Morro Branco
Experience a Serene Dive: Begin your dive with a gentle descent into a shallow plateau of rocky formations, reaching a maximum depth of 15 meters. Explore the crevices and large rocks that provide shelter to a diverse array of species. Occasionally, you may encounter a mild current, allowing for a drift dive where you can immerse yourself in the vibrant marine life surrounding you.
During your dive, keep an eye out for mesmerizing creatures such as moray eels, groupers, pufferfish, trumpet fish, parrotfish, damselfish, rays, frogfish, doctorfish, soldier fish, and glassy-eyed species.
Located in Cape Verde, this captivating dive site offers an impressive visibility of 18 meters and a maximum depth of 21 meters. It is suitable for divers of all levels, including beginners. The site is in close proximity to Tarrafal - Monte Trigo, reachable within approximately 3 1/2 hours (one-way) from Porto Novo, Cape Verde.
Indulge in the beauty and tranquility of this dive site, making it a must-visit destination for divers seeking a memorable underwater experience.
During your dive, keep an eye out for mesmerizing creatures such as moray eels, groupers, pufferfish, trumpet fish, parrotfish, damselfish, rays, frogfish, doctorfish, soldier fish, and glassy-eyed species.
Located in Cape Verde, this captivating dive site offers an impressive visibility of 18 meters and a maximum depth of 21 meters. It is suitable for divers of all levels, including beginners. The site is in close proximity to Tarrafal - Monte Trigo, reachable within approximately 3 1/2 hours (one-way) from Porto Novo, Cape Verde.
Indulge in the beauty and tranquility of this dive site, making it a must-visit destination for divers seeking a memorable underwater experience.
Diving Conditions Score for Morro Branco
5.9
AverageAverage conditions, be alert.
The score is based on a calculation of the current weather and sea conditions.
Dive Site Overview for Morro Branco
Depth
21m
Visibility
18m
Experience Level
beginner
Weather Conditions for Morro Branco
Wave Height
1.22m
Wind Speed
6.2 m/s
Water Temp
25.4°C
Visibility
3.68km
Cloud Cover
8%
Wave Period
8.75s
Air Temperature
32.2°C
Precipitation
0 mm
Detailed 7-Day Diving Forecast for Morro Branco
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Dive Score Chart for Morro Branco
Best time to dive: 8:00 with score 7.56/10. Water conditions: Waves 1.12m, Wind 1 m/s.Best night dive time: 5:00 with score 7.068440677966103/10.
Chart showing hourly dive conditions including wave height, wind speed, water temperature, and visibility throughout the day.
Sunrise at Morro Branco: 06:00
Sunset at Morro Branco: 18:00
Optimal diving conditions at Morro Branco 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
8:00Score: 7.6/10
Waves: 1.12m (8.75s), Wind: 1 m/s
Best Night
5:00Score: 7.1/10
Waves: 1.08m, Wind: 0.6 m/s
Seasonal Analysis for Morro BrancoAlpha
Historical patterns and best seasons for diving at Morro Branco
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 Morro Branco
Winter
Avg. Score: 10.0/10
Winter offers the best overall diving conditions with calmer seas and better visibility, despite cooler temperatures.
Best Months for Morro Branco
January
Score: 10.0
February
Score: 10.0
March
Score: 10.0
Ideal Conditions for Morro Branco
Water Temp
21.7°C / 71.1°F
June
Visibility
20.1m / 65.9ft
May
Wave Height
0.2m / 0.7ft
January
Wave Period
8.0s
January
Seasonal Insights for Morro Branco
Morro Branco shows typical northern hemisphere patterns with June being the warmest month (21.7°C) and December the coldest (17.7°C). The calmest conditions typically occur in January with average wave heights of 0.2m 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). January is usually the driest month with 0.0mm 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 22, 2026
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