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Margueritte

The Marguerite, a vessel used for collecting sediment from dredgers in the port of Recife, met a tragic fate when it sank due to two boiler explosions. Resting 50 meters alongside the buoy at the exit of the port, this wreck offers a dive experience with a maximum depth of 15m and a minimum depth of 10m. However, it should be noted that its current maximum depth is 32m, providing ample opportunities for exploration. Despite the dismantling of the wreck, remnants are still visible, serving as a haunting reminder of its past.

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

6.5
Above Average

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

advanced
expert

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

Detailed 7-Day Diving Forecast for Margueritte
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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.

Sunrise at Margueritte: 06:00
Sunset at Margueritte: 18:00

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.

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Best Overall
15:00

Score: 6.3/10
Waves: 1.74m (8.65s), Wind: 24 m/s

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Best Night
18:00

Score: 5.8/10
Waves: 1.7m, Wind: 26.5 m/s

Seasonal Analysis for Margueritte
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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

Avg. Score: 9.4/10

Summer offers the warmest water temperatures and generally favorable conditions for all levels of divers.

Best Months for Margueritte

July
Score: 9.5
June
Score: 9.3
August
Score: 9.3

Ideal Conditions for Margueritte

Water Temp

Thermometer Emoji

26.4°C / 79.5°F

April

Visibility

Telescope Emoji

11.4m / 37.4ft

September

Wave Height

Wave Emoji

2.2m / 7.2ft

January

Wave Period

Wave Emoji

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.

Scoring Legend:
9-10 (Excellent)
7-8 (Good)
5-6 (Average)
3-4 (Poor)
1-2 (Dangerous)

Last updated: 1 min. ago - Jun 20, 2026

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