Pecio San Andrés (Wreck)
The San Andrés wreck, a steamship from the mid-19th century, offers a captivating dive experience for advanced divers. Located on the Mediterranean side of the island near the picturesque lighthouse in Spain, this dive site boasts remnants of history and abundant marine life.
Diving down to depths ranging from 22 to 35 meters, divers will encounter the well-preserved deck fragments and the two bushings on the blades that once powered the vessel. The wreck's multiple holes serve as thriving ecosystems, providing shelter for a variety of marine species, including groupers and conger eels.
One of the unique attractions of this dive site is the opportunity to witness sunfish de-worming at the cleaning station, surrounded by astroids - a sight that will leave divers in awe. With a maximum depth of 26 meters and a visibility of 13 meters, divers can explore the entirety of the wreck in one dive.
The San Andrés wreck not only offers the excitement of exploring underwater artifacts but also provides a window into the past. Located close to the Lighthouse Tarifa in the Campo de Gibraltar region of Andalusia, this dive site promises an unforgettable experience for divers seeking adventure and history in the beautiful waters of Spain.
Diving down to depths ranging from 22 to 35 meters, divers will encounter the well-preserved deck fragments and the two bushings on the blades that once powered the vessel. The wreck's multiple holes serve as thriving ecosystems, providing shelter for a variety of marine species, including groupers and conger eels.
One of the unique attractions of this dive site is the opportunity to witness sunfish de-worming at the cleaning station, surrounded by astroids - a sight that will leave divers in awe. With a maximum depth of 26 meters and a visibility of 13 meters, divers can explore the entirety of the wreck in one dive.
The San Andrés wreck not only offers the excitement of exploring underwater artifacts but also provides a window into the past. Located close to the Lighthouse Tarifa in the Campo de Gibraltar region of Andalusia, this dive site promises an unforgettable experience for divers seeking adventure and history in the beautiful waters of Spain.
Diving Conditions Score for Pecio San Andrés (Wreck)
7
GoodGood diving conditions!
The score is based on a calculation of the current weather and sea conditions.
Dive Site Overview for Pecio San Andrés (Wreck)
Depth
26m
Visibility
13m
Experience Level
advanced
Weather Conditions for Pecio San Andrés (Wreck)
Wave Height
0.82m
Wind Speed
25.1 m/s
Water Temp
21.2°C
Visibility
38.3km
Cloud Cover
0%
Wave Period
4.85s
Air Temperature
25.3°C
Precipitation
0 mm
Detailed 7-Day Diving Forecast for Pecio San Andrés (Wreck)
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Dive Score Chart for Pecio San Andrés (Wreck)
Best time to dive: 7:00 with score 8.304675615212528/10. Water conditions: Waves 0.52m, Wind 2.5 m/s.Best night dive time: 2:00 with score 8.202957746478873/10.
Chart showing hourly dive conditions including wave height, wind speed, water temperature, and visibility throughout the day.
Sunrise at Pecio San Andrés (Wreck): 06:00
Sunset at Pecio San Andrés (Wreck): 18:00
Optimal diving conditions at Pecio San Andrés (Wreck) 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
7:00Score: 8.3/10
Waves: 0.52m (7.45s), Wind: 2.5 m/s
Best Night
2:00Score: 8.2/10
Waves: 0.54m, Wind: 2.5 m/s
Seasonal Analysis for Pecio San Andrés (Wreck)Alpha
Historical patterns and best seasons for diving at Pecio San Andrés (Wreck)
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 Pecio San Andrés (Wreck)
Winter
Avg. Score: 8.0/10
Winter offers the best overall diving conditions with calmer seas and better visibility, despite cooler temperatures.
Best Months for Pecio San Andrés (Wreck)
December
Score: 8.2
January
Score: 8.0
February
Score: 7.9
Ideal Conditions for Pecio San Andrés (Wreck)
Water Temp
24.8°C / 76.6°F
July
Visibility
14.5m / 47.6ft
November
Wave Height
1.1m / 3.6ft
December
Wave Period
8.0s
January
Seasonal Insights for Pecio San Andrés (Wreck)
Pecio San Andrés (Wreck) shows typical northern hemisphere patterns with July being the warmest month (24.8°C) and January the coldest (9.7°C). The calmest conditions typically occur in December with average wave heights of 1.1m and wave periods of 8.0s. The most comfortable wave conditions are in December 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 December to February, 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 20, 2026
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