Pedra do Cagacal
At a maximum depth of 40 meters, this reef offers an exhilarating dive experience suited for advanced and expert divers. The natural beauty of the reef manifests in the form of an impressive 2-meter-high slab, creating a striking underwater landscape. With a visibility of approximately 4 meters, you will have ample opportunity to appreciate the diverse marine life and stunning surroundings.
Conveniently located just 20 minutes away from the diving center, this dive site can be easily accessed with its east-west direction. It presents an ideal location for divers to specialize in advanced techniques such as nitrox and deep diving. Immerse yourself in the captivating waters of Portugal, a country renowned for its exceptional diving opportunities.
Diving Conditions Score for Pedra do Cagacal
Decent conditions, proceed with caution.
The score is based on a calculation of the current weather and sea conditions.
Dive Site Overview for Pedra do Cagacal
Depth
38m
Visibility
4m
Experience Level
Weather Conditions for Pedra do Cagacal
Wave Height
0.58m
Wind Speed
18.2 m/s
Water Temp
19.7°C
Visibility
39.76km
Cloud Cover
100%
Wave Period
5.4s
Air Temperature
22.3°C
Precipitation
0 mm
Dive Score Chart for Pedra do Cagacal
Best time to dive: 16:00 with score 8.174816207951071/10. Water conditions: Waves 0.54m, Wind 3.8 m/s.Best night dive time: 4:00 with score 8.10648115942029/10.
Chart showing hourly dive conditions including wave height, wind speed, water temperature, and visibility throughout the day.
Optimal diving conditions at Pedra do Cagacal 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: 8.2/10
Waves: 0.54m (5.45s), Wind: 3.8 m/s
Score: 8.1/10
Waves: 0.6m, Wind: 1.5 m/s
Seasonal Analysis for Pedra do CagacalAlpha
Historical patterns and best seasons for diving at Pedra do Cagacal
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 do Cagacal
Winter
Winter offers the best overall diving conditions with calmer seas and better visibility, despite cooler temperatures.
Best Months for Pedra do Cagacal
Ideal Conditions for Pedra do Cagacal
Water Temp
21.1°C / 70.0°F
July
Visibility
12.0m / 39.4ft
May
Wave Height
1.9m / 6.2ft
December
Wave Period
8.0s
January
Seasonal Insights for Pedra do Cagacal
Pedra do Cagacal shows typical northern hemisphere patterns with July being the warmest month (21.1°C) and January the coldest (10.9°C). The calmest conditions typically occur in December with average wave heights of 1.9m 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 21, 2026