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Parede de Monte Trigo

Discover the awe-inspiring wall of Monte Trigo Bay, a must-visit dive site for advanced and expert divers. Plunging to depths of up to 35 meters, this wall offers an exhilarating descent into the underwater world. As you journey along the wall, keep your right arm close to the rocky formations, while keeping a watchful eye on the vibrant blue abyss. On your return, explore the shallower waters with the wall now on your left arm, and marvel at the diverse species that inhabit the various nooks and crannies.
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

6.9
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 Monte Trigo

Depth

35m

Visibility

20m

Experience Level

advanced
expert

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

Detailed 7-Day Diving Forecast for Parede de Monte Trigo
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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.

Sunrise at Parede de Monte Trigo: 06:00
Sunset at Parede de Monte Trigo: 18:00

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.

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Best Overall
17:00

Score: 6.9/10
Waves: 1.6m (9.15s), Wind: 8.2 m/s

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Best Night
20:00

Score: 6.5/10
Waves: 1.62m, Wind: 7.6 m/s

Seasonal Analysis for Parede de Monte Trigo
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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

Avg. Score: 9.9/10

Winter offers the best overall diving conditions with calmer seas and better visibility, despite cooler temperatures.

Best Months for Parede de Monte Trigo

January
Score: 10.0
November
Score: 10.0
December
Score: 10.0

Ideal Conditions for Parede de Monte Trigo

Water Temp

Thermometer Emoji

26.6°C / 79.9°F

June

Visibility

Telescope Emoji

17.8m / 58.4ft

November

Wave Height

Wave Emoji

0.6m / 2.0ft

January

Wave Period

Wave Emoji

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.

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

Last updated: 4 hr. ago - Jun 5, 2026

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