Pedra da Oura
Prepare to be awestruck as you encounter a remarkable assortment of gorgonians that can grow to remarkable sizes, accompanied by vibrant colored sponges. Keep an eye out for the occasional appearance of European spiny lobsters and common lobsters, gracefully adorning the stone slabs.
Heading southwest to northeast, the entire reef takes on a striking north-south formation. Towards the north, a series of small rocks gradually ascend, culminating at a depth of 6 meters at the pinnacle. Beneath the sandy terrain lies the maximum depth of 11 meters. This remarkable reef boasts an extraordinary diversity that caters to divers of all skill levels.
Prepare for an unforgettable dive experience in Portugal's Spider Reef. Dive in and explore the marvels of the underwater world, just a stone's throw away from Clube Praia da Oura, Rua de Oliveira Martins, Oura, Albufeira, Albufeira e Olhos de Água, Albufeira, Faro, 8200-604, Portugal.
Visibility: 5m | Max depth: 11m | Recommended Diver Level: Beginner
Diving Conditions Score for Pedra da Oura
Decent conditions, proceed with caution.
The score is based on a calculation of the current weather and sea conditions.
Dive Site Overview for Pedra da Oura
Depth
11m
Visibility
5m
Experience Level
Weather Conditions for Pedra da Oura
Wave Height
0.44m
Wind Speed
18.1 m/s
Water Temp
22°C
Visibility
27.96km
Cloud Cover
0%
Wave Period
4.95s
Air Temperature
35.5°C
Precipitation
0 mm
Dive Score Chart for Pedra da Oura
Best time to dive: 10:00 with score 8.28730886850153/10. Water conditions: Waves 0.46m, Wind 4.3 m/s.Best night dive time: 4:00 with score 7.671754385964912/10.
Chart showing hourly dive conditions including wave height, wind speed, water temperature, and visibility throughout the day.
Optimal diving conditions at Pedra da Oura 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: 8.3/10
Waves: 0.46m (5.45s), Wind: 4.3 m/s
Score: 7.7/10
Waves: 0.54m, Wind: 6.5 m/s
Seasonal Analysis for Pedra da OuraAlpha
Historical patterns and best seasons for diving at Pedra da Oura
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 Pedra da Oura
Winter
Winter offers the best overall diving conditions with calmer seas and better visibility, despite cooler temperatures.
Best Months for Pedra da Oura
Ideal Conditions for Pedra da Oura
Water Temp
26.6°C / 79.9°F
July
Visibility
14.6m / 47.9ft
November
Wave Height
1.1m / 3.6ft
February
Wave Period
8.0s
January
Seasonal Insights for Pedra da Oura
Pedra da Oura shows typical northern hemisphere patterns with July being the warmest month (26.6°C) and January the coldest (9.4°C). The calmest conditions typically occur in February with average wave heights of 1.1m and wave periods of 8.0s. The most comfortable wave conditions are in February 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 February to April, 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 7, 2026