Margueritte
Located a mere 2 miles from the bustling port of Recife, this dive site offers divers the chance to explore a historically significant wreck. Given its proximity to the coast and the explosive event that led to its sinking, the Marguerite wreck appeals to advanced and expert divers seeking a thrilling underwater adventure.
Situated in Recife, in the Região Geográfica Imediata do Recife, Região Metropolitana do Recife, Região Geográfica Intermediária do Recife, Pernambuco, Northeast Region, 50050-070, Brazil, this dive site provides a unique opportunity to dive in the waters of Brazil. With a visibility of up to 30m, divers can expect to witness the marine life and underwater landscapes in all their glory. Explore the depths of this wreck and discover the secrets it holds, paying homage to the 10 crew members who tragically lost their lives, with only two surviving to tell the tale.
Diving Conditions Score for Margueritte
Decent conditions, proceed with caution.
The score is based on a calculation of the current weather and sea conditions.
Dive Site Overview for Margueritte
Depth
32m
Visibility
30m
Experience Level
Weather Conditions for Margueritte
Wave Height
1.92m
Wind Speed
27 m/s
Water Temp
27.8°C
Visibility
8.96km
Cloud Cover
39%
Wave Period
7.55s
Air Temperature
25.4°C
Precipitation
0.4 mm
Dive Score Chart for Margueritte
Best time to dive: 15:00 with score 6.2912/10. Water conditions: Waves 1.74m, Wind 24 m/s.Best night dive time: 18:00 with score 5.799833333333334/10.
Chart showing hourly dive conditions including wave height, wind speed, water temperature, and visibility throughout the day.
Optimal diving conditions at Margueritte 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: 6.3/10
Waves: 1.74m (8.65s), Wind: 24 m/s
Score: 5.8/10
Waves: 1.7m, Wind: 26.5 m/s
Seasonal Analysis for MargueritteAlpha
Historical patterns and best seasons for diving at Margueritte
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 Margueritte
Summer
Summer offers the warmest water temperatures and generally favorable conditions for all levels of divers.
Best Months for Margueritte
Ideal Conditions for Margueritte
Water Temp
26.4°C / 79.5°F
April
Visibility
11.4m / 37.4ft
September
Wave Height
2.2m / 7.2ft
January
Wave Period
8.0s
January
Seasonal Insights for Margueritte
Margueritte follows southern hemisphere patterns with April being the warmest month (26.4°C) and November the coldest (22.8°C). The calmest conditions typically occur in January with average wave heights of 2.2m 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). December is usually the driest month with 0.5mm 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