Laguna de la Colgada
Divers exploring these waters will have the opportunity to encounter a variety of marine life. Species such as Pike Perch, American Perch or Black Bass, Percasol, Naiads (a type of freshwater clam), and the red crab are commonly found here. This rich biodiversity makes every dive an exciting and memorable experience.
Situated within the Spanish autonomous community of Castilla-La Mancha, the Lagunas de Ruidera Natural Park is a protected area and a significant wetland. Comprising sixteen interconnected lagoons along the Guadiana Viejo valley, these backwaters are connected by travertine barriers. This natural marvel is a sight to behold both above and below the water's surface.
Divers can expect a visibility of approximately 8 meters and can explore depths of up to 10 meters. With such accessible depths and the enchanting underwater scenery, this site is ideal for divers of all levels, including beginners.
Located near the Carretera Lagunas de Ruidera in Ossa de Montiel, Campo de Montiel, Albacete, Castile-La Mancha, Spain, this dive site offers a convenient and captivating adventure for divers seeking to immerse themselves in the wonders of the underwater world.
Diving Conditions Score for Laguna de la Colgada
Decent conditions, proceed with caution.
The score is based on a calculation of the current weather and sea conditions.
Dive Site Overview for Laguna de la Colgada
Depth
10m
Visibility
8m
Experience Level
Weather Conditions for Laguna de la Colgada
Wave Height
1m
Wind Speed
8.4 m/s
Water Temp
18°C
Visibility
40.92km
Cloud Cover
32%
Wave Period
8s
Air Temperature
22.5°C
Precipitation
0 mm
Dive Score Chart for Laguna de la Colgada
Best time to dive: 6:00 with score 7.8171333333333335/10. Water conditions: Waves 1m, Wind 3.6 m/s.Best night dive time: 2:00 with score 7.361733333333333/10.
Chart showing hourly dive conditions including wave height, wind speed, water temperature, and visibility throughout the day.
Optimal diving conditions at Laguna de la Colgada 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: 7.8/10
Waves: 1m (8s), Wind: 3.6 m/s
Score: 7.4/10
Waves: 1m, Wind: 3.1 m/s
Seasonal Analysis for Laguna de la ColgadaAlpha
Historical patterns and best seasons for diving at Laguna de la Colgada
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 Laguna de la Colgada
Winter
Winter offers the best overall diving conditions with calmer seas and better visibility, despite cooler temperatures.
Best Months for Laguna de la Colgada
Ideal Conditions for Laguna de la Colgada
Water Temp
26.0°C / 78.8°F
August
Visibility
16.5m / 54.1ft
February
Wave Height
0.6m / 2.0ft
February
Wave Period
8.0s
January
Seasonal Insights for Laguna de la Colgada
Laguna de la Colgada shows typical northern hemisphere patterns with July being the warmest month (28.7°C) and January the coldest (2.5°C). The calmest conditions typically occur in February with average wave heights of 0.6m and wave periods of 8.0s. The most comfortable wave conditions are in February 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 February to April, 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 16, 2026