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Los Arcos

Discover the hidden underwater wonderland at Los Arcos, a dive site nestled near the majestic Peñon cliffs in Spain. This captivating dive location is adorned with an intricate network of arches formed by fallen boulders and rocks. These arches provide a fascinating maze for divers to explore, adorned with colorful Sponges and Anemones.

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

7.5
Good

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

beginner
advanced
expert

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

Detailed 7-Day Diving Forecast for Los Arcos
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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.

Sunrise at Los Arcos: 06:00
Sunset at Los Arcos: 18:00

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.

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Best Overall
17:00

Score: 7.7/10
Waves: 0.82m (4.75s), Wind: 19.1 m/s

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Safest Overall
13:00

Score: 7.7/10
Waves: 0.84m (4.4s), Wind: 23.4 m/s

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Best Night
0:00

Score: 7.3/10
Waves: 0.72m, Wind: 19.4 m/s

Seasonal Analysis for Los Arcos
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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

Avg. Score: 9.9/10

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

Best Months for Los Arcos

January
Score: 10.0
February
Score: 9.9
December
Score: 9.8

Ideal Conditions for Los Arcos

Water Temp

Thermometer Emoji

23.9°C / 75.0°F

June

Visibility

Telescope Emoji

20.1m / 65.9ft

October

Wave Height

Wave Emoji

0.2m / 0.7ft

January

Wave Period

Wave Emoji

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.

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

Last updated: 3 hr. ago - Jun 20, 2026

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