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Las Cabras

Discover the awe-inspiring underwater landscape of Las Cabras, a dive site formed by the volcanic eruption of 1971. Immerse yourself in the striking contrast of the young lava landscape against the black volcanic backdrop, creating a visually captivating and colorful experience for divers on La Palma, Spain.

Explore the vibrant marine life that thrives in this unique environment. During late summer and autumn, there is an exciting possibility of encountering graceful mobula rays and even the majestic whale shark. Dive alongside turtles, tunas, groupers, and an array of fascinating sea creatures.

As the youngest dive site on La Palma, Las Cabras offers exceptional visibility, providing divers with clear views of where the lava once flowed into the ocean, creating dramatic formations. Begin your dive from the bay and descend to a platform situated at approximately 10 meters. From here, a network of lava tubes extends into the depths, guiding you to the ultimate adventure beyond 40 meters.

With a maximum depth of 22 meters and visibility reaching up to 20 meters, Las Cabras accommodates divers of all levels, from beginners seeking an introduction to underwater exploration, to advanced and expert divers craving an unforgettable experience.

Located near Los Canarios, Fuencaliente de la Palma, Santa Cruz de Tenerife, Canary Islands, Spain, Las Cabras is easily accessible and offers a thrilling dive for all who seek to delve into the wonders of the underwater world. Embark on an extraordinary journey at Las Cabras and encounter not only the hidden treasures of the ocean but also the possibility of encountering larger pelagic creatures, providing a truly exhilarating diving experience.

Diving Conditions Score for Las Cabras

6.1
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 Las Cabras

Depth

22m

Visibility

20m

Experience Level

beginner
advanced
expert

Weather Conditions for Las Cabras

Wave Height

1m

Wind Speed

10 m/s

Water Temp

18°C

Visibility

15km

Cloud Cover

57.5%

Wave Period

8s

Air Temperature

20°C

Precipitation

0 mm

Detailed 7-Day Diving Forecast for Las Cabras
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Dive Score Chart for Las Cabras

Best time to dive: 6:00 with score 7.113333333333333/10. Water conditions: Waves 1m, Wind 10 m/s.Best night dive time: 0:00 with score 6.613333333333333/10.

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

Sunrise at Las Cabras: 06:00
Sunset at Las Cabras: 18:00

Optimal diving conditions at Las Cabras 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
6:00

Score: 7.1/10
Waves: 1m (8s), Wind: 10 m/s

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Best Night
0:00

Score: 6.6/10
Waves: 1m, Wind: 10 m/s

Seasonal Analysis for Las Cabras
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Historical patterns and best seasons for diving at Las Cabras

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 Las Cabras

Winter

Avg. Score: 9.1/10

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

Best Months for Las Cabras

January
Score: 9.3
December
Score: 9.1
February
Score: 8.8

Ideal Conditions for Las Cabras

Water Temp

Thermometer Emoji

23.9°C / 75.0°F

July

Visibility

Telescope Emoji

16.1m / 52.8ft

December

Wave Height

Wave Emoji

0.8m / 2.6ft

January

Wave Period

Wave Emoji

8.0s

January

Seasonal Insights for Las Cabras

Las Cabras shows typical northern hemisphere patterns with July being the warmest month (23.9°C) and January the coldest (14.6°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.

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

Last updated: 1 min. ago - Jun 22, 2026

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