Lagosteiros
This dive site in Portugal features a series of shelf-shaped rocks, providing a perfect refuge for lobsters. Divers will have the opportunity to observe the fascinating sight of lobster "antennas" emerging from the shelves. The underwater ecosystem is teeming with marine life, including soft corals, seabreams, octopuses, cuttlefish, congers, spider crabs, and more.
With a visibility of 9m and a maximum depth of 17m, this dive site is suitable for divers of all levels, including beginners. Located near the Lagosteiros Natural Monument in Terreiro, Castelo, Sesimbra, Setúbal, Portugal, this underwater paradise offers a captivating experience for divers seeking to explore the vibrant sea fauna and flora.
With a visibility of 9m and a maximum depth of 17m, this dive site is suitable for divers of all levels, including beginners. Located near the Lagosteiros Natural Monument in Terreiro, Castelo, Sesimbra, Setúbal, Portugal, this underwater paradise offers a captivating experience for divers seeking to explore the vibrant sea fauna and flora.
Diving Conditions Score for Lagosteiros
6.8
Above AverageDecent conditions, proceed with caution.
The score is based on a calculation of the current weather and sea conditions.
Dive Site Overview for Lagosteiros
Depth
17m
Visibility
9m
Experience Level
beginner
Weather Conditions for Lagosteiros
Wave Height
0.8m
Wind Speed
8.8 m/s
Water Temp
17.6°C
Visibility
22.48km
Cloud Cover
95%
Wave Period
6.6s
Air Temperature
25.1°C
Precipitation
0 mm
Detailed 7-Day Diving Forecast for Lagosteiros
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Dive Score Chart for Lagosteiros
Best time to dive: 8:00 with score 8.330000000000002/10. Water conditions: Waves 0.72m, Wind 4.3 m/s.Best night dive time: 1:00 with score 7.5352/10.
Chart showing hourly dive conditions including wave height, wind speed, water temperature, and visibility throughout the day.
Sunrise at Lagosteiros: 06:00
Sunset at Lagosteiros: 18:00
Optimal diving conditions at Lagosteiros 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.
Best Overall
8:00Score: 8.3/10
Waves: 0.72m (6.4s), Wind: 4.3 m/s
Best Night
1:00Score: 7.5/10
Waves: 0.78m, Wind: 4.4 m/s
Seasonal Analysis for LagosteirosAlpha
Historical patterns and best seasons for diving at Lagosteiros
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 Lagosteiros
Winter
Avg. Score: 9.9/10
Winter offers the best overall diving conditions with calmer seas and better visibility, despite cooler temperatures.
Best Months for Lagosteiros
January
Score: 10.0
February
Score: 9.8
December
Score: 9.8
Ideal Conditions for Lagosteiros
Water Temp
23.8°C / 74.8°F
June
Visibility
20.1m / 65.9ft
October
Wave Height
0.2m / 0.7ft
January
Wave Period
8.0s
January
Seasonal Insights for Lagosteiros
Lagosteiros shows typical northern hemisphere patterns with June being the warmest month (23.8°C) and December the coldest (19.8°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
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