Los Arcos
With a maximum depth of 15 meters, Los Arcos offers an easy and relaxing diving experience suitable for divers of all levels - from beginners to advanced and expert divers. The underwater world of Los Arcos is teeming with marine life. Prepare to encounter schools of enchanting Damselfish, elusive Scorpion Fish, clever Octopus, curious Moray Eels, graceful Eagle Rays, and majestic Sting Rays. Don't be surprised to come across vibrant Goldline and Wrasses adding splashes of color to your dive.
Los Arcos boasts a visibility of 12 meters, allowing divers to soak in the breathtaking underwater scenery. Whether you are a beginner seeking an unforgettable diving adventure or an experienced diver looking to uncover hidden gems, Los Arcos offers a captivating experience for all. Immerse yourself in the natural beauty of Spain's Parc Natural del Penyal d'Ifac and embark on an underwater journey you won't soon forget.
Location: Avenida Isla de Formentera, Calp, la Marina Alta, Alacant / Alicante, Valencian Community, 03710, Spain.
Diving Conditions Score for Los Arcos
Good diving conditions!
The score is based on a calculation of the current weather and sea conditions.
Dive Site Overview for Los Arcos
Depth
16m
Visibility
12m
Experience Level
Weather Conditions for Los Arcos
Wave Height
0.78m
Wind Speed
25.3 m/s
Water Temp
24.4°C
Visibility
38.56km
Cloud Cover
2%
Wave Period
4.45s
Air Temperature
25°C
Precipitation
0 mm
Dive Score Chart for Los Arcos
Best time to dive: 17:00 with score 7.722533333333334/10. Water conditions: Waves 0.82m, Wind 19.1 m/s.Best night dive time: 0:00 with score 7.3343716171617155/10.
Chart showing hourly dive conditions including wave height, wind speed, water temperature, and visibility throughout the day.
Optimal diving conditions at Los Arcos 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: 7.7/10
Waves: 0.82m (4.75s), Wind: 19.1 m/s
Score: 7.7/10
Waves: 0.84m (4.4s), Wind: 23.4 m/s
Score: 7.3/10
Waves: 0.72m, Wind: 19.4 m/s
Seasonal Analysis for Los ArcosAlpha
Historical patterns and best seasons for diving at Los Arcos
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 Los Arcos
Winter
Winter offers the best overall diving conditions with calmer seas and better visibility, despite cooler temperatures.
Best Months for Los Arcos
Ideal Conditions for Los Arcos
Water Temp
23.9°C / 75.0°F
June
Visibility
20.1m / 65.9ft
October
Wave Height
0.2m / 0.7ft
January
Wave Period
8.0s
January
Seasonal Insights for Los Arcos
Los Arcos shows typical northern hemisphere patterns with June being the warmest month (23.9°C) and December the coldest (19.9°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: 3 hr. ago - Jun 20, 2026