Parede de Monte Trigo
Prepare to encounter a mesmerizing array of marine life, including tunas, doctorfish, soldierfish, trumpet fish, amberjacks, parrot fish, glassyeye, nudibranchs, scorpion fish, and occasional sightings of majestic manta rays and oceanic sharks. With a visibility of 20 meters, this dive promises a captivating underwater experience.
Located in Cape Verde, this dive site is easily accessible from Bar Beira Mar in Tarrafal, with a 3 1/2 hour journey to Monte Trigo. Immerse yourself in the beauty of this underwater paradise and create unforgettable memories at this remarkable dive location.
Diving Conditions Score for Parede de Monte Trigo
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 Monte Trigo
Depth
35m
Visibility
20m
Experience Level
Weather Conditions for Parede de Monte Trigo
Wave Height
1.62m
Wind Speed
8.3 m/s
Water Temp
23.9°C
Visibility
39.26km
Cloud Cover
0%
Wave Period
9.2s
Air Temperature
28.3°C
Precipitation
0 mm
Dive Score Chart for Parede de Monte Trigo
Best time to dive: 17:00 with score 6.8933333333333335/10. Water conditions: Waves 1.6m, Wind 8.2 m/s.Best night dive time: 20:00 with score 6.48/10.
Chart showing hourly dive conditions including wave height, wind speed, water temperature, and visibility throughout the day.
Optimal diving conditions at Parede de Monte Trigo 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.
Score: 6.9/10
Waves: 1.6m (9.15s), Wind: 8.2 m/s
Score: 6.5/10
Waves: 1.62m, Wind: 7.6 m/s
Seasonal Analysis for Parede de Monte TrigoAlpha
Historical patterns and best seasons for diving at Parede de Monte Trigo
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 Monte Trigo
Winter
Winter offers the best overall diving conditions with calmer seas and better visibility, despite cooler temperatures.
Best Months for Parede de Monte Trigo
Ideal Conditions for Parede de Monte Trigo
Water Temp
26.6°C / 79.9°F
June
Visibility
17.8m / 58.4ft
November
Wave Height
0.6m / 2.0ft
January
Wave Period
8.0s
January
Seasonal Insights for Parede de Monte Trigo
Parede de Monte Trigo shows typical northern hemisphere patterns with June being the warmest month (26.6°C) and January the coldest (18.9°C). The calmest conditions typically occur in January with average wave heights of 0.6m 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: 4 hr. ago - Jun 5, 2026