibrant array of marine life. Encounter graceful clove and black stingrays, mesmerizing yellow and black jellyfish, and the impressive sight of a barracuda bank. The underwater landscape is adorned with palitoa prairies, an abundance of sponges, and even the elusive harlequin crab. Be captivated by the presence of bonito, abbots, and groupers as they navigate the depths.
Considered one of the most breathtaking dives on the island, the only inconvenience is a short swim on the surface before descending. However, thanks to the coastal current, reaching the descent point is typically effortless. As you descend, a rocky formation awaits, showcasing a stunning diversity of sponge species found only on this island. You'll also discover one of the largest fields of palitoa tapizante in the area. Uncover the secrets of this hidden gem, as it stands as one of La Palma's most significant yet undiscovered dive spots.
With excellent visibility of up to 18 meters and a maximum depth of 27 meters, this dive site caters to divers of all levels, from beginners to advanced and expert divers. Immerse yourself in the enchantment of La Bombilla and unlock a world beneath the waves that will leave you in awe.
Location: Playa La Bombilla, La Bombilla, Tazacorte, Santa Cruz de Tenerife, Canary Islands, 38770, Spain
Diving Conditions Score for La Murga
Good diving conditions!
The score is based on a calculation of the current weather and sea conditions.
Dive Site Overview for La Murga
Depth
27m
Visibility
18m
Experience Level
Weather Conditions for La Murga
Wave Height
0.64m
Wind Speed
5.8 m/s
Water Temp
22.2°C
Visibility
1.16km
Cloud Cover
8%
Wave Period
7.7s
Air Temperature
25.4°C
Precipitation
0 mm
Dive Score Chart for La Murga
Best time to dive: 14:00 with score 9.010000000000002/10. Water conditions: Waves 0.62m, Wind 4.7 m/s.Best night dive time: 19:00 with score 8.259183857442348/10.
Chart showing hourly dive conditions including wave height, wind speed, water temperature, and visibility throughout the day.
Optimal diving conditions at La Murga 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: 9.0/10
Waves: 0.62m (7.75s), Wind: 4.7 m/s
Score: 8.3/10
Waves: 0.62m, Wind: 7.8 m/s
Seasonal Analysis for La MurgaAlpha
Historical patterns and best seasons for diving at La Murga
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 Murga
Winter
Winter offers the best overall diving conditions with calmer seas and better visibility, despite cooler temperatures.
Best Months for La Murga
Ideal Conditions for La Murga
Water Temp
24.0°C / 75.2°F
July
Visibility
16.1m / 52.8ft
December
Wave Height
0.8m / 2.6ft
January
Wave Period
8.0s
January
Seasonal Insights for La Murga
La Murga shows typical northern hemisphere patterns with July being the warmest month (24.0°C) and January the coldest (14.7°C). The calmest conditions typically occur in January with average wave heights of 0.8m 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 21, 2026