Macaxeira
Located in the Sea of Outside, this incredible dive site boasts depths of up to 40 meters. Situated in the extreme north of the island, it offers a thrilling underwater experience for advanced and expert divers. The site's current is a constant presence, guiding divers towards a stunning wall of collapsed rocks. Beyond the wall, a picturesque plateau adorned with a variety of vibrant algae awaits.
Divers can expect to encounter an array of marine life, including shoals of mackerel, horse mackerel, shrimp, anchovies, and nail rays. The infamous Eel Garden is a popular attraction, and lucky divers may even catch a glimpse of nurse sharks and lemon sharks during their exploration.
With a visibility of 29 meters and a maximum depth of 32 meters, this dive site off the coast of Ponta do Lucena, Fernando de Noronha, Brazil offers a truly immersive experience. Whether you're a local diver or a visitor to the Northeast Region, don't miss the opportunity to explore this captivating underwater world.
Divers can expect to encounter an array of marine life, including shoals of mackerel, horse mackerel, shrimp, anchovies, and nail rays. The infamous Eel Garden is a popular attraction, and lucky divers may even catch a glimpse of nurse sharks and lemon sharks during their exploration.
With a visibility of 29 meters and a maximum depth of 32 meters, this dive site off the coast of Ponta do Lucena, Fernando de Noronha, Brazil offers a truly immersive experience. Whether you're a local diver or a visitor to the Northeast Region, don't miss the opportunity to explore this captivating underwater world.
Diving Conditions Score for Macaxeira
6.7
Above AverageDecent conditions, proceed with caution.
The score is based on a calculation of the current weather and sea conditions.
Dive Site Overview for Macaxeira
Depth
32m
Visibility
29m
Experience Level
advanced
expert
Weather Conditions for Macaxeira
Wave Height
2.32m
Wind Speed
31.5 m/s
Water Temp
28.2°C
Visibility
10.4km
Cloud Cover
26%
Wave Period
8.4s
Air Temperature
27.1°C
Precipitation
0.1 mm
Detailed 7-Day Diving Forecast for Macaxeira
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Dive Score Chart for Macaxeira
Best time to dive: 7:00 with score 5.4467/10. Water conditions: Waves 2.3m, Wind 31.5 m/s.Best night dive time: 22:00 with score 4.995066666666666/10.
Chart showing hourly dive conditions including wave height, wind speed, water temperature, and visibility throughout the day.
Sunrise at Macaxeira: 06:00
Sunset at Macaxeira: 18:00
Optimal diving conditions at Macaxeira 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
7:00Score: 5.4/10
Waves: 2.3m (8.05s), Wind: 31.5 m/s
Best Night
22:00Score: 5.0/10
Waves: 2.16m, Wind: 25.5 m/s
Seasonal Analysis for MacaxeiraAlpha
Historical patterns and best seasons for diving at Macaxeira
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 Macaxeira
Summer
Avg. Score: 9.7/10
Summer offers the warmest water temperatures and generally favorable conditions for all levels of divers.
Best Months for Macaxeira
June
Score: 9.7
July
Score: 9.7
August
Score: 9.6
Ideal Conditions for Macaxeira
Water Temp
27.0°C / 80.6°F
June
Visibility
12.0m / 39.4ft
November
Wave Height
2.4m / 7.9ft
March
Wave Period
8.0s
January
Seasonal Insights for Macaxeira
Macaxeira follows southern hemisphere patterns with May being the warmest month (27.1°C) and December the coldest (22.6°C). The calmest conditions typically occur in March with average wave heights of 2.4m and wave periods of 8.0s. The most comfortable wave conditions are in March 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). November is usually the driest month with 0.0mm of precipitation. For beginners, the best time to visit would be during March to May, 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 28, 2026
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