Las Terrazas
One of the highlights of this dive is exploring the rocks, where you'll find an abundance of moray eels, conger eels, and lobsters. If you time it right, you may even spot sunfishes and rays.
We always begin our dives from the anchor position. Our dive guide will mark the buoy at the anchor and deploy a reel line that crosses the entire rocky bar, making it easy to find the ascent point when returning. Depending on the current, if present, we will decide whether to dive in a northeast or southwest direction, typically at depths of around 19-20 meters. We then return in the opposite direction, following the shallowest part of the bar.
With a visibility of 8 meters and a maximum depth of 22 meters, this dive site is suitable for beginner divers. Its close proximity to Spain makes it easily accessible for divers in the area.
Diving Conditions Score for Las Terrazas
Excellent diving conditions!
The score is based on a calculation of the current weather and sea conditions.
Dive Site Overview for Las Terrazas
Depth
22m
Visibility
8m
Experience Level
Weather Conditions for Las Terrazas
Wave Height
0.24m
Wind Speed
3.3 m/s
Water Temp
25.3°C
Visibility
41.28km
Cloud Cover
0%
Wave Period
4.1s
Air Temperature
26.3°C
Precipitation
0 mm
Dive Score Chart for Las Terrazas
Best time to dive: 7:00 with score 9.65111111111111/10. Water conditions: Waves 0.34m, Wind 4.5 m/s.Best night dive time: 20:00 with score 9.107791164658636/10.
Chart showing hourly dive conditions including wave height, wind speed, water temperature, and visibility throughout the day.
Optimal diving conditions at Las Terrazas 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: 9.7/10
Waves: 0.34m (4.8s), Wind: 4.5 m/s
Score: 9.1/10
Waves: 0.24m, Wind: 3.4 m/s
Seasonal Analysis for Las TerrazasAlpha
Historical patterns and best seasons for diving at Las Terrazas
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 Terrazas
Winter
Winter offers the best overall diving conditions with calmer seas and better visibility, despite cooler temperatures.
Best Months for Las Terrazas
Ideal Conditions for Las Terrazas
Water Temp
24.2°C / 75.6°F
June
Visibility
20.1m / 65.9ft
October
Wave Height
0.2m / 0.7ft
January
Wave Period
8.0s
January
Seasonal Insights for Las Terrazas
Las Terrazas shows typical northern hemisphere patterns with June being the warmest month (24.2°C) and December the coldest (20.2°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