Maior Recife Natural de Portugal
Armação de Pera Bay is a haven for marine biodiversity, with over 800 unique species identified in various studies. Delight in encountering a vast array of fish (116 species), invertebrates (649 species), and algae (50 species) during your underwater exploration.
With a visibility of 8 meters and a maximum depth of 19 meters, this dive site caters to both beginner and advanced divers. Whether you're just starting your diving journey or looking to expand your skills, Armação de Pera Bay offers an unforgettable experience in the crystal-clear waters of Portugal.
Situated in Alcantarilha, Alcantarilha e Pêra, Silves, Faro, 8365-908, Portugal, this stunning dive location is easily accessible and awaits your underwater adventure. Dive into the wonders of the Largest Natural Reef in Portugal today.
Diving Conditions Score for Maior Recife Natural de Portugal
Decent conditions, proceed with caution.
The score is based on a calculation of the current weather and sea conditions.
Dive Site Overview for Maior Recife Natural de Portugal
Depth
19m
Visibility
8m
Experience Level
Weather Conditions for Maior Recife Natural de Portugal
Wave Height
0.82m
Wind Speed
17.1 m/s
Water Temp
19°C
Visibility
23.64km
Cloud Cover
25%
Wave Period
4.95s
Air Temperature
26.4°C
Precipitation
0 mm
Dive Score Chart for Maior Recife Natural de Portugal
Best time to dive: 11:00 with score 8.263314942528735/10. Water conditions: Waves 0.54m, Wind 3.6 m/s.Best night dive time: 1:00 with score 7.649623114355231/10.
Chart showing hourly dive conditions including wave height, wind speed, water temperature, and visibility throughout the day.
Optimal diving conditions at Maior Recife Natural de Portugal 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: 8.3/10
Waves: 0.54m (7.25s), Wind: 3.6 m/s
Score: 7.6/10
Waves: 0.58m, Wind: 6.8 m/s
Seasonal Analysis for Maior Recife Natural de PortugalAlpha
Historical patterns and best seasons for diving at Maior Recife Natural de Portugal
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 Maior Recife Natural de Portugal
Winter
Winter offers the best overall diving conditions with calmer seas and better visibility, despite cooler temperatures.
Best Months for Maior Recife Natural de Portugal
Ideal Conditions for Maior Recife Natural de Portugal
Water Temp
26.2°C / 79.2°F
July
Visibility
15.0m / 49.2ft
November
Wave Height
1.1m / 3.6ft
February
Wave Period
8.0s
January
Seasonal Insights for Maior Recife Natural de Portugal
Maior Recife Natural de Portugal shows typical northern hemisphere patterns with July being the warmest month (26.2°C) and January the coldest (9.2°C). The calmest conditions typically occur in February with average wave heights of 1.1m and wave periods of 8.0s. The most comfortable wave conditions are in February 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 February to April, 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 27, 2026