Losa del Payo
Prepare to be amazed by the incredible variety of marine life that calls this dive site home. Witness the mesmerizing spectacle of massive schools of sardines darting through the water, pursued by dentex, barracuda, moray eels, conger eels, and bream.
Located in the enchanting waters of El Calón, Cuevas del Almanzora, Almeria, Andalusia, Spain, this dive site boasts a visibility of 12 meters and a maximum depth of 22 meters. Whether you're a beginner, advanced diver, or expert, this site offers an unforgettable underwater experience.
Embark on your diving adventure and immerse yourself in the vibrant ecosystem of this remarkable Spanish dive site. Prepare to be captivated by the beauty that lies beneath the surface.
Diving Conditions Score for Losa del Payo
Decent conditions, proceed with caution.
The score is based on a calculation of the current weather and sea conditions.
Dive Site Overview for Losa del Payo
Depth
22m
Visibility
12m
Experience Level
Weather Conditions for Losa del Payo
Wave Height
0.88m
Wind Speed
15.5 m/s
Water Temp
24.1°C
Visibility
43.08km
Cloud Cover
45%
Wave Period
5.05s
Air Temperature
33.6°C
Precipitation
0 mm
Dive Score Chart for Losa del Payo
Best time to dive: 7:00 with score 7.39/10. Water conditions: Waves 0.86m, Wind 6.1 m/s.Best night dive time: 20:00 with score 7.073333333333333/10.
Chart showing hourly dive conditions including wave height, wind speed, water temperature, and visibility throughout the day.
Optimal diving conditions at Losa del Payo 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: 7.4/10
Waves: 0.86m (5.35s), Wind: 6.1 m/s
Score: 7.1/10
Waves: 0.92m, Wind: 2.3 m/s
Seasonal Analysis for Losa del PayoAlpha
Historical patterns and best seasons for diving at Losa del Payo
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 Losa del Payo
Winter
Winter offers the best overall diving conditions with calmer seas and better visibility, despite cooler temperatures.
Best Months for Losa del Payo
Ideal Conditions for Losa del Payo
Water Temp
27.0°C / 80.6°F
August
Visibility
16.4m / 53.8ft
December
Wave Height
0.8m / 2.6ft
December
Wave Period
8.0s
January
Seasonal Insights for Losa del Payo
Losa del Payo shows typical northern hemisphere patterns with August being the warmest month (27.0°C) and January the coldest (7.9°C). The calmest conditions typically occur in December with average wave heights of 0.8m 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