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La Roca

Explore the captivating underwater world on our immersive dive at the sardine area. DiveChamp.com takes you on an unforgettable journey where you'll encounter an abundance of marine life. Get ready to be mesmerized by the spectacular sight of immense schools of snorers, sea bream, horse mackerel, trumpets, bogas, white güelde, and sardines.

Embark on a long-distance diving adventure that will take you beyond the depths of 18m. As you descend into the crystal clear waters, prepare to be greeted by a diverse range of marine species. Marvel at the graceful trumpet fish, swift barracudas, agile bogas, and shimmering sardines. Keep an eye out for fascinating creatures like crabs, lobsters, and puffer fish that add to the enchantment of this extraordinary underwater landscape.

With excellent visibility of 31m, every detail of this magnificent dive site will be revealed in all its splendor. Although the maximum depth reaches 17m, this dive is best suited for advanced divers who are confident in their skills and experience.

Located in the enchanting country of Spain, this dive site can be found at Carretera Sardina Km 6, Barranquillo del Vino, Gáldar, Las Palmas, Canary Islands, 35460, Spain. Don't miss the opportunity to explore this underwater paradise and create memories that will last a lifetime.

Choose DiveChamp.com for an extraordinary adventure that combines the thrill of diving with the remarkable beauty of the underwater world. Book your dive today and immerse yourself in a truly unforgettable experience.

Diving Conditions Score for La Roca

6.5
Above Average

Decent conditions, proceed with caution.
The score is based on a calculation of the current weather and sea conditions.

Dive Site Overview for La Roca

Depth

17m

Visibility

31m

Experience Level

advanced

Weather Conditions for La Roca

Wave Height

0.72m

Wind Speed

17.9 m/s

Water Temp

21.7°C

Visibility

23.54km

Cloud Cover

6%

Wave Period

5.4s

Air Temperature

20.7°C

Precipitation

0 mm

Detailed 7-Day Diving Forecast for La Roca
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Dive Score Chart for La Roca

Best time to dive: 16:00 with score 7.625574631268436/10. Water conditions: Waves 0.7m, Wind 17.3 m/s.Best night dive time: 18:00 with score 7.109792492492493/10.

Chart showing hourly dive conditions including wave height, wind speed, water temperature, and visibility throughout the day.

Sunrise at La Roca: 06:00
Sunset at La Roca: 18:00

Optimal diving conditions at La Roca 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.

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Best Overall
16:00

Score: 7.6/10
Waves: 0.7m (5.65s), Wind: 17.3 m/s

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Best Night
18:00

Score: 7.1/10
Waves: 0.7m, Wind: 17.6 m/s

Seasonal Analysis for La Roca
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Historical patterns and best seasons for diving at La Roca

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 Roca

Winter

Avg. Score: 8.9/10

Winter offers the best overall diving conditions with calmer seas and better visibility, despite cooler temperatures.

Best Months for La Roca

January
Score: 9.1
December
Score: 9.0
February
Score: 8.7

Ideal Conditions for La Roca

Water Temp

Thermometer Emoji

22.7°C / 72.9°F

July

Visibility

Telescope Emoji

15.0m / 49.2ft

December

Wave Height

Wave Emoji

1.1m / 3.6ft

January

Wave Period

Wave Emoji

8.0s

January

Seasonal Insights for La Roca

La Roca shows typical northern hemisphere patterns with July being the warmest month (22.7°C) and January the coldest (14.7°C). The calmest conditions typically occur in January with average wave heights of 1.1m 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.

Scoring Legend:
9-10 (Excellent)
7-8 (Good)
5-6 (Average)
3-4 (Poor)
1-2 (Dangerous)

Last updated: 1 min. ago - Jun 21, 2026

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