Los Guirres
Divers of all levels, from beginners to the more advanced, will find Las Hermanas to be an ideal location for observing shallow water turtles. As you explore the depths, you'll encounter magnificent mantelinas and black stingrays gracefully gliding through the sandy bottom.
It's important to note that during your initial dives, it is advisable to visit at low tide. This will allow you to distinguish between the rocks and the shoreline, ensuring you don't get disoriented. The sisters themselves lie within a shallow area, boasting awe-inspiring volcanic arches. As you venture deeper, the composition of the seabed transitions from volcanic rock to expansive sandy areas, teeming with vibrant marine life and notable in size.
Las Hermanas offers excellent visibility of up to 20 meters and reaches a maximum depth of 19 meters. Whether you're a novice or seasoned diver, this remarkable site promises an unforgettable underwater experience. So pack your gear and prepare to immerse yourself in the wonders of Las Hermanas dive site.
Diving Conditions Score for Los Guirres
Decent conditions, proceed with caution.
The score is based on a calculation of the current weather and sea conditions.
Dive Site Overview for Los Guirres
Depth
19m
Visibility
20m
Experience Level
Weather Conditions for Los Guirres
Wave Height
0.64m
Wind Speed
8.1 m/s
Water Temp
21.7°C
Visibility
37.38km
Cloud Cover
5%
Wave Period
7.65s
Air Temperature
19°C
Precipitation
0 mm
Dive Score Chart for Los Guirres
Best time to dive: 17:00 with score 8.401533333333333/10. Water conditions: Waves 0.66m, Wind 6.2 m/s.Best night dive time: 18:00 with score 7.953333333333333/10.
Chart showing hourly dive conditions including wave height, wind speed, water temperature, and visibility throughout the day.
Optimal diving conditions at Los Guirres 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: 8.4/10
Waves: 0.66m (8s), Wind: 6.2 m/s
Score: 8.0/10
Waves: 0.66m, Wind: 5.7 m/s
Seasonal Analysis for Los GuirresAlpha
Historical patterns and best seasons for diving at Los Guirres
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 Guirres
Winter
Winter offers the best overall diving conditions with calmer seas and better visibility, despite cooler temperatures.
Best Months for Los Guirres
Ideal Conditions for Los Guirres
Water Temp
24.0°C / 75.2°F
July
Visibility
16.1m / 52.8ft
December
Wave Height
0.8m / 2.6ft
January
Wave Period
8.0s
January
Seasonal Insights for Los Guirres
Los Guirres shows typical northern hemisphere patterns with July being the warmest month (24.0°C) and January the coldest (14.7°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.
Last updated: 1 min. ago - Jun 20, 2026