Meteor, Arguineguin, Gran Canaria
The Meteor or El Pajar wreck is the remains of a Russian hydrofoil that sank in the early 2000s. Despite attempts to discourage divers by damaging the wreck, it has become a thriving habitat for a variety of marine life. Divers exploring the wreck will encounter rays, cuttlefish, snappers, and moray eels. The surrounding area also features sea grass zones, adding to the biodiversity of the site.
Located at the entrance of a commercial port, the Meteor or El Pajar wreck offers a maximum depth of 16m with good visibility of 16m. This makes it an ideal dive site for beginners. Situated in El Pajar, San Bartolomé de Tirajana, Las Palmas, Canary Islands, Spain, this underwater attraction is easily accessible to divers visiting the area. Plan your dive at this captivating wreck and discover the vibrant underwater world of the Spanish waters.
Located at the entrance of a commercial port, the Meteor or El Pajar wreck offers a maximum depth of 16m with good visibility of 16m. This makes it an ideal dive site for beginners. Situated in El Pajar, San Bartolomé de Tirajana, Las Palmas, Canary Islands, Spain, this underwater attraction is easily accessible to divers visiting the area. Plan your dive at this captivating wreck and discover the vibrant underwater world of the Spanish waters.
Diving Conditions Score for Meteor, Arguineguin, Gran Canaria
8.1
Very GoodVery good diving conditions!
The score is based on a calculation of the current weather and sea conditions.
Dive Site Overview for Meteor, Arguineguin, Gran Canaria
Depth
16m
Visibility
16m
Experience Level
beginner
Weather Conditions for Meteor, Arguineguin, Gran Canaria
Wave Height
0.56m
Wind Speed
2.2 m/s
Water Temp
22.3°C
Visibility
16.12km
Cloud Cover
95%
Wave Period
6.9s
Air Temperature
20.4°C
Precipitation
0 mm
Detailed 7-Day Diving Forecast for Meteor, Arguineguin, Gran Canaria
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Dive Score Chart for Meteor, Arguineguin, Gran Canaria
Best time to dive: 6:00 with score 9.528771929824563/10. Water conditions: Waves 0.56m, Wind 0.4 m/s.Best night dive time: 5:00 with score 8.912222222222223/10.
Chart showing hourly dive conditions including wave height, wind speed, water temperature, and visibility throughout the day.
Sunrise at Meteor, Arguineguin, Gran Canaria: 06:00
Sunset at Meteor, Arguineguin, Gran Canaria: 18:00
Optimal diving conditions at Meteor, Arguineguin, Gran Canaria 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
6:00Score: 9.5/10
Waves: 0.56m (7.6s), Wind: 0.4 m/s
Best Night
5:00Score: 8.9/10
Waves: 0.56m, Wind: 1.5 m/s
Seasonal Analysis for Meteor, Arguineguin, Gran CanariaAlpha
Historical patterns and best seasons for diving at Meteor, Arguineguin, Gran Canaria
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 Meteor, Arguineguin, Gran Canaria
Winter
Avg. Score: 9.0/10
Winter offers the best overall diving conditions with calmer seas and better visibility, despite cooler temperatures.
Best Months for Meteor, Arguineguin, Gran Canaria
January
Score: 9.1
February
Score: 9.0
November
Score: 8.9
Ideal Conditions for Meteor, Arguineguin, Gran Canaria
Water Temp
24.9°C / 76.8°F
July
Visibility
16.4m / 53.8ft
November
Wave Height
1.0m / 3.3ft
November
Wave Period
8.0s
January
Seasonal Insights for Meteor, Arguineguin, Gran Canaria
Meteor, Arguineguin, Gran Canaria shows typical northern hemisphere patterns with July being the warmest month (24.9°C) and January the coldest (14.8°C). The calmest conditions typically occur in November with average wave heights of 1.0m and wave periods of 8.0s. The most comfortable wave conditions are in November 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 November to January, 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 23, 2026
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