Ocean Diver
The wreck of a substantial Dutch river barge, measuring 23 meters in length and 5 meters in width, rests at a depth of 27 meters approximately 1250 meters away from Son Bou beach. Situated amidst sand and posidonia, this dive site offers an incredible underwater experience.
Divers exploring this site will be enthralled by the vibrant marine life that adorns the wreck. Colorful flabellines and cratenas, groupers, corvine, moray eels, and large scorpion fish are among the fascinating inhabitants of this underwater habitat.
Originally abandoned by its owners, the Dutch river barge remained in the port of Mahon for several years until it was deliberately sunk by the Spanish coast guard. Remarkably, the wreck is still in excellent condition and can be easily observed from the water's surface.
With a visibility of approximately 22 meters and a maximum depth of 26 meters, this dive site caters to advanced divers seeking an extraordinary diving experience. Situated in Spain, specifically in Prat de Son Bou, Torre Soli, Alaior, Menorca, Balearic Islands, 07749, it offers convenient accessibility for divers exploring the region.
Divers exploring this site will be enthralled by the vibrant marine life that adorns the wreck. Colorful flabellines and cratenas, groupers, corvine, moray eels, and large scorpion fish are among the fascinating inhabitants of this underwater habitat.
Originally abandoned by its owners, the Dutch river barge remained in the port of Mahon for several years until it was deliberately sunk by the Spanish coast guard. Remarkably, the wreck is still in excellent condition and can be easily observed from the water's surface.
With a visibility of approximately 22 meters and a maximum depth of 26 meters, this dive site caters to advanced divers seeking an extraordinary diving experience. Situated in Spain, specifically in Prat de Son Bou, Torre Soli, Alaior, Menorca, Balearic Islands, 07749, it offers convenient accessibility for divers exploring the region.
Diving Conditions Score for Ocean Diver
10
ExcellentExcellent diving conditions!
The score is based on a calculation of the current weather and sea conditions.
Dive Site Overview for Ocean Diver
Depth
26m
Visibility
22m
Experience Level
advanced
Weather Conditions for Ocean Diver
Wave Height
0.16m
Wind Speed
1.8 m/s
Water Temp
26.4°C
Visibility
27.54km
Cloud Cover
0%
Wave Period
2.85s
Air Temperature
24.9°C
Precipitation
0 mm
Detailed 7-Day Diving Forecast for Ocean Diver
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Dive Score Chart for Ocean Diver
Best time to dive: 6:00 with score 10/10. Water conditions: Waves 0.14m, Wind 1.8 m/s.Best night dive time: 4:00 with score 9.518106896551723/10.
Chart showing hourly dive conditions including wave height, wind speed, water temperature, and visibility throughout the day.
Sunrise at Ocean Diver: 06:00
Sunset at Ocean Diver: 18:00
Optimal diving conditions at Ocean Diver 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: 10.0/10
Waves: 0.14m (2.8s), Wind: 1.8 m/s
Best Night
4:00Score: 9.5/10
Waves: 0.18m, Wind: 1.4 m/s
Seasonal Analysis for Ocean DiverAlpha
Historical patterns and best seasons for diving at Ocean Diver
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 Ocean Diver
Winter
Avg. Score: 8.3/10
Winter offers the best overall diving conditions with calmer seas and better visibility, despite cooler temperatures.
Best Months for Ocean Diver
January
Score: 8.6
February
Score: 8.2
December
Score: 8.2
Ideal Conditions for Ocean Diver
Water Temp
27.4°C / 81.3°F
August
Visibility
14.9m / 48.9ft
January
Wave Height
1.0m / 3.3ft
January
Wave Period
8.0s
January
Seasonal Insights for Ocean Diver
Ocean Diver shows typical northern hemisphere patterns with July being the warmest month (27.7°C) and January the coldest (6.7°C). The calmest conditions typically occur in January with average wave heights of 1.0m 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 - Jul 8, 2026
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