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Parede de Bitxon

Explore the captivating underwater world while diving in the pristine waters of Cape Verde. Begin your dive with a sandy descent until you reach the breathtaking wall drop at 33 meters. From there, embark on a slow ascent along the edge of the wall, keeping a keen eye on the vibrant blue surroundings. As you complete your dive, gradually ascend near the coastal reef and arrive at a sandy platform located just 5 meters below the boat. Throughout your underwater journey, you'll have the opportunity to encounter a diverse array of fascinating marine species including Amberjacks, Barracudas, Bermuda sea Chub, Blackjacks, doctorfish, Moray eels, Trumpet fish, lobsters, and rays. Occasionally, you may even have the incredible chance to spot magnificent creatures like Manta rays, Whale Sharks, Guitar Sharks, and Oceanic sharks. With a visibility of 20 meters and a maximum depth of 38 meters, this dive site is perfect for advanced and expert divers. Immerse yourself in the beauty of Ribeira da Aguda, Paul, Cape Verde, and discover the wonders that lie beneath the surface.

Diving Conditions Score for Parede de Bitxon

6.1
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 Parede de Bitxon

Depth

38m

Visibility

20m

Experience Level

advanced
expert

Weather Conditions for Parede de Bitxon

Wave Height

1m

Wind Speed

10 m/s

Water Temp

18°C

Visibility

15km

Cloud Cover

57.5%

Wave Period

8s

Air Temperature

20°C

Precipitation

0 mm

Detailed 7-Day Diving Forecast for Parede de Bitxon
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Dive Score Chart for Parede de Bitxon

Best time to dive: 6:00 with score 7.113333333333333/10. Water conditions: Waves 1m, Wind 10 m/s.Best night dive time: 0:00 with score 6.613333333333333/10.

Chart showing hourly dive conditions including wave height, wind speed, water temperature, and visibility throughout the day.

Sunrise at Parede de Bitxon: 06:00
Sunset at Parede de Bitxon: 18:00

Optimal diving conditions at Parede de Bitxon 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
6:00

Score: 7.1/10
Waves: 1m (8s), Wind: 10 m/s

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Best Night
0:00

Score: 6.6/10
Waves: 1m, Wind: 10 m/s

Seasonal Analysis for Parede de Bitxon
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Historical patterns and best seasons for diving at Parede de Bitxon

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 Parede de Bitxon

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 Parede de Bitxon

January
Score: 10.0
February
Score: 10.0
March
Score: 10.0

Ideal Conditions for Parede de Bitxon

Water Temp

Thermometer Emoji

21.7°C / 71.1°F

June

Visibility

Telescope Emoji

20.1m / 65.9ft

May

Wave Height

Wave Emoji

0.2m / 0.7ft

January

Wave Period

Wave Emoji

8.0s

January

Seasonal Insights for Parede de Bitxon

Parede de Bitxon 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.

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

Last updated: 1 min. ago - Jun 22, 2026

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