Los Escullos 1
Located in the stunning Cabo de Gata Natural Park, in the Los Escullos area of Spain, this dive site offers an unforgettable underwater experience. Dive into the crystal-clear waters from the beautiful beach known as "Cala Palo," or explore the small promontory named "Punta del Esparto."
Underneath the surface, you'll encounter a thriving marine ecosystem filled with an abundance of marine life. Keep an eye out for the spectacular sight of massive schools of salps and bream, as well as medium-sized groupers, barracudas, moray eels, and colorful nudibranchs.
With diving depths ranging from 5 to 15 meters, this dive site provides an ideal environment for divers of all levels. Whether you're a beginner or an advanced diver, you'll appreciate the exceptional visibility, averaging at an impressive 17 meters. The underwater landscape is like a natural pool, with pinnacles and small seamounts dotting the seabed, occasionally forming intriguing canyons.
Immerse yourself in this underwater paradise where nature flourishes, and every dive brings new wonders to discover. Begin your diving adventure or showcase your expertise at this remarkable dive site in the captivating Cabo de Gata Natural Park.
Underneath the surface, you'll encounter a thriving marine ecosystem filled with an abundance of marine life. Keep an eye out for the spectacular sight of massive schools of salps and bream, as well as medium-sized groupers, barracudas, moray eels, and colorful nudibranchs.
With diving depths ranging from 5 to 15 meters, this dive site provides an ideal environment for divers of all levels. Whether you're a beginner or an advanced diver, you'll appreciate the exceptional visibility, averaging at an impressive 17 meters. The underwater landscape is like a natural pool, with pinnacles and small seamounts dotting the seabed, occasionally forming intriguing canyons.
Immerse yourself in this underwater paradise where nature flourishes, and every dive brings new wonders to discover. Begin your diving adventure or showcase your expertise at this remarkable dive site in the captivating Cabo de Gata Natural Park.
Diving Conditions Score for Los Escullos 1
6.5
Above AverageDecent conditions, proceed with caution.
The score is based on a calculation of the current weather and sea conditions.
Dive Site Overview for Los Escullos 1
Depth
14m
Visibility
17m
Experience Level
beginner
advanced
Weather Conditions for Los Escullos 1
Wave Height
1.2m
Wind Speed
20.1 m/s
Water Temp
23.1°C
Visibility
44.6km
Cloud Cover
4%
Wave Period
4.85s
Air Temperature
30.3°C
Precipitation
0 mm
Detailed 7-Day Diving Forecast for Los Escullos 1
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Dive Score Chart for Los Escullos 1
Best time to dive: 6:00 with score 6.366666666666666/10. Water conditions: Waves 1.18m, Wind 20.4 m/s.Best night dive time: 22:00 with score 6.1936/10.
Chart showing hourly dive conditions including wave height, wind speed, water temperature, and visibility throughout the day.
Sunrise at Los Escullos 1: 06:00
Sunset at Los Escullos 1: 18:00
Optimal diving conditions at Los Escullos 1 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.
Best Overall
6:00Score: 6.4/10
Waves: 1.18m (4.85s), Wind: 20.4 m/s
Best Night
22:00Score: 6.2/10
Waves: 1m, Wind: 21.3 m/s
Seasonal Analysis for Los Escullos 1Alpha
Historical patterns and best seasons for diving at Los Escullos 1
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 Escullos 1
Winter
Avg. Score: 8.2/10
Winter offers the best overall diving conditions with calmer seas and better visibility, despite cooler temperatures.
Best Months for Los Escullos 1
January
Score: 8.3
December
Score: 8.2
February
Score: 8.1
Ideal Conditions for Los Escullos 1
Water Temp
27.0°C / 80.6°F
July
Visibility
14.4m / 47.2ft
December
Wave Height
1.3m / 4.3ft
December
Wave Period
8.0s
January
Seasonal Insights for Los Escullos 1
Los Escullos 1 shows typical northern hemisphere patterns with July being the warmest month (27.0°C) and January the coldest (8.9°C). The calmest conditions typically occur in December with average wave heights of 1.3m and wave periods of 8.0s. The most comfortable wave conditions are in December 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 December to February, 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
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